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devoted, well-trained staff.J T(Mother of Child)

flourished under their guidance.Anita C(Mother of Child)

I recommend with all my heartM N(Mother of Child)

devoted, well-trained staff.J T(Mother of Child)

flourished under their guidance.Anita C(Mother of Child)

I recommend with all my heartM N(Mother of Child)

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...
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 exploration, practitioners follow children's interests to support the development of confidence, independence, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The aim is to cultivate lifelong learners who approach the world with wonder, empathy, and a love of discovery.
Children benefit from rich, multi-sensory experiences both indoors and outdoors. With free-flow access to the garden and regular outings within the local community, children are encouraged to develop a deeper understanding of the natural world and a respect for the environment around them.
The learning environments are carefully curated using authentic resources, natural materials, and real-life objects. Open-ended resources encourage creativity, imagination, and independent thinking, while promoting meaningful play experiences. Sustainability is embedded throughout the nursery's practice, with a strong commitment to reusing and recycling materials wherever possible.
Working in partnership with families, First Day Nursery Ilford provides a warm and welcoming environment where children are empowered to explore, discover, and thrive.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- First Day Nursery Group
- Private Owned
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
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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First Day Nursery Ilford Reviews (60)
First Day Nursery Ilford has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.393) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time First Day Nursery Ilford has 60 reviews.
Both experiences have been exceptional, especially given both boys are very different from each other.
Their progressions from toddlers to pre-school were filled with happy memories, skills and confidence building, and smiles everyday...
Both experiences have been exceptional, especially given both boys are very different from each other.
Their progressions from toddlers to pre-school were filled with happy memories, skills and confidence building, and smiles everyday from entering to leaving on a daily basis.
Thouroughly recommended with a big 'thank you' to the First Day Nursery team.
We are pleased to hear how well your sons have done at First Day Nursery! Seeing smiles on our children's faces is what makes it all worth it!
A very special thank you to Cinsia for her amazing support with my son's development. As he has additional needs, she always...
A very special thank you to Cinsia for her amazing support with my son's development. As he has additional needs, she always made sure everything was done on time, and often even earlier. Her dedication meant so much to us.
Thank you to Bathi for always being so happy with every little step and achievement my son made. Seeing how much she truly cared made us feel supported every step of the way.
And thank you to Manji, who built the first special connection with my son. She encouraged him to say his first words at nursery and patiently helped him develop his communication.
Thank you to the whole team for everything you have done for my son and me. You have been such an important part of our journey, and we will always be grateful. I hope many more children are lucky enough to be cared for by such an amazing team.
Thank you for your brilliant review! It is wonderful to see our team recognised for their hard work and dedication. We wish your son all the best as he moves on to his next adventure!
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...
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
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.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
Thank you for this wonderful feedback, it is our privilege to have been part of your daughter's early years.
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...
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
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.
The team always...
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.
Thank you for such a fantastic review! We have loved being part of your child's learning journey.
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...
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!
Thank you for your kind words, I will pass on your comments to the staff.
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...
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!
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...
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 to be part of her early journey, watching her develop confidence, independence, and communication skills has been a beautiful experience for all of us. She has always brought so much light and energy to the nursery, and she will be greatly missed. We're so grateful for your trust and support, and we feel honoured to have had the opportunity to contribute to such an important stage in your daughter's life. You will both always have a special place in our First Day Nursery family.
When she first started, she was quite shy, but thanks to the nurturing and stimulating...
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.
The staff is very nice, and always willing to help. I highly recommend First Day Nursery!
The staff is very nice, and always willing to help. I highly recommend First Day Nursery!
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...
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.
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...
Thank you to all staff and management.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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!
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,...
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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Zuneera is our passionate and knowledgeable Nursery Manager, dedicated to ensuring every child receives the highest standard of care. She works...
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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