Nurseries in Essex

Purple Lion Day Nurseries is located in the Buckhurst Hill. Children can start at the age of 3 months and stay until the age of 5. A team of trained staff have a stimulating and fun setting offering... Read more

Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023), provides reliable and flexible childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The team of Early Years practitioners... Read more

Queens Baby Nursery has been operating for many years and is part of a small group of nurseries in the heart of Buckhurst Hill high street. Queens Baby Nursery specialises in care and support between... Read more

Wivenhoe Park Day Nursery is a purpose-built nursery offering stimulating and vibrant childcare to university staff, students and the public. Open all year round, the nursery provides educational childcare... Read more

Just Imagine Maldon Day Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (September 2025), is a warm and welcoming nursery offering a homely environment for children. Catering for children aged 18 months to 5 years,... Read more

£112 / daywithout government funding, based on 3 days for a child aged 9 months to 2 years

• Accepts government funding
• Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Banana Moon Day Nursery Billericay offers care for children aged from three months to five years in a purpose-built setting which ensures the needs of children can be fully met. Staff always take the... Read more

Just Imagine Wickford – London Road Day Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (October 2022), is a welcoming and inclusive setting providing care for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. The nursery is... Read more

Explorers Aveley offers a warm and welcoming environment where children are giving every opportunity to develop both holistically and academically. Children benefit from a varied range of early learning... Read more

Located within the grounds of Braiswick Primary School, Sunhill Colchester offers a safe, secure and happy environment for children, enabling them to develop at their own pace, whilst having fun, making... Read more

Rated 'excellent' by the Independent School Inspectorate (Oct 2021), St Margaret’s Prep School & Nursery welcomes children from the age of two to attend the nursery, which is at the heart of the school... Read more

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Loughton is proudly located in the heart of Loughton and is just a seven minute walk from Loughton tube station. This makes the nursery well located for serving families in the... Read more

• Accepts government funding
• Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

The Day Nursery, in Wickford, offers extensive grounds and spacious rooms that are tailored to the different stages of a child's development. The owners are keen to embrace new technology in order to... Read more

Kiddi Caru Chelmsford is rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023) and provides high-quality Early Years care in a vibrant, city-centre setting. Located just five minutes from the train station, they offer... Read more

At Barleylands Farm Day Nursery & Pre-school, children from 6 weeks to 5 years old are immersed in a world of nature and learning. With supervised daily visits to the animals at Barleylands Farm, children... Read more

Toad Hall, Rayleigh, is Outstanding in all areas, as rated by Ofsted (March 2020). This purpose-built nursery is set within the scenic grounds of Wyburn Primary School and offers high-quality childcare... Read more

Kiddi Caru Writtle, Chelmsford, is proudly rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (January 2022) and offers a nurturing environment that encourages learning through play. They follow the EYFS curriculum, enhanced by... Read more

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery, Billericay, is a Grade-II listed building with an interior purposely converted to suit professional childcare, offering fully-equipped day rooms and outdoor play for babies... Read more

• Accepts government funding
• Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

kinderzimmer Chelmsford Nursery is a wonderful setting located in a peaceful residential area not far from Chelmsford train station. The nursery has been thoughtfully designed to offer children a home... Read more

Just Imagine Vange Day Nursery, rated Outstanding by Ofsted (August 2025), offers a homely nursery setting for children and families. The team work hard to establish and maintain strong partnerships with... Read more

Play 2 Learn Day Nursery Grays offers a happy, nurturing and inspiring environment where children feel confident, secure and excited to learn! Welcoming children aged 6 months to 5 years, the nursery... Read more

Conveniently located in Leigh-on-Sea, Small Friends Day Nursery provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere designed to support your child’s growth, learning, and play. The nursery offers exceptional care,... Read more

• Accepts government funding
• Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

First Day Nursery Hillside in Southminster became part of the First Day Nursery group in April 2023. In June 2025, the nursery proudly achieved full Curiosity Approach Accreditation, reflecting its commitment... Read more

£98 / daywithout government funding, based on 3 days for a child aged 9 months to 2 years

• Accepts government funding
• Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Banana Moon day nursery offers care for children aged from three months to five years in a purpose-built setting which ensures the needs of children can be fully met. Staff always take the needs and... Read more

£71 / daywithout government funding, based on 3 days for a child aged 9 months to 2 years

• Accepts government funding
• Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Run from a converted house in the middle of Holland on Sea and a stone's throw from the beach, Little Holland Nursery has established itself as a leader in top-quality childcare. The nursery accepts... Read more

£76 / daywithout government funding, based on 3 days for a child aged 9 months to 2 years

• Accepts government funding
• Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Centre Place Nursery in Southend-on-Sea offers flexible, affordable childcare for children aged between 0-5 years. The friendly, dedicated and highly qualified team organises the day to enable children... Read more

Welcome to Willow Tree Day Nursery, a natural and welcoming nursery designed to promote the development of children through a bespoke curriculum and outdoor area. The nursery provides a secure and... Read more

Step Start Fyfield has been purpose-built to deliver the best in education and care to all of children in their care. Core values include education, care and exploration. The team at Step Start is... Read more

Brimpton House Day Nursery, rated Outstanding by Ofsted (February 2020), is located on Kelvedon High Street, near to local shops and houses, ideal for parents who commute into London, Chelmsford and Colchester.... Read more

Forest Barn Nursery School is located inside a beautifully converted barn on the outskirts of Brentwood, Essex. The nursery provides high-quality care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. At... Read more

Pelican Place Nursery, Ofsted-rated Outstanding (August 2024), is located in Witham and provides high-quality, reliable day care for children aged from 6 months to 5 years. The nursery is supported... Read more