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Royal British Legion Building, Durban Road, Ilford, London IG2 7AQ
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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 child is recognised as a unique individual with unlimited potential, curiosity, and a natural desire to learn.

The nursery's practice is guided by the Curiosity Approach, placing children at the centre of their learning journey. Through child-led play and...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Zuneera Khan(Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 21

Total Places for Children

  • 82

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday07:30-18:00
  • Thursday07:30-18:00
  • Friday07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees

Fees are payable a month in advance on the first of the month. Fees are based on 51 weeks a year including bank holidays.

We accept childcare vouchers from all subsidiary schemes including tax credits.

Please contact First Day Nursery Ilford for a personalised quote.

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First Day Nursery Ilford Reviews (58)

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9.6

First Day Nursery Ilford has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.644) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time First Day Nursery Ilford has 58 reviews.

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Review from Shameen A (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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After moving to the area, one of my biggest priorities was finding the right nursery for my twin boys. I visited almost every nursery within a 5-10 mile radius because I wanted to be completely confident in my decision. As a parent, I was naturally anxious, but from the moment I walked through the doors on my first visit, I knew this was the right place for my children.
Everything exceeded my expectations. The nursery was exceptionally clean, well-organised, and thoughtfully set up. It was clear that every detail had been carefully considered to create a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment. The staff were welcoming, professional, and genuinely attentive, which immediately gave me confidence and peace of mind.

My sons have now been attending for two years, and I have been incredibly impressed by their development during that time. They have grown in confidence, independence, and socially, and I truly believe the support and care they have received at the nursery have played a

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for recognising our safe, stimulating and nurturing environment! It is a privilege to be part of your twin's early years. We take great pride in the care we give and the peace of mind that gives our families.

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Review from Diana M (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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I rarely leave reviews, but I believe this one is truly deserved. My son was very reluctant to go to nursery at first he would cry and be quite fussy. However, the staff at First Day Nursery made the settling-in process incredibly smooth. They supported my son in every possible way and helped him feel comfortable and welcome. Now he's happy to go every day and really enjoys his time there. Thank you to everyone for your support. I highly recommend this nursery!

A special THANK YOU to Many, Saty (my apologies if I've misspelled your name) from the toddler room and to Cinzia from preschool for always going above and beyond for my child. Your kindness, patience, and dedication mean so much to our family. I would also like to thank Diana and Zuneera from the administration staff,your constant support and helpfulness are truly appreciated.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for this positive feedback. It has been wonderful to support your son through his early years. We will pass on your positive comments to staff.

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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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All of my children attended First Day Nursery, and I couldn't be happier with the care they received. It has been an amazing experience in every way. The staff are kind, caring, and dedicated, creating a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I highly recommend First Day Nursery to any parent looking for exceptional childcare.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

We are so pleased you have recognised our exceptional childcare. We are proud to offer this to all of our families! Thank you for such wonderful feedback.

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Review from Sehrish M (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Excellent Nursery, my daughter loved going there.it's mixed feelings today,She have achieved tremendously . She is grown up here with her knowledge ,expression and she learned how to express her feelings. Which is really important for me. I am very proud today I had chosen first day Nursery.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for your excellent feedback! We are so pleased to hear how well your daughter developed at First Day Nursery. We wish her continued success in the future.

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Review from F Y (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has had a wonderful time at First Day Nursery. She has always been happy and smiling everytime she came out. The staff have been fantastic and I couldn't thank them enough for all they have done for all my children growth and development. I'm sad that my time as a parent here has come to an end as I've had nothing less than a fantastic relationship with all of them. Thank you for everything you have done for my children.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for this wonderful feedback, it is our privilege to have been part of your daughter's early years.

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Review from R R (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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It's an excellent nursery with superb supportive team of amazing teachers. I highly appreciate Arwa and Manjeet for giving so much support and help towards my child. My child was a Speech delay child and only say one or two words barely. But with the support of specially Arwa, I have seen a huge difference in my child's social and language development skills. Many thanks

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

It is fantastic to hear how far your child has come with the support of our wonderful staff. We appreciate your feedback and are so pleased to hear about your positive experiences.

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Review from Gulshan B (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We are so grateful to everyone at the nursery for the love, care, and support they have given our child. From day one, the staff have been kind, patient, and welcoming, creating a safe and happy environment where our child has grown in confidence and developed so many new skills.
The team always keeps us informed about our child's progress and makes us feel involved in their learning journey. We truly appreciate the fun, creative activities and the genuine care shown every day.
My all kids have grown in this nursery and I am so grateful.

Thank you to all the staff for your dedication and hard work. We couldn't have asked for a better start to our child's early years, and we would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive place for their child.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for such a fantastic review! We have loved being part of your child's learning journey.

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Review from Aisha S (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My child has been attending First Day nursery Ilford since she was 11 months old and initially joined the baby room- she is now 4 years old. Each and every staff member has been so helpful and important in helping my child progress academically, physically and emotionally. I am so grateful for all the staff in the nursery- but especially to the pre-school room staff who work tirelessly to ensure the children are happy. A special shoutout to Cinzia and Manjeet whom work in the Ilford branch within the preschool room- the energy, genuine care and effort they put into the children has not gone unnoticed. I truly appreciate their hard work as without them, my child would not be who she is today. A big thank you!

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for your kind words, I will pass on your comments to the staff.

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Review 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 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 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 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 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 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 from E A (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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Speechless - my daughter had a development in terms of speech, and everything, in general, the school is spectacular - 5 stars. I recommend it to everyone who has children. Thanks for these amazing two years. Thanks for everything.

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Review from Nouman S (Father of Child) published on 15 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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It was a wonderful experience. The nursery really helped my son to grow in all areas. My child loves to go to nursery. The staff is amazing and really looked after my child. We strongly recommend this nursery.

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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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Best nursery I have come across! I wish they also had a primary school so kids could continue their further journey within the same nurturing, safe and loving environment. My little one only started 10 months ago and from day one, she was settled and happy. The staff is absolutely brilliant, they cater to everyone's needs and genuinely care about kids. The director is a very kind gentleman, so is the manager, a beautiful lovely lady and the rest of the staff. Big thank you and congratulations to the whole management for creating such a positive, happy and nurturing place for kids to learn and grow. My little one will go to school soon and we are going to miss everyone at First Day Nursery!

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Review from Anita C (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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I am delighted to share my exceptional experience with First Day Nursery where my son attended for the past year. The staff are incredibly passionate about their roles, and it reflects in the care and attention they devote to each child. They create an environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and social interaction. My son's cognitive and social skills have flourished under their guidance.
The staff members are always approachable and willing to address any concerns or queries promptly. It truly feels like a partnership, and I am grateful for their genuine investment in my son's growth.
I wholeheartedly recommend First Day Nursery to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for their child. Thank you, First Day Nursery for playing a pivotal role in my child's early development and setting a strong foundation for his future.

Thank you from the family.

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Review from Husna R (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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From my first visit to First Day Nursery I knew this was going to be the best place for my daughter.
The staff were incredibly friendly and approachable. They built a wonderful relationship with my child and she was always so happy to see them. Her development and growth over the past year has been incredible with regular updates on what she has achieved and what they are working on etc with her key person.
From the facilities, food and planned activities, I can't fault it.
The Pre School graduation was amazing (and emotional), so much effort was put into it and you can see how proud the staff are of all the children in their care.

My daughter made many friends at the nursery and I will always cherish the time she spent here.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, I'm delighted to hear your child was happy to attend our nursery and you were pleased with her development and growth whilst her time at our nursery. Also appreciate your amazing feedback for the pre-school graduation, we will miss you and your family.

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Review from Jaeden Marie D (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter was in the nursery from 8 months old and left in March as we have moved out of the area. Since my daughter started I have nothing but good things to say about this nursery. The staff have always been nurturing and loving towards her. Leaving her at a nursery so young I was really worried but she has grown and learnt so much being here. The staff have been amazing with her and she would always be so excited to go to nursery. A big thank you to those in the baby room and toddlers who looked after her as she has become such a confident and talkative child due to all she has learnt here.

Reply from Shiraz Kothia, Director at First Day Nursery Ilford

Thank you for your positive feedback, it was a pleasure helping your daughter grow and develop at First Day Nursery. - We all miss her confident personality and her beautiful smile.

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Zuneera Khan
Zuneera KhanJob Title:Nursery Manager

Zuneera is our passionate and knowledgeable Nursery Manager, dedicated to ensuring every child receives the highest standard of care. She works closely with families, building strong relationships through clear, supportive communication and a genuine commitment to each child's wellbeing, development, and happiness.

Frequently Asked Questions about First Day Nursery Ilford

What is the Age Range of Children that First Day Nursery Ilford accepts?

First Day Nursery Ilford accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is First Day Nursery Ilford Open?

First Day Nursery Ilford is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does First Day Nursery Ilford have capacity for?

First Day Nursery Ilford has capacity for a total of 82 Children.

How far is First Day Nursery Ilford to the centre of Ilford?

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

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