“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!”
7-8 Clapham Common South Side, SW4 7AA
Nursery in Stockwell
Stockwell is right on the edge of Clapham, and the two areas blend into each other along Clapham Road in a way that makes the nursery feel very local rather than a cross-borough journey. Blooming Years in Clapham is around five to ten minutes from most parts of SW9, and for families who commute via Stockwell station, the drop-off can sit comfortably on the way to the Victoria or Northern line without pulling significantly out of the route. We have a number of families from the Stockwell area, and they tend to find the morning routine settles very quickly. Come and have a look if you would like to see for yourself.
Why families choose us
Our approach
Stockwell has a diverse and community-minded character, and the parents who visit from SW9 often place a strong value on relationships. Knowing who is looking after their child, understanding how the nursery actually works day to day, and being kept properly informed rather than just told things are fine. We share those values. Our practitioners build genuine relationships with the children in their key groups, and you will see that in how children greet staff in the morning and how settled they are during the day.
In practice
Settling in is properly gradual. Every child starts with their parent or carer present, building up their time with us at a pace that is led by how they respond rather than a standard number of sessions. We talk to you every day during that period and hold termly one-to-ones so you have a real sense of how your child is developing. We accept both 15 and 30 hours funded childcare.
For families in Stockwell
For families in Stockwell, the Victoria line connection makes Clapham an easy extension of the morning. What we find with families from SW9 is that the practical side often matters as much as the approach. They want a nursery that is well organised, communicates clearly and does not add complexity to a morning that is already full. That is what we try to be, and it is something families tend to feel from the first visit.
Address
7-8 Clapham Common South Side, SW4 7AA
Phone
020 7720 2424Opening hours
7:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
Ages
3 months to 5 years
Ofsted
Rated Good
Funding
15 & 30 hours accepted
Getting here
From Stockwell, Blooming Years in Clapham is around a five to ten minute drive along Clapham Road. Stockwell station serves both the Victoria and Northern lines, and Clapham North station on the Northern line is close to the nursery and a short bus ride from Stockwell. On-street parking is available near the nursery for families who drive.
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
Blooming Years in Clapham is around a five to ten minute drive from Stockwell along Clapham Road. Stockwell station serves the Victoria and Northern lines, and Clapham North, the nearest tube stop to the nursery, is a short bus ride away. The two areas sit close enough together that most Stockwell families find the journey straightforward from day one.
Yes, we accept both the 15-hour universal entitlement and the 30-hour extended offer for eligible families. The 15 hours is available from the term after your child's third birthday, and the 30 hours applies to working families who meet the government's income criteria. We are happy to walk you through how this applies to your specific sessions when you come for a visit.
We welcome children from 3 months through to 5 years. Places, especially in the baby room, fill up well in advance, so we would encourage Stockwell families to get in touch as soon as they have a rough start date, even during pregnancy. We will always be honest about availability and realistic about where you stand.
We are Ofsted registered and look forward to welcoming our first inspection at Clapham, which we are confident will match or beat the Good ratings our other nurseries have received. The standards and practice you see here are consistent across the group. We are happy to walk you through how we work so you can make an informed choice.
A visit gives you a proper look at the nursery on an ordinary day. You will meet the team, see the rooms in use and have time to ask whatever is on your mind. If you decide to go ahead, settling in starts with you present and builds up at your child's pace. We speak with you every day during that period and hold termly one-to-ones so nothing important gets missed.
The best first step for families in Stockwell is to book a tour - it gives you a chance to see the nursery, meet the team and ask any questions before committing to anything. Once you have visited and you are happy to go ahead, our online application form takes just a few minutes to complete. We will be in touch shortly after to confirm availability and next steps.