About Squirrels Day Nursery

Squirrels Day Nursery is a weekday childcare setting located within the grounds of Nelson Primary School on Nelson Road in Twickenham. Serving young children and their families, it provides a structured yet nurturing environment designed to support early social and developmental milestones. Staff are noted for their attentive, responsive approach, helping children build confidence through play and everyday interaction. Open from 8 AM to 6 PM Monday to Friday, the nursery offers working parents a reliable, full-day option in a familiar school setting in the heart of TW2.

Local area

Twickenham is a community that takes its family life seriously, with strong local schools and a neighbourly character that makes it a natural home for quality early years provision. Squirrels Day Nursery sits within Nelson Primary School, placing it at the heart of an established educational campus. For families in the TW2 area, this co-location offers a reassuring sense of continuity as children grow. The nursery adds to the borough of Richmond upon Thames’s broader reputation for attentive, well-supported early childhood education.

Why choose Squirrels Day Nursery

Squirrels Day Nursery combines the reassurance of a school-site location with long weekday hours that genuinely accommodate working parents. The setting’s emphasis on social skills — sharing, listening, building confidence — reflects a thoughtful approach to early childhood rather than simply providing childcare. Parents reviewing the nursery highlight the friendliness and responsiveness of staff, suggesting a close-knit atmosphere that is easy to trust. For Twickenham families looking for consistent, caring provision within a familiar educational environment, this nursery represents a practical and warmly regarded local choice.

Services

  • Full-day nursery care
  • Early years education
  • Social and developmental activities
  • Confidence-building play sessions
  • School-site childcare provision
  • Weekday childcare for working parents

Ideal for: Parents of young children, Working families in Twickenham, Families seeking early years education, Local residents with pre-school-age children.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours at Squirrels Day Nursery?

The nursery is open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Where exactly is Squirrels Day Nursery located?

It is based at Nelson Primary School on Nelson Road, Twickenham, TW2 7BU.

How can I contact Squirrels Day Nursery?

You can call them on 020 8893 3645 or visit their website at squirrelsdaynursery.co.uk for further information.

What age group does Squirrels Day Nursery cater for?

The nursery serves young children at the early years and pre-school stage of development, as indicated by its classification as a nursery school.

Is the nursery suitable for children who will later attend Nelson Primary School?

The nursery is situated within Nelson Primary School’s site, which may offer a degree of familiarity for children and families connected to that school, though any admissions link would need to be confirmed directly with the nursery.

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