Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue

124 Chestnut Avenue, Forest Gate, London E7 0JJ
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Chestnut Avenue (Rated "Good" by OFSTED October 2022) is where the very first Chestnut Nursery School began in 2002, setting the foundation for the group’s long-standing commitment to excellence in early years education. Located in a friendly residential area, Chestnut Avenue offers a warm, welcoming environment that feels like a home away from home. The nursery provides a safe, secure space where children aged 0 to 3 years can explore, learn, and grow through play and discovery.

The setting includes well-resourced indoor rooms and a secure outdoor area, supporting both structured and free-flow learning. Children are encouraged to develop independence, confidence, and curiosity through a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities.
Following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Chestnut’s own core curriculum, the nursery supports children’s development across all key learning areas—nurturing each child’s unique interests, strengths, and needs.
At Chestnut Avenue, the experienced and caring staff create a calm, stimulating environment where every child is valued and supported. The setting has strong connections with the local community and continues to uphold the values that made Chestnut Nursery Schools what they are today.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Mikhala Smith (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 13

Total Places for Children

  • 43

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 3 years 11 months

Funding & Fees

  • Standard Day 8am – 6.30pm - Full Day £101.00
    Half sessions 8am-1pm or 1pm -6.00pm = £64.00

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:30
    Tuesday 08:00-18:30
    Wednesday 08:00-18:30
    Thursday 08:00-18:30
    Friday 08:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas plus 2 training days per year

Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue Reviews (21)

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Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue has a Review Score of 8.4 (8.405) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue has 21 reviews.

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Review from Sophie T (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Chestnut nursery when he was 11 months old and we left when he was 15 months in March 2025 as we moved out of the area. He started doing 3 days a week and gradually built up to 5 days a week. He had an absolutely amazing experience at Chestnut and we were so sad to leave!


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in process was excellent, he immediately connected to the staff and was confident and happy when he arrived at nursery every morning, jumping into his key worker's arms! The staff are so friendly and attentive and they genuinely care and connect with each and every child in their care. It really feels like a family.


I felt very comfortable and confident leaving my son there every day and would definitely recommend Chestnut Avenue nursery to parents in the area.

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Review from M F (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, the staff are always happy and warm and very experienced too. They do so many activities with the children and always have a story to tell about the day at pick up about what my girl has been up to, or how she’s interacting with the other children. My little girl is really happy there!
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Review from O C (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is my second time settling a child at Chestnut Nursery and I can’t fault them. It’s been a lovely experience watching my son happily exploring the rooms and seeing how friendly and attentive the staff are. They remember my older children and talk fondly of other kids they see in the area that they
used to look after. It makes me feel like they enjoy their jobs and genuinely care for the children.
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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have both my children attend Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue, my eldest attended from baby room throughout all the way to preschool. The staff looked after my daughter amazingly and she achieved alot from the environment and staff. I can't thank them enough. She currently is in yr 1 in school
and she wouldn't be the confident young girl she is if it weren't for the fantastic learning and support given to her. Currently, my youngest is in the toddler room, she feels so loved by all the staff around her. They give her all the support and learning. The free flow in the toddler room gives her the independence of choice, she definitely has grown immensely in confidence as she was born in the pandemic she was lacking social skills. The whole Nursery has had a revamp and looks fab, especially the garden. The resources are great alot of different choices to build their development and challenge the children. Thank you to the Chestnut Boutique team
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Review from Ghalib S (Father of Child) published on 22 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is my second child, who is currently at Chestnut Nursery Avenue. If I had a third, they also would go to Chestnut Nursery on Chestnut Avenue. My daughter, who is currently at Chestnut, absolutely loves it. Her day-to-day learning has improved so much from the day she joined. She goes in as a happy
child and comes out as a happy child. Everything at the nursery is well organised. I get briefed at the end of every day when I pick up my child, and the pickup system and dropoff systems are so easy. Both my children have absolutely loved it, and as parents, my wife and I could not have had an easier experience and the daily notice of our children's improvement in communication and skills.
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Review from Natasha P (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Chestnut Nursery School since June 2022 and she absolutely loves it! We had some challenges initially with settling in and the staff and, in particular, her key worker went above and beyond to help ease the transition and since then she's just loved it there. We always get thorough
in-person debriefs at the end of each day as well as real-time updates on meals and naps via the app. I've noticed major developments since she's joined, particularly in speech which is a testament to the effort they put into stimulating daily activities. It's so reassuring to know she's happy and getting all the support she needs and I'd recommend Chestnut to anyone.
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Review from R R (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue, my youngest is there currently. We have been really happy with the experience. All the staff are very kind and sensible. Our kids really enjoy their time there.
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Review from Leigh D (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child's first nursery, been in attendance since October. They have settled her in very well, staff are always friendly and my daughter seems very fond of her key person there. Good communication from nursery about my child's day, sleep, eating, play and development. I enjoy the updates and photos
on the app for parents. My daughter always looks happy. I have noticed my child's development since starting nursery.
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Review from Rose L (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue in October 2022. Right from the very first day, the staff have been so lovely. Even though it was hard to return to work after maternity leave, I always felt happy that my son was getting all the love and attention he needed from the staff
at Chestnut Avenue. If he was ever upset at drop off, someone would always be at the door offering him all the comfort and cuddles he needed. He also gets lots of stimulation with messy play and games, I know that he has a ball and he's made loads of friends. I've honestly never had any concerns and I'm 100% confident that I'm giving my son a fantastic start in life by sending him to Chestnut Avenue.
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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Chestnut Nursery School for over a year now. She loves it there and the staff from both the baby and toddler rooms are always attentive, professional, loving and considerate. I haven't spent much time inside the building but when I looked around it was very well organised, clean
and a stimulating environment for the children.
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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue. My eldest attended here and now my second child. With the second child, things feel really good - the space was given a makeover, the toys improved and felt cleaner. The baby room particularly became such a lovely space. The staff really seem
to care for my child and pay attention to who she is and how she is developing. My mark down on the outside space is simply because it is small but the garden itself has still been nicely done. Overall, this has been a really happy experience having both children at Chestnut.
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Review from Ekaterina R (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter started in the baby room at Chestnut when she was one and has now been there for 1,5 years.


The staff have always been extremely loving and caring. They are attentive to the parents' wishes, e.g. not using the dummy other than for naps (and eventually not at all), potty training etc.

A great deal of effort goes into various activities for the kids, there is messy play, outdoor play and day trips.


It's a great nursery for little ones. The manager is responsive, committed and an inspiration to her staff.

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Review from Katie S (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my daughters have been to Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue so we have lots of experience with them as a provider. They are incredibly kind and the nursery environment is always full of laughter and play. My little girl is 2 and currently there 4 days and she loves attending. The staff
go out of their way to engage the family as well as the child and they are always available if you need to discuss anything with them. I tell all my friends about Chestnut! Thank you for the care you have given to us.
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Review from Tim (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been going to Chestnut for four months or so now. She's settled in really well, she loves going and the staff seem to genuinely care for her, they're so loving towards her and look after her brilliantly. I think the activities the staff have done with her have really accelerated her
development and her self-confidence. It's great that the kids get to go and play outside and that there's also loads to do inside if the weather isn't great.
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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not be happier with Chestnut. The staff are incredible and the level of care is exceptional. It feels like a family and my Son loves it.
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Review from Lucycat T (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Chestnut for a year now. From my initial like of the ‘feel’ of the nursery, now I know it better, I really appreciate the genuine care and kindness the team there have for my daughter and the time they take to develop her skills and embrace her individuality. I have nothing
but praise for the staff there. My daughter has benefitted hugely from the nursery routines and I have enjoyed attending the extra-curricular Xmas, Halloween and Easter parties and receiving the constructive feedback following her assessment at our first parents morning.
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Review from Gina D (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter had been in Chestnut Nursery School since she was 10 months old. I was worried at first as she was so young but the care she was given and still receiving is excellent. The workers are all brilliant I have no worries with my child when she is there as I know she is in safe hands.
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Review from Neil G (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started Chestnut Avenue in September 2019, and I am so very pleased with the care that she receives. When I collect her from nursery she is always happy and engaged in an activity. The team are really friendly and welcoming and she has great bonds with all of the staff, they pay attention
to detail and make my daughter feel very special.
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Review from Rachel H (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My toddler has been attending the nursery for about 2 months and he absolutely loves it. His key workers are so warm and lovely and I’ve felt confident leaving him there knowing that he’s going to have a fun day and be happy and stimulated by the end of it.
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Review from Will P (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, our son absolutely loves it. All of the staff are really friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more.
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Current Review Score: 8.4 (8.405)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.4 (8.405) out of 10 for Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 3 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.6 out of 5 from 3 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.806 for Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue is calculated as follows: ( (29 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 36 Ratings = 4.806
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 3.599 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue is based on 3 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.25
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 43 number of registered child places is 8.6. 3 Positive Reviews ÷ 8.6 = 0.349
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Mikhala

Mikhala Smith

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2017

I have completed a CACHE Level 5 diploma in Early Years senior practitioner. I have been working within childcare settings for over 8 years and have been with Chestnut Nursery Schools for over 5 years. Within this time with Chestnuts, I have been able to thrive within my career and achieve different roles, starting from nursery practitioner, room leader/third in charge, Deputy Manager and now Manager. I am passionate about working with children as I enjoy supporting children’s learning and development. I also help provide a safe and stimulating environment in which children can gain new, fun experiences and a variety of different learning opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue

What is the Age Range of Children that Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue accepts?

Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 3 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue Open?

Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue is open: Monday 08:00-18:30, Tuesday 08:00-18:30, Wednesday 08:00-18:30, Thursday 08:00-18:30, Friday 08:00-18:30.

How many Children does Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue have capacity for?

Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue has capacity for a total of 43 Children.

How far is Chestnut Nursery School @ Chestnut Avenue to the centre of London?

8.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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