Centre Place Nursery

15 Prospect Close, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2JD
Review Us
9.3 24 Reviews
  • Centre Place Nursery, Southend-on-Sea
Centre Place Nursery in Southend-on-Sea offers flexible, affordable childcare for children aged between 0-5 years.

The friendly, dedicated and highly qualified team organises the day to enable children to participate in a variety of child-initiated and adult supported activities.

The nursery caters for each individual child's needs and they have the freedom to choose from a range of exciting play and learning activities, including group activities.
Show Centre Place Nursery on the Map

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Tara Simpson (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Registered Charity Number

  • 1096526

Total Places for Children

  • 59

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Funding & Fees

  • 0-2 Room - we do accept 15 hours and 30 hour funding - this is stretched across whole year and no term time contracts. A minimum of 3 days a week booking. Each session £74 for full day 0800 - 1700. No half days available.


    2-5 Room - 30 hour funded Sessions are stretched all year round. Sessions are either 0800 - 1230 or 1230 - 1700 or full days 0800 - 1700 . A minimum of 2.5 days each week.
    2-5 Room - 15 hours universal funding - we accept universal funding also limited spaces.


    Full day 2-5 Room £74
    AM session 0800 - 1230 £39
    PM session 1230 - 1700 - £37.

  • We do have some spaces for next term. Please check your eligibility for funding on the gov.uk website.


    If you require a registration form, please do email us for online registration form. Thank you,

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-17:00
    Tuesday 08:00-17:00
    Wednesday 08:00-17:00
    Thursday 08:00-17:00
    Friday 08:00-17:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Centre Place Nursery Reviews (24)

9.3

Centre Place Nursery has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.287) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Centre Place Nursery has 24 reviews.

Overall Experience
  • 22
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
Date Published
  • 24
  • 5
  • 6
  • 8
  • 16
Reviewer Connection to Centre Place Nursery
  • 21
  • 2
  • 1
Total of 24, showing 1-20
Review from Anabel L (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hands down the best nursery we have come across. For us, centre place was more than just a nursery. All the staff were not only extremely professional but treated our daughter with care and affection. They went the extra mile and our daughter had a genuine connection with the team and the other children.
We haven't come across another nursery where the staff aren't just doing a day job. Tara and her team were always contactable, any questions they'd respond straight away and our daughter loved it there. We hope to send our newborn there when she is old enough. There isn't anything we could fault the team and facilities on and we know we couldn't find another nursery quite like this one.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Emily T (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so incredibly grateful for the amazing care and support our child received at this nursery. From the very beginning, the team made us feel welcome, supported, and reassured. They truly went above and beyond-not only helping our child to grow, learn, and thrive, but also supporting us as parents
every step of the way.
The staff are kind, patient, and genuinely dedicated to the children in their care. They took the time to get to know our child as an individual, nurturing his confidence, independence, and happiness. Every drop-off was met with warm smiles and every pick-up brought stories of what he'd enjoyed and learned that day.
We can't thank the nursery enough for all they've done for our family. It's been such a positive experience, and we'll always look back with appreciation and fond memories. Highly, highly recommend to any parent looking for a nurturing, professional, and truly caring environment for their little one.
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review. All staff are dedicated in making the experience a joyful one for the child and the family. It has been a real privilege to have been part of your child's…read more
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from F S (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery and the staff there have really helped me through my tuff times working with me and adjusting to help in every way possible, the staff really do go above and beyond and I truly felt at ease leaving my child with them.
The communication is great if not at the door I would always recieve
updates on the app.
I was always met with happy staff which obviously makes a difference overall I really can't fault this nursery at all.
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for your review. We want to ensure our parents feel supported just as much as the children whilst at nursery - and working in partnership is so important. The staff take great…read more
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from T W (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good nursery with lovely caring staff. You all do a wonderful job. The staff are hardworking and friendly, my child always looked forward to going to nursery. I am very glad I choose this nursery for my child
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for your review. The staff are committed to ensure each child has the best journey possible with us and it has been an absolute pleasure being part of your child's journey.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Nadia M (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
It's a good nursery. My child was very happy there and the staff was friendly.
My child was registered there for just over a year. The staff cares about the children and make an effort to build relationship with the parents.
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words. We have loved having your child at our nursery and to work in partnership with you.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Victor M (Father of Child) published on 13 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had an absolutely wonderful experience with Centre Place Nursery for our daughter. From the very first day, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, caring, and attentive. Our daughter has thrived in this nurturing environment, and we have seen significant growth in her social and cognitive
skills.
The activities and programs offered are engaging and educational, and the facilities are always clean and well-maintained. The communication from the nursery has been excellent, keeping us informed about our daughter's progress and any upcoming events.
We are truly grateful for the positive impact Centre Nursery has had on our daughter's development, and we highly recommend this nursery to other parents.
Thank you to the entire team for your dedication and hard work!
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words. It has been a pleasure to have been part of your daughters journey. Thank you.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Rachel F (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has additional needs and was always excited about his days here. The staff were amazing with him, really understanding of his needs and helped him massively with his progress and confidence. Staff are always happy and friendly, with good communications. Also get updates on their app about your
child's day while they're there which was nice. He has now moved up into school but if Centre Place was still an option, I'd 100% have him back there as he was definitely much happier with these guys, goes to show how much they all did for him whilst he was there and how happy he was. I couldn't have picked a better nursery for him. They are the best! We miss you guys!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Rachel D (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has really enjoyed being at nursery. She used to go in with no problems, running up to the staff and putting her arms up for a cuddle. She has really developed whilst attending, especially with her confidence and independence. The staff and management were always helpful and approachable.
I also really appreciated the use of their app and being able to see exactly how my daughter's day had been.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from V A (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is so happy at this nursery. Since she’s been there, she’s been such a happy child and well-engaged. I will definitely recommend for others to take their children there. The staff and management are great too. They are always ready to help with any questions I might have. So supportive and
helpful in a lot of ways. I am such a happy parent because my daughter is happy at the nursery.
Reply from Bradley Flavien, Childcare Operations Manager at Centre Place Nursery
I'm glad to hear how happy your daughter is and I thank you for your kind review. I know the manager and her team will be really happy to read it!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from T E (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Best nursery ever, all polite and understanding and would definitely recommend to others, my daughter has learnt so much since being here in a couple of months. My daughter never wants to come home, she enjoys it so much.
Reply from Bradley Flavien, Childcare Operations Manager at Centre Place Nursery
I'm glad to hear how happy your daughter is and I thank you for your kind review. I know the manager and her team will be really happy to read it!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from G T (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my children have been attending the nursery they have really gained confidence and are developing new skills, their communication skills are improving, in fact, everything has improved since attending this setting. The staff go above and beyond to be helpful and kind and I feel my children will
miss this place when it's time to move on to a new setting and so will I. Once again, I would like to praise the staff and management at this setting, professional all the time and so invested in each and every child, it's a beautiful thing to witness. Centre Place Nursery came highly recommended from my health visitor and other families in the area and I'm very happy my children are here, so a massive thank you to all the staff and management.
Reply from Bradley Flavien, Childcare Operations Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to review the nursery and your amazing comments. I'll share your feedback with the Manager and her team who I know will be extremely pleased!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Annsealia O (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great school. After changing my son from another school to this one, my son felt so welcomed. He’s very happy to be at this school. Teachers are very nice and helpful. They are so great about sharing moments of pride they see within your child – their good behaviours and achievements; and they know
the importance of getting the parents involved should an issue arise, highly recommended.
Reply from Bradley Flavien, Childcare Operations Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you for taking time to review the nursery and your complimentary comments. I'll share your feedback with the manager and her team who I know will be extremely pleased!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from F J (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children came here after having to take them out of their old nursery.
They started two months before the summer holidays, they immediately loved the place and all the staff are absolutely amazing and so welcoming. My children have come so far in such a little space of time and I couldn't
recommend this nursery more! The best nursery in town! Thank you all for showing so much kindness, love and support to my children. This isn't just a nursery to my children, this is their extended family. None of my children has ever had any issues and the staff communication with the parents is so easy and comfortable.
My third child will definitely be joining the Centre Place Nursery family in September and I am so excited for him.
Reply from Bradley Flavien, Childcare Operations Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you for taking time to review the nursery and your complimentary comments. I'll share your feedback with the manager and her team who I know will be extremely pleased!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from R F (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Great nursery. The staff in the baby room are brilliant with my little girl, she has progressed so much after starting at seven months old, they have lots of different activities to do and a great outdoor area, the cleanliness is brilliant too. They constantly communicate with me and I love the app,
I can see everything she has done that day and eaten and even her nappies.
Reply from Bradley Flavien, Childcare Operations Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you for taking time to review the nursery and your complimentary comments. I'll share your feedback with the manager and her team who I know will be extremely pleased!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Shannon A (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been here since September 2021 and has thrived so much since being here. They have amazing staff and a good understanding of your child’s needs. Work with the family and support them. Recommend this nursery so much, I’m glad I put my daughter there.
Reply from Bradley Flavien, Childcare Operations Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you for taking time to review the nursery and your complimentary comments. I'll share your feedback with the manager and her team who I know will be extremely pleased!
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from J C (Grandmother of Child) published on 15 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My granddaughter loves going to nursery at Centre Place Nursery, recently she was diagnosed as autistic and the care they give my sensory seeker is outstanding. The handovers are easy as she is so excited to be there. They have things in place to deal with her special needs and work with me and the
speech therapist on what we are doing at any one time. I am so grateful to them all for the care they have for her.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2-year-old son has learned a lot here. He has become confident in exploring and communicating. All the staff are super nice, the senior practitioner, nursery practitioner and deputy manager have been wonderful to my toddler. They not only look after my son but also provides ongoing advice on various
matters which was very helpful for me as a first-time mother. They also have a lovely garden, my son loves playing outdoors. I can't recommend them enough for their genuine love for children, their affection and their sincerity.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Jenna G (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children currently attend this nursery and have since they were both under 1 year old. The staff are absolutely incredible and my children love coming here. The communication between staff and parents is fantastic, be it via phone, face to face or on the app. There is such a family feel and
they treat each and every child as if they were their own. The facilities in the nursery are amazing. The garden is huge and has lots of equipment and activities set up for them to play with and inside there are reading nooks, sensory areas and lots of imaginative play. I honestly cannot fault this nursery and would recommend it to anyone who wants their children to go somewhere safe, fun and inclusive.
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for this review. It is an absolute priveledge to look after your children and it is so lovely to hear your comments - I feel so proud to be part of this team. Thank you again, this…read more
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from L K (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great employees, very loving, good organizer. I 100% recommend the Centre Place Nursery to any mother who is unsure about their choice of nursery. My son loved visiting the nursery every day. Center Place also has its own app, in which you are always up to date.
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for your review. We have loved having your son at nursery and the smiles he brought to us. We will miss you all and wish all the best for big school. Enjoy your summer.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Review from Katarzyna L (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves her nursery and teachers. She is singing songs, counting and knows the letters. She always comes back happy from nursery and always goes to nursery with pleasure and a big smile. Staff are very friendly and helpful, always trying to find a solution if you are in trouble with money
or any other life problems. We will miss our nursery when she goes to school.
Reply from Tara Simpson, Manager at Centre Place Nursery
Thank you so much for your review it is uplifiting to know us as a team make a difference. We wish you all the best for the future and the new adventures that wait at big school. Have a lovely summer.
  • Facilities / Outside Space
  • Learning
  • Resources / Equipment / ICT
  • Care
  • Activities
  • Staff
  • Food / Nutrition
  • Management
  • Cleanliness
  • Safeguarding
  • Value for Money
Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.287)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.287) out of 10 for Centre Place Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 8 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 4.809 for Centre Place Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (82 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 94 Ratings = 4.809
  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 4.478 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Centre Place Nursery is based on 8 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 = 3.8
    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 59 number of registered child places is 11.8. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 11.8 = 0.678
  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.

Child Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

Loading

Loading Loading

Loading

Loading

Awards / Recognitions (3)

Meet the Team (6)

Tara

Tara Simpson

Job Title: Early Years Manager

Worked in Childcare for 15 years.

Amanda

Amanda

Job Title: Early Years Assistant Manager

SENCo and Worked in childcare for 25 years.

Sarah

Sarah

Job Title: Early years Educator

Worked in childcare for 28 years.

Natalie

Natalie

Job Title: Early years Educator

Worked in Childcare for 27 years.

Aziza

Aziza

Job Title: Lead Early Years Educator

Worked in childcare for 15 years

Tenicia

Tenicia

Job Title: Early Years Assistant

Worked in EYA for 2 years.

Frequently Asked Questions about Centre Place Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Centre Place Nursery accepts?

Centre Place Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Centre Place Nursery Open?

Centre Place Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-17:00, Tuesday 08:00-17:00, Wednesday 08:00-17:00, Thursday 08:00-17:00, Friday 08:00-17:00.

How many Children does Centre Place Nursery have capacity for?

Centre Place Nursery has capacity for a total of 59 Children.

How far is Centre Place Nursery to the centre of Southend-on-Sea?

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

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of daynurseries.co.uk. Please contact Centre Place Nursery to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Centre Place Nursery has an Enhanced Service - more info.