Nurseries in Essex

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436 Essex Nurseries
6,673 Reviews
Blooming Futures Daycare

Silver Street, Braintree CM7 4BP 

9.9 16 reviews
"My child went to Blooming Futures from 12- 24 months. She loved Park, Louise and staff and was very happy throughout her time. I loved…"   Read all 16 reviews

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 spaces and a child-led curriculum which inspires exploration,… Read more about Blooming Futures Daycare

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 26 Places
Bright Horizons Epping Day Nursery and Preschool

St Margarets Hospital, The Plain, Epping CM16 6TN 

8.9 34 reviews
"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

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 to the nursery. There is plenty of space for children… Read more about Bright Horizons Epping Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 92 Places
Second Steps Day Nursery

Harrison House, Durham Road, Basildon SS15 6PH 

9.9 15 reviews
"The staff are welcoming, proffessional, caring, friendly and understanding. They are involved with the children's play as well. The…"   Read all 15 reviews

Second Steps Day Nursery is located on Durham Road, Basildon. Children take part in a range of activities, both staff and child-led, that support them to develop their skills and become confident, independent and enthusiastic learners. Each child… Read more about Second Steps Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 51 Places
Step Start Heybridge

Bentalls Complex, Colchester road, Maldon CM9 4NW 

8.9 25 reviews
"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

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 includes a trim trail, play train and separate baby… Read more about Step Start Heybridge

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 78 Places
Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, Braintree CM7 3QZ 

9.9 116 reviews
"I am truly grateful for the exceptional care my son received. The staff showed such kindness and compassion throughout his time there. It…"   Read all 116 reviews

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 they grow up. Staff build on what you do by encouraging… Read more about Spring Nursery Carousel Chapel Hill

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 65 Places
Step Start Fyfield

Unit 10, Fyfield Business & Research Park, Fyfield Road, Chipping Ongar CM5 0GN 

8.9 5 reviews
"My little one has been going to Step Start Fyfield since it opened and I have nothing but positive words to say about it! Everything gets a…"   Read all 5 reviews

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 committed to promoting the development of each child,… Read more about Step Start Fyfield

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 69 Places
Chrysalis Day Nursery & Pre-school

3 Church Hill, Loughton IG10 1QP 

9.9 42 reviews
"My daughter attended Chrysalis Day Nursery since her 1st birthday and she has thoroughly enjoyed everyday. She has made loads of friends…"   Read all 42 reviews

Chrysalis Day Nursery & Pre-School has created exciting areas both inside and outdoors for children to play and learn in. Inside there are bright and stimulating rooms which provide opportunities for children to develop their own individual personality. There… Read more about Chrysalis Day Nursery & Pre-school

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 100 Places
Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

Armistice Avenue, Springfield, Beaulieu, Chelmsford CM1 6DT 

9.8 55 reviews
"We're been really happy with Jesters Beaulieu and how much our 2 year old has come along there. He is so confident and his speech and even…"   Read all 55 reviews
Group/Owner Jesters

Jesters Childcare has a fantastic purpose-built nursery on the outskirts of the city of Chelmsford nestled right next to the Beaulieu Park School, the first 'Through School' in Essex! The nursery has three large bright and airy rooms dedicated to… Read more about Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 73 Places
Kindred Westcliff Nursery and Pre-school

303 Southbourne Grove, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0AL 

9.8 18 reviews
"Happy to say that I have had a positive experience, they've always given us extra information regarding little ones when it matters, they…"   Read all 18 reviews

Set in the bustling town of Westcliff, Kindred Westcliff provides day care for children from 6 months to 5 years, between 7.30am and 6pm. The team personally understand what it is to be a parent during this magical time and they create meaningful… Read more about Kindred Westcliff Nursery and Pre-school

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 60 Places
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Fields

Unit 4, Sharpe House, Hemmells, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6UJ 

9.8 33 reviews
"Our son, 2yrs 5mths, Loves going to nursery. It is such a hard decision to make whether to stay at home or go back to work when the time…"   Read all 33 reviews

Located on the Hemmells Estate in Laindon, the Dunton Fields setting offers a convenient location for busy parents. It is also the only one of the 3 nurseries in Laindon that provides half-day sessions! Munchkins Nursery group was voted 'Best Nursery… Read more about Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Fields

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 46 Places
Spring Nursery Harlequin

Harlequin Children's Centre, Spa Road, Witham CM8 1NA 

9.8 32 reviews
"I couldn't be more grateful to all the staff at Harlequins for the care they give to my son. He has thrived since joining and we are so…"   Read all 32 reviews

Spring Nursery Harlequin is a high-quality childcare facility providing early years learning and education in Essex for children from 3 months to 8 years old in bespoke rooms and areas of the setting. They are open between the hours of 8am and 6pm… Read more about Spring Nursery Harlequin

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 37 Places
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Somerset Rd

30 Somerset Road, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6PE 

9.8 47 reviews
"The team at Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School are full of warmth, and provide great care and build confidence in all their little munchkins.…"   Read all 47 reviews

Munchkins Laindon offers top quality childcare in a setting just 800m from Laindon station, and a 3 minute drive to access the A127, where every child matters and is treated as an individual in a safe and secure environment. The beautiful, award-winning… Read more about Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Somerset Rd

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 30 Places
Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

Horseshoe Farm, Main Road, Bicknacre, Chelmsford CM3 4EX 

9.8 66 reviews
"My little girl has been at Jesters since April and absolutely loves it! She settled so quickly and everyone has made the transition to…"   Read all 66 reviews
Group/Owner Jesters

Jesters' beautiful, purpose-built, cedar wood Nursery and dedicated Baby Cottage specialise in nurturing under 3s with babies and children spending their formative years focusing on care, wellbeing and learning through play. The semi-rural, intimate… Read more about Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 30 Places
Dolly and Bear Day Nursery

7 Carnarvon Road, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6LR 

9.7 38 reviews
"My little girl has been coming to Dolly and Bear since she was 9 months old last November, she is now 16 months and is thriving! Her…"   Read all 38 reviews

Dolly and Bear Day Nursery, Southend-on-Sea offers full time childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Children can have fun and develop their skills with the support of a team of early years practitioners. Children can learn and play in… Read more about Dolly and Bear Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 62 Places
Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool

1B Whitmore Drive, Colchester CO4 6BT 

8.7 5 reviews
"I had nothing but positive experiences and interactions from the Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool team since my…"   Read all 5 reviews

Across the age-focused rooms, the nursery offers an exceptional start to children's educational journey through the enriching and wellbeing-focused Bright Beginnings Curriculum. This holistic yet personal approach supports each child's development. While… Read more about Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 108 Places
Childsplay Day Nursery

Clarendon Way, Colchester CO1 1XF 

9.7 75 reviews
"Really happy with the support from the nursery. The staff have been great with my little one and she loves coming to nursery.…"   Read all 75 reviews

Childsplay Day Nursery, recently rated a Good Provider by Ofsted with Outstanding Aspects in October 2023 provides children with a secure and stimulating learning environment for children up to the age of five years, where they can flourish and reach… Read more about Childsplay Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 114 Places
Chestnut House Kindergarten

45 Mill Road, Myland, Colchester CO4 5LE 

8.7 4 reviews
"I'm very happy with the care and attention given to my child. She loves going to nursery, feels happy and safe, and has become more…"   Read all 4 reviews

Chestnut House Kindergarten, rated Good by Ofsted (February 2020), provides care for children aged six months to five-years-old, offering children early years education in a safe and secure environment. Staff at the nursery place strong emphasis… Read more about Chestnut House Kindergarten

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 72 Places
Sparkling Angels Day Nursery and Preschool

20 Victoria Road, Stanford-le-Hope SS17 0HS 

9.6 17 reviews
"Fantastic Nursery with lots of different activities for kids, developing their skills and imaginations. Accommodating and well-trained…"   Read all 17 reviews

Sparkling Angels Nursery and Preschool is Ofsted registered and was graded Good in April 2015. It operates from a detached commercial building with access to a large, secured garden area. Each child is assigned a key person. The nursery and preschool… Read more about Sparkling Angels Day Nursery and Preschool

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 26 Places
Barleylands Farm Day Nursery & Pre-School

Barleylands Farm Park, Barleylands Road, Billericay CM11 2UD 

8.6 8 reviews
"As a first time mum, I was dubious to send my son to nursery but had to return to work. I put my son in Barleylands when he was 11 months…"   Read all 8 reviews

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 have rich, hands-on experiences such as egg collecting,… Read more about Barleylands Farm Day Nursery & Pre-School

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 96 Places
Jesters Nursery School Danbury

The Old School House, Main Road, Danbury, Chelmsford CM3 4NQ 

9.6 39 reviews
"Amazing! Moved into the area and can say this nursery is night and day in comparison to where we was previously. Updates are amazing and is…"   Read all 39 reviews
Group/Owner Jesters

Jesters Nursery School in the heart of Danbury village is a "Home of School Readiness'. Set in the historic, Victorian ‘Old School House’, steeped in children’s learning and education, and headed up by the qualified teaching team, children prepare for… Read more about Jesters Nursery School Danbury

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 20 Places
Busy Bees Harlow

The Greenway, Harlow Business Park, Harlow CM19 5QE 

9.5 86 reviews
"My son recently graduated from Busy Bees in August, and I couldn't be happier with his experience there. Over the time he spent at the…"   Read all 86 reviews

Busy Bees Harlow is a purpose-built, single-storey nursery, designed with endless learning opportunities for children. The children can access the spacious and well-equipped garden areas where they are encouraged to explore their imagination. The nursery… Read more about Busy Bees Harlow

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 121 Places
Kindred Harlow Nursery and Pre-school

Harlow Leisurezone, Second Avenue, Harlow CM20 3DT 

9.5 59 reviews
"My daughter absolutely loves her nursery Kindred (Harlow). She has learnt so much since being there. I would highly recommend this…"   Read all 59 reviews

Kindred Harlow nursery has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by Ofsted in its latest inspection (May 2022). All the team are passionate about sparking children’s imagination, creativity and curiosity. This is why here at Kindred Harlow they inspire… Read more about Kindred Harlow Nursery and Pre-school

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 40 Places
Busy Bees Great Notley, Braintree

Notley Green, Great Notley Garden Village, Braintree CM77 7US 

9.5 58 reviews
"Busy Bees Notley have gone above and beyond with the care and support of our son and we will be really sad and a little lost without them…"   Read all 58 reviews

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 the standards of regular inspections. Staff are well… Read more about Busy Bees Great Notley, Braintree

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 100 Places
Kindred Mayflower Nursery and Pre-school

Stock Road, Billericay CM12 0RT 

9.5 68 reviews
"Both of my children has attended this nursery from as early as possible. The staff are so knowledgeable, caring and friendly. I always get…"   Read all 68 reviews

The Kindred Mayflower nursery team is passionate about sparking children’s imagination, creativity and curiosity. This is why here at Kindred Mayflower they use natural and real life resources to enhance children’s imagination through play. The… Read more about Kindred Mayflower Nursery and Pre-school

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 101 Places
Step Start Braintree

John Ray House, Bocking End, Braintree CM7 9AA 

8.4 21 reviews
"Our son attended in 2021 when he was 2.5 years old for four to five months before attending preschool and our daughter currently attends at…"   Read all 21 reviews

Step Start Braintree opened in September 2020 and is set in the historic John Ray House in Braintree, Essex. They offer childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old. The nursery itself provides a homely learning environment, carefully decorated… Read more about Step Start Braintree

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 76 Places
Little Faces Childcare

Pontlands Park, West Hanningfield Road, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 8HR 

8.4 15 reviews
"Before we agreed on which nursery to send our child to, we visited several in the area. Each had its positives, and a couple were almost on…"   Read all 15 reviews
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 per year) • Term Time Only (39 weeks per year,… Read more about Little Faces Childcare

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 62 Places
Creative Kids Nursery Brentwood

1 Mount Avenue, Shenfield, Brentwood CM13 2NS 

9.4 26 reviews
"As a mum, handing your little one over to someone else's care is one of the hardest things you'll ever do.But from the very beginning, the…"   Read all 26 reviews

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 routes. The team prepare each child for the transition… Read more about Creative Kids Nursery Brentwood

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 115 Places
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park

Warwick Crescent, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6JQ 

9.4 8 reviews
"My son has been with Munchkins since October 2023. He has been in every room from babies, to toddlers and now pre-school and I have seen…"   Read all 8 reviews

Munchkins Nursery, Dunton Park is rated Outstanding by Ofsted (November 2024). With beautiful purpose-built nursery is nestled in the heart of the Dunton Park estate welcoming children from 12 weeks – 4 years old. Their nursery is the perfect location… Read more about Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 56 Places
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Baddow

23-25 Church Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7HX 

9.4 9 reviews
"My son has been at Munchkins Nursery for over 6 months and absolutely loves spending time at nursery. His confidence has grown massively…"   Read all 9 reviews

Munchkins, Great Baddow setting offers beautiful, engaging environments both inside and out for children to learn and thrive, open to children aged 12 weeks to 4 years old. Munchkins Nursery group was voted 'Best Nursery in Essex 2024' in the Essex Mums… Read more about Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Baddow

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 87 Places
Buttercup Montessori Kindergarten - Springfield

Cuton Hall Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford CM2 5PX 

9.4 15 reviews
"The best nursery in Chelmsford...Essex...maybe the world? My two sons went to Buttercup over an almost 2 year period, we experienced 3…"   Read all 15 reviews

Buttercup Montessori Kindergarten provides full and sessional day care for babies from birth up to the age of five years. Fully-qualified early years practitioners are dedicated to supporting children to develop their confidence and independence through… Read more about Buttercup Montessori Kindergarten - Springfield

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