# The Chelsea Nursery

The Chelsea Nursery is a full-day nursery at 1a Gertrude Street, Chelsea, London, SW10 0JN, in West Brompton, Kensington and Chelsea. It is registered for 40 children and takes children aged 6 months to 5 years. It opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri, 51 weeks a year. Its Ofsted report card (May 2026) grades inclusion Expected standard, curriculum and teaching Expected standard, achievement Expected standard, behaviour and routines Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard; safeguarding standards met. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 1 review (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-chelsea-nursery-2829262  
Last checked 12 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 1a Gertrude Street, Chelsea, London, SW10 0JN
- Ages: 6 months to 5 years
- Opening hours: 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Registered places: 40
- Phone: 020 7362 0066
- Website: https://www.cameronvaleschool.com/thechelseanursery
- Ofsted URN: 2829262

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 7 May 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 | Expected standard |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Expected standard |
| Leadership and governance | Expected standard |

Safeguarding standards met.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2829262

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since May 2025 (Reference 2829262). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2829262)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 7 May 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2829262)
- Registered places: 40 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2829262)

## Fees

- Registration fee: £200

Fees: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–18:00
- Ages: 6 months to 5 years
- Weeks open: 51 a year

## Getting there

Address: 1a Gertrude Street, Chelsea, London, SW10 0JN

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.483264,-0.181609

- Station: Imperial Wharf, 0.6 miles, step-free access
- Station: Fulham Broadway, 0.7 miles, step-free access
- Station: West Brompton, 0.7 miles
- 17 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Westfield Park, 0.2 miles
- Park: Cremorne Gardens, 0.3 miles
- Park: Roper's Garden, 0.4 miles
- Park: Redcliffe Square Gardens, 0.4 miles
- Park: Brompton Park, 0.5 miles
- Playground: Playground, 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 Kensington and Chelsea there are about 2.1 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 1 review (as of 12 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

In its 2026 Ofsted report card inspection, the nursery was graded 'Expected standard' for curriculum and teaching and for achievement. Its website says it is an inclusive setting.

### Care and routines

- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://www.cameronvaleschool.com/thechelseanursery)
- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.cameronvaleschool.com/page?pid=57&title=Admissions)
- Open all year (source: nursery website, https://www.cameronvaleschool.com/thechelseanursery)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.cameronvaleschool.com/the-chelsea-nursery/fees)

### SEND and inclusion

- Inclusive setting (source: nursery website, https://www.cameronvaleschool.com/page?pid=57&title=Admissions)

### Safety

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

### Getting a place

According to its website, families must book a visit, then complete the registration form and return it with the non-refundable £200 fee. Registered children join the waiting list for their expected start year, and the nursery currently has a waiting list. An offer requires an acceptance form, a birth certificate and a deposit.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Servite RC Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (February 2026) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Park Walk Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (January 2026) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Ashburnham Community School | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (January 2025) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Cameron Vale School |  | 2–11 |  | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Francis Holland Preparatory School |  | 4–12 |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| Bousfield Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (September 2022) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Chelsea Open Air Nursery School | Nursery | 2–5 | School remains Outstanding (July 2024) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Falkner House |  | 2–11 |  | yes | 0.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Ohana Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/ohana-centre-2717664) | Good |  |  | 0.1 miles |
| [Park Walk Seedlings Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/park-walk-seedlings-nursery-2719072) | Good |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Tadpoles Nursery School, Chelsea](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tadpoles-nursery-school-chelsea-2705358) | Good |  | 08:35–15:30 | 0.2 miles |
| [Kingsland Pre-Prep](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kingsland-pre-prep-ey562588) | Outstanding |  | 08:30–16:30 | 0.2 miles |
| [World's End Under Fives Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/worlds-end-under-fives-centre-105753) | Good |  | 09:00–15:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Chelsea Pre-Prep School & Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/chelsea-pre-prep-school-and-nursery-ey393954) | Outstanding |  | 08:30–16:00 | 0.2 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are The Chelsea Nursery's opening hours?

The Chelsea Nursery opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### Is The Chelsea Nursery open all year?

Yes, The Chelsea Nursery is open 51 weeks a year, closing only for short breaks.

### What ages does The Chelsea Nursery take?

The Chelsea Nursery takes children aged 6 months to 5 years.

### What is The Chelsea Nursery's Ofsted rating?

The Chelsea Nursery was inspected on 7 May 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 Expected standard, children's welfare and well-being Expected standard and leadership and governance Expected standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can The Chelsea Nursery take?

The Chelsea Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 40 children at any one time.

### Is there a registration fee or deposit at The Chelsea Nursery?

Yes. The Chelsea Nursery lists a registration fee of £200.

### Does The Chelsea Nursery support children with SEND?

The Chelsea Nursery lists: Inclusive setting.

### What is the nearest station to The Chelsea Nursery?

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

### How do I contact The Chelsea Nursery?

You can call 020 7362 0066 and visit www.cameronvaleschool.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2829262)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.cameronvaleschool.com), as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.cameronvaleschool.com/thechelseanursery)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 12 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=The+Chelsea+Nursery&query_place_id=ChIJi3avjPgFdkgR-ogdCTCln_Q)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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