Mindful Nurseries - Catford

St Laurence C of E Church, 37 Bromley Road, London SE6 2TS
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  • Mindful Nurseries - Catford, London
The team at Catford Nursery pride themselves on individuality, being unique from Mindful Nurseries' other locations.

Specialising in the Montessori method, practitioners cater all activities towards children's interests. Little ones are encouraged to self-select activities and toys, as well as free-flow between indoors and out.

This approach to learning emphasises real-life skills and hands-on learning, with particular focus on each child's language, cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.

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Care Provided by Mindful Nurseries - Catford

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sherene Simpson (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 5
  • Total Places for Children
  • 20
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Mindful Nurseries - Catford

  • 5 days a week - between £1922.44pm - £1263.07pm


    4 days a week - between £1569.34pm - £859.32pm


    3 days a week - between £1194.93pm - £820.95pm


    Adhocs - between £93.72 - £96.92

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Mindful Nurseries - Catford Reviews (5)

9.3

Mindful Nurseries - Catford has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.267) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mindful Nurseries - Catford has 5 reviews.

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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't be happier with this nursery! They are truly dedicated to my child's development, providing engaging and well-structured activities that make learning fun. Unlike some nurseries that simply let children play without much guidance, this team puts real effort into creating meaningful experiences
that support growth and learning.
I especially love their Montessori approach, which is applied in such a warm and supportive way. Montessori can sometimes feel intimidating, as if you're not doing enough at home without the "right" toys or methods. But in reality, it's about teaching children independence at their own pace, and the amazing teachers here guide them through that process beautifully. They make it easy for both children and parents to embrace this way of learning.
It's a wonderful, nurturing place, and I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a well-balanced and caring environment for their little one!

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Review from M V (Father of Child) published on 25 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with this Montessori nursery. When we first saw the space, we noticed it was quite small, but they make the most of it, keeping it engaging for the kids. Our eldest has been there for two years, and now his younger sister has joined him. We love that they get to be together growing
side by side. The contrast with their previous nursery has been remarkable.
A key highlight is the emphasis on real-world learning. The kids often go out, visits to museums and historical sites are thoughtfully integrated, fostering genuine curiosity.
The staff are exceptional, nurturing, dedicated, and passionate about the Montessori method. Children of different ages mix, creating a strong sense of community. They foster independence, confidence, and a love for learning.
This nursery has exceeded our expectations. Our children love going, and we feel confident they are in a caring, enriching environment.

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Review from Raphaela C (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery with helpful, caring and responsive staff. We love the vertical learning as a result of the mixed ages. A highlight is the variety of outings and real-life learning experiences including weekly trips to the library and occasional trips further afield to museums for example. The monthly
themes that guide the learning experiences also really inspire the children. Other highlights include the frequent cooking and banking opportunities as well as the outdoor play. Although the indoor rooms are on the smaller side they have been laid out thoughtfully and creatively. The children love the new outdoor area.

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Review from S T (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so happy with Mindful Montessori Nursery. Our son has been so happy here from 18 months to 3.5 years. His development through the Montessori way has been incredible to watch. We loved the family feel and the staff have been incredible, supportive and always there for us when we needed them. We
are so sad to leave! With thanks to the amazing team. Any child would be lucky to be apart of this magical nursery. The new garden you created so quickly is lovely too!
Thank you, we will always be grateful.

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Review from V M (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our experience at the nursery with our two-year-old daughter has been very positive. What we love most is the learning process, the organisation, the quality and variety of activities (they go often outside), and the care that the teachers provide for the children.
The learning program, particularly
the Montessori approach, is the main reason we chose this nursery, as it aligns with our gentle parenting philosophy. The staff is highly trained, sensitive, and attentive, and they truly listen to the children. The food provided is excellent, and the equipment used is mostly plastic-free. The cleanliness is great, along with the overall management and safeguarding of the children.
They are currently improving the garden and outdoor space, which was previously lacking, so we are excited to see the new area. They have plans for a well-equipped outdoor space on the same premises as the nursery.
Overall, our experience has been very good so far, and we definitely recommend this nursery!

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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.267)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.267) out of 10 for Mindful Nurseries - Catford is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 5 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 4.767 for Mindful Nurseries - Catford is calculated as follows: ( (48 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 60 Ratings = 4.767

  • 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 4.5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Mindful Nurseries - Catford is based on 5 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 = 3.5

    • 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 20 number of registered child places is 4, which has been reached with 5 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Sherene Simpson

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Sherene is our amazing nursery manager at our Catford nursery!


Frequently Asked Questions about Mindful Nurseries - Catford

What is the Age Range of Children that Mindful Nurseries - Catford accepts?

Mindful Nurseries - Catford accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Mindful Nurseries - Catford Open?

Mindful Nurseries - Catford is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Mindful Nurseries - Catford have capacity for?

Mindful Nurseries - Catford has capacity for a total of 20 Children.

How far is Mindful Nurseries - Catford to the centre of London?

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

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