Explorers Elm Park

33 The Broadway, Elm Park, Hornchurch RM12 4RN
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  • Explorers Elm Park, Hornchurch
Explorers Elm Park offers childcare in Hornchurch, London. Situated on a residential street, it is accessible by car, the Elm Park tube station and several bus routes.

The nursery provides a homely environment that features play areas specially designed to support each child's development in the seven key areas of learning, in line with the EYFS curriculum.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rachel Lee (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 42

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • 7.30am till 12.30pm or 1pm till 6pm £35,


    7.30am till 6pm £65

Opening Times

  • 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

When Closed

  • Between Christmas & New Year

Explorers Elm Park Reviews (43)

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Explorers Elm Park has a Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Explorers Elm Park has 43 reviews.

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Review from Sarah F (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is such a lovely nursery. The environment is friendly, supportive and encouraging. My daughter has attended the nursery for two years and loves going! The staff are great and keep me up to date on her progress throughout the day. The activities the children do develop their social, communication
and creativity skills whilst always having fun. 10/10 from us! Great value for money too.
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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Explorers for around a year and a half now and absolutely loves it. Great location and lovely members of staff who are patient and helpful.
He did go through a phase of some bad habits, unfortunately; however, Explorers noticed this and raised their concerns to my attention. We
sat down together and put a plan in place of different methods and exercises we could do to overcome this. He has developed so much with his speech, listening and understanding. I really appreciated this from Explorers, especially his key worker and the manager.
Love that they rotate their themed activities fortnightly and do activities such as teaching them the importance of brushing their teeth. My son loves sports day, baking and anything messy play!
You get updates on the app about your child's day and sometimes photos of what they've been up to.
I would highly recommend this nursery!
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Review from Debbie R (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, they take such great care of my daughter. She is so fulfilled and entertained with so many fun activities. The staff are amazing, friendly and caring everything you want in a nursery.
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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so happy that we chose Explorers Elm Park to take care of our little girl. Over the last two years, she has grown into a bright, sociable, inquisitive little girl and I have no doubt that the setting and staff have had a huge impact on that. I am often complimented on her speech, how polite she
is, her ability to count and make sense of her surroundings, how quickly she took to potty training, all of which I feel have been supported by the nursery.
The updates on the app give me reassurance as a parent and I love the pictures of her taking part in all the activities! I can see she has a lovely little routine, with the freedom to play and learn.
I feel that Explorers has absolutely met her needs as a baby growing into a toddler and I am confident that she will be more than ready to start school next year. If I have another child, I will be applying for a place for them straight away!
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Review from Lisa B (Aunt of Child) published on 15 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nephew has been attending Explorers at Elm Park for over 2 years now. I often pick him up from nursery and he is always so happy and tells me that he has had a great day. He absolutely loves robot reg and the football coach. Most of the staff are very helpful. His key worker is great and takes the
time to tell you how he has been. I find the app so useful and love seeing the pictures of him enjoying himself and it is reassuring to see what food he has eaten and how much etc. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Joe G (Father of Child) published on 21 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Explorers is a fantastic nursery. A great location, very clean and spacious. But most importantly, the staff are amazing. Always have a smile on their face. Love using the nursery app to see what my child has been up to during the day. Highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Lee K (Father of Child) published on 12 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Elm Park Explorers is an amazing, clean, safe, fun and well-resourced nursery. Our little girl loves every moment that she attends and regularly comes home with arts and crafts that she has created. She always has a smile on her face and this is a testament to the management team and all staff looking
after the children. As a parent, knowing your child is safe, warm and having fun whilst learning is everything we look for. Thank you for continually making our little girl smile and helping her on her development journey.
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Review from Kim G (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one started at Explorers when she was approaching nine months. In the four months she has been attending, the team have been excellent and I have returned to work knowing my daughter is having the best time and being extremely well cared for. Myself and my husband have been kept up to date
constantly and communication with the Bell Room Team and her key person has been outstanding. Would not send my daughter anywhere else, I don't think she would let me!
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Review from Jessica S (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Explorers Elm Park when she was 5 months old and is now 15 months and going full time. I could not have asked for a better nursery; they keep you up to date with their day through the app, they send pictures and observations and always have great activities for the children. She
has developed so much and is really enjoying it. The staff are all very caring and update the parents regularly on their children's progress. Thanks to all the staff at Explorers Elm Park.
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Review from B K (Father of Child) published on 4 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Great nursery, I can see my daughter developing even though she only goes one day a week on Thursdays. Staff are attentive and very friendly which is a big plus! Management can be reached easily and if any concerns these are addressed at ease.
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Review from Katarina P (Mother of Child) published on 3 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
At first, I was reluctant and had mixed feelings about my baby going to nursery at all. After a couple of months, I only regret not taking her earlier! I am so happy and pleased with this nursery! She is always so happy and over the moon to play and have fun! They are always busy exploring with lots
of well-thought-out activities. She absolutely loves messy play (my personal favourite are creative ones because they get to keep their masterpieces). I cannot praise them enough, entire team is all hands on deck! There are updates and regular reports about your child and their progress too. Hence I cannot recommend it enough! The absolute best! Keep up the good work!
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Review from Arbora A (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can’t recommend this place enough!
Many thanks from the heart for all your compassion, hard work, love, dedication, patience to the children, caring and cuddling them, making every day a fun and learning environment.
You have become the second family for my little one. I will never reward you for
the amazing job you are doing. Thank you to all. You are all doing excellent work!
A big thank you to all the team!
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Elm Park
Thank you for your lovely comments - we are delighted that you are having a great experience with us!
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Review from Chloe F (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love Explorers Elm Park and all the staff. They are all so welcoming to my son. It is so obvious they adore him, and he adores them back.
The updates throughout the day are so reassuring, and it’s lovely to see what activities they have done.
I would highly recommend Explorers!
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Review from Sophie F (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend this nursery. We moved my three year old son here in March and he settled immediately. All of the staff have made him feel so welcome and cared for, as well as providing us with lots of reassurance. The facilities and activities are amazing, management are very helpful and well organised
and the level of communication is exceptional. He loves to tell us about his day and really looks forward to attending.
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Review from Elissa M (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my daughters go to this nursery, one is three and the other eleven months! They absolutely love it here and are always coming home with art work. The baby has settled in very well and the staff have been great from the start. Both girls are so happy here and the staff are great.
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Review from Charlotte G (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started late February just before his second birthday. It was a big decision during these worrying times but from the moment we viewed and the owners showed us around we were put at ease straight away. Explorers is a breath of fresh air. I feel lucky that it came along at a time we desperately
needed it. The app is wonderful and we are kept up to date. The food sounds lovely and the activities look brilliant. I’m really pleased that the nursery has a garden too, as we didn’t expect that. Thank you for making us, our son and our older daughter on pick up, who loves a chat, feel welcome at Explorers Elm Park!
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Elm Park
We are delighted that you are happy with the nursery and that you all feel welcomed. We strive for a 'home from home' environment and a massive thank you for choosing an Explorers nursery.
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Review from Samanth G (Mother of Child) published on 11 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Explorers Elm Park now for a few months and he absolutely loves it! The staff are amazing and very understanding to anxious parents leaving their child in their care. The regular updates through the day are brilliant and the communication at drop off and pick up times is wonderful.
I can already see a difference in my son, he learns something new every day and loves telling us all about his day. The setting itself is lovely and creative. Perfectly clean and a comfortable and safe environment for all children attending.
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Review from Jacqui B (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Elm Park Explorers have been excellent from the start. The team are great at communicating and are always warm and friendly. My son clearly enjoys his time here and is becoming increasingly confident and communicative at home too. I feel at ease knowing he is cared for and supported so well by the nursery.
The regular app updates and photos, as well as the development observations are great. The site is welcoming, clean and has plenty of activities/equipment. Highly recommend.
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Review from V I (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kind and protective management and staff, very involved in the activities with children, plenty of activities.
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Review from Alan M (Father of Child) published on 12 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This was our first experience of leaving our daughter outside our family circle and we obviously had concerns on how she would deal with this. However, the staff were brilliant in dealing with our concerns and the updates received on the initial day and even now, what we still receive throughout the
day are very good, this also gives a good insight into seeing what they are up to. The staff are very good and the setting is ideal with plenty of activities available, also its reassuring to see how close an involvement the owners of the nursery have on a daily basis. Our daughter absolutely loves going there and we had seen a noticeable difference in her progression since we put her into the nursery, so another plus point for us.
Reply from Richelle Cook, Director at Explorers Elm Park
Thank you for your kind comments and I’m delighted you have trusted us to care for your little one. The app is a wonderful tool for us to keep in touch and share the day with you!
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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 Explorers Elm Park 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 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 Explorers Elm Park is calculated as follows: ( (167 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 168 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 Explorers Elm Park is based on 14 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 42 number of registered child places is 8.4, which has been reached with 14 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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