# Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham

Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham is a full-day nursery at Hawes Down Centre, Hawes Lane, West Wickham, BR4 9AE, in West Wickham, Bromley. It is registered for 70 children and takes children aged 4 months to 5 years. It opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri, 51 weeks a year. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in May 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. Its published full-day fee is £90 (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 5.0 from 2 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Rainbow Day Nursery (Bromley) Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-day-nursery-west-wickham-2607575  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Hawes Down Centre, Hawes Lane, West Wickham, BR4 9AE
- Ages: 4 months to 5 years
- Opening hours: 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Registered places: 70
- Funded childcare: funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Meals included: yes
- Phone: 020 8460 5335
- Website: http://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/
- Run by: [Rainbow Day Nursery (Bromley) Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/rainbow-day-nursery-bromley-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2607575

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 24 May 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

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

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2607575

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since September 2020 (Reference 2607575). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2607575)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 24 May 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2607575)
- Registered places: 70 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2607575)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 19 June 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1340168)

## Fees

| Age | Full day |
|---|---|
| All ages | £90 (£9 an hour) |

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

Source: nursery website (https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/fees-funding-options), 11 November 2026.

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

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–18:00
- Ages: 4 months to 5 years
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Sessions: full day

## Getting there

Address: Hawes Down Centre, Hawes Lane, West Wickham, BR4 9AE

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.374773,-0.004045

- Station: Hayes (Kent), 0.6 miles
- Station: West Wickham, 0.7 miles
- 3 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: McAndrew's Recreation Ground, 0.3 miles
- Park: Sparrows Den, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 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 Bromley 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: 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

The nursery was rated Outstanding overall and for quality of education at its 2022 Ofsted inspection. Its website names dance and movement as an activity.

### Food

Meals are included in the fees. Its website says the kitchen is allergy-aware, the setting is nut-free, and breakfast is provided.

- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)
- Nut-free setting (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)
- Meals included in fees (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)
- Breakfast provided (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)

### Outdoors

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

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/our-nurseries/rainbow-west-wickham)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)

### Settling in

Its website says settling-in sessions are offered at no cost, usually in the weeks before a child starts. It also lists a key person system as part of its care.

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)
- Open all year (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)
- Early drop-off (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/our-nurseries/rainbow-west-wickham)
- Late pick-up (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/our-nurseries/rainbow-west-wickham)
- Nappies and wipes provided (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)
- Settling-in sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)
- Sibling discount (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)

### Safety

At its 2022 Ofsted inspection, safeguarding was judged effective.

- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)

### Extras and activities

- Dance and movement (source: nursery website, https://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/faqs)

### Getting a place

Its website says families arrange a visit through the Contact Us form or by email, then join the waiting list using the enquiry form. A deposit, usually one month's fees, secures a child's place. The nursery has a waiting list and 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawes Down Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (July 2023) |  | 0.2 miles |
| Wickham Park School |  | 5–19 |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| St David's Prep |  | 3–11 |  | yes | 0.9 miles |
| Pickhurst Infant Academy | Primary | 5–7 | Report card (May 2026) |  | 0.9 miles |
| Pickhurst Academy | Primary | 7–11 | Outstanding (December 2023) |  | 0.9 miles |
| Wickham Common Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (November 2023) |  | 0.9 miles |
| Oak Lodge Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Standards maintained (October 2024) | yes | 1.0 miles |
| Langley Park Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (December 2024) |  | 1.0 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Linden Leas Pre School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/linden-leas-pre-school-ey465546) | Outstanding | £48 | 08:30–15:30 | 0.2 miles |
| [Hayeswick West Wickham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/hayeswick-west-wickham-ey307565) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bizzy-bees-montessori-pre-school-2741787) | Report card Jan 2026 |  | 08:30–15:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Jigsaw Preschool Committee](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/jigsaw-preschool-committee-137308) | Good |  | 09:15–15:15 | 0.4 miles |
| [Sunny Kids - West Wickham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/sunny-kids-west-wickham-2725868) | Good |  | 08:30–15:45 | 0.4 miles |
| [Cuddly Bear Day Care Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cuddly-bear-day-care-nursery-2753826) |  |  |  | 0.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham cost?

Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham publishes these fees: full day £90 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds.

### Does Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### What are Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham's opening hours?

Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### Is Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham open all year?

Yes, Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham is open 51 weeks a year, closing only for short breaks.

### What ages does Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham take?

Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham takes children aged 4 months to 5 years.

### What is Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham Outstanding at its inspection on 24 May 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham take?

Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham is registered with Ofsted for up to 70 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham?

Yes. Meals are included in the fees at Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham.

### Who runs Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham?

Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham is run by Rainbow Day Nursery (Bromley) Limited, which runs 5 nurseries.

### Does Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham have outdoor space?

Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham lists: Own garden and Local outings and trips.

### What is the nearest station to Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham?

West Wickham is the nearest station we know of, 0.6 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham?

You can call 020 8460 5335 and visit www.rainbowdaynurseries.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2607575)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.rainbowdaynurseries.com), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.rainbowdaynurseries.com/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Rainbow+Day+Nursery+West+Wickham&query_place_id=ChIJGZN645cBdkgRJ3NSadTBHrU)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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