Dicky Birds Day Nursery, Dundonald Road, Wimbledon

Fresh, nutritious food and time outdoors are an important part of everyday nursery life at Dundonald Road. Our on-site chef prepares meals in the nursery, while relaxed, sociable mealtimes give children opportunities to talk, serve themselves and develop independence at the table.

Families can keep up with their child’s progress, daily routines and learning experiences through the GrandirUK App. We also hold parent evenings and events throughout the year, creating regular opportunities for families and our team to spend time together and talk about how their child is getting on.

Clear, open communication is an important part of how we work with families, helping them stay connected with their child’s nursery day.

Children at Dundonald Road enjoy a varied mix of experiences, from PE sessions in Dundonald Park and Boogie Mites to Forest School and our Health and Self, Make and Bake, Innovate and Investigate, Move and Groove and Sow and Grow programmes in the Foundations room.

Regular walks and outings around Wimbledon give children opportunities to explore their local community, experience familiar places in different ways and develop confidence and independence beyond the nursery.

Our nursery on Dundonald Road has an open-plan layout, creating a cosy, connected environment where children can become familiar with the wider nursery team. Dedicated spaces are designed around each age group, from a calm and nurturing baby room through to toddler environments and our preschool learning spaces.

Children move into their next room when they are developmentally and emotionally ready, rather than simply reaching a particular age. This gives each child time to feel comfortable and confident before taking their next step.

Outdoor space

Outdoor experiences are an important part of nursery life at Dundonald Road, with Dundonald Park directly opposite us. Children visit regularly for play and outdoor learning, giving them plenty of space to move, explore and enjoy time outdoors in the heart of Wimbledon.

Our older children also take part in Forest School sessions at Walton Firs activity centre, where they can explore and learn in a natural environment. PE sessions in Dundonald Park provide further opportunities for physical activity and active play beyond the nursery.

High-quality care starts with getting to know each child well. Our open-plan layout helps children become familiar with the wider nursery team, supporting consistent relationships and familiar faces throughout their day.

We also have close relationships with local schools in Wimbledon, helping us support children as they prepare for the move from nursery to Reception. By sharing our knowledge of each child and working with families and schools, we can help make this next stage feel considered and well supported.

Our curriculum at Dundonald Road follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supporting children’s learning and development through play, exploration and purposeful experiences throughout the nursery day.

Children have opportunities to develop their communication, social and physical skills while following their own interests and curiosity. Learning is shaped around each child, giving them the time and support to progress at their own pace.

Dundonald Road is an open-plan nursery directly opposite Dundonald Park, giving children regular opportunities to enjoy play and outdoor learning in the green space on our doorstep.

Our open layout helps children become familiar with the wider nursery environment and the people within it, while regular visits to Dundonald Park extend their experiences beyond the nursery. Having this green space so close gives children more opportunities to explore, move, discover and learn outdoors as part of nursery life in Wimbledon.

Having brothers and sisters at Dundonald Road can make nursery drop-offs simpler for families, with easy access at either end of our open-plan building. Each child has a space designed around their own age and stage, while the open layout gives siblings opportunities to see each other during the day.

Children also become familiar with the wider nursery team, helping to create a connected experience for the whole family. Sibling places are subject to availability, but where we have space, our team will be happy to explore the options for brothers and sisters.

Nursery Manager Victoria leads our long-standing team at Dicky Birds Dundonald Road, bringing together experienced Early Years professionals who regularly build on their knowledge through further training.

Our team has experience supporting children with language delay, special educational needs and physical disabilities. We work closely with children and their families to understand individual needs and provide inclusive, appropriate support as part of everyday nursery life.