“After visiting quite a few nurseries across Greenwich, we felt genuinely relieved when we found Blossoming Minds. The staff really understood how to make the settling-in period work, taking time to build our child's confidence at their own pace rather than rushing things. What's struck us most is how much they communicate with us about the day - we always know what our little one has been doing and how they're getting on. The outdoor learning is brilliant too, and they seem so much more engaged and curious since starting. It's clear the team genuinely care about each child's development, and that's made all the difference for our family.”
115 Woolwich Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 0RF
Nursery near Lewisham
Blossoming Minds Daycare is on Woolwich Road in Greenwich, easily accessible from Greenwich town centre and a short journey from Lewisham, Charlton and Blackheath. We welcome children aged 3 months to 5 years from across Greenwich and surrounding areas.
Why families choose us
Our approach
Many families in Lewisham and Hither Green make the short drive to Blossoming Minds because what they find here is hard to match locally. We are open 51 weeks of the year, which means no scramble for holiday cover when school nurseries close. Our Woolwich Road setting offers a calm, spacious environment where children aged 0 to 5 genuinely thrive, and our team includes native speakers of Spanish, Mandarin, Portuguese and Yoruba, reflecting the richly diverse families we welcome every day.
In practice
The journey from Lewisham takes around 15 minutes by car via the A2 through Greenwich, or via the A20 through Kidbrooke. Parking is straightforward on the surrounding roads, and many of our Lewisham families tell us the morning routine quickly becomes second nature. The DLR runs from Lewisham to Cutty Sark and Greenwich stations, from where some parents connect onward by bus, though most families find the car the most practical option for a nursery run.
For families in Lewisham
Choosing a nursery is one of the most important decisions a parent makes, and we think the quality of care, the consistency of our team and the breadth of what we offer justifies the extra few minutes on the road. We offer a mix of full-day, part-day and flexible sessions, with government funding accepted from the term after your child turns two. We would love for you to come and see Blossoming Minds for yourself.
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
Good
Funding
15 & 30 hours accepted
Getting here
Blossoming Minds is at 115 Woolwich Road, Greenwich, SE10 0RF, a straightforward 15 minute drive from Lewisham via the A2. Parking is available on the roads near the nursery, so there is no need to circle for a space at drop-off. If you would rather leave the car at home, the DLR runs from Lewisham to Cutty Sark or Greenwich, with a short bus connection on to Woolwich Road from either stop.
We also serve families from
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.
“A diverse team that genuinely cares for the kids. My daughter started at 11 months, now 21 months and all you have to do to make her smile is talk about the staff and her friends from nursery. It was a real find for us!! Out little lady waits outside patiently until the door opens and runs in all excited every day. She is well fed and sleeps better there than at home! Great space on the inside (don't let the outside deceive you), air conditioned in Summer, adapted rooms for each age group, but with occasional joint activities. Daily trips to a park weather permitting. You can leave your foldable buggy. Accessible from Westcombe Park Station, a good choice of bus routes, too.”
“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.”
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
The nursery is on Woolwich Road in Charlton, roughly 15 minutes by car from Lewisham town centre. The most straightforward route is via the A2 through Greenwich. Parking is available on the roads near the nursery.
Yes, and we encourage it. A visit is the best way to get a feel for the setting, meet the team and ask any questions. You can book a tour directly on our website and we will find a time that suits you.
Yes. We are open 51 weeks of the year, closing only for the Christmas period. This is one of the main reasons families from Lewisham and further afield choose us over school-attached nurseries that close during half-term and summer.
Yes. We accept 15- and 30-hour government-funded places from the term after your child turns two, and 15 funded hours from the term after they turn three. We can talk you through how funding works and how to stretch it further with our flexible session options.
The DLR from Lewisham runs to Cutty Sark and Greenwich stations, from where you can take a short bus connection to Woolwich Road. Most families from Lewisham find the car more practical for a nursery run, but the public transport option is there if you need it.
We care for children from three months up to five years. Whether you need full-time care for a baby or a few sessions a week for a toddler, we can put together a plan that works for your family.
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."