Ellie's Nursery

230 High Street, Epping CM16 4AP
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  • Ellie's Nursery, Epping
Ellie's Nursery in Epping offers childcare and early years learning to children from three months up to the age of five.

Their practitioners are committed to ensuring children are able to reach their full potential at nursery. They do their utmost to foster in children a love for learning and give your child the best start in their life.

They believe physical activity is very important as it plays a vital role in the health, development and wellbeing of children. So they put on daily music and movement activities as well as baby massage and baby yoga.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • Ellie's Nursery Epping Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Ellie Daniells (Owner/Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 9

Total Places for Children

  • 54

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Offer a full day care service standard day 7:45am - 6pm £80.00 a day with an optional early start from 7am as an additional £8.00

  • Ellie's Nursery do accept all funding which is spread across 51 weeks of the year.
    Fee sheet can be shared with you on Enquiry before booking a tour.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • They do have a drop off zone outside the nursery for parents to drop off and collect their children safely.

Ellie's Nursery Reviews (6)

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Ellie's Nursery has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.128) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ellie's Nursery has 6 reviews.

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Review from C T (Foster Parent of Child) published on 19 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
started at Ellie's 3 weeks ago two days a week. My child hadn't ever been left before so was worried. Well that went out the window - had three settling in sessions where she didn't even acknowledge me! The sensory room had just opened which is an absolutely amazing space. My child has additional needs
and she loves it in there. The staff are all so friendly and caring and my little girl loves in goes straight in without a backward glance. I'm so happy I managed to get a place here as it's friendly professionals al yet small enough so no one is overlooked. Oh forgot freshly prepared meals and snacks from in-house chef!
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Review from Jade N (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been coming to Ellie's since they opened and she has thoroughly enjoyed every day she has spent there. The team are lovely, the facilities are great and most of all I know my child is happy being there. I really look forward to hearing what they have been up to each day and to have such
an in-depth parents' evening was fantastic - thank you
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Review from Mia M (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ellie's has been a godsend for us, I was new to the area and was searching for a local nursery, visiting many around Epping which didn't quite hit the mark, I was so happy when I found out Ellie's would be opening on the high road. I contacted Ellie before the nursery even opened and she was super helpful
from the get-go. I had a great feeling and attended the open day and once I met the staff it sealed the deal. My son started in July and everyone has been so accommodating when settling him in, going above and beyond to ensure he's comfortable and happy. He comes home and tells me that his key workers are 'funny' and seeing the progress he's made is a reflection on how attentive they all are. Very happy with our choice and highly recommend it!
Reply from Ellie Daniells, Nursery Manager at Ellie's Nursery
Thank you so much for your beautiful review! This is so heartwarming for all the staff to read and we are so pleased you are enjoying your experience at Ellie's.
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Review from Laura G (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We joined Ellie's Nursery in June after leaving another nursery. The transition was easy. The staff are absolutely amazing. My child gets very excited for nursery days. My child has learnt so much since joining Ellies. I feel the level of care and attention my child and I have received is phenomenal.
I am so happy we changed nurseries and I highly recommend Ellie's to every parent I meet.
Reply from Ellie Daniells, Nursery Manager at Ellie's Nursery
Thank you so much for your beautiful review! We are so pleased you are enjoying your expierence at Ellie's.
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Review from Tasos T (Father of Child) published on 29 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The lovely nursery and the team there are great. Our little girl settled in very fast and she is always happy to go in. The location is perfect for us, Epping really needed another nursery and this one is our favourite.
Reply from Ellie Daniells, Nursery Manager at Ellie's Nursery
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so glad you are enjoying your experience at Ellie's!
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Review from Victoria H (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ellie's Nursery has been fantastic with my 3-year-old son, I can't recommend them enough! Having moved from another area, the Manager has been incredibly thoughtful easing him in gently, ensuring he settled and helping him establish a routine (not to mention new friends). They have the latest facilities
(including miniature toilets to help with potty training), educational toys and books. Their outside area has a soft floor for safety along with a race track for the children to enjoy, a sand pit and many more toys. They have herb/fruit plants to encourage the children to learn about food. The Manager and her team are warm, and thoughtful and make learning fun, the nursery really does feel like a little family.
Reply from Ellie Daniells, Nursery Manager at Ellie's Nursery
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so grateful for your feedback and so pleased you have enjoyed your experience so far at Ellie's Nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.128)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.128) out of 10 for Ellie's Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.2 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 4.972 for Ellie's Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (70 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.972
  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 4.156 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ellie's Nursery 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 54 number of registered child places is 10.8. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 10.8 = 0.556
  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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Meet the Team (2)

Ellie

Ellie Daniells

Job Title: Director/Nursery Manager Joined: 2023

Meet Ellie Daniells, the passionate driving force behind Ellie's Nursery, where she serves as the devoted Director.


With an extensive background spanning 15 years as a childcare practitioner, coupled with an additional 5 years in nursery operations management, Ellie brings a wealth of expertise and unwavering dedication to her role. She holds a prestigious CACHE Level 3 in Child Care and Development, accompanied by a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management. As a safeguarding lead and SENCO, Ellie ensures the safety and well-being of all the children under her care.


Ellie's childcare philosophy revolves around leaving a lasting, positive impact on future generations. Her mission is to instil confidence, enthusiasm, and optimism in every child who steps through the doors of her nursery. Ellie firmly believes that the early years are a crucial period for nurturing curiosity and joy in learning.


One of her daily highlights is the contagious morning excitement when children arrive, eager to embark on their educational journey. Ellie's creative talents shine through in her exceptional singing and musical movement sessions, enriching the children's learning experiences with boundless joy and rhythm. Beyond the nursery, Ellie cherishes quality time with her family and has a penchant for baking. Ellie is committed to continuous professional growth, Ellie regularly participates in childcare conferences and seminars, engaging with leading childcare psychologists to bring innovative practices back to her nursery.


Ellie's primary aspiration is to elevate Ellie's Nursery to an OFSTED Outstanding rating, with an unwavering focus on crafting secure, engaging, and enjoyable environments for all children. Her favourite children's books, "The Three Little Pigs" and "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," reflect her profound love for storytelling and its ability to impart valuable life lessons through captivating narratives.


Ellie Daniells is more than just the Director of Ellie's Nursery; she is a visionary leader, a dedicated educator, and a nurturing presence, deeply committed to excellence and the well-being of every child and family under her care. Join Ellie on this extraordinary journey of learning, growth, and boundless possibilities at Ellie's Nursery.

Ellie

Ellie Twinn

Job Title: Deputy Manager/SENCO Joined: 2024

Hi, I’m Ellie, I’m 24 and the Deputy Manager at Ellie’s. I have worked in childcare since 2018. I have a real passion for children’s learning and development and enjoy understanding children’s emotions and how their brains work, I enjoy planning activities around self-regulation and “all about me” so I can understand the children the best I possibly can.


My favourite child’s book has to be The Hungry Caterpillar, who doesn’t love reading about chocolate cake and cheese?


I thrive on my relationships with parents to make sure the child has the best possible start in life.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ellie's Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Ellie's Nursery accepts?

Ellie's Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Ellie's Nursery Open?

Ellie's Nursery is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

How many Children does Ellie's Nursery have capacity for?

Ellie's Nursery has capacity for a total of 54 Children.

How far is Ellie's Nursery to the centre of Epping?

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

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