“My daughter attended Blooming Years for 3 years and I will be forever thankful for the amazing teachers for fostering a nurturing environment. This has provided her with brilliant foundations, enabling her confidence, curiosity and resilience to flourish. Thank you for loving her so much!”
5 Hillside Road, SW2 3HL
A nursery worth the short trip up Brixton Hill
If you live near Brixton tube or along Effra Road, Streatham Hill is closer than it probably feels on a map. Blooming Years is about 10 to 15 minutes by bus, and families who make that journey often tell us it was worth it for a setting that feels genuinely settled and residential rather than city-centre busy. We would love to show you around so you can see what we mean for yourself.
Why families choose us
Our approach
The thing parents tend to notice first when they visit is that we are not trying to push children through a programme. We believe in teaching children how to think, not what to think, and that shapes everything from the way the rooms are arranged to how our staff talk with children during the day. Every space and activity is designed to build independence and confidence at a child's own pace, so they carry that self-belief with them long after they leave us.
In practice
On the practical side, every child starts with a gradual settling-in programme where parents are present from the beginning and sessions increase slowly until your child is genuinely comfortable. We speak with you every day during that settling period and hold termly one-to-one meetings so you always know where things stand. We accept both 15 and 30 hours funded childcare, and we are Ofsted registered and look forward to welcoming our first inspection, which we are confident will match or beat the Good ratings across our other nurseries.
For families in Brixton
For Brixton families specifically, what often appeals is the contrast with the pace of central Brixton itself. Mornings on Brixton Hill or around Coldharbour Lane are lively, and a lot of parents tell us they actually appreciate dropping their child somewhere that feels quieter and more settled before they head into their own day. Streatham Hill has that residential character, and it suits families who want their child in a place that does not feel like it is in the middle of everything.
Address
5 Hillside Road, SW2 3HL
Phone
020 3948 8502Opening hours
8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
Ages
3 months to 5 years
Ofsted
Ofsted Registered
Funding
15 & 30 hours accepted
Getting here
From Brixton, the 159 or 250 bus will bring you up Brixton Hill and along to Streatham Hill in around 10 to 15 minutes. If you are driving, it is a straightforward route up Brixton Hill with street parking available outside the nursery for drop-off and collection. Streatham Hill station is also within easy reach if you are coming by train.
We also serve families from
Ofsted Registered
What London families say
The families already with us can tell you more than we ever could.
“My son went from 1-4 yrs old. He loved it. The staff were patient and kind, offered such a variety of activities, helped him grow in confidence and independence and supported me when I had questions on a few things. He joined reception this year well prepared and ready for his next chapter. Thank you team.”
“Excellent nursery! We are so happy about it. I was so scared about the idea of not finding a good place for my little one. Then I have tried Blooming Years and my baby loves it. The teachers are qualified and they take care of every emotional aspect of the babies. I have visited a lot of nurseries but I never had the same warm feeling.”
Come and visit us
See our nursery for yourself
A visit is the best way to know if we are the right fit for your family. Meet our team, explore our spaces, and ask us anything you like.
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Things parents ask us
Common questions
We are around a mile and a half from central Brixton, which is typically a short bus ride away using the local routes that serve Streatham Hill. The nursery is on Hillside Road, SW2 3HL, and is within easy reach of Streatham Hill station if you are coming by train. If you are driving, there is street parking available nearby for drop off and collection, which most families find convenient.
Yes, we accept both the 15 and 30 hours government funded childcare entitlements. The 15 hours is available to all three and four year olds, while the 30 hours is available to eligible working families with children of the same age. Funding can be applied to your core session costs, and we are happy to walk you through what is and is not covered when you enquire, so there are no surprises.
We welcome children from three months old up to five years, so we can be with your family from very early on. Places, particularly for babies, do fill up ahead of time, so we would encourage you to get in touch as soon as you have an idea of when you will need care. We allocate places based on when enquiries come in and what works practically for your family, and we will always be straightforward with you about availability and likely waiting times.
We are Ofsted registered and look forward to welcoming our first inspection, which we are confident will match or beat the Good ratings across our other nurseries. In practical terms, being Ofsted registered means we meet the national standards for early years care and education, and your funded hours can be used with us. We run our settings to a consistent standard across all our nurseries, and the way we work day to day is something you can see for yourself when you come and visit.
We always encourage families to come and have a look around before committing, as it gives you a chance to meet the team, see the rooms, and ask any questions you have in person. If you decide to go ahead, we offer a gradual settling-in process that is led by your child rather than a fixed timetable, starting with shorter sessions and building up as they grow in confidence. Every child is different, and we take our time with it rather than rushing families through.