About LEYF – Bushy Tails Nursery & Pre-School
LEYF Bushy Tails Nursery & Pre-School is an early years setting run by the London Early Years Foundation, located within the grounds of the National Physical Laboratory Sports Club on Bushy Road in Teddington. Caring for children from toddler age through the pre-school years, it offers a nurturing, community-minded environment with long opening hours across the working week. Part of a wider social enterprise committed to quality early years education, Bushy Tails combines professional childcare with genuine warmth, making it a trusted choice for local families in TW11 and the surrounding area.
Local area
Teddington is a community where family life is woven into the fabric of the neighbourhood, with good schools, open green spaces and a high street that still rewards a morning’s stroll. Bushy Tails sits close to the boundary of Bushy Park — one of London’s finest royal parks — giving the setting a green, unhurried feel that suits early years care well. Within Richmond borough, where families put down firm roots and value local institutions they can trust, a nursery of this character fits naturally into the rhythm of everyday community life.
Why choose LEYF – Bushy Tails Nursery & Pre-School
LEYF is a respected social enterprise with a genuine commitment to quality early years education, and Bushy Tails reflects that ethos in a particularly pleasant Teddington setting. The nursery opens at 7:45 AM and closes at 6:15 PM on every weekday, giving working parents meaningful flexibility. Wheelchair-accessible facilities add practical inclusivity. With a notably high rating from local families and a reputation for caring, dedicated staff, this is a nursery that inspires real confidence — the kind of place grandparents and parents alike feel settled about leaving a small child.
Services
- Toddler care and early years education
- Pre-school provision
- Full-day childcare
- Early years development support
- Wraparound care with extended hours
Ideal for: Parents of toddlers and pre-school children, Working families requiring full-day childcare, Families living in Teddington and nearby areas, Grandparents arranging childcare for grandchildren.
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours at Bushy Tails Nursery?
The nursery is open Monday to Friday from 7:45 AM to 6:15 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Where exactly is Bushy Tails Nursery located?
It is situated within the National Physical Laboratory Sports Club on Bushy Road, Teddington, TW11 0LW.
What age groups does the nursery cater for?
Based on the available information, Bushy Tails cares for children from toddler age through the pre-school years.
Is the nursery accessible for families with pushchairs or wheelchair users?
Yes, the nursery is described as having wheelchair-accessible facilities.
How can I find out more or get in touch with Bushy Tails?
You can call the nursery on 020 8943 6300 or visit the LEYF website at leyf.org.uk/bushy-tails/ for further information.
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