Abacus Nursery School Palace Road

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3 Palace Road, London, SW2 3DY

Hours
Monday - Friday
8am - 6pm

Phone
0208 671 0602

 

Where to find us

    • Tulse Hill Railway Station (Thameslink / Southern): A 7 to 9-minute walk (approx. 600 metres) along Palace Road / Norwood Road, offering direct Thameslink routes into London Bridge, Blackfriars, Farringdon, and St Pancras International, as well as Southern rail services to London Victoria.

    • Streatham Hill Railway Station (Southern / National Rail): An 8 to 10-minute walk (approx. 700 metres) via Christchurch Road, providing frequent connections to Clapham Junction and Victoria.

    • Brixton Underground Station (Victoria Line): Accessible via a rapid 8 to 10-minute bus journey straight up Brixton Hill / A23.

  • Palace Road / Christchurch Road Stops (Stops BJ, BH) (1 to 2-minute walk):

    • P13: Direct neighbourhood link connecting Streatham, Tulse Hill, West Dulwich, Peckham, and New Cross.

    • 201: Connecting Morden, Mitcham, Streatham, Tulse Hill, and Herne Hill.

    • 417: Connecting Crystal Palace, Streatham Hill, and Clapham Common.

    Streatham Hill / Christchurch Road Junction (A23 / A205) (3 to 4-minute walk):

    • Serviced by major arterial routes: 59, 109, 133, 159, 250, 333, and night buses N109, N137.

    • Access: Conveniently located just off the A205 (South Circular / Christchurch Road) and A23 (Streatham Hill), turning directly onto Palace Road. Palace Road provides a wide, leafy residential setting for calm morning drop-offs and afternoon collections.

    • Parking Restrictions (Lambeth CPZ): Located within the local Controlled Parking Zone. Short-stay PayByPhone / RingGo parking bays and unrestricted time windows along Palace Road and adjacent residential side streets (such as Coburg Crescent and Daysbrook Road) provide hassle-free parking during nursery drop-off and pick-up hours.

    • Hillside Gardens Park (3 to 5-minute walk): Situated right near Palace Road, featuring tennis courts, multi-sports pitches, open green lawns, and a dedicated toddlers' and children's play area.

    • Brockwell Park & Lido (10 to 12-minute walk north): Over 84 acres of historic parkland featuring a large children’s playground, paddling pool/splash pad, BMX track, miniature railway, and wide open meadows for Forest School activities.

    • Belair Park: Located a short distance to the east towards West Dulwich, offering peaceful lakeside walks and green open space.

    • Streatham Wells Primary School (located right on Palace Road).

    • Christ Church Streatham Hill (historic Grade II listed landmark on Christchurch Road).

    • A205 South Circular Interchange & Streatham Hill shopping parade.

    • Renowned neighbouring schools, including Streatham Wells Primary School, Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Dunraven School, and Fenstanton Primary School.

  • “We couldn’t be happier with Palace Road Abacus. The staff are amazing and it’s clear that they care deeply about each and every child. My 3 year old trundles in every day in the morning without looking back and always has lots of fun things to report on when he comes home. What with yoga, mediation, Spanish lessons, tennis, skooter lessons, craft activities, outdoor play, and trips out, the children definitely are getting a great range of experiences. The management are extremely responsive whenever you have any queries, always getting back to you even if out or hours. I have recommended abacus to other friends with young children and will continue to do so :)”

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    Genevieve Hall, 2026

  • “Sending my child to Abacus Nursery School on Palace Road was one of the best decisions I have ever made. My child is genuinely happy and excited to go to nursery every day, which says everything. All of the staff are incredibly friendly and take the time to warmly greet both children and parents every morning. They are always happy to answer questions and provide thoughtful updates about my child’s day. The communication is fantastic. Parents are kept informed with photos and daily schedules, which is so reassuring. The care and dedication shown by the key workers and the entire team truly go above and beyond. A huge shout out to the amazing staff at Abacus Nursery. You are absolute superheroes!”

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    Ashleigh Manthey, 2026

  • “Abacus Palace Road is a really special place. Our son has been attending for 3.5 days a week since he was 11 months old and is so happy. He talks about his key worker Janice, as well as Lisandra and Karen all the time. They help him to make good choices and to become independent confidently. They are also currently supporting his potty training with such patience! Thank you for setting Wren up for the best start in life, we know he is so loved and well cared for with you all.”

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    Rebecca England, 2023

Our Story

Set in a welcoming, characterful property on the leafy borders of SW2, our Palace Road setting offers an intimate ‘home from home’ for children aged 9 months to 5 years.

With our deeply experienced early years educators, a rich, play-based curriculum, and a steadfast commitment to your child's wellbeing, we provide the perfect environment for little ones to confidently take their first steps into the world of learning.

About Abacus

For years, the Abacus family of nurseries has been a trusted cornerstone for London parents. At our Palace Road nursery, we believe that a nursery shouldn't feel like an institution; it should feel like a warm, natural extension of your own home.

Our greatest pride is the remarkable stability and warmth of our dedicated team. Many of our practitioners have been with the Abacus family for years, providing a rare sense of continuity. We provide a calm, deeply nurturing atmosphere where your child feels secure, loved, and understood—allowing their natural confidence to flourish.

We are dedicated to equipping children with the tools they need for life beyond nursery, empowering them to become confident critical thinkers and intuitive problem solvers.

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