# Ladybird Nursery

Ladybird Nursery is a full-day nursery at 277 Goldhawk Road, LONDON, W12 8EU, in Hammersmith, Hammersmith and Fulham. It is registered for 45 children. It opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in March 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. Its published full-day fees range from £95 to £98 (nursery website, November 2026). It offers funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds. It has a Google rating of 4.7 from 10 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ladybird-nursery-2613057  
Last checked 12 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 277 Goldhawk Road, LONDON, W12 8EU
- Opening hours: 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 45
- Funded childcare: funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Phone: 020 8741 3399
- Website: http://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 2613057

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 13 March 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Inspection history:

- 13 March 2023: Ofsted inspection, Good
- 4 October 2022: Ofsted inspection, Inadequate

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2613057

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since November 2020 (Reference 2613057). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2613057)
- Inspections on record: 2 inspections (latest 13 March 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2613057)
- Registered places: 45 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2613057)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 9 October 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/345093)

## Fees

| Age | Full day | Half day | Per week |
|---|---|---|---|
| All ages | £95 (£9.50 an hour) | £57 | £445 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 10-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Registration fee: £25

Source: nursery website (https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Parents-information/Fees-and-Payments), 11 November 2026.

Funded hours: 2-year-olds, 30 hours.

Ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–18:00
- Sessions: full day and half day

## Getting there

Address: 277 Goldhawk Road, LONDON, W12 8EU

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.499170,-0.240453

- Station: Stamford Brook, 0.4 miles
- Station: Ravenscourt Park, 0.4 miles
- Station: Goldhawk Road, 0.6 miles
- 15 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Ravenscourt Park, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Starch Green, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Stamford Brook Common, 0.3 miles
- Park: Cathnor Park, 0.3 miles
- Park: Wendell Park, 0.3 miles
- Playground: North Playground, under 0.1 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Hammersmith and Fulham there are about 2.4 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 10 reviews (as of 12 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

At its 2023 Ofsted inspection, the nursery was graded Good for overall effectiveness and for quality of education. Its website says it offers music classes, language classes, cooking activities and STEM activities.

### Food

Its website says breakfast is provided.

- Breakfast provided (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Nursery-Life/A-day-in-Ladybird)

### Outdoors

Its website says the nursery has its own garden and offers local outings and trips.

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Nursery-Life/A-day-in-Ladybird)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/content/4.Parents-information/1.Application/Ladybird-Nursery-Enrollment.pdf)

### Settling in

Its website says the nursery uses a key person system.

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/LadyBird-Nursery/EYFS)
- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/content/4.Parents-information/1.Application/Ladybird-Nursery-Enrollment.pdf)
- Open all year (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/LadyBird-Nursery/About-Ladybird)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Parents-information/Fees-and-Payments)

### Safety

At its 2023 Ofsted inspection, safeguarding was judged effective. Its website says the nursery uses CCTV.

- CCTV (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/LadyBird-Nursery/About-Ladybird)
- Online learning journal (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/LadyBird-Nursery/About-Ladybird)

### Extras and activities

- Music classes (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Nursery-Life/A-day-in-Ladybird)
- Language classes (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Nursery-Life/A-day-in-Ladybird)
- Cooking activities (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Nursery-Life/A-day-in-Ladybird)
- STEM activities (source: nursery website, https://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/Nursery-Life/A-day-in-Ladybird)

### Getting a place

To apply, its website says parents should download, print, sign and date the enrolment form, then return it by registered post or in person at the nursery. A £25 registration fee applies, and a deposit is due when the place is accepted. The nursery has a waiting list and requires 4 weeks' notice to leave. It accepts funded hours for 2-year-olds, the universal 15 funded hours for 3-4 year olds, and 30 funded hours for eligible 3-4 year olds.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Betts Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | Report card (April 2026) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Good Shepherd RC Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Outstanding (July 2024) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Vanessa Nursery School | Nursery | 2–5 | School remains Outstanding (March 2023) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Brackenbury Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (December 2022) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Greenside Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (October 2023) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Ravenscourt Park Preparatory School |  | 4–11 |  |  | 0.4 miles |
| Wendell Park Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (November 2022) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Earl's Court Free School Primary | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Outstanding (January 2024) |  | 0.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Jack in the Box Montessori School Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/jack-in-the-box-montessori-school-limited-ey478428) | Outstanding | £82 | 08:30–15:00 | 0.1 miles |
| [Bright Horizons Goldhawk Road Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-goldhawk-road-day-nursery-and-preschool-2756061) |  |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Alexandra Montessori Hammersmith](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/alexandra-montessori-hammersmith-2498843) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Ravenscourt Park Montessori](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ravenscourt-park-montessori-2647347) | Outstanding |  | 08:30–15:15 | 0.3 miles |
| [Stepping Stones Nursery School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/stepping-stones-nursery-school-ey448901) | Outstanding |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Tara House Montessori Nursery School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tara-house-montessori-nursery-school-ey462811) | Outstanding |  | 09:00–16:15 | 0.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Ladybird Nursery cost?

Ladybird Nursery publishes these fees: full day £95 for all ages, full day £98 for all ages, half day £57 for all ages, half day £60 for all ages, per week £445 for all ages, per week £190 for all ages, per week £275 for all ages and per week £360 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Ladybird Nursery offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Ladybird Nursery offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds.

### Does Ladybird Nursery take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Ladybird Nursery offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### What are Ladybird Nursery's opening hours?

Ladybird Nursery opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### What is Ladybird Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Ladybird Nursery Good at its inspection on 13 March 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Ladybird Nursery take?

Ladybird Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 45 children at any one time.

### Is there a registration fee or deposit at Ladybird Nursery?

Yes. Ladybird Nursery lists a registration fee of £25.

### Does Ladybird Nursery have outdoor space?

Ladybird Nursery lists: Own garden and Local outings and trips.

### What is the nearest station to Ladybird Nursery?

Stamford Brook is the nearest station we know of, 0.4 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Ladybird Nursery?

You can call 020 8741 3399 and visit www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2613057)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.ladybirddaynurseries.co.uk/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 12 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Ladybird+Day+Nurseries&query_place_id=ChIJy6vI_jMOdkgRR29kxZ0clPA)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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