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Purple Lion Day Nurseries (Buckhurst Hill)
29 Princes Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5EE 
10 46 reviews
Purple Lion Day Nurseries (Buckhurst Hill), Buckhurst Hill, Essex
"This is the first nursery I have decided to send my daughter, it's coming up to 2 years now what I love about Purple Lion Day Nurseries is…"   Read all 46 reviews
  • 70 Places
Group/Owner Purple Lion Day Nurseries

Purple Lion Day Nurseries is located in the Buckhurst Hill. Children can start at the age of 3 months and stay until the age of 5. A team of trained staff have a stimulating and fun setting ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Burstead Bears Day Nursery Billericay
Guildprime Business Centre, Southend Road, Billericay CM11 2PZ 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
10 166 reviews
Burstead Bears Day Nursery Billericay, Billericay, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"My youngest currently attends Burstead Bears after my eldest attended from 8 months old-4 years they both love(d) the nursery here and all…"   Read all 166 reviews
  • 37 Places

Burstead Bears is an award-winning day nursery, having attained the 'Gold Award for Healthy Eating' and '5 Star Award of Excellence for Hygiene'. The children benefit from the nursery’s most ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
kinderzimmer Chelmsford
140 Mildmay Road, Chelmsford CM2 0EB 
10 23 reviews
kinderzimmer Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Essex
"Could not recommend Kinderzimmer Chelmsford more! Every member of the team is warm, caring and supportive. my child thrives in the…"   Read all 23 reviews
  • 84 Places
Group/Owner kinderzimmer UK

kinderzimmer Chelmsford Nursery is a wonderful setting located in a peaceful residential area not far from Chelmsford train station. The nursery has been thoughtfully designed to offer children a ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Queens Baby Nursery
Queens House, Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5BX 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
10 76 reviews
Queens Baby Nursery, Buckhurst Hill, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"We are so happy with Queens Baby Nursery. They have been incredible since day one. Our daughter has now been there for six months, and she…"   Read all 76 reviews
  • 27 Places
Group/Owner Children First

Queens Baby Nursery has been operating for many years and is part of a small group of nurseries in the heart of Buckhurst Hill high street. Queens Baby Nursery specialises in care and support ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
The Day Nursery Rawreth
Church Road, Rawreth, Wickford SS11 8SH 
10 98 reviews
The Day Nursery Rawreth, Wickford, Essex
"The best nursery! Every member of staff is an asset to each and every child. My daughter has blossomed at this nursery and continues to do…"   Read all 98 reviews
  • 55 Places

The Day Nursery, in Wickford, offers extensive grounds and spacious rooms that are tailored to the different stages of a child's development. The owners are keen to embrace new technology in order to ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Wivenhoe Park Day Nursery
University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester CO4 3SQ 
9.9 69 reviews
Wivenhoe Park Day Nursery, Colchester, Essex
"My son, who is now 18 months old, has been at this nursery since he was 9 months old, and he has also been attending a second nursery (due…"   Read all 69 reviews
  • 132 Places

Wivenhoe Park Day Nursery is a purpose-built nursery offering stimulating and vibrant childcare to university staff, students and the public. Open all year round, the nursery provides educational ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Colchester Prep & High School Nursery
Wellesley Road, Colchester CO3 3HD 
9.9 39 reviews
Colchester Prep & High School Nursery, Colchester, Essex
"Colchester Prep & High School Nursery has been absolutely brilliant for my son. He joined when he was 2.5years old after having an accident…"   Read all 39 reviews
  • 26 Places
Group/Owner Cognita Schools

This wonderful Nursery offers a warm, welcoming environment where your child will develop, flourish and become a happy, confident and independent learner. Take a look inside any of the warm, safe, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery
61 Station Avenue, Wickford SS11 7AS 
9.9 127 reviews
Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery, Wickford, Essex
"My girls started attending Just Imagine in Station avenue. Originally I struggled to find child care and Katie was an absolute gem trying…"   Read all 127 reviews
  • 56 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

Just Imagine Wickford - Station Avenue Day Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023), provides reliable and flexible childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The team of Early Years ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Just Imagine Maldon Day Nursery
All Saints' C of E Primary School, Highlands Drive, Maldon CM9 6HY 
9.9 115 reviews
Just Imagine Maldon Day Nursery, Maldon, Essex
"By far the most amazing nursery ever! The staff are truly incredible and it is evident how much they care about the children. I don't…"   Read all 115 reviews
  • 32 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

Just Imagine Maldon Day Nursery, rated Good by Ofsted (September 2025), is a warm and welcoming nursery offering a homely environment for children. Catering for children aged 18 months to 5 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Toad Hall Day Nursery Ltd
Wyburns Primary School, Nevern Road, Rayleigh SS6 7PE 
9.9 46 reviews
Toad Hall Day Nursery Ltd, Rayleigh, Essex
"Toad hall is a fantastic nursery, our little girl absolutely loves it here, the staff are all so lovely, when our little one first started…"   Read all 46 reviews
  • 76 Places
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Toad Hall Day Nursery and Preschool in Rayleigh is Outstanding in all areas, as rated by Ofsted (March 2020). This purpose-built nursery is set within the scenic grounds of Wyburn Primary School and ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Explorers Aveley
Aveley Community Hub, High Street, South Ockendon RM15 4BY 
9.9 45 reviews
Explorers Aveley, South Ockendon, Essex
"My daughter has been attending this nursery since September, and we've been so pleased with the experience. In such a short time, she has…"   Read all 45 reviews
  • 30 Places
Group/Owner Explorers Day Nurseries

Explorers Aveley offers a warm and welcoming environment where children are giving every opportunity to develop both holistically and academically. Children benefit from a varied range of early ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Banana Moon Day Nursery Billericay
The Stables, London Road, Billericay CM12 9HS 
9.9 84 reviews
Banana Moon Day Nursery Billericay, Billericay, Essex
"Our daughter joined the nursery at the beginning of January. She settled within a couple of weeks thanks to the amazing staff at banana…"   Read all 84 reviews
  • 63 Places
Group/Owner Banana Moon Day Nurseries

Banana Moon Day Nursery Billericay offers care for children aged from three months to five years in a purpose-built setting which ensures the needs of children can be fully met. Staff always take ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery
Gosfield Hall Park, Gosfield, Halstead CO9 1SE 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
9.9 38 reviews
St Margaret's Prep School & Nursery, Halstead, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"My little one has been attending for over a year and it is his favourite place to be. Communication has been excellent and his learning and…"   Read all 38 reviews
  • 32 Places
Group/Owner Outcomes First Group

Rated 'excellent' by the Independent School Inspectorate (Oct 2021), St Margaret’s Prep School & Nursery welcomes children from the age of two to attend the nursery, which is at the heart of the ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Billericay
50 Chapel Street, Billericay CM12 9LU 
9.9 49 reviews
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Billericay, Billericay, Essex
"My child has attended this nursery since the age of one, and the experience has been genuinely wonderful. They have always been happy and…"   Read all 49 reviews
  • 55 Places
Group/Owner Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Ltd

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery, Billericay, is a Grade-II listed building with an interior purposely converted to suit professional childcare, offering fully-equipped day rooms and outdoor play for babies ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester
Braiswick Primary School, Apprentice Drive, Colchester CO4 5QJ 
9.9 69 reviews
Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester, Colchester, Essex
"The nursery is a very accommodating place, they are very good at keeping parents up to date through the day. Get photos sent on an app,…"   Read all 69 reviews
  • 65 Places
Group/Owner The Old Station Nursery Ltd

Located within the grounds of Braiswick Primary School, Sunhill Colchester offers a safe, secure and happy environment for children, enabling them to develop at their own pace, whilst having fun, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre
10 Victoria Court, New Street, Chelmsford CM1 1GP 
9.8 129 reviews
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Chelmsford, City Centre, Chelmsford, Essex
"Our son loves going to Kiddi Caru, the staff are really caring and capture the development of the children. They do so many activities and…"   Read all 129 reviews
  • 94 Places
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Chelmsford is rated Good by Ofsted (March 2023) and provides high-quality Early Years care in a vibrant, city-centre setting. Located just five minutes from the train ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Writtle, Chelmsford
Writtle College, Fox Burrows Lane, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3SS 
9.8 143 reviews
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Writtle, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Essex
"Kiddi Caru, Writtle, have gone over and above to accommodate our son. They always give a fantastic handover of his day. He is always very…"   Read all 143 reviews
  • 118 Places
Group/Owner Grandir UK

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Writtle, Chelmsford, is proudly rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (January 2022) and offers a nurturing environment that encourages learning through play. They follow the ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Loughton
1 Connaught Avenue, Loughton IG10 4DP 
9.8 59 reviews
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Loughton, Loughton, Essex
"The staff at MP are exceptional - management are proactive, communication is fantastic and the care our son has had since he joined reaches…"   Read all 59 reviews
  • 71 Places
Group/Owner Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Ltd

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Loughton is proudly located in the heart of Loughton and is just a seven minute walk from Loughton tube station. This makes the nursery well located for serving families in ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Little Holland Nursery
44 York Road, Holland-on-Sea, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 5NN 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
9.7 67 reviews
Little Holland Nursery, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"We adore the nursery and so do our two toddlers. The staff are extremely kind, approachable and professional. I love the open and clear…"   Read all 67 reviews
  • 40 Places

Run from a converted house in the middle of Holland on Sea and a stone's throw from the beach, Little Holland Nursery has established itself as a leader in top-quality childcare. The nursery ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Barleylands Farm Day Nursery & Pre-School
Barleylands Farm Park, Barleylands Road, Billericay CM11 2UD 
9.7 19 reviews
Barleylands Farm Day Nursery & Pre-School, Billericay, Essex
"My daughter had a hard time settling in but with help from the friendly staff made us both feel at ease, I love the communication…"   Read all 19 reviews
  • 96 Places
Group/Owner Farm Day Nurseries

At Barleylands Farm Day Nursery & Pre-school, children from 6 weeks to 5 years old are immersed in a world of nature and learning. With supervised daily visits to the animals at Barleylands Farm, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Chestnut Grove Kindergarten
5 Pathfields Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 3JH 
9.7 94 reviews
Chestnut Grove Kindergarten, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
"Absolutely brilliant nursery!! My oldest went here also, my youngest is here currently. I've never had to complain, never had no issues.…"   Read all 94 reviews
  • 100 Places

Chestnut Grove Kindergarten is a very warm, welcoming child care setting with great indoor and outdoor space for children to enjoy. There is a very strong ethic of 'learning through play'. It ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Just Imagine Vange Day Nursery
Kent View Road, Vange, Basildon SS16 4JX 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
9.6 38 reviews
Just Imagine Vange Day Nursery, Basildon, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"I have nothing negative to say about Just Imagine Day Nursery - Vange. I think it's a fantastic nursery for my boy and the staff are so…"   Read all 38 reviews
  • 24 Places
Group/Owner Family First Day Nurseries

Just Imagine Vange Day Nursery, rated Outstanding by Ofsted (August 2025), offers a homely nursery setting for children and families. The team work hard to establish and maintain strong partnerships ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Forest Barn Nursery School
The Barn, Great Warley Street, Brentwood CM13 3JP 
9.5 39 reviews
Forest Barn Nursery School, Brentwood, Essex
"My daughter has been attending Forest Barn since May, she is absolutely thriving. The staff are so lovely and the communication throughout…"   Read all 39 reviews
  • 70 Places
Group/Owner Storal

Forest Barn Nursery School is located inside a beautifully converted barn on the outskirts of Brentwood, Essex. The nursery provides high-quality care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Play 2 Learn Day Nursery Grays
St Clements Health & Comm. Centre, London Road, West Thurrock, Grays RM20 4AR 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
9.5 31 reviews
Play 2 Learn Day Nursery Grays, Grays, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"I really love how attentive the nursery are, and the various activities they have on a regular basis for the children. I feel that the…"   Read all 31 reviews
  • 74 Places
Group/Owner Play 2 Learn Day Nursery Ltd

Play 2 Learn Day Nursery offers childcare to children from 6 months to 5 years of age. The team's vision is to provide world-class childcare for all children, employing an integrative approach, ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Centre Place Nursery
15 Prospect Close, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2JD 
9.4 27 reviews
"My daughter has been going here for 2 years hands down the best nursery in Southend, the staff are so kind, attentive and patient my…"   Read all 27 reviews
  • 59 Places
Group/Owner Early Years Alliance

Centre Place Nursery in Southend-on-Sea offers flexible, affordable childcare for children aged between 0-5 years. The friendly, dedicated and highly qualified team organises the day to enable ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham
Marsh Farm Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 5WP 
9.4 99 reviews
Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham, Chelmsford, Essex
"An amazing nursery/Preschool. Both my daughters have such a good time here and they learn so much from the lovely staff and the other…"   Read all 99 reviews
  • 109 Places

Twizzle Tops Day Nursery South Woodham is located at Marsh Farm South Woodham Ferrers. Staff at Twizzle Tops Marsh Farm know that children learn best through play and support them on a daily basis ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Willow Tree Nursery School
Chingford Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 4US 
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
9.4 114 reviews
Willow Tree Nursery School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
Top 20 daynurseries award certificate
"Choosing a nursery for your child is never an easy decision, but I can say with complete confidence that Willow Tree has exceeded every…"   Read all 114 reviews
  • 120 Places
Group/Owner Storal

Welcome to Willow Tree Day Nursery, a natural and welcoming nursery designed to promote the development of children through a bespoke curriculum and outdoor area. The nursery provides a secure and ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Banana Moon Day Nursery Harlow
Netteswell Hall Annexe, Netteswell Orchard, off Park Lane, Harlow CM20 2QH 
9.4 59 reviews
Banana Moon Day Nursery Harlow, Harlow, Essex
"Our daughter has been at Banana Moon since she was 9 months old. All the staff have been absolutely amazing, they helped her settle well…"   Read all 59 reviews
  • 60 Places
Group/Owner Banana Moon Day Nurseries

Banana Moon Day Nursery Harlow has an in-house kitchen producing freshly cooked nutritious food everyday. The setting has sleep rooms equipped with cots and sleep mattresses. There are also baby ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
Shenfield Day Nursery, Breakfast & After School Club (St Mary's & Mountnessing C of E Primary Schools)
11 Hutton Road, Shenfield, Brentwood CM15 8LA 
9.4 31 reviews
Shenfield Day Nursery, Breakfast & After School Club (St Mary's & Mountnessing C of E Primary Schools), Brentwood, Essex
"I'm so pleased that we chose this nursery for our daughter. The staff are amazing and really go above and beyond to make her time there as…"   Read all 31 reviews
  • 46 Places

Shenfield Day Nursery is a warm and welcoming setting providing full day care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Set in a wonderfully converted house, the nursery is conveniently located nearby ... Read more

Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
Twizzle Tops Day Nursery Southchurch
Rear of 74, Christchurch Road, Southchurch, Southend-on-Sea SS2 4JN 
9.4 28 reviews
Twizzle Tops Day Nursery Southchurch, Southend-on-Sea, Essex
"We are really happy with this nursery and couldn't recommend it enough. The staff are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in the children,…"   Read all 28 reviews
  • 71 Places
Group/Owner Twizzle Tops Day Nurseries

Twizzle Tops Day Nursery delivers day care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years old. They are located on a residential street in Southchurch, Southend-on-Sea, and open from 7am-7pm every ... Read more

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