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First Day Nursery Hackney
St Joseph's Hospice, Mare Street, London E8 4SA
"Our child has been attending First Day Nursery for the past six months, and we've been very happy with the care he receives. The food is..."Read all 15 reviews

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First Day Nursery Hackney became part of the First Day Nursery family in November 2021 before officially transitioning to First Day Nursery Hackney in April 2022. The nursery is proud to embrace the... Read more

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First Day Nursery Ilford
Royal British Legion Building, Durban Road, Ilford IG2 7AQ
"I recommend with all my heart "First Day Nursery" who was called home by daughter. The best staff, who are like a family, take care of the..."Read all 52 reviews

82 Places

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First Day Nursery Ilford was established in August 2016 as the first setting within the First Day Nursery group. The nursery is committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment where every... Read more

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First Day Nursery Hillside
Hall Road, Southminster CM0 7EH

85 Places

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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

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First Day Nursery Group Reviews (67)

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from R S (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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I cannot speak highly enough about this nursery. I was extremely nervous about sending my daughter to nursery but I need not have worried. She settled in brilliantly and a year on she has progressed so much and loves going to nursery every week. When I pick her up she speaks about her teachers the entire way home. All of the staff are wonderful. You can tell that they genuinely care for the children and enjoy being around them. The food is nutritious and varied and gets prepared fresh on site daily. They go on cute little trips out and go outside to play every day. My daughter has learnt so much from being here. 10/10!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and kind words about First Day Nursery. We're absolutely delighted to hear how well your daughter has settled in and how much she enjoys her time with us. It's lovely to know that she speaks about her teachers and experiences on the way home - that...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Andrea B (Father of Child) published on 27 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our child has been attending First Day Nursery for the past six months, and we've been very happy with the care he receives. The food is healthy and well-balanced, and he enjoys mealtimes. We particularly appreciate the little personal touches, like the card the staff made for grandad's birthday. Communication is clear and consistent - we're kept informed about his day, activities, and progress, and the staff are always approachable whenever we have questions. Overall, we're very pleased and feel confident leaving our child in their care.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that your child is enjoying their time at First Day Nursery and that you're pleased with the care, communication, and attention we provide.

Our team works hard to create a nurturing and...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from V F (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our child has been attending First Day Nursery for four months and he has really blossomed since starting at nursery. The staff are all so friendly and I can see his confidence growing every week. We love talking to the staff at the end of each day and hearing about his day. One of the reasons we chose this nursery was the outdoor spaces available, and we have been very happy to see that they go outside every day to play. Our child eats well at nursery, and tries a huge variety of foods. We love the app and the photo updates. It's the highlight of our day!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback. We're absolutely delighted to hear how much your child has blossomed since joining First Day Nursery. Watching children grow in confidence and curiosity is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do, and it's lovely to know that you've...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Ilford from M N (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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I recommend with all my heart "First Day Nursery" who was called home by daughter. The best staff, who are like a family, take care of the children, guide them, the children feel safe, learn many things, evolve so much and most importantly discover themselves. For my little girl, it is a second family and I am very proud of the people at "First Day Nursery" because my child learned to communicate in English, because she did not speak, she learned to be independent, she is more confident, controls her emotions, she discovered her passions and also herself. The toys's are children favourites, the gardens are perfect for playing, everything is very clean, the food is excellent and the atmosphere is pleasant. I will always be grateful to them and both me and my little girl will miss "First Day Nursery". Thank you for everything!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you so much for your heartfelt message. Your kind words truly mean the world to us. Knowing that First Day Nursery felt like a second home for your daughter and that she has grown, learned, and discovered so much during her time with us brings us immense joy and pride. It has been a pleasure...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Nassrin N (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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We are very happy with the nursery. Our daughter is now 18 months old and she has been going to the nursery for 5 months. She's loving it. The care takers are professional and also very kind. Our daughter bonded with them very quickly. The facilities are also great. Overall it's a very nice place!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you for your positive feedback. We're really pleased with the experience and seeing how much your daughter is benefiting from the nursery.

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from C M (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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Great nursery and staff. Our daughter loves it! Staff are attentive and caring and the facilities are great, particularly outdoor areas. very happy with our choice of nursery (had tried a different one in the area previously).

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that your daughter enjoys her time with us and that you are happy with our nursery and staff. Our team is dedicated to providing attentive care and creating a nurturing environment for all our children, and it's great to know...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from E S (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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We have both our children at First Day Nursery, and they are both very happy. The nursery has two outdoor spaces, which they go to every day, and the food is now cooked in-house which they seem to enjoy thoroughly! We love the app, which is used for good communication from the managers, and daily updates from their key workers filled with photos and caring updates of what they have been up to. Sometimes they take trips to the local playground, and recently even visits to the children's museum. The nursery has a lot of love and care to give, especially in the last year. Highly recommend!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you so much for your lovely review and for entrusting us with the care of both your children! We're thrilled to hear how happy they are at First Day Nursery and that you've been pleased with the outdoor spaces, the in-house meals, and the various activities we offer. It's wonderful to know...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from A C (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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We couldn't be happier with our son's nursery! The staff is simply amazing! Caring, sweet and supportive (to our son and us as well! Especially during settling in!). When he first started we had just had a very bad experience with another nursery and the first day nursery really helped me and my son. I didn't think back then that I would have been able to trust another place but I was wrong! I'll never thank them enough for helping us in this delicate transition/moment of my and my son's life!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us. We're incredibly grateful that you chose First Day Nursery after such a difficult time. It means a lot to hear that our caring and supportive staff were able to help you and your son during that delicate transition. We...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Sara C (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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First-day nursery has been the perfect place for our son, from baby room to preschool. During his time there he's built strong relationships with his peers and staff who have gone above and beyond to help us raise and educate our son. You've truly cared for him as an extension of our family. We're very happy to have found such a great nursery at such an important developing stage, we will forever be thankful for all that you've done for him. We will miss you. Thank you so much once again.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you so much for your beautiful words. It has been an absolute pleasure to watch your son grow and thrive from the baby room through to preschool. We are deeply honoured to have been a part of his early years and to have earned your trust as an extension of your family. The relationships he's...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Hannah B (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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This nursery truly embodies a holistic approach to childcare, ensuring that every aspect of my child's development is nurtured. The staff are incredibly caring and professional, always going above and beyond to create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe and valued.

It's clear that the team at First Day Nursery is passionate about what they do, taking the time to understand each child's unique needs and fostering their growth in a supportive and encouraging way. I couldn't be happier with the care my 2-year-old daughter receives here and I highly recommend First Day Nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and child-centered childcare environment.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience at First Day Nursery. It means the world to us that our holistic approach and the dedication of our team have made a difference in your child's development. We take great pride in creating...  

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Heather K (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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A wonderful nursery with fantastic opportunities for the children. Some highlights include regular excursions to local libraries, museums, shops, and parks. Visiting the Hospice (which the nursery shares the grounds of) and spending time with the elderly patients there, doing arts and crafts together; beautiful gardens with a fish pond, a forest school area as well as a play area with lots of outdoor toys; creative and imaginative activities for the children to participate in every day... I could go on.

The staff are wonderful and extremely caring, they really go above and beyond to make the children feel happy and the parents feel comfortable leaving their children there. It's lovely to get daily diaries with photos of the children each day. No complaints!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, it's been a great seeing your child develop at our nursery, appreciate the feedback on our regular excursions and staff.

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Review of First Day Nursery Ilford from Rahul H (Father of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been attending First Day Nursery for nearly two years, and we couldn't be happier with her progress. She absolutely loves going and has blossomed into a confident, chatty little girl.
When she first started, she was quite shy, but thanks to the nurturing and stimulating environment at First Day Nursery, she has developed into a sociable and outgoing child. The staff have been incredibly supportive and have played a vital role in her development.

We are truly grateful for the care and attention she has received.

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Review of First Day Nursery Ilford from Florentina Z (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Is an excellent nursery. My son loves to come here and he refuses to leave the setting at the end of the day. He always speaks about the nice activities and experiences and he made a lot of friends.

The staff is very nice, and always willing to help. I highly recommend First Day Nursery!

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Review of First Day Nursery Ilford from Ayesha A (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Excellent service provided by First Day Nursery. My daughter started there two years ago, all the way to pre-school, and I am so happy with her development over the years. The staff at First Day Nursery have always been professional, and the management is outstanding. I highly recommend this nursery for your child.

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Review of First Day Nursery Ilford from Haider A (Father of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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We have been there for 6 years. First my son and then my daughter. Staff and management were very helpful, and the kids' food was amazing. My little one is always happy, and they have learned so much from there. My daughter misses all her staff, and the way they do graduation day is so lovely before they leave.

Thank you to all staff and management.

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Review of First Day Nursery Ilford from J T (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter attended First Day Nursery from the age of two and had a wonderful time there. The care and support offered by the staff and management made me feel confident that my daughter was safe and well looked after. A lot of time and attention is given to organising activities and encouraging development. I would highly recommend First Day Nursery to anyone in search of a great, local nursery with devoted, well-trained staff.

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Emily J (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been at First Day Nursery for over a year and started when she had just turned 1. She attends four days a week.
We're really happy with the nursery and know our daughter is cared for, well-fed, naps well and has lots of fun! The staff are all great and we receive daily updates about what the children have been doing both in person at the end-of-day pick-up, as well as via an app the nursery uses to keep in touch with parents.
Each week children will be introduced to a particular theme, for example, the toddler room recently spent a week learning about the seasons and doing lots of creative activities involving painting/drawing etc. Sometimes the children bring their creations home at the end of the day which is lovely.

The children regularly use the outdoor play areas which are on-site and sometimes even go on trips to local playgrounds.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney
Thank you for taking the time to provide this positive feedback. Happy to hear your child is well cared for, well-fed and having lots of fun!

Appreciate you recognise the creative activities including painting/drawings and regular use of our outdoor play areas in addition to trips to local playgrounds.

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Michele G (Father of Child) published on 5 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to First Day Nursery for the incredible care and warmth they've extended to our son. From the age of 8 months to 15 months, this nursery provided him with a nurturing environment that consistently went beyond our expectations. Every day, we witnessed new milestones and learning experiences in his life, a true testament to the team's dedication and love.

The staff's commitment to recognizing individual needs and the tailored approach to child growth is what truly made a difference. As circumstances lead us elsewhere, it's challenging to step away from such a positive space. The memories and valuable lessons our son has gained during his time at First Day will always be cherished. Our sincerest appreciation to the entire team for this invaluable chapter in our son's life.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you for recognising the commitment and efforts of our staff in enabling new milestones for your child. We will also cherish the precious moments he was with us and wish you all the best for the future.

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Mahmuda B (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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I am very happy with the First Day Nursery; the care, love and encouragement this nursery provides for children to explore and develop is fantastic. Staff members are easy to approach and provide a huge range of different activities.

I would definitely recommend this to anyone for their children’s best interest.

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Review of First Day Nursery Hackney from Sharon R (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been going to First Day Nursery since September 2022 and we've been super pleased with our experience so far! The staff is excellent, friendly, always greeting us and the children with a big smile. They know all the children's names even if they aren't directly involved with them which makes the whole experience even more personable. The facilities are just what the kids need and the outdoor spaces with the fish pond are a wonderful addition for those sunny days.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Hackney

Thank you for your lovely feedback, delighted that you're super pleased with your experience so far. It is also pleasing to hear your excellent views on our staff and our facilities. Once again thank you for taking the time in providing this wonderful feedback.

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