Rocking Horse Childcare Southend

The food is nutritious and tasty - on the open days i will always sample what they offer which is home made and they share the recipes for us to re-create at home.

I am very happy with my experience of this nursery! My child has recently started and the nursery are really good at reassuring me and giving me updates throughout the day, how they are doing, what they are up too and how well they have eaten ect. It's my first time having a child at nursery and they have done so well at putting my mind at ease and im happy my child is happy there and safe.

Our little boy has been going to Rocking Horse since he was 11 months old, he is now 2. When he first started he had bad separation anxiety and the nursery helped him and us through that extremely tough time. Seeing his happy smiley face in the updates is something we love seeing and are glad we kept him in. Before we found Rocking Horse, we didn't feel comfortable putting him in other nurseries in our area that we had looked around. Once we looked around here, it was clear we'd found his nursery, it just felt like a little cosy home and the staff really are so lovely. We are constantly recommending the nursery to people.

I was absolutely relieved when I discovered this nursery. It's a scary thought having to leave your baby with strangers all day when returning to work. After visiting a number of nurseries that just didn't feel right, I began to think we'd never find somewhere suitable, until we visited Rocking Horse Childcare.

I instantly knew it would be where our child would be happy. It had a lovely home-like environment and a calm atmosphere, with the children interacting so warmly with the staff.

Our little one has been there for nearly two years now and he loves it! He happily tells us about his day, what he's been up to and who he's seen. He particularly likes the garden and definitely enjoys his food, which is all homemade.

It's a lovely little community, with staff sharing updates on the children, sharing useful childcare tips and recipes for the food that the children have been enjoying.

We know our child is safe and happy here - we're so pleased we found this nursery!

My son started last September and I cant praise the staff enough for what they do with all the kids. We had alot of difficulties with him for a few months and the staff were so supportive and helpful every step of the way. My son loves it there. They do so many activities and trips out. My son has learnt so much since being with them.

My son has been attending Rocking Horse for just over 7 months now. The staff here are absolutely fantastic. My son loves it and he has settled in really well. He has developed incredibly well over these past few months. I would definitely recommend this nursery.

This nursery is a wonderful surprise for me. I moved to England from another country, where mothers stay at home for 3 years. Because of the maternity leave here, I had to start my baby at nursery at 9 months.

I was very nervous, stressed, and completely heartbroken because I didn't know this system and I really didn't not want to leave my 9 month old baby with strangers. It was an incredibly difficult and emotional time for me.

However, choosing this nursery was the best decision. My baby is 11 months old now and he absolutely loves it. When we arrive and he sees the gate, he gets so excited! He settled in very fast. I'malso very happy because this nursery help my baby with his development and socialisation. The management and his key person are very kind and attentive. I feel completely happy now because my baby is in safe hands. :)

My child has attended this nursery for 2 years. I had viewed a few nurseries before this one and checked ofsted inspections etc. as soon as I step foot into this nursery it felt safe. It felt secure, warm, educational and inviting- everything a child news and everything you look for as a parent. I am extremely risk aware, and thorough, and I can say that when I take my child to nursery, it feels like I am dropping them to a family members house. They learn, they play, they have extra cirricicular activities, outings, fun, and stay and plays regularly for parents to drop in, chat to staff and taste the food! Yummy. I will be sending my second child there in the summer.

Have been attending this setting since Sep25, all staff are amazing and so friendly. They go above and beyond for both my kids and always greet with a smile Love this setting and all the staff! I would recommend (and do) to anyone. They offer a wide range of menus, beach school, garden time

The most amazing nursery I wouldn't send my children anywhere else they always go out of their way to accommodate not only the children but parents to. They help in any situation and are more like family.

My son has been attending Rocking Horse Childcare in Southend since he was 4 months old. He is now 2 years, 8 months. It is a second home for him, he loves everything about nursery, the staff, the toys, his friends and the ample amount of love they give each and every child. My son has medical needs as well as additional needs and each staff know him so well and excellently meet all of his needs, despite these forever changing. They are all skilled with their own wealth of experience and it shows in the care they provide. Seeing him so happy, excited to go to nursery and talking about all the fun he has at nursery says it all. From someone who worked in Early Years for 8+ years, they really are the best around. I can't wait for his little brother to join the family at Rocking Horse Childcare!

Rocking Horse Childcare is quite simply AMAZING!!! It was pure fate how we managed to stumble upon this wonderful nursery and I can't thank my blessings enough. My daughter sees the staff as her family and has experienced true friendships with her peers. She eats better at nursery than at home and I fully trust all staff in caring for her in my absence. The nursery never fails to make children inclusive in all group activities such as yoga, dance, beach walks, day trips and even enhancing creativity and imaginative play. They promote critical thinking, well being and learning through having fun. I can't recommend The Rocking Horse Nursery enough, the communication between practitioner and parent is amazing as they provide frequent updates throughout the day.

The care at this nursery is wonderful. My child has been with them for a year and his development has grown so much in that time. The staff are great at keeping parents updated with what the children are up to and there are always activities planned. Plus the food menu is amazing. Highly recommend.

This nursery is absolutely fabulous. The owners and all of the staff are amazing. They offer so many extras for the children including yoga, diddy dance and most recently have hatched some ducklings. I know the staff care so much about the children and their wellbeing and I know they are in good hands.

Amazing place and equally amazing staff, and our child is always buzzing every day she gets to go there.

It feels like you're leaving your child with a family member!

My daughter has been with this settling since it opened and my baby son has just started this week. My daughter asks to go to "school" even on the days she is not due, she loves it that much and I have great comfort as a parent that my children are loved and cared for whilst they are there. Highly recommend.

My son has been attending Rocking Horse since 2023, and I cannot rate them highly enough. Every day, he goes in happy and leaves smiling. All the staff are amazing, nurturing, and truly caring about the children. My son has multiple allergies, and their chef personally caters to his needs with home-cooked meals. Management has done a fantastic job creating a nursery that maintains such a personal touch.

We are very luck to have found Rocking Horse to look after our baby. They are professional, knowledgeable, and the level of passion they show for building a nurturing environment for children is impressive. It's obvious to us that the management as well as the practitioners, truly care about childcare. Children also benefit from cooked-from-scratch nutritious meals, which we get updated about everyday via the app.