Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford

1 Baden Drive, Sewardstone Road, Chingford, London E4 7FF
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Gilwell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is located in the beautiful green area of Gilwell Hill, North Chingford, offering high-quality childcare in a purpose-built setting.

The nursery is warm and friendly, aiming to provide both families and children with resources to enhance development, growth and happiness.

Managed by a qualified teacher having a degree (BA) with qualified teacher status and 26 years of experience working in childcare and early years education, the nursery offers many features and learning opportunities:

- New building with the latest in security and fire safety, also with underfloor heating throughout so those little hands and feet always feel nice and cosy
- Beautiful, bright rooms split into different play and creativity areas
- Spacious outdoor area
- Home cooked meals freshly prepared on site in the 5 Star hygiene rated kitchen
- Wonderful sensorial experiences full of textures, light and creativity for babies
- Programmes and clubs such as 'little cooks', 'gardening club' and 'little Einsteins'
- Music, poetry, arts and crafts, dancing, group discussions and family events.

Gilwell Hill is now accepting registrations for September 2023. There are funded places available for 2yr olds, 3yr olds and 4yr olds and no deposit is required.

The nursery provides childcare from 7.30-6.30 Mondays to Fridays, 51 weeks per year. It is closed on bank holidays, between Christmas and New Year and two days for staff training.

The nursery will do the utmost to accommodate all requirements, whether full-time early years education or part-time childcare.

Please contact the nursery for more information.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Hoppers Nurseries Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Emily Mottram (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Total Places for Children

  • 32

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • From £73.25 per day.

  • 7.30-18.30 full day

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Please park on Baden Drive.

Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford Reviews (27)

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Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford has a Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford has 27 reviews.

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Review from Abbie Z (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is just so wonderful. The staff are so caring. I was worried when my son started as he was very clingy but they supported him so well. They do so many 'extra curricular' activities, forest walks regularly, library trips, yoga, dance, football, basketball! The staff are genuinely caring,
nurturing and supportive. Responsive. The update the app regularly with lovely photos and written updates with personalised observations. Moving from a nursery that sent generic feedback before that was super impersonal this was a breath of fresh air! Would highly recommend it's done wonders for both my boys.
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Review from Lukas V (Father of Child) published on 15 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Enroling our daughters at Gilwell Hill has been one of the best decisions we've made.


Our girls have thrived and loved every minute of their experience.


The staff and the environment they create is what makes this place special. I couldn't recommend the nursery enough.

Reply from Emily Mottram, Manager at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much! We are very grateful for your support.
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Review from H A (Father of Child) published on 14 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly staff creating a safe environment for the children to develop. Our little one comes home and amazes us every day with something new from the nursery.


Nursery has been supporting us in our child's development from the first day and has always given great feedback to help enhance progress

when our little one is at home.


Keep up the amazing work, we are very grateful for it!

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Review from Sophie L (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending this nursery since 2023, and I honestly couldn't be happier with the care and support she's received. In such a short time, she has grown in confidence, made lovely friendships, and learnt so much. It's amazing to see how her speech, social skills, and independence have
developed.
The staff are so kind, patient, and genuinely care about each child's progress. They always take the time to share little updates about her day and the new things she's tried or achieved. It's such a warm, welcoming environment and I feel completely at ease knowing she's happy, safe, and thriving there.
I'm so proud of how far she's come since starting nursery, and that's all thanks to the fantastic team. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to other parents.
Reply from Emily Mottram, Manager at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much for your lovely words. We are so appreciative and have really valued your contributions to the nursery!
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Review from Caroline N (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of my children have attended this nursery first my two daughters, and now my son and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. The nursery itself is warm, welcoming, and beautifully maintained. The staff are not only highly trained and professional, but also genuinely compassionate and
attentive to each child's needs. My son absolutely loves going and is always excited on the days he attends. I wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and high quality early learning environment for their child.
Reply from Emily Mottram, Manager at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much! We value your words and support.
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Review from Katie E (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have been attending this nursery since they were ten months old, and now they're four years old. Over these years, the nursery has been a fantastic support for their learning, social skills, and overall development. The staff are incredibly patient, understanding, caring, and loving. It's
clear they truly value each child.
The food provided is fantastic, and the range of opportunities and activities is amazing. My boys absolutely love the outings to the woodlands and the library, and are very excited for sports day, and the graduation ceremony. All of which create such special memories and bring a sense of community. The nursery also has great links within the local community, which really enhances the children's experiences.
I couldn't recommend this nursery more highly. It's a nurturing, supportive, and engaging environment where children thrive.
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Review from R K (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Gilwell Hill is an amazing nursery. My son is really enjoying his time there and learning so much. They offer a wide range of additional classes such as yoga, basketball, football, and phonics. All of the staff are wonderful and truly do their best to support children's development.I am so pleased that
I have choosen Gilwell Hill nursery!
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Review from Olive B (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery. The staff are friendly, caring and kind. My 2 year old loves his key workers and are always excited to see them. I can see the milestones he is reaching with their help and we get regular updates on his development via personal feedback or the app. It makes me so happy to see pictures
of him playing with his friends and how happy he looks.
He eats so well at nursery too and the menu includes a variety of healthy dishes and snacks.
Can't be happier to send my boy here
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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A Wonderful Nursery That Feels Like Family!
We couldn't be happier with this nursery. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely caring - it truly feels like a second home for our son.
The environment is always spotless, the food is fresh and healthy, and the learning activities
are creative, fun, and purposeful.
We love how well they communicate with parents through the app - it keeps us updated and connected every day.
Our son has grown so much here, and we're beyond grateful. Highly recommended!
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Review from I J (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending this nursery since she was 6 months and she's 3 years old. She absolutely love the nursery.The staff are so good and always making sure they inform you everything. She loves her teachers.
Reply from Emily Mottram, Manager at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thanks so much! We love having her with us and appreciate your kind words.
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Review from Gemma S (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is outstanding.
We viewed several nurseries (most of the others were part of large chains) and this nursery is on a different level. The level of care, love, kindness and attention shown to my son by the staff is amazing. The quality of activities is excellent. My son had no trouble settling
in and seems to feel completely at home at the nursery and is very happy there. We feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful place for our son to go. We are both teachers and know how difficult it can be working with the children - a very demanding job both physically and emotionally but nothing seems any trouble for the staff here. Thank you!
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Review from Stephanie E (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been going to Gilwell Nursery for over a year now, and we are extremely pleased with the weekly activities, celebrations, and the care and attention that the staff provide. She has grown in confidence, and we are particularly happy with the personal level of care and attention that
she receives.
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Review from Kristina R (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy has the best time at Gilwell Hill, he settled in and adores the staff. We know he has so much fun there and is always well cared for. He loves the food, activities and staff! Couldn't ask for more from a nursery to know he is safe and more importantly very happy when he is there. Highly
recommend to all.
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Review from Sonia F (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dearest Gilwell, our twins have attended this nursery for over four years full-time. We love the staff so much for all the encouragement, support and teaching they have given. This nursery is simply incredible! Our sons can count to nearly one hundred and sometimes more. They can certainly write their
alphabet and read very well indeed. They love their nursery, but today was their last day, as next week they start school. The nursery have taken so much care and time with the twins. When they have been asleep in car on the way, staff have carried them safely inside. All the wonderful staff have made our children who they are today: kind, loving, empathetic towards others and always wanting to learn more. They will miss their teachers and friends terribly. The nursery have done amazing birthdays for our boys and the photos have been beautiful. Their learning journey is quite extraordinary. We are hugely indebted and forever grateful.
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Review from Karen P (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would not hesitate in recommending Hillhouse Nursery to anyone. My son has spent a very happy 3 and a 1/2 years in their fantastic care, joining when he was 6 months old. All the staff there are very caring, patient and do their utmost to ensure both you, the parent, and your child are happy. My
son is starting primary school in September and he is more than ready, he knows all his colours/shapes, can count to 20, and is doing great with his ABC. They teach the children in a fun way and such a broad range of topics. My son is happy to go to nursery. When I ask him what he will be doing there today, he always replies fun things. He has thoroughly enjoyed his time at Gilwell Hill Nursery.
Reply from Maria Badea, Business Administrator at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re so grateful for your continued support and kind words – our team relishes the opportunity to give your little one the…read more
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Review from Daniela B (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding nursery, my little girl loves it and I really believe that this is the best setting for my baby to be educated and cared for. The nursery looks like a welcoming child friendly home, very cosy with book corner, building corder, home corner or messy playing corner. The staff and the management
team are lovely, very helpful and always ready to give feedback or help with any questions or suggestions. I was a bit stressed in the beginning about my girl settling, but the staff in baby room made it very easy for her to accommodate and now she is very happy and impatient to arrive here every morning. The members of staff are very keen about getting to know each child personality and create bonds with them, always striving to understanding their emotions. My daughter has developed a lot since joining the nursery, her communication and social skills have also improved and she's become more confident. I cannot recommend enough this nursery!
Reply from Maria Badea, Business Administrator at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re so grateful for your continued support and kind words – our team relishes the opportunity to give your little one the…read more
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Review from A O (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They have a great setting, lots of activities and caring key workers. Management is engaged and listens to feedback. Great menu and approach to nutrition. My child is always happy to see them and I feel that he is being well taken care of.
Reply from Maria Badea, Business Administrator at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re so grateful for your continued support and kind words – our team relishes the opportunity to give your little one the…read more
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Review from A D (Father of Child) published on 8 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are delighted with Gilwell Hill Nursery. Our son (2 years old) is there and he loves it. He has close relationships with the staff who clearly very genuinely care for the children. Every week we look forward to the big update email with photos to see what he has been up to. He has been on trips to
local parks, we’ve seen him feeding a horse, and he is always smiling and laughing in the pictures. The manager is also always there and always available. We relocated to the area from the midlands so we were worried about our son settling in a new nursery and a new area but the manager was really supportive and kept a close watch to make sure the transition was easy. We are really grateful for the nursery and everything it does. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a nursery with a family feel.
Reply from Maria Badea, Business Administrator at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re so grateful for your continued support and kind words – our team relishes the opportunity to give your little one the…read more
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Review from Divya S (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My older son graduated from this nursery last year, and my younger son is currently there and we love it. The staff has been like a family to our children and us. They love the food that is cooked in-house. My younger son who is currently there is thriving and loves the activities, is happy and well-settled
there. We also like the new initiatives that the nursery has implemented - excellent nursery.
Reply from Maria Badea, Business Administrator at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re so grateful for your continued support and kind words – our team relishes the opportunity to give your little one the…read more
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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was nervous about my 11-month-old starting nursery but she settled in pretty much straight away. I really love this nursery and often recommend it to others. The staff and management are lovely, genuinely caring people who I can see my little girl loves and feels comfortable with. She goes in every
day with a smile on her face and I know so much of that is due to them. The nursery itself is spacious, very clean and offers a varied and fun environment to the children with a sweet little garden too. Their activities always vary as do their meals and I've been so pleased with my baby's progress since she started. I can't rate this nursery enough.
Reply from Maria Badea, Business Administrator at Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re so grateful for your continued support and kind words – our team relishes the opportunity to give your little one the…read more
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.994)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10 for Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 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 4.994 for Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford is calculated as follows: ( (155 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 156 Ratings = 4.994
  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 Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford is based on 13 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 32 number of registered child places is 6.4, which has been reached with 13 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford

What is the Age Range of Children that Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford accepts?

Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford Open?

Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford is open: 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.

How many Children does Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford have capacity for?

Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford has capacity for a total of 32 Children.

How far is Gilwell Hill Children's Day Nursery & Pre-School - Chingford to the centre of London?

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

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