“The care givers are kind, warm and attentive toward my child's needs and development. My son has grown more confident and social in the last 6 months. The atmosphere is good with teachers taking care of dietary requirements, special mention to his teacher Chandu ma’am for taking such good care of him. They also do lot of both indoor and outdoor fun activities for kids for their overall development. I would highly recommend blossoming Minds for little ones.”
115 Woolwich Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 0RF
Nursery near Blackheath
Blossoming Minds is on Woolwich Road in Greenwich SE10, one train stop from Blackheath station at Maze Hill, or a ten-minute drive with free parking on site. Families from Blackheath tend to be deliberate about where their children spend their early years. We think that instinct is worth trusting, and we would rather you visit and judge for yourself than take our word for it. We take children from 3 months to 5 years. [Book a tour to come and see us](/book).
Why families choose us
Our approach
Most nurseries ask children to adapt to the environment. We designed ours the other way around. The baby suite is built for the needs of children under two: calm, sensory-rich, staffed by practitioners who work only with this age group. The sensory room gives children with SEND, or those who need a quieter space, somewhere that actually serves them. The preschool room is where children start to read, reason and take genuine responsibility for small things. The sleep room, dining hall and Energy Hub, our indoor grassed adventure space, account for the rest of the day. Nothing is an afterthought.
In practice
Our team holds qualifications up to Level 7. Several members have worked in early years for 25 years or more. Our director brings a career in nursing and midwifery to her leadership of the setting. Most of the team speak three or four languages, which matters in Greenwich where many children are growing up bilingual. An in-house chef prepares fresh, balanced meals every day, including world flavours and full dietary accommodation. These are not selling points: they are simply how we run the nursery.
For families in Blackheath
Blackheath and Greenwich share a postcode boundary and a park. Children at Blossoming Minds visit Greenwich Park regularly, which means the place your family already loves is part of your child's weekly life. We are open from 7:30am to 6:30pm across 51 weeks of the year, with full-year, term-time and ad-hoc sessions available. The train from Blackheath to Maze Hill takes a few minutes, and the nursery is a short walk from there. If you prefer to drive, parking is free. The best way to judge is to visit - [book a tour here](/book).
Address
115 Woolwich Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 0RF
Phone
020 8858 9955Opening hours
7:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
Ages
3 months to 5 years
Ofsted
Rated Good
Funding
15 & 30 hours accepted
Getting here
Blossoming Minds is at 115 Woolwich Road, Greenwich, SE10 0RF. From Blackheath station, take the train one stop to Maze Hill - the nursery is a short walk along Woolwich Road. By car, the journey from Blackheath village takes around ten minutes and free parking is available on site.
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Ofsted Rated Good
What Greenwich families say
The families already with us can tell you more than we ever could. What they notice most is how their children come home talking, whether that is counting in Spanish, reciting phrases in Mandarin, or describing exactly what they made for lunch. That tends to say everything.
“I'm so happy with my son’s experience here, he’s 2 and has absolutely thrived since starting. The nursery are always offering jam packed experiences for the children from trying out cooking to exploring local places. The staff are truly wonderful. So friendly, approachable, and clearly passionate about what they do. It’s such a comfort as a parent to know he’s in such caring hands. The senior management team are equally lovely and always available to support, especially during those early, nerve wracking days of settling in.”
“We have used Blossoming for emergency day care for a period over a month. The manager and staff were very welcoming. Our daughter was well looked after and thoroughly enjoyed herself. We wouldn't hesitate to use the service again.”
Come and See For Yourself
Come and see where your child will blossom
A visit tells you so much more than a website ever can. Come and see the rooms, meet the team, and get a feel for how we work. Ask us anything. We would love to show you what a day at Blossoming Minds really looks like.
Not ready yet?
Things parents ask us
Common questions
Two easy options. Train from Blackheath station to Maze Hill (one stop, a few minutes), then a short walk along Woolwich Road to the nursery at 115 Woolwich Road, SE10 0RF. Or drive - the journey takes around ten minutes and free parking is available on site. Full location details here.
Book a tour here and we will be in touch to confirm a time. If you would like to bring your child along first, our free Stay and Play runs every Wednesday from 10:00am to 11:00am for children aged 3 months to 3 years - register here.
Usually because they have visited and decided the setting is worth the short journey. The purpose-built rooms, the team's experience and qualifications, the in-house chef and the genuine flexibility are not easy to find together. Book a tour and come and see for yourself.
Yes, regularly. Greenwich Park is part of the weekly rhythm here, alongside local playgrounds and the library. Blackheath families often find it reassuring that the park they already use is part of their child's day. We also have our own Energy Hub, an indoor grassed space for days when going out is not possible.
Yes. We operate 51 weeks of the year, closing only for the final week of December, Bank Holidays and 4 inset days. Summer, half terms and Easter are covered. Ad-hoc and holiday sessions are available subject to availability. See rates.
15 and 30 hours for eligible 2, 3 and 4 year olds, and the Working Parent entitlement from 9 months. Our fees page includes worked examples for the most common family situations.
Yes. Our free Stay and Play runs every Wednesday from 10:00am to 11:00am for children aged 3 months to 3 years. Parents stay throughout. Register here. For a private tour at a time that suits you, book here.
Ofsted registered, inspected, and rated Good
Blossoming Minds has been rated Good, with inspectors singling out our curriculum, our children's confidence, and the way our team gets down to their level and stays there. It is the kind of recognition that means something, because it reflects what families tell us every day.
"Children are confident to express themselves. They share their opinions and seek others out to play. Staff offer children praise and encouragement."