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Explorers Aveley

Aveley Community Hub, High Street, South Ockendon, Essex RM15 4BY
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Explorers Aveley, South Ockendon

Explorers Aveley offers a warm and welcoming environment where children are giving every opportunity to develop both holistically and academically.

Children benefit from a varied range of early learning opportunities in addition to one-to-one support of each child's individual requirements.

Explorers Aveley places a great emphasis on individuality, creativity, self-expression and child-led learning. The toys and equipment have been carefully chosen to create environments that inspire children.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Sarah Grover(Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 7

Total Places for Children

  • 30

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 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

Parking

  • They have ample parking on site.

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Explorers Aveley has a Review Score of 10 (9.957) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Explorers Aveley has 49 reviews.

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Review from Z P (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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I couldn't ask for a better nursery and the support the staff have given my son . I'm sad he will be leaving soon . And wish the staff could all go with him to his new school . He loves every member of staff and attending . They all make a difference and are very committed to make sure the children learn ,have fun and kept safe . Thank you to all the staff .

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley

I know the staff have said that it has been a pleasure for them to be part of your son's early years journey, and I am so pleased to hear how happy he has been with us. Knowing that he has built such strong relationships with the staff and has enjoyed coming to nursery every day means a lot to us...  

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Review from Crystal W (Grandmother of Child) published on 23 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Amazing staff friendly and welcoming on every pick up and drop. They always keep us updated throughout the day on how he been doing what he his eaten as well so we know new things he has tried he doing amazing and always happy to run to staff on drop off and comes home very happy after day at nursery. Since being here from April he come out of his shell and progressing a lot.

Well done to all staff at Explorers; keep up all your hard work

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley
Thank you so much for your lovely review and for taking the time to share your experience.

We're so pleased to hear how happy your little one is at nursery and that they look forward to coming in each day. Knowing they feel comfortable and excited to see our team is the best compliment we could receive.

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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son started here just after he turned 2, he was a little reserved and not too happy about leaving me.. Staff have been consistently calming, kind and supportive and now he is happy to walk in for a fun session and comes out very smiley.. I feel the staff are very much there for the children and it's more than just a job, they care.. I am very impressed with everything - learning, communication, environment, staff, outings, hygiene, food, activities set up; everything! Thank you for what you have done so far :-)

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience.

We're delighted to hear how well your son has settled with us and that he now comes in happily and leaves with a smile. We understand what a big milestone starting nursery can be, and it's lovely to know...  

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Review from Ally W (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending this nursery since April 2026 and he has settled in fantastically. He has come out of his shell so much these past couple of months and progressed so well within his development and I couldn't thank the staff enough! Forever thankful and grateful for their hard work! Always clean tidy and kept updated everyday. Amazing overall!

Reply from Charlotte De Gennaro, Nursery Deputy Manager at Explorers Aveley

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how well your son has settled since joining us and that you've seen such wonderful progress in his confidence and development!

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Review from Laura P (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Explorers for 6 months now. After having some bad experiences with nurseries in the past with my eldest son I was nervous to send our youngest, however he has settled so well and absolutely loves going to nursery! All of the staff are so kind and caring, it feels like children are being cared for by a family member. I feel like they have a very personal approach and like to link in with home, which is lovely. The whole nursery feels like one big family! The children go out exploring the local area most days and make use of the huge field next to them. We love the app used and receive updates and photos all day long. We have regular check ins with my son's key worker and he is absolutely thriving there and smashing the targets set for him. I have personally recommended explorers to friends and family and would to anyone considering the nursery.

Reply from Charlotte De Gennaro, Nursery Deputy Manager at Explorers Aveley

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It means so much to us to hear that your son has settled so well and loves coming to Explorers!

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Review from Mohammed M (Father of Child) published on 27 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending this nursery since September, and we've been so pleased with the experience. In such a short time, she has developed and learned so much. Her confidence has really grown, and it's been wonderful to see how comfortable and happy she feels there.
She genuinely enjoys being around the staff and other children, and she always looks forward to going in and playing with them. It's clear that the environment is warm, supportive, and engaging for the children.
One thing we especially appreciate is how patient and understanding the staff are with her eating. She is quite a fussy eater and often avoids food, but the staff never give up and continue to gently encourage her to try. Their persistence and care mean a lot to us.

We're very grateful to the team for the support they've given our daughter and for helping her grow in confidence and independence.

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Review from Kelly L (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our Daughter is part of the family at Explorers Aveley, she Enjoys her time at Nursery and always excited to go back to play and develop. The App is easy to navigate but requires some better functions personal to Children ( recommendation only) she loves going on outings and comes home talking about her day. Three staff members that stick out for us are Miss Jade, Miss Sarah and Miss Lianna

Reply from Richelle Cook, Owner at Explorers Aveley

Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We absolutely love hearing that your daughter feels part of the family at Explorers Aveley and that she's excited to come back each day to play and learn. That sense of belonging is exactly what we strive to create for every child, so your words mean a...  

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Review from Ralitsa G (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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Ever since our little boy started at Explorers at the beginning of September, he has settled in quickly and seamlessly. We specifically chose this Montessori program because of its excellent reputation with babies, toddlers, and kids. The dedicated staff have not only made his days fun but have also shown great care towards all the children. Looking at the photos of his activities throughout the day is truly the highlight of my day. Knowing that I can drop him off and head to work without any concerns is a huge relief and fulfills every parent's wish. We are immensely grateful to the staff for the positive impact they have had on him in such a short period of time. When we pick him up, we see his smiling face every time - that's all we could ask for. A big thank you to the amazing staff at Explorers nursery.

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Review from Lauren F (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son started here in September and I couldn't be happier that he is there. It's so hard to think of them without you and wondering if they are ok but I just know he is so happy and loving his time there. He waits at the door in the morning excited to see who is coming out to collect him and that is because all the ladies there are so lovely!
The regular pictures and updates are great and you can see from the amount of activities everyday that they are discovering so much.
My son has really come along in eating independently and his speech is amazing.

I can't say enough, so thank you everyone at Explorers.

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're absolutely delighted to hear how much your son is enjoying his time at Explorers and that he looks forward to coming in each day - that means the world to us. It's lovely to know you're finding the updates and photos reassuring and that you can...  

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Review from Megan H (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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My little boy started Explorers at the beginning of September and has settled in straight away and has loved every second and I put it down to the amazing staff that make their days so much fun and are so caring towards the children. Seeing the pictures of my sons day and what he has been up to is the highlight of my day and I can drop him off and go to work and have no worries which is what any parent wants. Can't thank the staff enough for what they have done for him in a short amount of time! He is even trying foods that he would never try at home which my husband and I are so grateful for.

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Review from Nneka A (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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The staff here are honestly the best! They go above and beyond for all the little ones and are extremely attentive to the needs of the children. Since my daughter started in April, she has always looked forward to going to nursery with all the thoughtful seasonal activities. They do very well in encouraging exploring, independence and early learning. For example, my daughter now feeds herself at meal time very well and has improved in her cup coordination.
A lovely community and as a first time parent, it can be nerve wrecking sending your little one to nursery but all the updates, attentiveness and communication from the staff puts us at ease. They also give updates to what your child has eaten during the day which helps me as a parent because, I can encourage her with the same types of meals at home to switch it up. The nursery is always clean and well kept too, which is a major thing for me.

Amazing nursery and **brilliant staff**!! Keep up the great work :)

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Review from Rebecca M (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Cannot fault this nursery. It took us a while to find one that we felt an instant connection with. From our first visit over a year ago, until now, it has completely solidified why we chose this nursery for our son (and daughter who will be starting in September). There are so many skills that our son has learnt whilst playing and learning at Explorers, and he has all the fun whilst doing so, the updates on the app show! Communication is perfect and the team are so welcoming and accommodating. 10/10 - highly recommend

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Review from B D (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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The staff are amazing and always helpful. When my child had his settling period all staff were comforting towards him, which helped ease him into nursery. Highly recommend Explorers. Great nursery. The garden area is slightly small however having the park right outside is very beneficial.

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Review from Irina G (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with this nursery! My daughter was very attached to me, now she can't wait to go to the nursery. Very friendly and supportive staff, the app where I can see what my child does in real time is amazing!

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time with us, and we know how reassuring this is for parents. The app is a really useful tool for staff and parents to communicate and helps you see what your child is experiencing when you are not together!

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Review from J O (Grandmother of Child) published on 12 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Two of my three grandchildren attend Explorers with a third waiting to join when old enough. Our experiences have been so positive. Both grandchildren enjoy different activities, one is an avid craftier and the other loves the outdoors. Explorer's offers everything to suit the individual child. The staff are always kind and welcoming and more importantly fun and the kids love them. In all the drop off's I have done not once has there been any reluctance from either grandchild to go in with a big excited smile on their faces. To me that says it all! Thank you!

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley

Thank you for your review of the nursery. We are delighted that your family are having a positive experience with us. We are fortunate to have families return to us and that means a lot to us as a team.

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Review from S J (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I want to say thank you for the positive impact the nursery has had on my son over the past 3 years. I have observed significant growth in my child's confidence and development of knowledge. The nurturing approach of the staff has been invaluable and I truly appreciate that. Additionally, I am grateful for the detailed reports regarding his activities and learning process including moments when accidents occur. The communication provides me with reassurance knowing that my child is in capable hands. Thank you for providing him with such an environment filled with love and care.

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you have had a positive experience with us and had a positive experience with our dedicated staff team.

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Review from H D (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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A very welcoming environment that has helped my daughter to grow confidently. The staff are very nurturing. My daughter loved every day going there and she learned a lot. What I loved was that they were always doing something outside at the park, the forest, the shops, horses and the local market. These activities are brilliant for their little brains and encourage them.

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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has attended for nearly 1 year and has enjoyed every day that she attends The range if activities they do are great everything is well planned out. Communication with parents is good as well sometimes thats one of the hardest points but staff always tell you about your childs day and upload lots of piccys for parents to see overall would highly reccomend.

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Review from Jemma S (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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I can't recommend Explorers Aveley enough! My little boy came on leaps and bounds and his speech and confidence came on so much whilst being there.

All the staff were lovely and responded to any queries quickly and also made sure measures were in place to make sure my child was safe in their care.

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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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Both my child and I have had a great experience with Explorers Aveley. All the staff are extremely nice and organised. They know exactly what's going on with your child every day and any queries are answered ASAP. As a first-time mum, I was very hesitant at first when it came to nursery selection, but Explorers Aveley was the perfect choice. My child has become very confident and looks forward to attending the nursery every day. My child loves all the variety of activities the nursery offers and has built a good friendship with all the staff and children.

Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Aveley

Thank you for your review. We are very lucky to be able to take the children to the local park regularly and to visit the local shops and stalls.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Explorers Aveley

What is the Age Range of Children that Explorers Aveley accepts?

Explorers Aveley accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Explorers Aveley Open?

Explorers Aveley 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 Explorers Aveley have capacity for?

Explorers Aveley has capacity for a total of 30 Children.

How far is Explorers Aveley to the centre of South Ockendon?

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

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