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Banana Moon Day Nursery Colchester
1 & 2 Oyster Court, St Helens Lane, Colchester CO1 1TY 
9.3 85 reviews
Banana Moon Day Nursery Colchester, Colchester, Essex
"We've had a wonderful experience with Banana Moon nursery. The learning environment has been fantastic and our son has grown so much both…"   Read all 85 reviews
  • 100 Places
Group/Owner Banana Moon Day Nurseries

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

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Little Faces Nursery School
Pontlands Park, West Hanningfield Road, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 8HR 
9.3 23 reviews
Little Faces Nursery School, Chelmsford, Essex
"The stuff are great. We love the updates on the app, they make our day. Our child is always very happy there. It's a beautiful set up in a…"   Read all 23 reviews
  • 62 Places
Group/Owner Storal

Little Faces opened at Pontlands Park in January 2013 and is located in the beautiful grounds of Pontlands Park, with views of fields surrounding the setting. • All Year Round places - (51 weeks ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Chestnut House Kindergarten
45 Mill Road, Myland, Colchester CO4 5LE 
9.3 9 reviews
Chestnut House Kindergarten, Colchester, Essex
"We have a really positive experience with this nursery. The staff are warm, attentive, and clearly care about the children's development…"   Read all 9 reviews
  • 72 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

Chestnut House Kindergarten is a Good Ofsted-rated setting (February 2020), providing high-quality care and early education for children aged six months to five years in a safe, secure and welcoming ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Queens Nursery & Pre School
170-174 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5BD 
9.2 83 reviews
Queens Nursery & Pre School, Buckhurst Hill, Essex
"My daughter started at Queens nursery in butterflies room and is now in the pre school. I have only fabulous things to say about all of the…"   Read all 83 reviews
  • 55 Places
Group/Owner Children First

Queens Nursery and Pre School is an Ofsted Outstanding (February 2025) nursery in the heart of the Buckhurst Hill community. It is located on Queen's Road, just a five-minute walk from the Central ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Small Friends Day Nursery
15 Rectory Grove, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2HA 
9.1 65 reviews
Small Friends Day Nursery, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex
"We couldn't be happier with our experience at this nursery. Our eldest child attended and is now thriving in primary school, and our…"   Read all 65 reviews
  • 60 Places
Group/Owner The Old Station Nursery

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Harlow
Kiln Lane, Church Langley, Harlow CM17 9LW 
9.1 131 reviews
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Harlow, Harlow, Essex
"Amazing staff Caring and understanding. Our son seems to be busy all the time when he's there: playing and learning new…"   Read all 131 reviews
  • 100 Places
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Harlow is a welcoming and well-established setting rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (September 2023). Located in Church Langley, next to Henry Moore Primary School, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester
Hythe Quay, Colchester CO2 8JB 
9.1 106 reviews
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Colchester, Colchester, Essex
"My son loves nursery, he is happy and I can tell the staff really care about him and the other children. They always have great activities…"   Read all 106 reviews
  • 122 Places
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Colchester offers exceptional Early Years care, fostering a warm and nurturing environment for children’s growth. With a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating (July 2024), the ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Step Start Chelmsford
Station House, 27 Railway Street, Chelmsford CM1 1QS 
9.1 6 reviews
Step Start Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Essex
"My daughter started early this year and really is enjoying it, settled very quickly and all the staff are so lovely and friendly. I'm…"   Read all 6 reviews
  • 59 Places
Group/Owner Step Start Nurseries

Step Start Chelmsford opened in October 2024 and has been purpose built to offer the very best childcare and early years education in the heart of the city of Chelmsford. The nursery is located right ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Twizzle Tops Day Nursery Basildon
Green Ctr, Wat Tyler Country Park, Pitsea Hall Lane, Pitsea, Basildon SS16 4UH 
9.1 67 reviews
Twizzle Tops Day Nursery Basildon, Basildon, Essex
"My daughter has been attending Twizzle Tops for 2 years now and loves it. She is always happy going into nursery and comes out beaming at…"   Read all 67 reviews
  • 71 Places
Group/Owner Twizzle Tops Day Nurseries

Twizzle Tops Day Nursery offer you a warm welcome, they know how hard it is to make the choices as a parent, that’s why as soon as you walk into their setting, you feel straight at home. Twizzle ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
N Family Club - Buckhurst Hill
Victoria House, Victoria Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5EX 
9.0 8 reviews
N Family Club - Buckhurst Hill, Buckhurst Hill, Essex
"Very happy with the nursery. My daughter started here a couple of months ago and after a short period of settling in she now seems to…"   Read all 8 reviews
  • 110 Places
Group/Owner N Family Club

Located in the centre of Buckhurst Hill, the nursery can be found on Victoria Road, just a short walk from Buckhurst Hill underground station and close to Queen’s Road. The setting offers seven ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Busy Bees Great Notley, Braintree
Notley Green, Great Notley Garden Village, Braintree CM77 7US 
10 68 reviews
Busy Bees Great Notley, Braintree, Braintree, Essex
"We love Busy Bees Great Notley! Our now 8 year old went from 9 months and our 3 year old started at 10 months old and is soon to be in the…"   Read all 68 reviews
  • 100 Places
Group/Owner Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd

Busy Bees Great Notley, Braintree children are able to learn and develop many skills in a safe, secure and hygienic environment, fully equipped to pursue recognised pre-school goals and adhering to ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Burstead Bears Day Nursery Billericay
Guildprime Business Centre, Southend Road, Billericay CM11 2PZ 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
10 165 reviews
Burstead Bears Day Nursery Billericay, Billericay, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"My youngest currently attends Burstead Bears after my eldest attended from 8 months old-4 years they both love(d) the nursery here and all…"   Read all 165 reviews
  • 37 Places

Burstead Bears is an award-winning day nursery, having attained the 'Gold Award for Healthy Eating' and '5 Star Award of Excellence for Hygiene'. The children benefit from the nursery’s most ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Purple Lion Day Nurseries (Benfleet)
182 High Road, Benfleet SS7 5LD 
10 35 reviews
Purple Lion Day Nurseries (Benfleet), Benfleet, Essex
"I went to the toddlers Christmas party and had a lovely time. Father Christmas visited with gifts for all the children. (oh their little…"   Read all 35 reviews
  • 36 Places
Group/Owner Purple Lion Day Nurseries

Purple Lion Day Nurseries Benfleet offers high quality childcare to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Their passionate and dedicated team support and inspire your children through their learning ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Creative Kids Nursery Brentwood
1 Mount Avenue, Shenfield, Brentwood CM13 2NS 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
10 46 reviews
Creative Kids Nursery Brentwood, Brentwood, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"Fantastic Nursery! Our son settled in very quickly and has made plenty of friends. All the staff are extremely kind and friendly. From…"   Read all 46 reviews
  • 115 Places
Group/Owner Creative Kids Nursery Ltd

Creative Kids Nursery Brentwood provides childcare for children aged three months to just under five years old. The nursery is in a residential area, opposite Shenfield Station and close to bus ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Footprints Day Nursery
Elim Christian Centre, Hall Street, Chelmsford CM2 0HG 
10 51 reviews
Footprints Day Nursery, Chelmsford, Essex
"My 7 month old has been going to Footprints for two months now and he absolutely loves it! Every time we step foot in his room he's smiling…"   Read all 51 reviews
  • 65 Places
Group/Owner Elim Foursquare Gospel Alliance

Footprints Day Nursery and Out of School Provision care about every step a child makes. The team pride themselves on the individual care and support that they give to all children and families, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kindred Waltham Abbey Nursery and Pre-School
50 Brookland Drive, Waltham Abbey EN9 3FA 
10 22 reviews
Kindred Waltham Abbey Nursery and Pre-School, Waltham Abbey, Essex
"The staff are very friendly and seem professional in the way the care for the children. My daughter is very happy at nursery and has learnt…"   Read all 22 reviews
  • 50 Places
Group/Owner Kindred Nurseries

At Kindred Waltham Abbey, a longstanding and experienced team brings strong local knowledge, helping families feel connected by sharing recommendations for nearby places and community events. The ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School
11 Perry Road, Harlow CM18 7NS 
9.9 221 reviews
Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School, Harlow, Essex
"We're very happy with our son's preschool. The staff are kind and supportive, creating a warm and engaging environment. A special mention…"   Read all 221 reviews
  • 124 Places

Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Preschool provides childcare and education for children from three months to five years of age. With a team of highly qualified and experienced staff, the ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kindred Rayleigh Nursery and Pre-school
40 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh SS6 7JQ 
9.9 32 reviews
Kindred Rayleigh Nursery and Pre-school, Rayleigh, Essex
"When I attended an open day I really liked the nursery setting, its offering, development opportunities etc. Our toddler started in…"   Read all 32 reviews
  • 64 Places
Group/Owner Kindred Nurseries

Kindred Rayleigh's wonderful nursery, situated in the heart of Rayleigh, is a warm and welcoming environment where the staff are passionate about encouraging imagination, creativity and curiosity, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Bright Horizons Teddies Loughton Day Nursery and Preschool
Willingdale Road, Loughton IG10 2BQ 
8.9 64 reviews
Bright Horizons Teddies Loughton Day Nursery and Preschool, Loughton, Essex
"Since the day my little boy started at nursery, we have had nothing but a positive experience. The staff are amazing and caring. They…"   Read all 64 reviews
  • 56 Places
Group/Owner Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

A HOME-FROM-HOME NURSERY IN LOUGHTON The beautiful Loughton day nursery provides outstanding quality care to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Nestled on the scenic edge of Loughton, the ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Wivenhoe
The Pavillion, King George V Playing field, Wivenhoe, Colchester CO7 9AB 
9.9 61 reviews
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex
"My partner and I are so pleased with the care our daughter receives at this nursery. She truly enjoys her time there and especially loves…"   Read all 61 reviews
  • 26 Places
Group/Owner Munchkins Nurseries

Located in King George V playing field, Munchkins Nursery, Wivenhoe has an Ofsted rating of the highest grade, 'Outstanding!' (November 2023) Wivenhoe setting is nestled in the heart of the park, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Step Start Heybridge
Bentalls Complex, Colchester road, Maldon CM9 4NW 
8.9 25 reviews
Step Start Heybridge, Maldon, Essex
"Stepstart have been amazing with my little girl. They are caring, supportive of her needs and she has found a new best friend in her key…"   Read all 25 reviews
  • 78 Places
Group/Owner Step Start Nurseries

Step Start Heybridge, opened in November 2021, has been purposely refurbished to offer the very best childcare and early years education. The nursery features a well maintained outside area, which ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Crocus Early Years Centre
Saffron Walden County High School, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4UH 
8.9 92 reviews
Bright Horizons Saffron Walden Crocus Early Years Centre, Saffron Walden, Essex
"Lovely nursery, all the staff are really friendly, supportive and caring My son settled in well and really enjoys his days here and all…"   Read all 92 reviews
  • 85 Places
Group/Owner Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

A WELCOMING AND RURAL NURSERY IN SAFFRON WALDEN. The bright, inspiring nursery in Saffron Walden provides exceptional care and education to children from 3 months to 5 years. They focus on ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool
White's Farm, Bures Road, White Colne, Colchester CO6 2QF 
8.9 18 reviews
Pippins Day Nursery and Preschool, Colchester, Essex
"Pippins is such a special place and the staff are brilliant. The setting on the farm is amazing, especially Forest School and the woods and…"   Read all 18 reviews
  • 60 Places
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Pippins Montessori Day Nursery and Forest School is set on a working farm in White Colne, providing a truly unique countryside setting for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, Braintree CM7 3QZ 
9.9 121 reviews
Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill, Braintree, Essex
"This nursery is amazing. My 2 year old attends and my 9 month old has just joined too. Any worries I had were quickly resolved. They're…"   Read all 121 reviews
  • 65 Places
Group/Owner Spring by Action for Children

Spring Nursery: A springboard for healthy first steps. Where you can leave your child safe in the knowledge that they are going to have fun being equipped with the practical skills they will need as ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kindred Billericay Nursery and Pre-School
Buttsbury Infant School, Perry Street, Billericay CM12 0NX 
9.9 78 reviews
Kindred Billericay Nursery and Pre-School, Billericay, Essex
"We couldn't be happier with this nursery and the care they provide. Both of our children have attended, and it has been such a positive…"   Read all 78 reviews
  • 44 Places
Group/Owner Kindred Nurseries

Kindred Billericay's nursery team is passionate about sparking children’s imagination, creativity and curiosity. That is why here at Kindred Billericay they have adopted a natural approach. The ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Bright Horizons Chelmsford Day Nursery and Preschool
51 Centenary Way, Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6AU 
8.9 50 reviews
Bright Horizons Chelmsford Day Nursery and Preschool, Chelmsford, Essex
"INCREDIBLE nursery. My son has started in the baby room and is now in preschool due to graduate this year. He loves coming and always has…"   Read all 50 reviews
  • 80 Places
Group/Owner Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

Bright Horizons Chelmsford Day Nursery and Preschool is a beautiful purpose-built setting for children aged 3 months to 5 years. There are five individual rooms, each tailored to the children’s ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery
Christ Church, Wesley Hall, 15 Stoneham Street, Coggeshall, Colchester CO6 1TT 
9.9 63 reviews
Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery, Colchester, Essex
"I could not rate this nursery higher. I am a parent of multiple children and have experienced various childcare providers and can honestly…"   Read all 63 reviews
  • 38 Places

Absolute Angels nursery was established in Coggeshall in 1999 and provides outstanding Montessori pre-school education for nursery-aged children. The nursery is excited to be welcoming babies to ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Bright Horizons Chigwell Day Nursery and Preschool
Roding Lane, Chigwell, Buckhurst Hill IG9 6BJ 
8.8 62 reviews
Bright Horizons Chigwell Day Nursery and Preschool, Buckhurst Hill, Essex
"The staff at Bright Horizons Chigwell have been absolutely superb in helping my son settle in to the nursery after moving from a previous…"   Read all 62 reviews
  • 118 Places
Group/Owner Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

A large and bright nursery in Chigwell Situated in one of their client settings, Bright Horizons has partnered with the popular David Lloyd Leisure Club. Chigwell nursery welcomes all families in ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Bright Horizons Epping Day Nursery and Preschool
St Margarets Hospital, The Plain, Epping CM16 6TN 
8.8 34 reviews
Bright Horizons Epping Day Nursery and Preschool, Epping, Essex
"My son started at Bright Horizons nursery when he was 12months old, and he has recently moved on to Reception. I honestly couldn't…"   Read all 34 reviews
  • 92 Places
Group/Owner Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

A friendly and nurturing nursing in Epping, St Margaret’s Hospital Situated in a client setting, Bright Horizons has collaborated with St.Margaret’s Hospital, but welcome all families in the area ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Blooming Futures Daycare
Silver Street, Braintree CM7 4BP 
9.8 23 reviews
Blooming Futures Daycare, Braintree, Essex
"My Grandchildren are very happy at the nursery. They love all their teachers and the staff are kind and very caring with the children. They…"   Read all 23 reviews
  • 26 Places

Blooming Futures Daycare offers a nurturing, play-rich environment rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach, where children are seen as capable, curious, and full of potential. With thoughtfully designed ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care