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Housed in a transformed piece of London industrial heritage, the Canada Water nursery offers 48 children from six months to five years something uniquely special.
There is a genuine nature reserve on the doorstep, a hydroponics programme where children grow food year-round, and a generous outdoor playground designed for active, exploratory play. There is nowhere quite like it.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Minimum attendance
- 1 day per week
Full days available
YesGroup / Owner
- Hatching Dragons Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Roli Ityav (Manager of Canada Water)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 12
Total Places for Children
- 50
Age Range
- from 0 years 6 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
YesConsumables provided include
Wipes
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:30
- Tuesday07:30-18:30
- Wednesday07:30-18:30
- Thursday07:30-18:30
- Friday07:30-18:30
When Closed
- Bank Holidays, between Christmas & New Year, 3 INSET days
Funding & Fees
Typical monthly cost for a 3-days place
£534/ month
Please note that the displayed private 4-day figure will receive a 5% discount, bringing it to £1,880 for Under 3's, and £1,762 for Over 3's. Please note that the displayed private 5-day figure will receive a 10% discount, bringing it to £2,213 for Under 3's, and £2,070 for Over 3's.
Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.
Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.Defaults shown
9 months to 2 years • 3-days • 30 hours funding • all year
How this price scales (per month)
1 day per week
£68
3 days per week
£534
5 days per week
£1,534
Adjust for your situation
What this price covers
- Standard chargeable day 8:00am to 6:00pm (10 hours)
- 22.4 funded hours used per week. Remaining hours charged privately.
- Included in this price: Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks and Wipes
Price without government funding: £1,500 / month (£118 / day)
If you're not eligible or haven't claimed funded hours.More info
- £966/month more than the funded price.
- This is what you'd pay if your child is under 9 months, or if you're not eligible for or haven't claimed funded hours.
About this price
How funding is applied, how the monthly figure is calculated.More info
- Working parents of children aged 9 months to 2 years can usually claim up to 30 funded hours a week. The working-parent hours depend on each parent meeting the minimum earnings rules and earning under £100,000 a year. This nursery stretches funded hours across 51 weeks of the year. You've selected 30 funded hours.
- This nursery applies up to 10 funded hours per day, stretched across 51 weeks of the year. With your selected funding, 22.4 hours are covered each week. Hours beyond this, including the early and late parts of the day, are charged at the standard rate.
- We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.
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Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water Reviews (9)
Over all time Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water has 9 reviews.
This nursery was the best decision ever made. We moved our daughter from her previous nursery due to negligence and we came to Hatching Dragons because they had a bilingual programme. The care from the staff has been phenomenal. Even when our daughter struggled with her behaviour they always worked...
This nursery was the best decision ever made. We moved our daughter from her previous nursery due to negligence and we came to Hatching Dragons because they had a bilingual programme. The care from the staff has been phenomenal. Even when our daughter struggled with her behaviour they always worked in partnership with us, still maintained kindness towards her and she has flourished in this nursery. She loves going to nursery, and I always feel like the staff care about every child as much as their parents do. I wish she could stay at this nursery until school because their teaching is independent and dedicated. It really puts the children in a good position for when they actually start school.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. I'm sure the managers and the staff will be thrilled to hear that their hard work is recognized and appreciated. We would love to see you at our upcoming free Stay and Play Session this last Friday of August. Don't miss out on the fun!
The staff and care my little one recieved was exceptional. We always felt she was loved and looked after well.
We only left due to relocation in another part of the country. We all miss Hatching Dragons Nursery so much. Thank you all!
The staff and care my little one recieved was exceptional. We always felt she was loved and looked after well.
We only left due to relocation in another part of the country. We all miss Hatching Dragons Nursery so much. Thank you all!
I did actually ask if they’d look a potentially open a primary school as I don’t want my children to leave. We will definitely be using the summer camp when the time...
I did actually ask if they’d look a potentially open a primary school as I don’t want my children to leave. We will definitely be using the summer camp when the time comes.
The nutrition the children receive is excellent.
The activities the teachers provide is amazing.
The friendships formed are wonderful.
The behaviours of my children haven’t altered other than age related.
They’re excelling both inside and outside of school.
They’re extremely happy.
Most importantly they’re safe.
Highly recommend Hatching Dragons.
A brand new bilingual nursery with its own garden and playground. Manager and practitioners are professional and friendly. My daughter has settled in very well. While there are a few other nurseries in this area, we think we have made the right choice to go with Hatching Dragons!
A brand new bilingual nursery with its own garden and playground. Manager and practitioners are professional and friendly. My daughter has settled in very well. While there are a few other nurseries in this area, we think we have made the right choice to go with Hatching Dragons!
We never expected to find a bilingual English-Mandarin nursery for our daughter before, so we were very happy and excited when Hatching Dragons opened its door in our neighbourhood back in May this year. It’s been an amazing month for our daughter so far. She grows her confidence very well, she...
We never expected to find a bilingual English-Mandarin nursery for our daughter before, so we were very happy and excited when Hatching Dragons opened its door in our neighbourhood back in May this year. It’s been an amazing month for our daughter so far. She grows her confidence very well, she gets better fitting into routines and meal times at home, and she now also starts saying and understanding more words in English and Mandarin as well. My husband and I are very happy with her progress and developments, thanks to all the professional and loving teachers and staff at Hatching Dragons. Our daughter also really enjoys her time at the nursery, she’s always very excited in the morning and very happy when gets back home. I personally feel so relieved knowing that my daughter is in the right and safe place to grow up. I would definitely recommend Hatching Dragons if you’re looking for a nursery in the Canada Water area.
The bilingual environment was perfect for my daughter to settle into her new surroundings. The staff are incredibly lovely and patient with the children. They clearly have such a passion for caring for children, and it shows every day when my daughter comes home full of excitement about her day....
The bilingual environment was perfect for my daughter to settle into her new surroundings. The staff are incredibly lovely and patient with the children. They clearly have such a passion for caring for children, and it shows every day when my daughter comes home full of excitement about her day. She loves singing the songs that she learned at the nursery. She’s had trips to the nearby farm and the natural reserve, seen butterflies grow, done Yoga and enjoyed the company of her friends. The place is also quite spacious, with a nice garden full of outdoor facilities. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it!
Whilst looking for a nursery (we spent a lot of time looking at various options) we wanted something other than just standard playtime and we are very impressed with the way the...
Whilst looking for a nursery (we spent a lot of time looking at various options) we wanted something other than just standard playtime and we are very impressed with the way the Mandarin language is taught to the babies/children in a fun way that engages them and ensures they want to learn.
The staff are very professional and also responsive to any questions we have - always at the end of a phone if we need.
The food is excellent and sometimes I wish I was eating lunch there!
The outdoor space at the nursery is fantastic especially considering its zone 2 location. Also nearby is a nature reserve and a city farm that the nursery take the little ones to on mini day trips.
We highly recommend Hatching Dragons to other parents, particularly those looking for a nursery provider that offers language skills at a very young age.
We absolutely love Hatching Dragons and so does our baby!
Our baby loves Hatching Dragons and has so much fun there! The outside space means he gets to play outside during the lovely weather. The inside is a new refurbishment so everything is really modern. The staff take the children out on...
We absolutely love Hatching Dragons and so does our baby!
Our baby loves Hatching Dragons and has so much fun there! The outside space means he gets to play outside during the lovely weather. The inside is a new refurbishment so everything is really modern. The staff take the children out on mini adventures to the local city farm etc. which we think is really great for him.
We find the staff very caring and attentive and the 50/50 split between English and Mandarin is fantastic - something that very few nurseries offer. We hope that this will enable our baby to grasp both languages from a very early age.
The meals are excellent and have bi-weekly themes to add a fun and educational element to them. The food is always cooked fresh and the menu is sent to parents beforehand.
Wonderful learning environment with extremely caring and dedicated staff. Resources and activities are always well thought through with the children's interests in mind. Extra bonus is the dual language English-Mandarin curriculum! The nursery is in a unique location that offers plenty of...
Wonderful learning environment with extremely caring and dedicated staff. Resources and activities are always well thought through with the children's interests in mind. Extra bonus is the dual language English-Mandarin curriculum! The nursery is in a unique location that offers plenty of opportunities to explore nature and go on river walks. There is frequent communication with carers via their online platform and I often get live updates about what the children are doing throughout the day. Fees are a little pricey by the local area standards but you get excellent care and education for your children in return!
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- 01 Sep 2026Recipient: Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water
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Meet the Team (2)

Roli holds a Diploma in Montessori Teaching Practice and has spent the last 3 years working with children from the age of 6 months to 6 years old....
Roli holds a Diploma in Montessori Teaching Practice and has spent the last 3 years working with children from the age of 6 months to 6 years old. Roli is originally from Nigeria and enjoys seeing babies develop through the use of Montessori. Roli holds an Enhanced DBS.

Ali leads our City of London nursery, ensuring children and families experience the warmth, care and educational excellence that define Hatching...
Ali leads our City of London nursery, ensuring children and families experience the warmth, care and educational excellence that define Hatching Dragons.
With over ten years of experience supporting children and young people, he is passionate about creating inspiring learning environments where children can grow in confidence, curiosity and independence. Working closely with families and educators, Ali is committed to delivering meaningful early years experiences that help every child develop the skills, character and love of learning that will support them throughout their lives.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water
How much does Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water cost?
Typical fees at Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water are £118 / day (without govt. funding), calculated from data given to us by the nursery. Your final quote may vary.
What is the Age Range of Children that Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water accepts?
Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water Open?
Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water 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 Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water have capacity for?
Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water has capacity for a total of 50 Children.
How far is Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water to the centre of London?
4.8 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 Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Hatching Dragons Nursery Canada Water has an Enhanced Service -what an Enhanced Service includes.