Carmena

Peace & Kindness in all we do

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Provider

Ofsted

Good

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Preschool

Learning Alliance

Food Hygiene

5 star rating

Qualified Chef
Fresh food & nutritious meals

Your child's new adventure awaits...

Our nursery setting is open for children aged 6 months to 5 years. We have been rated Good in our latest Ofsted inspection. We offer an incredible range of extra activities such as tennis, football, french lessons, and are located a 15 min walk from Streatham Common station and 10 mins Tooting Bec underground station.

Parents often say the nursery has a sense of Home and that is something we pride ourselves on; a safe, caring environment your child can grow and flourish.

You are welcome to come and tour the Nursery, just give us a call and we will take you on a personalized tour at which time we will provide you with as much information as possible, introduce you to our staff, show you the excellent facilities we provide.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Our Values

Customer reviews

Thanks for all your hard work, warmth and loving care. My son attended since he was 9 months old and has grown into a brilliantly. We appreciate all you have done over the years..

Olivia Taylor

Mother of 3-year old

I brought my daughter here 2 years ago to boost her confidence and play with others, she was nervous and clingy. You have loved, encouraged, educated nurtured and blessed her. She has now grown in confidence and has made amazing progress. I cant express how grateful we are with words. Thank you so much, she’s going to miss you all xxx.

Lola Hall

Mother of 4-year old

To everyone at Carmena, what can I say or put into whats all that has done for our family. Our three girls have attended Carmena and the love and affection that you have shown towards them has been enormous and will never be underestimated, We always feel the love & warmth at Carmena. Thank you

Isabelle Goulard

Mother of 4-year old

Our Story

Welcome to Carmena Christian Day Nursery. As professionals, parents and carers we all want the best for children in our care. We are a family established Christian day nursery that has been operating for over 35 years and we are committed to providing outstanding childcare five days a week, 51 weeks a year for 0-5 year olds between 8am-6pm.

We believe in creating positive and nurturing relationships based on Christian principles which is at the heart of our philosophy. We believe God has intricately made us all, and the bible says in Psalms This means no matter who we are or where we come from, we should be grateful that God chose to give us the gift of life. We welcome children from all religions, ethnicities and backgrounds, recognising each child’s learning journey is individual and unique.

Christian Principles

Positive & Nurturing Relationships

Cognitive & Creative

Parent Trust Guaranteed

What Ofsted says about it ʻOfsted 2023ʼ

Carmena Christian Day Nursery was rated Good by Ofsted following its inspection in August 2023. The nursery was judged Good across all key areas, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.

Ofsted recognised Carmena Christian Day Nursery as a warm, homely setting where children build close relationships with staff. The report highlights that staff value each child as an individual, interact with children positively, and use praise to encourage confidence, kindness and positive behaviour.

Children benefit from a wide and interesting curriculum that supports their learning across all areas of development. Ofsted noted that children develop strong communication, language and literacy skills through songs, stories, group discussions and carefully planned activities. They also build early mathematical, physical, creative and social skills through purposeful play and everyday nursery routines.

The report celebrates the nursery’s inclusive approach. Children are supported to learn about difference, culture and the wider world through activities such as culture days, traditional stories, creative activities and learning about special holy days including Eid and Diwali.

Ofsted also recognised the strong partnership between staff and parents. Parents receive daily updates about their child’s progress and activities, and staff work closely with families to offer advice and support when needed.

Children’s safety and wellbeing are at the heart of the nursery. Ofsted confirmed that staff treat children’s safety as paramount, maintain clear daily routines, complete regular health and safety checks, and have strong safeguarding knowledge. This helps create a safe, caring and nurturing environment where children feel secure, supported and able to thrive.

Testimonials

What The Parents Say

Thanks for all your hard work, warmth and loving care. My son attended since he was 9 months old and has grown into a brilliantly. We appreciate all you have done over the years..

Olivia Taylor

Mother of 3-year old

Lola Hall

Mother of 4-year old

Isabelle Goulard

Mother of 4-year old

Funded Childcare

Increasing Childcare Support

The Government has expanded childcare funding to help eligible families with the cost of early years care and education.

Eligible working parents in England may now be able to access up to 30 hours of funded childcare per week, over 38 weeks of the year, from the term after their child turns 9 months old until they start school.

Families may also be eligible for other forms of help with childcare costs, including 15 hours funded childcare for 3 and 4 year olds, funded places for some 2 year olds, Tax-Free Childcare, or help through Universal Credit.

How Funded Childcare Works:

Funding may be stretched across more than 38 weeks of the year by using fewer hours each week, subject to availability and the nursery’s funded childcare offer.

Parents must apply for a childcare code and renew it regularly to keep their funded place. Please contact us to discuss availability and funded childcare options for your child.