Business Details
Trusted Child Care & Preschool Services in London
Established with a clear mission to nurture children's development through language-rich environments, play, and exploration, Sowing and Growing prioritises imaginative learning experiences that empower every child. Our collaborative approach with families and the local community ensures each child receives a strong foundation for lifelong learning. The nursery's purpose-built facilities, designed with intentional equipment and stimulating spaces, create opportunities for discovery and curiosity. Our team, including specialists like Naomi, a Speech & Language Therapist, delivers tailored training to address diverse communication needs, ensuring inclusivity for all children. We maintain rigorous safety standards through our Millie's Mark Paediatric First Aid accreditation, while our Elklan Communication Friendly Settings accreditation reflects our commitment to creating accessible, language-focused environments.By offering extended hours and flexible attendance options, we accommodate the needs of working families, supported by clear policies on enrollment, cancellations, and unexpected closures. The nursery's partnership with Chatsworth Baptist Church enhances its role as a community hub, combining historical significance with modern childcare practices. Through structured settling-in processes and family engagement initiatives, we aim to create a seamless transition for new arrivals. Our policies and operational frameworks are designed to uphold transparency and reliability, ensuring parents receive accurate updates about placements and fees.
Services
Nursery & Preschool
Speech & Language Focus
Extended Hours
Parent Workshops
Forest Garden
Care Board
Enrollment Process
Highlights and features
- Specialist speech and language training with Elklan accreditation
- Extended hours available from 7am to 7pm
- Purpose-built woodland-themed environment
- Community-focused care with local partnerships
- Dedicated key worker system for child transitions
Associations and certifications
- Millie's Mark
- Elklan Communication Friendly Settings
Services
Nursery & Preschool
Our nursery provides comprehensive early years education for children aged 0-5. Purpose-built spaces include the Pumpkin Room (0-2), Sunflower Room (2-3), and Chestnut Room (3-5). Each environment combines intentional design with language-rich activities to foster natural curiosity and development.
Speech & Language Focus
Elklan-accredited practitioners deliver specialist communication training. The nursery implements speech and language strategies across all areas, with staff trained to identify and support children with communication needs through targeted interventions and inclusive practices in woodland-themed environments.
Extended Hours
Early morning (7am) and evening (7pm) childcare available with 24-hour notice. Additional charges apply at 10 per 30 minutes beyond standard hours. Late pick-ups incur double hourly rates. Flexible scheduling accommodates working families while maintaining staff-child ratios.
Forest Garden
woodland-themed outdoor space designed for sensory exploration. Features include natural play areas, imaginative elements, and safe environments for physical development. The outdoor curriculum complements indoor learning, encouraging discovery through natural materials and themed play structures.
Parent Workshops
Training sessions and educational workshops for parents on child development topics. Includes birthday packages and family activities. Designed to extend learning beyond the nursery setting, with resources to reinforce language-rich environments and communication strategies at home.
Questions
Do you offer funded childcare hours?
Yes, we provide Government-funded childcare hours for eligible families alongside our flexible private booking options.
How do extended hours work?
We operate core hours 7:30am-6:30pm with extended access from 7am-7pm available at £10 per 30 minutes with prior arrangement.
What speech and language support do you provide?
Our team holds Elklan accreditation, with specialist training delivered by Naomi (Speech & Language Therapist) to create communication-friendly environments for all children.
How does the enrollment process work?
Parents receive offer letters with fees and contracts when spaces become available. A non-refundable enrollment fee is required within 5 days of acceptance, with full payment terms outlined in our parent pack.
Where are you located?
We're based at Chatsworth Baptist Church, 103 Chatsworth Way, London SE27 9HN with entry via Idmiston Road.
