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I’ve never had any issues and appreciate that I can leave my son with good caring peopleElaine N(Mother of Child)

I am always delighted to see what things my daughter is upto using the ParentZone appZahra K(Mother of Child)


I’ve never had any issues and appreciate that I can leave my son with good caring peopleElaine N(Mother of Child)

I am always delighted to see what things my daughter is upto using the ParentZone appZahra K(Mother of Child)


Rated Good by Ofsted (August 2024), Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old.
The Nursery is in Marks Gate, close to Chadwell Heath station. It's a light, spacious nursery with separate rooms and gardens for different age groups.
For the long-standing staff, the key to learning is variety. The children enjoy dialogic reading, woodwork, cooking, yoga, spotting wildlife at the local farm...
Rated Good by Ofsted (August 2024), Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old.
The Nursery is in Marks Gate, close to Chadwell Heath station. It's a light, spacious nursery with separate rooms and gardens for different age groups.
For the long-standing staff, the key to learning is variety. The children enjoy dialogic reading, woodwork, cooking, yoga, spotting wildlife at the local farm and climbing trees at Hainault Park. Families can join in with tea parties and world cuisine tasting days. The Nursery also runs a food bank for those in need of additional support.
A range of nutritious snacks are prepared on-site every day.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Minimum attendance
- 2 days per week
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF)
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Justelle Rugerama (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 18
Registered Charity Number
- 299686
Total Places for Children
- 52
Age Range
- from 0 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks
Opening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & Christmas
Funding & Fees
Private fee, before any funding
£1,045/ month(£80 / day)
Half-day sessions are available for children over 3 years old.
Half-day sessions are available for children over 3 years old.
All fees listed include the cost of breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
One-off extra days cost £90.40 for all ages.
Non-Refundable Registration Fee: A fee of £100 is payable upon acceptance of an offer. In addition, a deposit equal to 50% of the monthly fee is payable upon acceptance of an offer.
Late Collection Charge: £30 per 15 minutes, or part thereof.
Late Payment Charge: £30 for late payment of monthly fees and/or interest at a rate of 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate on any fees that remain unpaid on the 2nd day of the month.
Overpayment Return Administration Fee: £30 per overpayment.
Mid-Week Surcharge: A 6% surcharge applies to mid-week bookings (bookings that do not include a Monday or a Friday).
Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.
Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.Defaults shown
9 months to 2 years • 3-days • all year
How this price scales (per month)
2 days per week
£697
3 days per week
£1,045
5 days per week
£1,603
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What this price covers
- Standard chargeable day 8:00am to 6:00pm (10 hours)
- You may need to provide everyday consumables, such as nappies, wipes and sun cream
About this price
How the monthly figure is calculated.More info
- We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.
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LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (42)
LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.729) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School has 42 reviews.
The staff here were fantastic with my child. They took the time to understand his sensory needs and kept us in the loop on what was working and what went well. A well put together team, who i felt comfortable leaving my child with. Highly recommend.
The staff here were fantastic with my child. They took the time to understand his sensory needs and kept us in the loop on what was working and what went well. A well put together team, who i felt comfortable leaving my child with. Highly recommend.
The staff are absolutely wonderful - kind, attentive, supportive and always ready to listen. As a parent, there is no better feeling than leaving your...
The staff are absolutely wonderful - kind, attentive, supportive and always ready to listen. As a parent, there is no better feeling than leaving your child somewhere knowing that they are safe, happy, cared for and surrounded by people who truly enjoy what they do.
I've seen such a lovely change in Kaya since she started - she has become more confident, independent and has learned so much. She genuinely enjoys going to nursery, and that alone says everything to me.
A very special thank you to Justelle, who has been absolutely amazing with Kaya. Her kindness, patience and affection mean so much to us, and I'm incredibly grateful for the care and attention she gives her.
Thank you to the whole team for creating such a warm, happy and nurturing environment for the children. Choosing the right nursery is such a big decision for a parent
My daughter has been attending Marks Gate for 2 years and is about to head off to "big school" and start reception. As a first time mum I was slightly anxious about my daughter starting nursery especially as she was extremely attached to me. She took a while to settle in and get used to me leaving...
My daughter has been attending Marks Gate for 2 years and is about to head off to "big school" and start reception. As a first time mum I was slightly anxious about my daughter starting nursery especially as she was extremely attached to me. She took a while to settle in and get used to me leaving her but the staff in the toddler room were very patient and supportive with her. Now that she is about to leave pre-school the difference is amazing. Thank you to all the staff for making my daughter feel safe and happy, she has learnt a lot and enjoyed her time at nursery.
It's been wonderful having your daughter and we wish her all the best in her new school ( Big school)
As a mother, choosing the right nursery for my child was one of the most important decisions I had to make, and I am so grateful to have found this wonderful nursery. From day one, the staff have been caring, supportive, and dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for every...
As a mother, choosing the right nursery for my child was one of the most important decisions I had to make, and I am so grateful to have found this wonderful nursery. From day one, the staff have been caring, supportive, and dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for every child.
The team always made my child feel welcomed, happy, and valued. Over time, I have seen tremendous growth in confidence, independence, and social skills, which is a testament to their hard work and commitment. The activities are engaging, educational, and encourage children to learn through play.
Communication with parents is excellent, and I always felt informed and reassured. The staff genuinely care about each child's wellbeing and development.
Thank you to the entire team for the love, patience, and support you have provided. I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a warm, caring, and professional environment for their child.
see you when you visit :)
My baby attends this nursery and has done since she was 6 months old. She settled really well the staff in the room are caring and take time getting to know the children and their interest to help them settle and flourish. My baby had built an amazing bond with her Key person and will happy greet...
My baby attends this nursery and has done since she was 6 months old. She settled really well the staff in the room are caring and take time getting to know the children and their interest to help them settle and flourish. My baby had built an amazing bond with her Key person and will happy greet her. I am happy to have my baby attend this nursery and have no worries leaving her.
Thank you for the review and we love having your child with us :)
My son started attending just before he turned one, and it took him a little while to settle in. His allocated EYP and...
My son started attending just before he turned one, and it took him a little while to settle in. His allocated EYP and the whole team were incredibly patient, reassuring and supportive throughout that time, which we really appreciated. It has been lovely to see how comfortable and happy he has become - he is now thriving and developing every day.
The team do a great job of encouraging learning through play, while also creating opportunities for the children to get out and explore their local environment, which my son really enjoys.
It is clear that the team genuinely care about the children and their development, and it is so reassuring to know that my son is in such kind and caring hands. A big thank you to Jestel and the whole Baby Room team for everything you do!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you've had such a positive experience with us. Your kind words mean a lot to our whole team!
A few months later, I can honestly say it was one of the best decisions we made.
Stella...
A few months later, I can honestly say it was one of the best decisions we made.
Stella absolutely loves the team at LEYF Marks Gate Nursery. Seeing how excited she is every time we arrive gives me so much reassurance. Whenever she sees one of the staff members she knows, she runs straight to them for a cuddle without hesitation. That tells me everything I need to know-she feels safe, loved, and comfortable there.
The growth we've seen in her over the past few months has been amazing. She's become more active, confident, happy, and independent. As a working mum, knowing she's in such caring hands gives me real peace of mind every day.
I would genuinely recommend this nursery to any parent who's reading this while searching for the right nursery for their little one. :)
Thank you Shanice for the review, Stella is a joy and we are happy to see her growth :)
"We have had an amazing experience with this nursery. The staff make my daughter feel completely loved, safe, and secure, and she absolutely loves coming here every day. She especially enjoys spending time outside in the garden, painting, and doing different cooking activities. The educators are...
I also have another younger daughter, and I can't wait for her to start at this nursery too when she is ready.
The communication with parents is excellent, and the environment is always clean and welcoming. I highly recommend LEYF Nurseries to any family looking for high-quality childcare!"
We are glad that we are making a positive impact of your child and looking forward to welcoming your other daughter :)
I have sent all of my children to this nursery/pre-school because of the exceptional care and dedication shown by the staff. They are kind and genuinely committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for every child.
My children learned so much during their time there and always looked...
I have sent all of my children to this nursery/pre-school because of the exceptional care and dedication shown by the staff. They are kind and genuinely committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for every child.
My children learned so much during their time there and always looked forward to going to school because they felt happy, secure, and well cared for. The nursery also provides thoughtfully prepared, healthy meals, and the chef does a fantastic job.
Thank you to everyone at LEYF Marks Gate Pre-School and Nursery for your hard work and dedication.
Dear Anna,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. Your kind words mean a great deal to our entire team.
We are delighted to hear that all of your children have had such positive experiences with us. Creating a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where...
Dear Anna,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. Your kind words mean a great deal to our entire team.
We are delighted to hear that all of your children have had such positive experiences with us. Creating a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children feel happy, secure, and excited to learn is at the heart of everything we do, so it's incredibly rewarding to know this has made a difference to your family.
Your lovely comments about our team and our chef will be shared with everyone-they will truly appreciate your recognition of their hard work and dedication.
Thank you for trusting us to be part of your children's early years journey. It has been a pleasure to watch them grow and develop, and we wish your family every happiness and success in the future.
Warm regards,
The Nursery Team
A wonderful nursery with kind, attentive staff who truly care about the children. My children loves coming here and has learned so much. I feel confident and happy leaving my child in their care. Highly recommended!
A wonderful nursery with kind, attentive staff who truly care about the children. My children loves coming here and has learned so much. I feel confident and happy leaving my child in their care. Highly recommended!
My daughter has been at this nursery for a term now, and I couldn't be happier. The staff and management are amazing and communicate really well. They settled my child in smoothly and have always given helpful, consistent feedback. It's clear they've created a safe, nurturing environment where my...
My daughter has been at this nursery for a term now, and I couldn't be happier. The staff and management are amazing and communicate really well. They settled my child in smoothly and have always given helpful, consistent feedback. It's clear they've created a safe, nurturing environment where my daughter is able to grow and develop positively. I'm very grateful for the care and support they provide.
I'm very happy with this nursery. My two older children attended here before, and I was always pleased with the care and service they provided. The staff are very supportive and friendly, which gives me peace of mind. That's why I also decided to register my youngest daughter here, because I fully...
I'm very happy with this nursery. My two older children attended here before, and I was always pleased with the care and service they provided. The staff are very supportive and friendly, which gives me peace of mind. That's why I also decided to register my youngest daughter here, because I fully trust their work. I highly recommend this nursery.
Thank you for your positive feedback
Great nursery, my son loves going there and loves the staff and all the activities he does, the new garden equipment is great and all the staff really treat the children brilliantly. He has been going since a baby and has enjoyed it all the way through.
Great nursery, my son loves going there and loves the staff and all the activities he does, the new garden equipment is great and all the staff really treat the children brilliantly. He has been going since a baby and has enjoyed it all the way through.
The nursery is very spacious and clean.
The nursery is very spacious and clean.
The nursery has been amazing at supporting my child, he has grown in confidence while at the nursery and is coming home with new knowledge to be ready for school each week. All of the staff are lovely and take great care of the children - I would definitely recommend.
The nursery has been amazing at supporting my child, he has grown in confidence while at the nursery and is coming home with new knowledge to be ready for school each week. All of the staff are lovely and take great care of the children - I would definitely recommend.
Great staff. My child loves going to Marks Gate Nursery and is really thriving there. All staff are lovely and polite and you can see that they love what they do and really care about the children. Love the app where you can check what my child has eaten, sleep times, snapshots of the week and how...
Great staff. My child loves going to Marks Gate Nursery and is really thriving there. All staff are lovely and polite and you can see that they love what they do and really care about the children. Love the app where you can check what my child has eaten, sleep times, snapshots of the week and how many times she has been changed. I would definitely recommend this nursery.
My son is always happy when it’s nursery day. Very happy with their approach to interacting with the kids. They are always willing to help with any concerns and always listen whenever there’s a problem. Very good nursery.
My son is always happy when it’s nursery day. Very happy with their approach to interacting with the kids. They are always willing to help with any concerns and always listen whenever there’s a problem. Very good nursery.
My son has attended for 8 months now, I feel confident in leaving my child at the nursery knowing he will be well looked after for the day and have lots of fun doing educational activities. The app is brilliant at keeping me updated.
My son has attended for 8 months now, I feel confident in leaving my child at the nursery knowing he will be well looked after for the day and have lots of fun doing educational activities. The app is brilliant at keeping me updated.
The Leyf Marks Gate Nursery is excellent in every aspect and I would not consider sending my children to any other nursery. Most importantly the children are extremely well loved – as a result, the establishment has a calm and extremely happy atmosphere and the children are always having a fun...
The Leyf Marks Gate Nursery is excellent in every aspect and I would not consider sending my children to any other nursery. Most importantly the children are extremely well loved – as a result, the establishment has a calm and extremely happy atmosphere and the children are always having a fun time. All the staff are so kind and loving with the children and it really feels as if the staff delight in the development of the children as much as the parents. Nothing is ever too much trouble and the staff are always happy to chat about your child and provide feedback.
Our daughter has been in Marks Gate Nursery and PreSchool for 1 year now and we couldn't be more happy and thankful that we made the decision to choose this nursery. Over the last 1 year, she developed a very remarkable bond with the teachers, staff and his peers. Every time I pick her up from the...
Our daughter has been in Marks Gate Nursery and PreSchool for 1 year now and we couldn't be more happy and thankful that we made the decision to choose this nursery. Over the last 1 year, she developed a very remarkable bond with the teachers, staff and his peers. Every time I pick her up from the nursery, he would be so excited to tell me all the wonderful things he did that day with his friends and what he learned from his teachers. She is always excited to come back the next day! We have seen her confidence and character develop over time, with the help of the lovely team from Marks Gate Nursery and PreSchool. She always looks forward to show and tell.
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Hello, my name is Gemma and I am the manager of Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School. We are located within the children’s centre and next to the...
Hello, my name is Gemma and I am the manager of Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School. We are located within the children’s centre and next to the community centre, library and Marks Gate Infant and Primary schools. We have very close links to the professionals and services within these settings, to allow our families to access the fantastic support and services they provide.
Frequently Asked Questions about LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School
What is the Age Range of Children that LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School accepts?
LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School Open?
LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.
How many Children does LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School have capacity for?
LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School has capacity for a total of 52 Children.
How far is LEYF - Marks Gate Nursery & Pre-School to the centre of Romford?
2.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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