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Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu
Armistice Avenue, Springfield, Beaulieu, Chelmsford CM1 6DT 
9.8 56 reviews
Jesters Day Nursery and Pre-School, Beaulieu, Chelmsford, Essex
"If I could give more than 5 stars - I would! Choosing to send our child to Jesters was the best decision we made. From his first day, we've…"   Read all 56 reviews
  • 73 Places
Group/Owner Jesters

Jesters Childcare has a fantastic purpose-built nursery and pre-school on the outskirts of the city of Chelmsford nestled right next to the Beaulieu Park School, the first 'Through School' in Essex! ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
1 Baden Drive, Sewardstone Road, Chingford, London E4 7FF 
9.8 27 reviews
Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford, London, Essex
"This nursery is just so wonderful. The staff are so caring. I was worried when my son started as he was very clingy but they supported him…"   Read all 27 reviews
  • 32 Places

Gilwell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is located in the beautiful green area of Gilwell Hill, North Chingford, offering high-quality childcare in a purpose-built setting. The nursery is warm and ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Stepping Stones Day Nursery & Preschool
46 Chase Road, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2RE 
9.8 30 reviews
"Stepping stones truly is a wonderful nursery and my son absolutely loves going. The staff are hands down amazing and I think it's fantastic…"   Read all 30 reviews
  • 39 Places

Stepping Stones Day Nursery & Preschool is inspired by the Reggio Emelia Approach, which creates a lovely atmosphere for children to play and learn, assisted by caring, qualified Early Years ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park
Warwick Crescent, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6JQ 
9.8 15 reviews
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Park, Basildon, Essex
"My son started in October 2025 and he loves it. His confidence has grown and has developed so many new skills since starting. The staff are…"   Read all 15 reviews
  • 56 Places
Group/Owner Munchkins Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
New Beginnings Day Nursery Loughton
Sunrise Children's Centre, Alderton Hall Lane, Loughton IG10 3HE 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
9.8 174 reviews
New Beginnings Day Nursery Loughton, Loughton, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"The only bad thing about my move out of the area was that my daughter could no longer attend this nursery. She started when she was nine…"   Read all 174 reviews
  • 60 Places
Group/Owner New Beginnings Nurseries Ltd

New Beginnings Nurseries Ltd focuses on creating the vital building blocks for a child's development, looking to have a positive impact upon the early years of all children in order to benefit them ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Sparkling Angels Day Nursery and Preschool
20 Victoria Road, Stanford-le-Hope SS17 0HS 
9.8 28 reviews
"Excellent experience using the nursery for my child's progress. They really go above and beyond. Child comes out of nursery very happy. The…"   Read all 28 reviews
  • 26 Places
Group/Owner Sparkling Angels Nurseries Ltd

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Kindred Harlow Nursery and Pre-school
Harlow Leisurezone, Second Avenue, Harlow CM20 3DT 
9.7 76 reviews
Kindred Harlow Nursery and Pre-school, Harlow, Essex
"From day one Irene and the staff have been amazing. They are very friendly, caring and dedicated to the children. My son has been loving it…"   Read all 76 reviews
  • 40 Places
Group/Owner Kindred Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool
1B Whitmore Drive, Colchester CO4 6BT 
8.7 5 reviews
Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool, Colchester, Essex
"I had nothing but positive experiences and interactions from the Bright Horizons Colchester Day Nursery and Preschool team since my…"   Read all 5 reviews
  • 108 Places
Group/Owner Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Busy Bees Great Notley, Braintree
Notley Green, Great Notley Garden Village, Braintree CM77 7US 
9.7 64 reviews
Busy Bees Great Notley, Braintree, Braintree, Essex
"What can i say other than I would not want to send my children anywhere else, the staff are amazing the facilities are amazing, genuine…"   Read all 64 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
Busy Bees Harlow
The Greenway, Harlow Business Park, Harlow CM19 5QE 
9.7 89 reviews
Busy Bees Harlow, Harlow, Essex
"We couldn't be happier with Busy Bees nursery. Every single member of staff is absolutely amazing - caring, patient, and genuinely…"   Read all 89 reviews
  • 121 Places
Group/Owner Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Brightlingsea
55 Victoria Place, Brightlingsea, Colchester CO7 0AB 
9.7 26 reviews
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex
"My daughter has been attending Munchkins well over a year and absolutely loves it. We will all be sad when she has to start school in…"   Read all 26 reviews
  • 52 Places
Group/Owner Munchkins Nurseries

Located centrally in the beautiful town of Brightlingsea, Munchkins offers a home from home environment to welcome your little one from age 12 weeks – 4 years old. Each room is carefully designed ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Fields
Unit 4, Sharpe House, Hemmells, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6UJ 
9.7 35 reviews
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Dunton Fields, Basildon, Essex
"I honestly can't thank this nursery enough. I was so nervous about my son starting - I worried about how he'd settle and how I'd cope - but…"   Read all 35 reviews
  • 46 Places
Group/Owner Munchkins Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Second Steps Day Nursery
Harrison House, Durham Road, Basildon SS15 6PH 
9.7 17 reviews
Second Steps Day Nursery, Basildon, Essex
"Second Steps have been amazing, my son started when he was just 11 months old and is absolutely thriving. His confidence his speech, his…"   Read all 17 reviews
  • 51 Places
Group/Owner Bright Stars Nursery Group Ltd

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, ... 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 
8.7 4 reviews
Chestnut House Kindergarten, Colchester, Essex
"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
  • 72 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre
Horseshoe Farm, Main Road, Bicknacre, Chelmsford CM3 4EX 
9.7 70 reviews
Jesters Day Nursery & Pre-School Bicknacre, Chelmsford, Essex
"We have been so happy with the quality of care our daughter receives at Jesters Nursery. The staff are incredibly supportive, kind, and…"   Read all 70 reviews
  • 30 Places
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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Somerset Rd
30 Somerset Road, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6PE 
9.6 47 reviews
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Somerset Rd, Basildon, Essex
"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
  • 30 Places
Group/Owner Munchkins Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Spring Nursery Harlequin
Harlequin Children's Centre, Spa Road, Witham CM8 1NA 
9.6 32 reviews
Spring Nursery Harlequin, Witham, Essex
"We are very pleased with the nursery. It is a lovely and safe environment with highly qualified and dedicated teachers. Our second daughter…"   Read all 32 reviews
  • 37 Places
Group/Owner Spring by Action for Children

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Jesters Nursery School Danbury
The Old School House, Main Road, Danbury, Chelmsford CM3 4NQ 
9.6 45 reviews
Jesters Nursery School Danbury, Chelmsford, Essex
"Our son has been attending Jesters for nearly 2 years now, having started at the baby nursery first. Both practices are impeccable,…"   Read all 45 reviews
  • 20 Places
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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Pelican Place Nursery
16 Collingwood Road, Witham CM8 2DZ 
8.6 14 reviews
Pelican Place Nursery, Witham, Essex
"The nursery has been fantastic for both my son from 2018 and my daughter currently in pre school. The staff are extremely caring,…"   Read all 14 reviews
  • 138 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

Pelican Place Nursery, Ofsted rated Outstanding (October 2018), is located in Witham, and provides reliable and quality day care for children from 6 months - 5 years old. The nursery has a team ... 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 
8.6 64 reviews
Twizzle Tops Day Nursery Basildon, Basildon, Essex
"We have been with Twizzle Tops Nursery for 14 years this year, and I honestly cannot recommend them highly enough. All three of my children…"   Read all 64 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
Holly Corner Kindergarten
104 Shrub End Road, Colchester CO3 4RX 
8.6 32 reviews
Holly Corner Kindergarten, Colchester, Essex
"What a wonderful setting! My son has thoroughly enjoyed his time here the last two years. All the staff that have worked with him have been…"   Read all 32 reviews
  • 48 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

Holly Corner Kindergarten is an Ofsted rated Good setting (January 2020) located in the heart of Colchester. The team have a wealth of experience and strive to deliver the best experience for ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kindred Westcliff Nursery and Pre-school
303 Southbourne Grove, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0AL 
9.5 23 reviews
Kindred Westcliff Nursery and Pre-school, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex
"Kindred Westcliff offers a nurturing environment where my son has thrived and developed well in the past 2 years. Staff are attentive and…"   Read all 23 reviews
  • 60 Places
Group/Owner Kindred Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Childsplay Day Nursery
Clarendon Way, Colchester CO1 1XF 
9.5 76 reviews
Childsplay Day Nursery, Colchester, Essex
"Our son who is 3yrs old, absolutely loves going to child's play nursery. From the very first day, the staff have been warm, caring &…"   Read all 76 reviews
  • 114 Places

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Dolly and Bear Day Nursery
7 Carnarvon Road, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6LR 
9.5 38 reviews
Dolly and Bear Day Nursery, Southend-on-Sea, Essex
"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
  • 62 Places

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Brimpton House Day Nursery
59 High Street, Kelvedon, Colchester CO5 9AE 
8.5 23 reviews
Brimpton House Day Nursery, Colchester, Essex
"Wonderful nursery my son really enjoys being here, The staff are very friendly and supportive I would definitely recommend to anyone…"   Read all 23 reviews
  • 58 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Gosfield Nursery
Gosfield School, Cut Hedge Park, Halstead Road, Gosfield, Halstead CO9 1PF 
9.5 13 reviews
Gosfield Nursery, Halstead, Essex
"Overall very happy with the nursery. My eldest attended from 2 years of age until moving up to Reception class this September. And now my…"   Read all 13 reviews
  • 20 Places

Welcome to Gosfield Nursery! Gosfield Nursery is set in a fabulous purpose-built location at Meadow Court which is also home to their Prep School. This allows children, from the age of just two ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Chrysalis Day Nursery & Pre-school
3 Church Hill, Loughton IG10 1QP 
9.5 45 reviews
Chrysalis Day Nursery & Pre-school, Loughton, Essex
"My daughter, Clara, has attended both Chrysalis sites over the past couple of years and I can't speak highly enough of both. The staff are…"   Read all 45 reviews
  • 100 Places

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Step Start Fyfield
Unit 10, Fyfield Business & Research Park, Fyfield Road, Chipping Ongar CM5 0GN 
8.5 5 reviews
Step Start Fyfield, Chipping Ongar, Essex
"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
  • 69 Places
Group/Owner Step Start Nurseries

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

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Great Baddow
23-25 Church Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7HX 
9.4 11 reviews
Munchkins Nursery & Pre-School Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex
"My little one started nursery in January and was very hesitant at first. With the support and guidance from her room team (especially…"   Read all 11 reviews
  • 87 Places
Group/Owner Munchkins Nurseries

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 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Ellie's Nursery
230 High Street, Epping CM16 4AP 
9.4 8 reviews
Ellie's Nursery, Epping, Essex
"I am thankful for this opportunity to review Ellie's Nursery as they have been incredibly welcoming to us as a family. They always make the…"   Read all 8 reviews
  • 54 Places

Ellie's Nursery in Epping offers childcare and early years learning to children from three months up to the age of five. Their practitioners are committed to ensuring children are able to reach ... Read more

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