Happy Orkids

Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School, Forest Road, Ilford IG6 3HB
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  • Happy Orkids, Ilford
Happy Orkids offer parents and their children exceptional childcare. It is the home of inspiration and love to encourage children to grow and learn. Children learn how to be the very best they can be, giving them an excellent start.

A brilliant beginning for children is essential for rapid development and acceleration. The safety of all children is paramount. The team will ensure that children feel secure thus promoting rapid development and self-expression. These are essential to a child’s sense of well-being, which is what Happy Orkids provides. The team aims to build a strong working partnership with WIJPS to continue the Jewish education and development within the Redbridge Borough.

It is important for all stakeholders to bridge the gap between parents, children, and staff ensuring the established ethos of WIJPS is maintained and continues to grow. They believe that happy staff equals happy consistent childcare leading to happy encouraged children. Therefore, Happy Orkids aims to provide a rewarding work environment for all staff. Their focus will be to set high-quality childcare, education, and strong leadership. Happy Orkids believe that if the educators are richly educated, the children will follow suit and enrich the future of WIJPS.

As you know, in the first five years of your child’s life, they will go through some incredible stages. Observing an infant’s journey through these stages never ceases to fill the Happy Orkids team with awe and wonderment.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Happy Orkids Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Claire Hayward (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • 0-2 All inclusive 8:30-6pm ££72.58
    2-3 All inclusive 8:30-6pm = £70.20


    We offer various sessions within our opening times of 7:30-6pm so please call to find out more.


    We also accept 2 year old funding of 15hours and 3 year old funding within our Preschool.

  • Our sessions can be flexible for siblings attending Ilford Jewish Primary School and working parents. Please ask for more details.

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

  • Bank Holidays & Jewish Holidays

Happy Orkids Reviews (21)

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Happy Orkids has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.017) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Happy Orkids has 21 reviews.

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Review from Rebecca H (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has thrived since coming here. Always been supportive throughout the early days of settling in, helping her accomplish milestones and growing into a happy chatty toddler. Any concerns I have about my daughter I can bring up with the nursery and they're always on hand with advice. All the
staff and management are approachable
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Review from Robert U (Father of Child) published on 2 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happy Orkids goes above and beyond making my Son welcome and making everything so personal.
We were really nervous placing our son into a nursery and after visiting many nursery's Happy Orkids was the best by far. Thank you for everything you do.
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Review from P U (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After having a traumatic birth I suffered with really bad anxiety about leaving my son with anyone and was considering giving up work all together even though I'd worked hard to get to my position.
My husband and I visited lots of nurseries in the area but my gut feeling was that I would never be
happy to leave my son in any of them. That was until we went to Happy Orkids. I instantly felt at ease when I met with the deputy manager, it felt more like I was leaving him with family than at a child care service. My son was 7 weeks premature and we were told that he would take a while to catch up with other kids and so not to worry if he didn't meet his milestones. To date, he has met every single one of them and is exceeding because if he's not at home being encouraged, we know he's at nursery getting the same treatment. He loves going and meets a member of staff every morning with a smile. The baby team are amazing and I wouldn't trust anyone else to care for my son the way they do.
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Review from D S (Father of Child) published on 18 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic experience for our two children. The communication is excellent. Staff work tirelessly to support and personalise for our child. The level of care is fantastic. Our child arrives happy and leaves happy. This is a warm, purposeful and vibrant environment, where my child has been allowed to
grow. Well done team.
Reply from Melonie Webb, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you so much! We strive to make sure our families have a secure, safe and happy environment in which to thrive, thank you for supporting us to do so!
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Review from Pamela A (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined Happy Orkids at the age of 2. He absolutely loved it, all the teachers were so caring and so lovely he did not have any problem settling in. Today he graduated and I know he will miss all his teachers. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication.
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Review from Rebecca R (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing my daughter has been attending since 10 months, always friendly and happy.
When half term comes they really make sure the holiday clubs are fun which makes me feel a lot better whilst I'm at work thank you.
Reply from Melonie, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you so much, it has a pleasure. Please look out for more info on our family fun day this summer too, we would love to see you there.
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Review from Jonathon B (Father of Child) published on 21 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A great place for my daughter. The staff are very engaging and friendly. My daughter was anxious at first but now loves the staff and going to the nursery.
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Review from Ema C (Mother of Child) published on 30 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Many thanks from the heart for all your hard work, love, dedication and patience with the children, and for caring when they were not feeling well. Making every day a fun environment to go to which was also very important. The lovely staff were part of our daughter's development and first stages in
life and helped preparing her for school through creative and educational activities.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from Maria C (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I like this kindergarten, it is clean and well-kept, the staff is very friendly!
My child really likes to spend time there, she is impatient to get to kindergarten every day. The staff did an excellent job with my child's education and care. I recommend this kindergarten with all confidence, the cleanliness
here will make you want to take your child to kindergarten every day. I do quite a lot of activities with children, my child's development impressed me a lot!
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from Nadia C (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends Happy Orkids preschool and is very happy there. I find the staff attentive and easy to approach. My son enjoys his time at preschool and comes out happy and talks fondly of the staff that look after him. I would recommend the nursery and pre school for anyone looking for a caring and
vibrant setting.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from Sukhvinder D (Father of Child) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Happy Orkids since it first opened and has had a great experience. He has developed so fast in his learning, understanding and speaking. I believe this is due to the care and activities he does at Happy Orkids. The staff are so caring and go the extra mile to ensure my son has
everything he needs to develop. I would recommend any parent looking for a nursery for their child to choose Happy Orkids.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review, we are pleased you are happy with our services and we have enjoyed looking after your two children!
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Review from Jingyi W (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started with this nursery in mid-2021 and recently moved to its preschool. He is looking forward to going to the nursery every day as there are a lot of exciting activities. The staff at the nursery are very kind, patient and caring for my boy who demands a lot of attention.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from K D (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happy Orkids provides a clean, safe, well laid out space for our children to thrive. They listen closely to concerns and suggestions surrounding our children's care and education. Staff are well trained and keen to support. Both of our children have made strong bonds with the other children and adults
at the nursery and are clearly happy to be there.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from I T (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the best nursery, all staff are super kind and friendly. They are cuddling kids when they are upset. They are helping kids be friendly, sharing and kind to each other. My daughter was afraid of kids, but when she just started after two days she was happy to go to the nursery because she feels
there safe and loved. Also, my daughter's language was different originally, and after 1 year she started to talk and chat with other kids. Definitely recommend.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from T M (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very pleased with Happy Orkids. Staff are not only friendly, welcoming and helpful but they are professional. This helps ease the feeling of concern when leaving my child. From my time with my son there I got to see first hand experience and how they care for children within the setting. They cater
to the individual child's needs which I find amazing and so reassuring. My son enjoyed circle time singing nursery rhymes and his lunch times amongst other things. Thank you all for your hard work.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from M N (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care, attention and kindness my daughter is given at the nursery.
She is always so excited to attend and the manager and team are amazing!
Highly recommend Happy Orkids to everyone.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from Yasmin H (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 18 month old daughter had her settling in sessions this week. The nursery staff were so attentive and made her feel welcome and settled from the moment she arrived. I also feel I can speak to the staff about anything; they are very approachable and knowledgeable and I look forward to my daughter
spending the next couple of years in their care.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from Gemma R (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at the nursery have always gone above and beyond. They are kind, care about the children, have good communication and provide wonderful activities for the children in their care. I couldn't be happier with the nursery.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from Zosia M (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery and teaching staff who take excellent care of my little boy and go the extra mile to do lovely activities with the children. My son is always learning new things and its so lovely to have a supportive childcare team helping my child to develop.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Review from R G (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son started attending this setting in mid 2022. I am comforted by the responsiveness of the nursery to his needs and my questions. He is now quite disciplined with his sleep schedule, which I believe the routine at nursery has contributed greatly to. He has grown fond of staff there and seems happy.
Overall, I would recommend this nursery to parents in the local area.
Reply from Claire Hayward, Nursery Manager at Happy Orkids
Thank you for your review! We are glad you are happy with our care and facilities we offer.
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Current Review Score: 9.0 (9.017)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (9.017) out of 10 for Happy Orkids is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 6 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 4.917 for Happy Orkids is calculated as follows: ( (66 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.917
  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 4.1 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Happy Orkids is based on 6 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 = 3.6
    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 60 number of registered child places is 12. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 12 = 0.5
  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 Happy Orkids

What is the Age Range of Children that Happy Orkids accepts?

Happy Orkids accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Happy Orkids Open?

Happy Orkids 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 Happy Orkids have capacity for?

Happy Orkids has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Happy Orkids to the centre of Ilford?

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

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