# Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak

Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak is a full-day nursery at 25-27 Boveney Road, London, SE23 3NP, in Honor Oak Park, Lewisham. It is registered for 66 children. It opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri. Its Ofsted report card (April 2026) grades inclusion Expected standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Expected standard, behaviour and routines Needs attention, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard; safeguarding standards met. It has a Google rating of 4.2 from 23 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Little Cubs Academy Ltd.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-cubs-academy-honor-oak-2574630  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 25-27 Boveney Road, London, SE23 3NP
- Opening hours: 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 66
- Meals included: yes
- Phone: 020 8291 8367
- Website: https://www.grandiruk.com/nurseries/forest-hill/little-cubs-academy-honor-oak-forest-hill/
- Run by: [Little Cubs Academy Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/little-cubs-academy-ltd)
- Ofsted URN: 2574630

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 21 April 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Inclusion | Expected standard |
| Curriculum and teaching | Expected standard |
| Achievement | Expected standard |
| Behaviour and routines | Needs attention |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Expected standard |
| Leadership and governance | Expected standard |

Safeguarding standards met.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2574630

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since January 2020 (Reference 2574630). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2574630)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 21 April 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2574630)
- Registered places: 66 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2574630)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 5 September 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1852782)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

Nurseries in Lewisham that publish fees charge £76–£106 a day for under-2s (7 nurseries). This is the area's range, not this nursery's.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–18:00

## Getting there

Address: 25-27 Boveney Road, London, SE23 3NP

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.449066,-0.048763

- Station: Honor Oak Park, 0.1 miles
- Station: Crofton Park, 0.7 miles
- Station: Forest Hill, 0.7 miles, step-free access
- 5 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Brenchley Gardens, 0.3 miles
- Park: Blythe Hill Fields, 0.5 miles
- Playground: Honor Oak Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Dalmain Under 5's play area, 0.4 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 Lewisham there are about 2.8 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: 4.2 out of 5 from 23 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

The nursery's website names forest school, a play-based EYFS curriculum and a nature-based approach. Ofsted's 2026 report card inspection rated curriculum and teaching and achievement as 'Expected standard'. Activities named on its website include sports coaching, dance and movement, and cooking activities.

- Forest school (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Play-based EYFS curriculum (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Nature-based approach (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)

### Food

Meals are included in the fees. Its website says meals are cooked on site, with vegan options, an allergy-aware kitchen, and breakfast provided.

- Meals cooked on site (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Vegan options (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/hubfs/Other%20PDFs/Our%20guide%20to%20childcare%20funding.pdf)
- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Breakfast provided (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/hubfs/Other%20PDFs/Our%20guide%20to%20childcare%20funding.pdf)

### Outdoors

Its website says the nursery has its own garden, daily outdoor play, regular park trips, a growing or allotment area and a mud kitchen. It also lists local outings and trips.

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Daily outdoor play (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Regular park trips (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Growing / allotment area (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Mud kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)

### Settling in

Its website says the nursery manager contacts parents before the start date to book settling-in sessions, so the child can get used to the setting before their first full day. Care details include a key person system.

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/family-support/what-to-expect/admissions-process)
- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Settling-in sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/family-support/what-to-expect/admissions-process)
- Sibling discount (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)

### Safety

Ofsted's 2026 inspection found that safeguarding standards were met.

- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Near public transport (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)

### Extras and activities

- Sports coaching (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Dance and movement (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)
- Cooking activities (source: nursery website, https://www.grandiruk.com/nursery/honor-oak/little-cubs)

### Getting a place

Its website says prospective parents visit the nursery and talk through their child's needs. The team then guides them through registration and the information they need to provide.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlawn Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (Improving) (June 2024) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Stillness Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Standards maintained (December 2024) |  | 0.4 miles |
| Stillness Infant School | Primary | 3–7 | Report card (July 2026) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Dalmain Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Good (November 2024) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| St William of York Catholic Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (October 2022) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Horniman Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (December 2023) |  | 0.6 miles |
| Chelwood Nursery School | Nursery | 2–5 | Report card (April 2026) | yes | 0.7 miles |
| Ivydale Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (July 2024) | yes | 0.7 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Pitta Patta Day Nursery 2 Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/pitta-patta-day-nursery-2-ltd-2790163) |  | £80.90 | 07:30–18:30 | 0.3 miles |
| [Bright Bees Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-bees-day-nursery-and-preschool-2525877) | Good | £69.50 | 08:30–16:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Seedlings Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/seedlings-day-nursery-ey287094) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Cottage Day](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cottage-day-ey446805) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Forest Hill Montessori Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/forest-hill-montessori-nursery-2522421) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.5 miles |
| [Colourbox Childcare Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/colourbox-childcare-nursery-2619276) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.5 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak's opening hours?

Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### What is Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak's Ofsted rating?

Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak was inspected on 21 April 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Expected standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Expected standard, behaviour and routines Needs attention, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak take?

Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak is registered with Ofsted for up to 66 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak?

Yes. Meals are included in the fees at Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak.

### Who runs Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak?

Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak is run by Little Cubs Academy Ltd, which runs 2 nurseries.

### What approach does Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak follow?

Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak's website describes its approach as: Forest school, Play-based EYFS curriculum and Nature-based approach.

### Does Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak have outdoor space?

Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak lists: Own garden, Daily outdoor play, Regular park trips, Growing / allotment area, Mud kitchen and Local outings and trips.

### What is the nearest station to Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak?

Honor Oak Park is the nearest station we know of, 0.2 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Little Cubs Academy Honor Oak?

You can call 020 8291 8367 and visit www.grandiruk.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2574630)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.grandiruk.com), as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.grandiruk.com/nurseries/forest-hill/little-cubs-academy-honor-oak-forest-hill/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Little+Cubs+Honor+Oak%2C+a+GrandirUK+Day+Nursery&query_place_id=ChIJk0DYIcsDdkgRCSiEzKBB6nY)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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