Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School

11 Perry Road, Harlow CM18 7NS
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  • Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School, Harlow
Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Preschool provides childcare and education for children from three months to five years of age.

With a team of highly qualified and experienced staff, the nursery and preschool provides a variety of activities and experiences for children, allowing them to learn through play. The nursery also has outdoor areas where children can play throughout the year.

Meals are prepared and cooked every day by the nursery’s chef and the nursery encourages preschool children to be independent by preparing snacks, serving their own meals, and washing up. All dietary requirements can be catered for.
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Funding & Fees

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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • ABI Nursery
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Karen Thomas (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 35

Total Places for Children

  • 124

Age Range

  • from 0 years 5 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • They have parking for staff and customers dropping off children.

Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School Reviews (213)

9.9

Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.925) out of 10, based on 67 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School has 213 reviews.

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Review from Kayleigh H (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Akhter Early Learning Centre since being in the toddler room - he is now about to graduate preschool.
Owl's room has talked such great care of him!
He has gained so much confidence and learned so much in such a short space of time.
Management and staff are all so pleasant
and always there to help if/when needed!
Time to have another baby - just for this Akhter team to care of!
Always grateful.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words; it's been great spending time with him.
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Review from Jake G (Father of Child) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two children are very happy here. We have had no issues.
My son has learnt so much.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words; it's been great spending time with both of them.
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our boy loves going to nursery and comes out talking about what he's done - singing all time and learning.
Staff - friendly and very helpful.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words; we enjoy having him.
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Review from Lucy H (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter and son go to the nursery. I have had such an amazing experience. Staff were welcoming, friendly and professional. Would definitely recommend. Such a lovely nursery - my children love coming here.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words; it's been great spending time with both of them.
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Review from Chloe G (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing bad to say about Akhter. Both of my children are always happy and learn so much every day. Thank you so much for always making my children feel safe and loved. Keep up the good work.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words; it's been great spending time with both of them.
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Review from Karmel K (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is my second child to graduate from Akhter.
I have always been extremely happy with the care and staff.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words; we have enjoyed supporting their learning.
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Review from C O (Father of Child) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I just love how my boy comes out with the biggest smile at the end of the day and has made some good friends with other children and loves his teachers.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolI love to hear they have enjoyed their day/time with us as we enjoy having them.
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Review from C S (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has flourished here.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolI love to hear this, thank you for allowing us to spend time with her.
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Review from L A (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good care for my child.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThis is great to hear! Thank you for choosing us.
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Review from M K (Father of Child) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Brilliant facilities and very helpful staff.
Very happy with my daughter's learning over the last 2 years at Akhter Early Learning Centre.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for choosing us, we enjoyed having her in our setting.
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Review from I A (Father of Child) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff. During our daughter being at Akhter they have taught her a lot of activities inside and outside, so thankful. Great team.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThis is good to hear, thank you for choosing Akhter.
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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing place, excellent staff, wonderful place. Highly recommend.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words, good luck in your new journey together.
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 18 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
My son loves the school and he loves all the teachers I have had no issues with the teachers. The only downfall is how much the food is and how they want you to pay a month ahead. You also have to pay even if they don’t attend which I think is bad. I personally think you should be able to take a lunch
box if your child isn’t eating the food they provide, you still have to pay even though your child doesn’t eat it, but overall it’s a good nursery.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolHi,
Thank you for your review.
We don't charge for any meals if you call us in the morning to let us know your child won't be in.
Unfortunately due to being such a large setting and meeting so many children's different needs, we are unable to offer packed lunch options as we have so many children with different allergies. I'm sure if you need a packed lunch option other smaller nurseries will support you with this.
If you have any further concerns please speak to our team, they are happy to offer support where needed.
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Review from Jade W (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children attend this nursery and I can’t fault the nursery in anyway. The staff are amazing with both of my children, and they both come home happy all the time. My son had an accident and the nursery called me straight away to make me aware which made me very happy. The meals are also amazing
that are fed to the children. Thank you for taking care of both of my children so well. Definitely recommend this nursery.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words, you are more than welcome, we enjoy watching them learn and develop!
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Review from A S (Father of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can’t praise this nursery highly enough. My son is nonverbal, with suspected autism and so has needed some extra help. In the six months he’s been coming to Akhter, the team have supported him every step of the way. We are kept updated on his development journey, with guidance on referrals and extra
activities to try at home.
My son enjoys being at the nursery, has lots of fun and is making friends too. We have full trust in the team at Akhter, who work hard to provide a safe, clean environment and help children to flourish.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words, we love having him and seeing him grow!
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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Akhter Nursery since he was one and is now almost three, he has loved coming and his development has moved massively since being there. All of the staff are super friendly and helpful. I will be sad when the time comes for him to move to big school!
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words, we are glad he enjoys coming as we enjoy spending time with him.
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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in January since that was when we were eligible for funding, and I have nothing but good things to say, I love the little updates from the app and my son has become so confident and chatty since being at Akhter, the staff in his room are so polite and reassuring, the best choice I could
have made for my son.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words, we enjoy seeing him grow!
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Review from Oana E (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter's been attending this nursery since she was 1 year old (now 2.5 years). I cannot thank you enough to all the staff for how nice and caring they are. Highly recommended!
She started in the baby’s room, where she got lots of cuddles in the first months until she settled.
She's made good
friends, and now they are all joining the second class!
From reception to the kitchen, they are all beautiful people who always go above and behind so your child feels safe and welcome enough! Thank you, Akhater, for being so amazing!
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words; we enjoy having her!
Kind regards.
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Review from Irene K (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves coming to Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and has formed positive relationships with the other children in his room and the staff.
All staff are friendly and have made him feel welcome since he started in September.
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words. We enjoy our time with all the children, and we are glad to hear they enjoy their time with us.
Kind regards
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Review from K M (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Nursery staff has been good to my daughter. She has improved so much in almost all milestones since she enrolled at the Nursery. The staff is so welcoming and my daughter is always happy to go to nursery. The learning environment is also excellent
Reply from Karen Thomas, Manager at Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-SchoolThank you for your kind words we have enjoyed having her.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.925)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.925) out of 10 for Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 67 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 67 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 4.925 for Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (747 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 801 Ratings = 4.925
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Akhter Early Learning Centre Nursery and Pre-School is based on 67 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    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 124 number of registered child places is 24.8, which has been reached with 67 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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Awards / Recognitions (3)

Meet the Team (4)

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Karen Thomas

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2016

- Nearly 30 years of childcare experience.
- Foundation degree in Early Years, 20 years in management.
- Lead Safeguarding Officer.
- Lead SEN officer.

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Anna Kuczynska

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2012

- Level 3 in childcare.
- Over 12 years in our setting.

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Michelle Lea

Job Title: 3rd in charge Joined: 2024

- Level 3 in childcare.
- Safeguarding officer.
- Over 20 years in childcare.

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Charlotte Begley

Job Title: 4th In-charge Joined: 2012

- Level 3 in childcare
- Elkan trained
- SEN officer

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