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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include meeting rooms, playroom, and a day nursery.

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  • The venue offers a range of drop-in stay and play sessions as well as training and support for parents.
  • Please see the venue website for details of the programme.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Abbey Wood.

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Opening Times (Children's Centre)

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Opening Times (Nursery)

• Monday 07:30 - 18:15.
• Tuesday 07:30 - 18:15.
• Wednesday 07:30 - 18:15.
• Thursday 07:30 - 18:15.
• Friday 07:30 - 18:15.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Parking is not permitted immediately outside the venue.
    
  • There is unrestricted on-street parking further along the road and on the opposite side of the road outside the venue.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance Gate)

• This information is for the entrance located on Southwood Road.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).

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• Comments View
  • There is a slight ridge in the pavement, about 50cm in front of the gate.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 81cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading to door threshold.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • There is an exit button located at a height of 136cm.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the children's centre entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • There is a sofa and a table with chairs in the waiting area.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Outside Access (Reception to Patio/Garden)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left of reception.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) by sliding.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at the door threshold.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 8cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Accessible Toilet (Children's Centre Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the children's centre entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the corridor to the left of the reception.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 220cm (4ft 9in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 103cm (3ft 5in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Children's Toilets Creche)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located off the playroom.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the Creche.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Within the Nursery)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located within the nursery area.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the reception.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the shared toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the Nursery shared standard toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • The toilets located in this area are lowered smaller scale versions designed predominantly for child use.

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Accessible Shower (Within "Sharks" Classroom)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the Sharks classroom.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head.
• Other facilities available include; a standard toilet that is 32cm high.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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"Streams" Midwife consultation room

• There is consultation room to the left of reception
• The access door is 77cm wide
• The room has chairs with and without arms
• There is insufficient room for wheelchair access.

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Outside Access (Access to garden from "Puddles" Creche)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the creche.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) by sliding.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located at the door threshold.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.

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Outside Access (Access to Walkway direct to "Waterlilies")

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left of main entrance.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm.

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Outside Access (Waterlilies for 2 year olds)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left of the main building.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Waterlilies for 2 year olds

• Waterlilies is a separate building designed for the use of 2-3 year olds.
  
• There is a baby change unit that is 95cm high.
  
• There are books and toys and child appropriately sized seating.

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Exterior Play areas

• There is an exterior play area accessed via gates that open inwards
• Various play equipment is available and the appropriate areas have safety matting.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Home visits / services are not available.