# The Futures Nursery

The Futures Nursery is a full-day nursery at 12 The Slade, London, SE18 2NB, in Plumstead Common, Greenwich. It is registered for 43 children and takes children aged 6 months to 5 years. It opens 07:00–19:00, Mon–Fri, 51 weeks a year. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in June 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It offers funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, and accepts Tax-Free Childcare. It has a Google rating of 4.7 from 24 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-futures-nursery-2526228  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 12 The Slade, London, SE18 2NB
- Ages: 6 months to 5 years
- Opening hours: 07:00–19:00, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Registered places: 43
- Funded childcare: funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Tax-Free Childcare: yes
- Meals included: yes
- Phone: 020 8854 6613
- Website: http://www.futuresnursery.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 2526228

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 2 June 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:

- 2 June 2023: Ofsted inspection, Good
- 30 September 2021: Ofsted inspection, Requires improvement

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2526228

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since January 2020 (Reference 2526228). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2526228)
- Inspections on record: 2 inspections (latest 2 June 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2526228)
- Registered places: 43 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2526228)
- Food hygiene rating: 3 (Generally satisfactory) (inspected 2 March 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1221270)

## Fees

| Age | Per month |
|---|---|
| All ages | £1,776.67 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 12-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Charge on funded hours: £27.50 (full day)
- Charge on funded hours: £250 (per month)
- Registration fee: £250

Source: nursery website (https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf), 11 November 2026.

Funded hours: From 9 months, 2-year-olds, 30 hours.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 07:00–19:00
- Ages: 6 months to 5 years
- Weeks open: 51 a year

## Getting there

Address: 12 The Slade, London, SE18 2NB

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.479647,0.088105

- Station: Plumstead, 0.8 miles
- 13 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Plumstead Common, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Kirkham Walkway, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Winns Common, 0.1 miles
- Park: Shrewsbury Park, 0.4 miles
- Park: Rockliffe Gardens, 0.5 miles
- Playground: 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 Greenwich there are about 3.1 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: 4.7 out of 5 from 24 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning and approach

- Early phonics (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)

### Food

- Meals cooked on site (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Organic food (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)
- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Meals included in fees (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)
- Breakfast provided (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)

### Outdoors

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Daily outdoor play (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)
- All-weather outdoor play (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)

### Care and routines

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Dedicated sleep room (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/funded-childcare-south-east-london)
- Open all year (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Early drop-off (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Late pick-up (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)
- Nappies and wipes provided (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)
- Settling-in sessions (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)
- Small group sizes (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)

### Building and safety

- Secure entry system (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- CCTV (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Near public transport (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/nurseries/plumstead)

### Extras and activities

- Music classes (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Children's yoga (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)
- Sports coaching (source: nursery website, https://futuresnursery.co.uk/FuturesNurseryPack.pdf)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenslade Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (April 2024) |  | under 0.1 miles |
| Timbercroft Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (July 2024) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Rockliffe Manor Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Improved significantly (April 2025) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Willow Dene School |  | 2–19 | Outstanding (November 2022) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| South Rise Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Improved significantly (May 2025) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Conway Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (September 2022) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| St Margaret's Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (July 2023) |  | 0.6 miles |
| Waterside School |  | 5–11 | Outstanding (May 2023) |  | 0.6 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Bright Stars Kids Daycare Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-stars-kids-daycare-ltd-2798367) |  |  |  | 0.1 miles |
| [Slade Creche](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/slade-creche-ey555558) | Good |  |  | 0.1 miles |
| [Razzy's Day Care and Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/razzys-day-care-and-nursery-ltd-2872842) |  | £75 | 08:00–18:00 | 0.1 miles |
| [Plumstead Manor Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/plumstead-manor-nursery-ey224240) | Good |  | 08:00–17:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Top Tots](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/top-tots-ey458876) | Good |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Bear Hugs Day Nursery 3](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bear-hugs-day-nursery-3-ey551032) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.2 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does The Futures Nursery cost?

The Futures Nursery publishes these fees: per month £1,776.67 for all ages, per month £1,421.33 for all ages, per month £1,066 for all ages, per month £1,343.33 for all ages, per month £1,074.67 for all ages and per month £806 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does The Futures Nursery offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. The Futures Nursery offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds. It charges £27.50 full day on funded hours for extras such as meals and activities.

### Does The Futures Nursery take funded 2-year-olds?

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

### Does The Futures Nursery offer funded hours from 9 months?

Yes. The Futures Nursery offers funded hours for eligible children from 9 months.

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

The Futures Nursery opens 07:00–19:00, Mon–Fri.

### Is The Futures Nursery open all year?

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

### What ages does The Futures Nursery take?

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

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

Ofsted rated The Futures Nursery Good at its inspection on 2 June 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

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

The Futures Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 43 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at The Futures Nursery?

Yes. Meals are included in the fees at The Futures Nursery.

### Does The Futures Nursery accept Tax-Free Childcare?

Yes. The Futures Nursery accepts Tax-Free Childcare payments.

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

Yes. The Futures Nursery lists a registration fee of £250.

### What approach does The Futures Nursery follow?

The Futures Nursery's website describes its approach as: Early phonics.

### Does The Futures Nursery have outdoor space?

The Futures Nursery lists: Own garden, Daily outdoor play, Local outings and trips and All-weather outdoor play.

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

Plumstead is the nearest station we know of, 0.7 miles away in a straight line.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2526228)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.futuresnursery.co.uk), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.futuresnursery.co.uk/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Futures+Nursery&query_place_id=ChIJ2Yhrue2p2EcR7uCIXqlzP1Q)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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