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Smile & Shine Nursery: Safe, Caring and Happy.
Smile & Shine Nursery provides a warm and welcoming environment for all children coming into the setting. Adopting a "home from home" feel, Smile & Shine understands that every child is unique and learn in different ways, combining 3 pedagogical approaches: EYFS, Montessori and Forest School. Through combining the approaches, children are exposed to a well balanced and broad range of educational experiences....
Smile & Shine Nursery: Safe, Caring and Happy.
Smile & Shine Nursery provides a warm and welcoming environment for all children coming into the setting. Adopting a "home from home" feel, Smile & Shine understands that every child is unique and learn in different ways, combining 3 pedagogical approaches: EYFS, Montessori and Forest School. Through combining the approaches, children are exposed to a well balanced and broad range of educational experiences.
At Smile & Shine, the team is passionate and experienced. They work hard to provide a variety of experiences and work closely with parents/carers to ensure children's interests are embedded into practice. This continues to support practitioners to create inviting and engaging experiences that develop children's investigative skills.
The Nature Trail and large Garden encourage children to explore the outdoors and the Forest School sessions provide the opportunity to engage in various activities that will develop practical skills and give hands on experience for their growth. The connectedness to the outdoors continues inside the setting, with a neutral aesthetic and wooden furniture.
Ultimately, Smile & Shine is proud to provide an environment that is Safe, Caring and Happy!
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Minimum attendance
- 1 day per week
Full days available
YesOwner
- Smile & Shine Nursery
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Mani Spratt (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 14
Total Places for Children
- 50
Age Range
- from 0 years 9 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
YesConsumables provided include
Nappies
Opening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays, 1 week at Christmas & 2 weeks in Summer
Parking
- Free parking available in Mill Hill Park car park for 2hrs when registering your details. Prices then incur as per signage in the car park.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee information for this nursery yet. Contact them for pricing.
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Smile & Shine Nursery Reviews (30)
Smile & Shine Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.904) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Smile & Shine Nursery has 30 reviews.
One of the things that attracted us was the park setting and garden, with real grass and a genuine emphasis on outdoor play and connecting with nature. This is surprisingly hard to find...
One of the things that attracted us was the park setting and garden, with real grass and a genuine emphasis on outdoor play and connecting with nature. This is surprisingly hard to find in London, and we love that time outside is such an important part of the day.
The nursery has invested considerably over the past few months in additional space and resources without compromising on the quality of care. The curriculum is creative and well planned, and communication with parents gives us a real insight into our son's learning and development. The team are genuinely invested in helping him progress.
Food is freshly prepared by the nursery cook, with healthy, nourishing meals to fuel busy days of learning and play.
Above all, there is a real sense of community. Our son loves attending, and knowing he is happy and well cared for means so much to us.
Fantastic nursery, with wonderful leadership and staff who genuinely care deeply about every child, their development and the environment in which they learn and grow. There is a real sense of warmth, thoughtfulness and community, and it's clear how much care goes into creating a nurturing,...
Fantastic nursery, with wonderful leadership and staff who genuinely care deeply about every child, their development and the environment in which they learn and grow. There is a real sense of warmth, thoughtfulness and community, and it's clear how much care goes into creating a nurturing, stimulating and happy environment. The team are dedicated, approachable and attentive to each child's individual needs. We feel very fortunate to have such a lovely nursery for our children and would wholeheartedly recommend it to other families.
I receive the observation reports always which are very details , this makes me understand my child's learning development and the activities provided by nursery. I am really appreciate what the teachers have done. My boy enjoys studying and playing there.
I receive the observation reports always which are very details , this makes me understand my child's learning development and the activities provided by nursery. I am really appreciate what the teachers have done. My boy enjoys studying and playing there.
The staff are so kind and patient with the kids, and you can tell they genuinely care. My son has picked up loads of everyday stuff since starting, and he actually gets excited to go in the mornings, which says it all really.
Would recommend.
The staff are so kind and patient with the kids, and you can tell they genuinely care. My son has picked up loads of everyday stuff since starting, and he actually gets excited to go in the mornings, which says it all really.
Would recommend.
We have had a very positive experience with the nursery overall. What really stands out to me is how all the practitioners seem to genuinely love what they do. They are all so friendly, warm and welcoming, and I especially love that they seem to know every child, not just the ones in their own...
I also remember the very first time we came here, just for a show around. We visited eight nurseries, and this was the only one where we immediately felt that natural warmth and that it could really feel like home. It didn't feel forced or "put on" in the way some of the other nurseries did. Instead, it felt genuinely welcoming, and we immediately had the feeling that this was somewhere we wanted to be a part of.
That feeling has stayed with us, and we are very happy that we chose this nursery for our son.
Staff are incredibly helpful, warm and know the children really well. The activities they do are engaging and interesting and well thought out. The nursery offers so much to the children and even though we are very new, we absolutely love the nursery so far
Staff are incredibly helpful, warm and know the children really well. The activities they do are engaging and interesting and well thought out. The nursery offers so much to the children and even though we are very new, we absolutely love the nursery so far
I really enjoyed Mani's commitment to what she does for the Children and how passionate she is about the nursery.
My daughter felt happy to be...
I really enjoyed Mani's commitment to what she does for the Children and how passionate she is about the nursery.
My daughter felt happy to be there immediately! Every parent would understand this feeling immediately.
I am happy I chose Smile and Shine as they made me feel confident and calm to leave my child with them.
My daughter has been at Smile and Shine 1 week and we have been so impressed with how they have managed her settling-in process so far. They have taken such care to get to know her needs and to respond to them kindly and respectfully. Hollie has just been perfect. Her manner with my daughter is...
My daughter has been at Smile and Shine 1 week and we have been so impressed with how they have managed her settling-in process so far. They have taken such care to get to know her needs and to respond to them kindly and respectfully. Hollie has just been perfect. Her manner with my daughter is just fantastic, and it's no surprise my daughter has formed a strong bond with her so quickly. It really is so reassuring to know that she's with them all, and to see how they go at the child's pace and are flexible. Their ethos and approach is great, as well as the facilities. The communication has been exceptional throughout.
As a parent I couldn't thank and recommend Smile & Shine enough, the team, the staff, the learning journey, the input, the support, the activities, the care, guidance and staffs patience and kindness are unmatched, highly recommend you getting your children in to Smile & Shine definitely one of the...
As a parent I couldn't thank and recommend Smile & Shine enough, the team, the staff, the learning journey, the input, the support, the activities, the care, guidance and staffs patience and kindness are unmatched, highly recommend you getting your children in to Smile & Shine definitely one of the best Montessori's in London
My son has been attending smile and shine nursery now for a couple of months and every single member of the team are truly fantastic. They are so warm and caring towards the children and you couldn't wish for a better start into education for your child. They communicate very well with the parents...
My son has been attending smile and shine nursery now for a couple of months and every single member of the team are truly fantastic. They are so warm and caring towards the children and you couldn't wish for a better start into education for your child. They communicate very well with the parents and you know that yours child's wellbeing is absolutely paramount to them. Definitely recommend!
My baby attends the ruby room at smile and shine and I cannot thank the staff enough for all their hard work!
A very nurturing environment, with very thoughtful and thought out activities & curriculum. A special thank you to the room leader Danielle who works tirelessly on the curriculum and...
My baby attends the ruby room at smile and shine and I cannot thank the staff enough for all their hard work!
A very nurturing environment, with very thoughtful and thought out activities & curriculum. A special thank you to the room leader Danielle who works tirelessly on the curriculum and the activities and ensures all the babies are well taken care off! They have a great balance of being indoors and outdoors and their outdoor space has been so well designed for all the age groups. My baby thoroughly enjoys his time there and likes all the staff! He jumps at them as soon as he sees any of the ladies in the room!
Daniella, Denisa and Oktarina have been so great with my baby and I'm super happy with the love and care he's receiving at the nursery!
Also the new chef is great! Love the fact that all the food is made from scratch in the nursery!
Thank you to all the smile and shine team!
My son joined the nursery in November and I have been blown away by the care and support given to my son to help ensure that he settled in well. The team are absolutely fantastic as they make every effort to really get to know each child. They show warmth and care in everything they do. My son...
My son joined the nursery in November and I have been blown away by the care and support given to my son to help ensure that he settled in well. The team are absolutely fantastic as they make every effort to really get to know each child. They show warmth and care in everything they do. My son enjoys going there and I am so reassured as I know he is in such safe hands. The staff are very well organised and I feel really supported as a first time mum. The facilities are lovely and I've seen so much progress in my son's development since he started. We couldn't be happier with this nursery and we highly recommend them.
We are absolutely blown away by the care and detail that goes into the children's day. Upon collection my children are in no rush to leave, and when we arrive they are skipping towards the entrance looking forward to their day. Daniela is always sharing feedback and extra moments of the day, and...
We are absolutely blown away by the care and detail that goes into the children's day. Upon collection my children are in no rush to leave, and when we arrive they are skipping towards the entrance looking forward to their day. Daniela is always sharing feedback and extra moments of the day, and never misses an important detail. It is a joy to feel such comfort when leaving your children in someone else's care, and we are truly so grateful for the team and their efforts in creating a warm and encouraging environment for the children.
This is a home from home, I couldn't wish for a better place for my son to be when he's not at home.
This is a home from home, I couldn't wish for a better place for my son to be when he's not at home.
The warm, inviting atmosphere and the genuine care from every staff member are truly remarkable. They've cultivated a stimulating environment where she's developing immense confidence and a genuine love for learning. We're particularly impressed by the wide range of activities on offer, from...
Communication is also excellent. They use video app and dedicated apps, which makes receiving updates and photos incredibly convenient. We also appreciate that they have their own kitchen, providing fresh meals, and a fantastic big garden for outdoor play. We're so grateful for their exceptional dedication and the wonderful start they've given our child. We highly recommend this nursery.
All tunes to the manager and team.
All tunes to the manager and team.
Great nursery! All teaches are lovely. My son is very happy here. The facilities are great with a massive outdoor space for kids to learn and explore. Updates from nursery are very helpful to keep track of my son's activities and progression. The food provided is nutritious and tasty. So lucky to...
Great nursery! All teaches are lovely. My son is very happy here. The facilities are great with a massive outdoor space for kids to learn and explore. Updates from nursery are very helpful to keep track of my son's activities and progression. The food provided is nutritious and tasty. So lucky to have found a spot here! :)
My kid surprised me a few times by using words that I didn't even expect her to know. This means that she has been learning in school.
Spacious outdoor...
My kid surprised me a few times by using words that I didn't even expect her to know. This means that she has been learning in school.
Spacious outdoor area, friendly staff. I would definitely recommend this nursery to other parents.
Overall experience is really nice. Staff is confident and very patient with kids. Activities are effective and build great confidence in my child. The Head of the Nursery is very enthusiastic, and staff follows her lead.
Overall experience is really nice. Staff is confident and very patient with kids. Activities are effective and build great confidence in my child. The Head of the Nursery is very enthusiastic, and staff follows her lead.
Thanks N for your lovely feedback. It's a pleasure having your child at our setting.
The staff provide daily updates on the excellently considered and structured activities, which blend play and learning so well.
We have felt so welcomed, supported and cared...
The staff provide daily updates on the excellently considered and structured activities, which blend play and learning so well.
We have felt so welcomed, supported and cared for at Smile & Shine.
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Meet the Team (14)

CEO, Head of Smile and Shine Nursery

Global Head of Operations

Deputy Manager

Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner Room Leader

Deputy Room Leader

Nursery Practitioner

Nurser practitioner

Third in charge

Nursery Head Chef

Chef Assistant
Frequently Asked Questions about Smile & Shine Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that Smile & Shine Nursery accepts?
Smile & Shine Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 9 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Smile & Shine Nursery Open?
Smile & Shine Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.
How many Children does Smile & Shine Nursery have capacity for?
Smile & Shine Nursery has capacity for a total of 50 Children.
How far is Smile & Shine Nursery to the centre of London?
8.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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