# The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd

The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd is a full-day nursery at 88 Southborough Road, Bromley, BR1 2EN, in Bickley, Bromley. It is registered for 47 children. It opens 07:30–18:00, Mon–Fri, 51 weeks a year. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in August 2021, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. Its published full-day fees range from £110 to £127 (nursery website, November 2026). It has a Google rating of 4.8 from 47 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-lodge-pre-school-and-nursery-ltd-2510938  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 88 Southborough Road, Bromley, BR1 2EN
- Opening hours: 07:30–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Registered places: 47
- Meals included: yes
- Phone: 020 8249 3052
- Website: https://www.thelodgechildcare.com/
- Ofsted URN: 2510938

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 16 August 2021, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

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

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2510938

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since January 2019 (Reference 2510938). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2510938)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 16 August 2021). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2510938)
- Registered places: 47 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2510938)

## Fees

| Age | Full day | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| Under 2s | £127 (£12.10 an hour) | £539.75 |
| 2-year-olds | £124 (£11.81 an hour) | £527.20 |
| 3 and over | £124 (£11.81 an hour) | £527.20 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 10.5-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Registration fee: £75

Source: nursery website (https://thelodgechildcare.com/fees), 11 November 2026.

Ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 07:30–18:00
- Weeks open: 51 a year
- Sessions: full day

## Getting there

Address: 88 Southborough Road, Bromley, BR1 2EN

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.392953,0.044844

- Station: Bickley, 0.6 miles
- 6 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Jubilee Country Park, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 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: 4.8 out of 5 from 47 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

Its website names a forest school, Reggio Emilia inspired and nature-based approach, and lists cooking activities. Ofsted's 2021 inspection rated overall effectiveness Good and quality of education Good.

- Forest school (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/were-hiring-come-and-join-the-lodge-team)
- Reggio Emilia inspired (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/were-hiring-come-and-join-the-lodge-team)
- Nature-based approach (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/were-hiring-come-and-join-the-lodge-team)

### Food

Meals are included in the fees. Its website says breakfast and healthy snacks are provided.

- Meals included in fees (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/fees)
- Breakfast provided (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/fees)
- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/fees)

### Outdoors

Its website says the nursery has its own garden, a growing or allotment area, and all-weather outdoor play.

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/)
- Growing / allotment area (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/)
- All-weather outdoor play (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/were-hiring-come-and-join-the-lodge-team)

### Settling in

Its website says settling-in days are arranged before the agreed start date, and fees must be paid from that start date. It also lists a key person system and settling-in sessions.

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/welcome-back-covid-19-information-to-keep-us-all-safe)
- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/were-hiring-come-and-join-the-lodge-team)
- Open all year (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/faqs)
- Early drop-off (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/fees)
- Settling-in sessions (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/fees)
- Sibling discount (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/fees)

### Safety

Ofsted's 2021 inspection judged safeguarding effective.

### Extras and activities

- Cooking activities (source: nursery website, https://thelodgechildcare.com/what-our-lovely-families-say-about-the-lodge)

### Getting a place

Its website says families tour the nursery, then pay a non-refundable £75 registration fee to join the waiting list. Once offered a place, a full month's fees must be paid in advance to secure it, offset against the first month's payment. The nursery has a waiting list and requires 8 weeks' notice to leave.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromley High School GDST |  | 4–18 |  |  | 0.6 miles |
| Raglan Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Good (July 2023) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Bickley Park School |  | 2–13 |  | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Southborough Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (February 2020) |  | 0.6 miles |
| Trinity Church of England Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Good (June 2023) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| St George's, Bickley, Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Outstanding (November 2022) |  | 0.8 miles |
| Bickley Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | Good (May 2023) |  | 0.9 miles |
| La Fontaine Academy | Primary | 4–11 | Outstanding (June 2024) |  | 0.9 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Orbit Explorers (Bromley Common)](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/orbit-explorers-bromley-common-2822556) |  |  | 08:45–15:15 | 0.4 miles |
| [The Wonder Years Bromley](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-wonder-years-bromley-2596470) | Good | £90 | 07:30–18:00 | 0.5 miles |
| [St Lukes Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/st-lukes-pre-school-137353) | Outstanding |  | 08:45–15:45 | 0.5 miles |
| [Little Elms Bromley](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-elms-bromley-2736646) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.5 miles |
| [Kindred Little Learners Bromley](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kindred-little-learners-bromley-ey451695) | Outstanding | £100 | 07:30–18:00 | 0.6 miles |
| [Lilly Brook Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/lilly-brook-pre-school-ey496212) | Good |  | 08:30–16:00 | 0.6 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd cost?

The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd publishes these fees: full day £127 for under 2s, full day £125 for under 2s, full day £123 for under 2s, full day £120 for under 2s, full day £113 for under 2s, per month £539.75 for under 2s, per month £1,062.50 for under 2s, per month £1,568.25 for under 2s, per month £2,040 for under 2s, per month £2,401.25 for under 2s, full day £124 for 2-year-olds, full day £121 for 2-year-olds, full day £118 for 2-year-olds, full day £116 for 2-year-olds, full day £110 for 2-year-olds, per month £527.20 for 2-year-olds, per month £1,028.50 for 2-year-olds, per month £1,504.50 for 2-year-olds, per month £1,972 for 2-year-olds, per month £2,337.50 for 2-year-olds, full day £124 for 3 and over, full day £121 for 3 and over, full day £118 for 3 and over, full day £116 for 3 and over, full day £110 for 3 and over, per month £527.20 for 3 and over, per month £1,028.50 for 3 and over, per month £1,504.50 for 3 and over, per month £1,972 for 3 and over and per month £2,337.50 for 3 and over (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### What are The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd's opening hours?

The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd opens 07:30–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### Is The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd open all year?

Yes, The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd is open 51 weeks a year, closing only for short breaks.

### What is The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd Good at its inspection on 16 August 2021, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd take?

The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd is registered with Ofsted for up to 47 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd?

Yes. Meals are included in the fees at The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd.

### Is there a registration fee or deposit at The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd?

Yes. The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd lists a registration fee of £75.

### What approach does The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd follow?

The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd's website describes its approach as: Forest school, Reggio Emilia inspired and Nature-based approach.

### Does The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd have outdoor space?

The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd lists: Own garden, Growing / allotment area and All-weather outdoor play.

### What is the nearest station to The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd?

Bickley is the nearest station we know of, 0.5 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact The Lodge Pre School And Nursery Ltd?

You can call 020 8249 3052 and visit www.thelodgechildcare.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2510938)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.thelodgechildcare.com), as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.thelodgechildcare.com/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=THE+LODGE+PRE-SCHOOL+%26+NURSERY+LIMITED&query_place_id=ChIJ-bHxCv-r2EcRd08lTQeGp40)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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