Caversham Nursery

33-43 Caversham Road, London NW5 2DR
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9.5 20 Reviews
Caversham Nursery offers 45 place childcare near Kentish Town tube station in London and Kentish Town over ground.

Children aged from five-months-old to five-years-old attend the nursery which is run by Queen's Crescent Community Association.

A variety of adult-led activities are organised to stimulate children's minds while lots of child-initiated play sparking their creativity.

They have a spacious garden and the children love to explore it.

Healthy, and nutritious food every day.

Come and join the fun and exciting family where you can be as unique as you want.
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Care Provided by Caversham Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Noorjahan Hussain (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 9
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 1096655
  • Total Places for Children
  • 45
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas
  • Parking

  • Pay and display parking is limited


Caversham Nursery Reviews (20)

9.5

Caversham Nursery has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.466) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Caversham Nursery has 20 reviews.

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Review from Deborah G (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our two daughters, aged 3 and 1, currently attend Caversham Nursery and we couldn't be happier with their care. The manager and the team provide a warm, nurturing environment where our daughters feel safe and excited to learn.
We really appreciate how the nursery fosters creativity and exploration,
with daily outdoor activities that allow our girls to experience nature and try new things.
The entire team's dedication to child development and their passion for encouraging independence and curiosity is ever-present.
We're kept informed about our girls' weekly activities and progress, which gives us peace of mind knowing they are happy and well cared for. We are so grateful to have found Caversham Nursery!

Reply from Noorjhan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you and your daughters are so happy with the care and environment at Caversham Nursery. It's wonderful to know that our efforts to create a nurturing, creative space where children can explore and learn are making a positive impact. We truly value the trust you've placed in us to care for and support your girls' development. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to continuing to be part of their growth and learning journey!


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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

2 of my children have now attended Caversham and from day one, the staff has shown an exceptional level of care, professionalism, and dedication. Every morning, my son is so excited to go to nursery, and it's clear he feels safe, loved, and engaged in his environment.
The facilities are great with
bright, clean, and well-organised spaces that promote learning and play. The outdoor play area is a particular favourite of his offering a safe and fun space for him to explore and be active.
They do lots of educational activities with creative play. Which he loves and I have seen significant improvements in his social skills, language, and overall confidence.
The communication from the nursery is excellent. I receive regular updates and photos on tapestry which is always lovely to see and helps me feel connected to his day.
It has truly been a wonderful experience for our family, and we will be sad to not be here next year as he is moving on to Reception.
Thank you to all the staff!

Reply from Noorjahan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you for such kind words, your feedback motivates myself and the team to continue working with children which we all enjoy. It has been a pleasure having you come back again.


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Review from Lisa M (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with the Caversham Nursery. The team is truly exceptional and well-versed in childcare. Our son is in excellent hands. The nursery has a warm, homely atmosphere and a beautiful garden that our son adores. Each staff member genuinely cares about the children and is dedicated to
providing the best care possible.

Reply from Noorjahan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for the feedback. I'm pleased that both you and your child have been part of our nursery family and you have had such a lovely experience here. You and your husband have both been helpful over the years with face painting and other tasks involving the drill machine which I have no clue about, and yet were very patient with me. You all will be missed. Your kind words are much appreciated.


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Review from N K (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience at Caversham Nursery has been nothing less than Amazing. My daughter went to the nursery and from day one of Entry she loved every moment and was so excited to go again every day.
My son joined a year later, at first found it a little hard to settle but the Class team found what his
interests were, and every start of the day they had his favourite activities ready for him to come in and join. Both my children now love gardening, and doing various activities and have made so many friends (Their teachers and TA's being their first friends when asked).
What I love about Caversham is that they all meet the children's needs at a personal level, understanding the child and helping them be more confident, more social, and character-building. I myself have been a TA in a nursery however I've never seen so much love and care at such a professional and personal level. Caversham has such a lovely environment. We loved the Nursery so much we wanted more days during the summer holidays.

Reply from Noorjahan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time and for such kind words. You and your family will be missed and we hope you return soon with your youngest. I'm pleased that the children enjoy gardening. We understand that in Kentish town, not all children have access to outdoor space or gardening opportunities, which is why we always try to do as much as possible with the children.


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Review from Uliana S (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot praise Caversham Nursery enough - I honestly feel that my son had the best start in life, thanks to the dedicated team and nurturing environment they create for all children. The nursery is always exceptionally clean, very orderly, and well maintained and has ample outdoor space (a true find
for North London), as well as a pet corner. I love the fact that all meals are very well balanced, flavoursome and in addition children are given fresh fruit and vegetables as snacks. There is a kitchen in the facility and we are often presented with homemade low sugar treats that children prepared themselves.
The nursery keeps a record of activities on an app and I am very impressed with a variety of different fun and educational activities - from messy play to drawing, to cooking, to reading books.
Another very important factor is that most of the staff remained the same for the whole time my son has been there, including the manager and I feel we are a family with a lot of them!

Reply from Noorjahan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review of Caversham Nursery. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to provide the best possible environment for the children in our care. We are delighted to hear that you and your child have had a positive experience with us. Your kind words about our staff and the nursery environment are truly appreciated. Thank you for your support and for being a part of the Caversham Nursery family.


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Review from William K (Father of Child) published on 22 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am impressed with this nursery and its excellent staff. All the staff are lovely and create a wonderful environment for the children. My child is flourishing, coming home with new words every day, and sometimes doesn't even want to leave. It's clear that all the children are enjoying themselves and
thriving here.

Reply from Noorjahan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time and for such kind words. Your feedback and appreciation means so much to myself and the team.


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Review from Carla S (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is incredibly happy at Caversham. The staff are warm, nurturing, and sparky. They encourage him to be compassionate explore and take risks. The group sizes are small and children spend time with different age groups. He feels really confident and often doesn't want to come home at the end of
the day. Recommend it.

Reply from Noorjhan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm thrilled that your child has had a wonderful experience at Caversham. We have all enjoyed watching him grow and learn. Your feedback is incredibly valuable and motivates us to continue delivering the best service possible.


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Review from Joanna J (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I had a thorough discussion with the new manager of the nursery during which I could explain in detail what I thought the problems were and we managed to come to a mutual agreement. I was in the end pleased with how the manager addressed my complaint, I felt heard and understood, which was not the case
before. Thanks to this I am left with a much more positive view of the nursery.

Reply from Noorjhan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

I'm pleased to have assisted with resolving the issue and I appreciate your time and understanding.


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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Caversham Nursery since she turned 1. She couldn't be happier - we've seen her development come on in leaps and bounds and she loves going to nursery, she runs into the room every morning! The staff are caring, great with all of the kids and clearly know what they're doing and,
most importantly, love what they do, it's really easy to see that in the way they treat the kids and parents. The outdoor space is really great, rare to get so much outdoor space in this part of London especially and it's lovely that the kids can explore as much as they want and that there's also a variety of activities and trips. The manager also always keeps us updated with what's going on in the nursery and in the local community and is always available to answer any question big or small. We can also easily see what our daughter is up to via the app, which staff update regularly. We're so happy with Caversham and couldn't recommend it enough.

Reply from Noorjhan Hussain, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for such lovely words. It's the love and support from parents that motivate myself and my team to keep on working hard. We feel valued and appreciated.


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Review from R R (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son struggled to settle into nursery for the first few weeks, but now he loves going and freely walks in/puts his arms out to the staff when we arrive. Their manager is professional and accommodating, always keeps us in the loop with emails about the nursery and how we can get involved. They are
very on top of security in the nursery, which is comforting to me when I’m not with my son. Now my niece (and my son's cousin) goes to the nursery and she is loving it too! We love how much outdoor space the children get to play in too, with the free-flow approach, they can explore outside and inside all year round.

Reply from Salwa Duncan, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time for leaving such a wonderful review.


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Review from Sara R (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a great nursery. My son is 2 years old and he loves it. The stuff are really friendly, they are great with kids and they organise lots of activities and get parents involved which is great! The garden is a big plus as well. We love it here!!

Reply from Salwa Duncan, Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a wonderful review and for such kind words.


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Review from Ruth K (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have known Caversham Nursery and the staff for many years. Our youngest daughter (1-year-old) started in early summer. Settling in was very smooth with her lovely key worker. She enjoys going to nursery every morning. All staff are very friendly and enthusiastic. The large garden is a big plus which
few other settings can offer. We can see daily activities via an online portfolio. Caversham is a really nice place and our older children have fond memories of their time there.

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Review from Gabriella S (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attends Caversham Nursery and is extremely happy there. The nursery staff are friendly, welcoming and approachable, they always greet my daughter at the beginning of the day and are nothing but polite upon collection, they keep me updated each day with what she’s been doing and how her day
has been. They’ve taken the extra time to ensure they know her likes and dislikes, and have always been adaptable to her needs as and when needed. The care, support and time taken by each member of staff to ensure my daughter is happy and settled is truly inspiring. My daughter gets the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities, led by adults and is encouraged to be independent, thus ensuring she is given opportunities to progress, learn and reach her full potential. The nursery has an amazing outside space in which the children are encouraged to play and explore. Staff are attentive, flexible and understanding of inclusive practice, they go the extra mile to support my daughter.

Reply from Noorjahan, Acting Manager at Caversham Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words about Caversham Nursery. I'm so pleased that you are satisfied with everyone's hard work. The team are highly dedicated and your kind words will motivate everyone even more. Working in partnership with parents enables a much better outcome for children.


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Review from Ralph H (Guardian of Child) published on 8 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a great nursery; the staff and teachers are kind and attentive. They are thorough, organised and keep up with the specific learning and development requirements of individual children. It’s a happy and safe place. Can strongly recommend.

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Review from R E (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are caring and know my child well. They do fun and varied activities like looking after the guinea pig and gardening. The outdoor space is really big with lots to do. We really appreciate the flexibility to fit around our working hours. Thank you Caversham.

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Review from David H (Father of Child) published on 23 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really happy with this nursery. Caring and approachable staff and management. My daughter loves it and she has a great connection with the staff. That's all I have to say but this website has asked me to type more words so that's what I'm doing.

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Review from Matthew T (Father of Child) published on 1 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Caversham since he was 11 months old. He very much enjoys his time each week at Caversham and has lots of fun. Staff are incredibly friendly, caring and warm. We are very happy with the nursery and the staff.

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Review from Simona M (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going here since she was 9 months, and now that she's 2 and 1/2 year old she is still the happiest person when she arrives there. She's bright and smiley, proud of her nursery and of her loving carers. And I am the happiest mum, since the management is the most helpful, flexible
and lovely I have ever met, and I know my daughter couldn't be in better hands.

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Review from Barbara P (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery.
Couldn't get better staff if you tried.
My son loves it there; can't wait till get there and doesn't want to leave.
Very clean and you can tell the staff absolutely love the children.

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Review from Josh C (Father of Child) published on 5 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Caversham Nursery since January 2020 and she absolutely loves it. Staff are welcoming and very professional and know what they are doing. My daughter does not want to leave when it's home time because of her friends and teachers. Thank you Caversham for all your support.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.466)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.466) out of 10 for Caversham Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.988 for Caversham Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (81 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 82 Ratings = 4.988

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.478 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Caversham Nursery is based on 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.7

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 45 number of registered child places is 9. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 9 = 0.778

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Caversham Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Caversham Nursery accepts?

Caversham Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Caversham Nursery Open?

Caversham Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Caversham Nursery have capacity for?

Caversham Nursery has capacity for a total of 45 Children.

How far is Caversham Nursery to the centre of London?

3.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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