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Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023), provides reliable and flexible childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
The team of Early Years practitioners at the nursery have a wealth of experience and work hard to design and deliver activities and experiences that enable children to progress successfully through the EYFS curriculum.
Staff support and value each child as an individual, empowering...
Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023), provides reliable and flexible childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
The team of Early Years practitioners at the nursery have a wealth of experience and work hard to design and deliver activities and experiences that enable children to progress successfully through the EYFS curriculum.
Staff support and value each child as an individual, empowering them to meet their development goals, explore their own interests and grow in confidence.
The nursery provides daily updates and photos about your child’s routine and activities, ensuring you never miss a moment. They also work closely with school community networks.
For older children, Just Imagine Wickford offers an Out of School Club for 4 to 11-year-olds, open before and after school during term time. Additionally, there's a Holiday Club for 4 to 11-year-olds, ensuring year-round enjoyment and engagement.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Family First Day Nurseries
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Katie Cartwright (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 19
Total Places for Children
- 82
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:00-19:00
- Tuesday07:00-19:00
- Wednesday07:00-19:00
- Thursday07:00-19:00
- Friday07:00-19:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & Christmas
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery Reviews (134)
Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.956) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery has 134 reviews.
A lovely, warm and friendly nursery. The staff made my little one feel welcome from day one, and she’s always happy to go in on her days there. They’ve really helped her confidence with new people, and it’s great to see all the fun activities she does during the day. It makes it much easier going...
A lovely, warm and friendly nursery. The staff made my little one feel welcome from day one, and she’s always happy to go in on her days there. They’ve really helped her confidence with new people, and it’s great to see all the fun activities she does during the day. It makes it much easier going to work every day knowing she’ll be well looked after.
Thanks for sending in your review. Great to hear that your little one is feeling happy and secure with the wonderful team.
Both of my children have attended this nursery from a very young age and have both enjoyed it enormously. Initial concerns around their ability to settle were very quickly allayed by the experience and knowledge of the staff. Both children, one of which is now at school, have had fond experiences...
The staff are exemplary regarding the safety and well-being of the children and part of daily feedback, which is great to see. All staff are friendly and approachable, without exception, and both us and our children have built close relationships with many of the practitioners.
The manager is superb and has been our main point of contact for any queries for the last few years and is always so helpful and prompt with anything we ask about.
So lovely to hear that your children have enjoyed the nursery from an early age and have been able to gain so much from the setting.
Very homely nursery. My little girl settled in so well. I absolutely love the staff, ever-smiling. Recently I was so nervous about my princess moving from baby to toddlers' room, but the transition was so smooth, and she absolutely loves it! My mind is always at ease since day one when my princess...
Thanks to Just Imagine, I feel they have played a major role in my daughter's speech and development, she is so ahead.
Thank you to the manager and team; you are the best!
Thanks for sending us a review. It's great to hear that your daughter is really enjoying nursery, and you can see her thriving with the team at Wickford.
The longevity of staff is testimony to how good it is. Many I’ve known since 2015.
The manager and her team always...
The longevity of staff is testimony to how good it is. Many I’ve known since 2015.
The manager and her team always smiling and chatty. My boys get on well with all the staff too.
The recent investment in outdoor areas and security is a much-welcomed addition.
Thanks for sending in your review. Great to hear your sons have enjoyed their time with the manager and her wonderful team.
I moved my son to Just Imagine because he and I were unhappy with his previous nursery, and the difference in care has been outstanding! Just Imagine has been amazing. They treat the children like family and make them feel loved and cared for in a way that is relatable and reassuring. Due to...
I moved my son to Just Imagine because he and I were unhappy with his previous nursery, and the difference in care has been outstanding! Just Imagine has been amazing. They treat the children like family and make them feel loved and cared for in a way that is relatable and reassuring. Due to relocating overseas, we have unfortunately had to leave, but If I could take the team with us, then I would! They have made my son feel comfortable, full of joy, and really helped him blossom, whilst making myself and my partner feel confident in leaving him in their care. We will truly miss Just Imagine, and hope we can find a childcare centre just as great!
Hi, thank you for your review. Sorry to hear of your unhappy start with a previous nursery, but we are so pleased that you and your son are very happy here. It's great to hear that the team have made your son feel comfortable, full of joy, and really helped him blossom. We wish you all the best with your relocation.
I have sent both of my children here from 12-months-old. One is still there at 3-years-old, and the other went till he left to go to school. The nursery has looked after them both really well, and both kids have been happy there. I would recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a nursery in the...
I have sent both of my children here from 12-months-old. One is still there at 3-years-old, and the other went till he left to go to school. The nursery has looked after them both really well, and both kids have been happy there. I would recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a nursery in the area. Also, a bonus is that it’s right near the train station, super handy for those who might work in London or anywhere on the Southend Victoria line.
Thank you for the review; it's great to hear both of your children have been taken care of really well at our nursery. Thank you for recommending us!
My daughter started here in September 2021 when we moved to the area. She finds it hard to settle but has really enjoyed her time here. I feel the staff go out of their way to make me feel comfortable when she's having a bad morning, and I will get an update on the app showing her playing happily!...
My daughter started here in September 2021 when we moved to the area. She finds it hard to settle but has really enjoyed her time here. I feel the staff go out of their way to make me feel comfortable when she's having a bad morning, and I will get an update on the app showing her playing happily! She's definitely grown in confidence since starting, and overall, I'm very happy I chose Just Imagine.
Thank you for the review, and we are pleased to hear your daughter is enjoying her time at nursery. It is great that her confidence has been building. We are always here to help.
The team have made it very easy for my daughter to settle in and got me as a parent, who had a few concerns about how the little one would react.
Every day...
The team have made it very easy for my daughter to settle in and got me as a parent, who had a few concerns about how the little one would react.
Every day she has gone, she has had good feedback, made friends, eaten, learned and played.
I'm very happy, and should you sign up to the nursery; you will be very happy too.
Thank you for the review, and it's lovely to hear that your little one is happy at nursery, making friends and learning.
My child is very happy at Just Imagine. The team there all take care of her as an individual, and she has been attending since she was a baby and now has moved into the big room. I am always updated regarding her activities and her eating habits in the day. I feel that my child is taken care of by...
My child is very happy at Just Imagine. The team there all take care of her as an individual, and she has been attending since she was a baby and now has moved into the big room. I am always updated regarding her activities and her eating habits in the day. I feel that my child is taken care of by a team that treats her kindly. We feel fortunate to have such an excellent nursery and child care setting which provides excellent service with a personal touch. Thank you.
Thank you for the review and for saying we are an excellent nursery. We love taking care of all the children in our care.
The staff are great, so supportive of the children and always with their best interests at the centre of everything they do....
The staff are great, so supportive of the children and always with their best interests at the centre of everything they do. Couldn't recommend this setting highly enough.
Thank you for the review and for saying the staff are great. The children certainly are at the centre of everything we do!
My daughter absolutely loves Just Imagine Day Nursery. She has really come out of herself and become a lot more confident since she started in the baby room. She is now in the big room, and since being in there, I have noticed how her speech has improved as well as her making lots of new friends,...
My daughter absolutely loves Just Imagine Day Nursery. She has really come out of herself and become a lot more confident since she started in the baby room. She is now in the big room, and since being in there, I have noticed how her speech has improved as well as her making lots of new friends, which is lovely to see! She loves all of the teachers who have worked with her in all three rooms; they have all been amazing with her during her time at Just Imagine. She does lots of fun activities, and I love seeing all of her nursery work. The manager is always helpful with any queries or worries we may have to do with the nursery or with our daughter.
Thank you for the review. It's lovely to hear your daughter has become a lot more confident and is making friends at nursery.
I was so nervous and full of guilt leaving them so young, but the staff at Just Imagine settled them and me very quickly.
My daughter normally never lets...
I was so nervous and full of guilt leaving them so young, but the staff at Just Imagine settled them and me very quickly.
My daughter normally never lets me out of her sight, yet she goes into nursery happy and excited every time.
I can’t recommend this nursery enough; the staff feel like our children’s second family, and I’m so glad we found them!
Thank you for leaving a lovely review. It really is amazing to hear that the nursery team were able to help yourselves and your children through the transition, also glad we were able to calm your nerves. I am glad your daughter has built an excellent bond with staff members that she is able to go...
Thank you for leaving a lovely review. It really is amazing to hear that the nursery team were able to help yourselves and your children through the transition, also glad we were able to calm your nerves. I am glad your daughter has built an excellent bond with staff members that she is able to go into nursery happy and excited. Thank you for saying we are like a second family to your daughter, as after all, family does come first! I would also like to thank you for saying you would recommend us to other parents.
I have been using this nursery for my three children for the past 10+ years now. I currently have my 3-year-old at the nursery. She attends twice a week for a full day, and she always looks forward to going, and she loves it there! The staff are supportive, lovely and caring and wouldn't hesitate...
I have been using this nursery for my three children for the past 10+ years now. I currently have my 3-year-old at the nursery. She attends twice a week for a full day, and she always looks forward to going, and she loves it there! The staff are supportive, lovely and caring and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to friends or family.
Hello, thank you for leaving a review. How amazing to hear your three children all came to Just Imagine. It's lovely to hear that your daughter is attending the nursery at the moment and that she loves the nursery and looks forward to attending on her nursery days! I am happy that you think our...
Hello, thank you for leaving a review. How amazing to hear your three children all came to Just Imagine. It's lovely to hear that your daughter is attending the nursery at the moment and that she loves the nursery and looks forward to attending on her nursery days! I am happy that you think our staff are supportive, caring and lovely. Thank you for saying you wouldn't hesitate to recommend us to your family or friends.
My child has been attending Just Imagine Day Nursery Station Avenue for just over a year, and I can say it's one of the best decisions I've made. From day one, the staff made her feel welcome, and she settled in so quickly and made new friends. The manager is amazing, and so are all the staff. The...
The level of interaction and engagement is superb, and I highly recommend this nursery.
Hello, thank you for leaving a lovely review. How lovely to hear that you think sending your child to Just Imagine was one of the best decisions you have made! I'm glad our nursery team made your daughter feel welcome, helped her settle in quickly and also built bonds with the other children at...
Hello, thank you for leaving a lovely review. How lovely to hear that you think sending your child to Just Imagine was one of the best decisions you have made! I'm glad our nursery team made your daughter feel welcome, helped her settle in quickly and also built bonds with the other children at nursery. Thank you for saying how we are able to accommodate for working families due to our opening hours and that you would highly recommend us.
Our young son (4) started here in August last year (when he was 3) after we lost our lovely childminder. He had some settling in sessions before he started school, and he really enjoys it. His papa and I were very anxious initially with this transition going from a full-time childminder to a new...
Our young son (4) started here in August last year (when he was 3) after we lost our lovely childminder. He had some settling in sessions before he started school, and he really enjoys it. His papa and I were very anxious initially with this transition going from a full-time childminder to a new before and after school/holiday club - plus starting school... and he’s settled in really really well! We are so happy. The staff are just great, friendly and accommodating. It’s comforting to know he’s in safe hands on the school runs and in the holidays. We’d recommend this lovely place!
Hi, thank you for leaving a review. I'm glad to hear that you were eased with the transition process and that your son is settled and happy at Just Imagine. It's lovely to hear that you think the nursery team are great, accommodating and friendly! Thank you for saying that you know your son is in safe hands whilst in our care and you would recommend us!
Thank you to the whole team; I can't...
Thank you to the whole team; I can't recommend enough.
Hello, thank you for leaving a lovely review. I'm happy to hear that you're happy with the team and how they take care of your son. Thank you for saying how you would recommend our nursery to other parents.
I also find that the meals provided have helped my little boy to...
I also find that the meals provided have helped my little boy to become more welcoming to different foods and ask more questions about what he’s eating as well as more curious about everything around him.
I would definitely recommend this nursery to anyone wanting to provide their child with the best care and support. It helps to leave them with someone you can fully trust, and in my opinion, I trust this nursery with my whole being.
Hi, thank you for leaving a lovely review. I am happy that you think our staff are excellent at taking care of your little one and making sure he enjoys himself at nursery. It's great that your son is now even more confident and outgoing since starting at Just Imagine, and also that the setting has...
Hi, thank you for leaving a lovely review. I am happy that you think our staff are excellent at taking care of your little one and making sure he enjoys himself at nursery. It's great that your son is now even more confident and outgoing since starting at Just Imagine, and also that the setting has helped your child try all different foods is amazing! Thank you for saying you would recommend our nursery to other parents and that you can trust us.
My daughter loves going, wakes up every morning excited to go, and when she finishes, tells me how much fun she’s had. The staff are lovely, and my daughter is a very fussy eater but always eats her food at nursery.
My daughter loves going, wakes up every morning excited to go, and when she finishes, tells me how much fun she’s had. The staff are lovely, and my daughter is a very fussy eater but always eats her food at nursery.
Hello, thank you for leaving a review. It's so lovely to hear that your daughter loves to get up every morning and attend nursery. To have them little catch-ups in the evenings when your little one finishes nursery about what they have done throughout the day is just magical; it also helps towards their communication and language development!
My son has been attending the nursery since September 2021, and he has enjoyed every day that he has been. The staff are great with him, and they take their time with him in helping him to learn new things. They have a great variety of meals and snacks to choose from that cater to all. Since my son...
My son has been attending the nursery since September 2021, and he has enjoyed every day that he has been. The staff are great with him, and they take their time with him in helping him to learn new things. They have a great variety of meals and snacks to choose from that cater to all. Since my son has been going, he has learned so much, and I feel that it’s helped him in so many ways social and learning skills. I would highly recommend this nursery, as I could not fault the staff or manager in any way. Any incidents we are always made aware of which is great to know what is going on at all times as it can be worrying to leave your child in other peoples hands, but I know that any issues I will always get a phone call or informed on picking him up - 10/10 rating for me.
Hello, thank you for leaving a review. It's lovely to hear that your son is enjoying visiting the nursery, and he has built bonds with the staff. We are glad you're happy with the food that we provide for your son and that your son also likes the meals. The team work hard towards the children's...
Hello, thank you for leaving a review. It's lovely to hear that your son is enjoying visiting the nursery, and he has built bonds with the staff. We are glad you're happy with the food that we provide for your son and that your son also likes the meals. The team work hard towards the children's development, and it's amazing to hear that you have been able to see such a big addition to his learning since him starting at the nursery. It's great to hear that you are happy with the communication between the nursery team and yourselves.
Our son has been going to Just Imagine for over a year now, and I can honestly say he loves it; he talks about all of his teachers very fondly and enjoys going there every week. They do different activities every day, which are shown to the parents through the app, so that really helps me to feel...
Our son has been going to Just Imagine for over a year now, and I can honestly say he loves it; he talks about all of his teachers very fondly and enjoys going there every week. They do different activities every day, which are shown to the parents through the app, so that really helps me to feel like I am not missing out. They learn through play, and he often comes home and tells me all about what he has learnt that day; the latest topic he was interested in was volcanos. He has made some wonderful friends here, and we love it so much that our daughter will be starting in July when I return to work. Thank you for all you do.
Hello, thank you for leaving a review. It's so lovely to hear that your son is really enjoying his time at Just Imagine and how he has built a bond with his teachers and he talks about them at home fondly. We are happy to hear you are enjoying receiving all the photos and information on your son's...
Hello, thank you for leaving a review. It's so lovely to hear that your son is really enjoying his time at Just Imagine and how he has built a bond with his teachers and he talks about them at home fondly. We are happy to hear you are enjoying receiving all the photos and information on your son's day through the app and that you get to see all the different activities they do whilst learning through play. It's lovely that you have made the decision to enrol your daughter and that she will be able to have the same happy and fun-filled experiences as your son.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Apr 2023Recipient: Family First Day Nurseries
- 29 Apr 2022Recipient: Family First Day Nurseries
- 20 Nov 2021Recipient: Family First Day Nurseries
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Meet the Team (1)

Hi, I’m Katie, Nursery Manager. I joined Just Imagine Wickford – Station Avenue in January 2012. I have over 12 years of early years experience...
Hi, I’m Katie, Nursery Manager. I joined Just Imagine Wickford – Station Avenue in January 2012. I have over 12 years of early years experience within all age ranges, including safeguarding and SEND. I was a senior practitioner for 6 years and have progressed to Nursery Manager.
I am passionate about my job role and aim to provide a safe, nurturing, and enriched environment for the children within our care, enabling them to learn and grow.
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