Day Nurseries Owned by The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF)

9.5 Group Review Score (the average from all locations with a review score)
  • Day Nurseries Owned by The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF)
The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) has made invaluable contributions to childcare thinking and provision since it was established in 1903.

LEYF has 40 nurseries across eleven London boroughs, which deliver high-quality childcare to children aged from birth to five-years-old.

Each childcare provider works closely with their community and parents to enrich and extend the children’s learning, so that each child can be the best that they can be.

The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) Locations (42)

 

42 Day Nurseries owned by The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF)

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Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School

Blake Avenue, Barking IG11 9SQ 

9.2 13 reviews
"Eastbury Nursery is a place to be. We are very happy that our children are attending this nursery. Management and all staff are brilliant.…"   Read all 13 reviews
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Rated Good by Ofsted (April 2018), Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. They're in Barking, not far from Upney tube. The Nursery is a large setting with separate rooms and gardens for… Read more about Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School

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New Cross Nursery & Pre-School

75 Amersham Road, London SE14 6QQ 

8.8 71 reviews
"My son was here for just over three years, from when he was ten months old to when he started school. He had a wonderful time and our…"   Read all 71 reviews
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Rated Good by Ofsted (October 2017), New Cross Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. The Nursery is based in New Cross, close to the station. It's a bright, modern setting with separate rooms… Read more about New Cross Nursery & Pre-School

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Thames Reach Nursery & Pre-School

The Reach, Thamesmead, London SE28 0NY 

8.6 4 reviews
"My daughter moved here from another local nursery, and I couldn't be happier with the decision. LEYF has created an excellent environment…"   Read all 4 reviews
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LEYF's new purpose-built LEYF nursery will be opening in early 2023. This will be their second nursery in Greenwich and is particularly special as this is the first time they are designing and building a LEYF nursery from scratch. The nursery has… Read more about Thames Reach Nursery & Pre-School

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Leys Nursery & Pre-School

215 Wellington Drive, Dagenham RM10 9XW 

8.5 36 reviews
"My son has been attending Leys for the last two years and I've seen so much growth with his social interaction. The staff are attentive and…"   Read all 36 reviews
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Rated Good by Ofsted (February 2020), Leys Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. They are based in Dagenham, not far from Dagenham East tube and close to The Leys park. It's a bright, modern nursery… Read more about Leys Nursery & Pre-School

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Gumboots Nursery & Pre-School

171-173 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, London SE22 9EP 

8.4 71 reviews
"Lovely nursery and very dedicated staff. Pretty and large garden with lots of toys and space. They seem to do loads of messy play, engage…"   Read all 71 reviews
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Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (December 2018), Gumboots Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. The Nursery is in the heart of East Dulwich, not far from the station. It's a spacious nursery with… Read more about Gumboots Nursery & Pre-School

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Stoke Newington Nursery and Pre-School

139-141 Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 0JT 

8.3 3 reviews
"I could not be happier with our experience at Stoke Newington Nursery. It is a relaxed, happy envrionment, the staff care for our little…"   Read all 3 reviews
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Stoke Newington Nursery and Pre-School in London provides a stimulating early years environment for children aged from birth to five years old. Children enjoy gardening, cooking, science experiments, messy play etc with trained staff. Staff teach… Read more about Stoke Newington Nursery and Pre-School

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House of Commons Nursery & Pre-School

1 Parliament Street, London SW1A 2NE 

8.1 5 reviews
"Such a lovely and welcoming environment. The place just feels full of learning and fun. The communication between teachers and parents is…"   Read all 5 reviews
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Rated 'Outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted (February 2022), House of Commons Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. The Nursery is exclusively available to parents and carers with a permanent parliamentary… Read more about House of Commons Nursery & Pre-School

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Playhouse Nursery & Pre-School

The Moonshot Centre, New Cross, London SE14 6LU 

8.0 49 reviews
"I am so grateful to have found Playhouse. They have created a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment where my child feels happy and…"   Read all 49 reviews
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Rated Good by Ofsted (October 2017), Playhouse Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. The Nursery is based in Fordham Park, close to New Cross and New Cross Gate stations. It's a spacious, modern… Read more about Playhouse Nursery & Pre-School

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Ford Road Nursery & Pre-School

Ford Road, Dagenham RM10 9JS 

7.8 13 reviews
"Excellent staff, very professional and have seen good improvement overall in my kid in all aspects - social behaviour, communication and…"   Read all 13 reviews
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Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (March 2018), Ford Road Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. You can find them in Dagenham, not far from Dagenham Heathway tube and Old Dagenham Park. The Nursery… Read more about Ford Road Nursery & Pre-School

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Brixton Nursery & Pre-School

27 Brixton Station Road, Brixton, London SW9 8QQ 

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Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (September 2022), Brixton Nursery & Pre-School provides childcare and education to children from birth to 5 years old. You can find them in Brixton, a few minutes’ walk from the train and tube stations. They’re based inside… Read more about Brixton Nursery & Pre-School

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Greengate Nursery and Pre-School (formerly The Early Years Nursery) cares for children aged from birth to 5 years old. Trained staff ensure every child feels valued and respected. The nursery operates from a converted barn-style building in Plaistow,… Read more about Greengate Nursery and Pre-School (formerly The Early Years Nursery)

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Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School

294 Harrow Road, London W2 5AU 

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Royal Oak Nursery & Pre-School offers childcare and early years education for children from birth to 5 years old. The nursery is located on Harrow Road, close to Royal Oak and Warwick Avenue tube stations. The team of experienced staff plan each… Read more about Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School

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The London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) Reviews (1548)

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Angel Nursery & Pre-School

from Lovella P (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I found the teachers very caring, patient, supportive, and professional in the way they impart knowledge and skill to my daughter.
They understand her being a hyper-active child and give her enough space to grow her identity, discover how things work and they guide her well in her journey of discovery.

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Angel Nursery & Pre-School

from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic.
My son absolutely loves it at angel nursery. He has settled in brilliantly and he adores all the staff & has made lots of friends. His talking has come along amazing & since starting in January now likes books so that's brill.

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Cumberland Road Nursery & Pre-School

from Susana A (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined the toddler room in January, and we absolutely love it! Moving her from another nursery was the best decision I've made.
Since joining, she has been eating much better and is more adventurous with food. Her communication skills have taken a huge leap, and her confidence grows every
day. I love that no two days are the same-the team truly puts in the effort to create a fun, enriching, and engaging environment.
The teachers are always calm, happy, and eager to share updates. Their weekly reports are detailed, constructive, and paint a wonderful picture of all the fun they've had.
I also appreciate how they encourage good hygiene habits. Since joining, my daughter hasn't been ill, which speaks volumes about their care and attention.
From management to the teachers and the amazing chef: thank you for everything you do every single day! I'm so grateful for this bright, nurturing place where my daughter can grow, learn, and make friends.

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from Weiyen H (Father of Child) published on 20 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good nursery with caring and lovely staff. My son has been there for nearly 2 years and generally quite happy. The outdoor space is another key highlight for kids to run around.
I also like the fact that they respect different culture and embrace British value. Everyday my son ends the day with
a very happy face.

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from Alan C (Father of Child) published on 20 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child is very happy and enjoys her days at nursery. All the staff are very kind and take great interest in her.
They are very proactive in providing feedback and updates on how she's progressing.

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London Fields Nursery & Pre-School

from Alice P (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is excellent. The staff, facilities and overall culture are second to none and my son absolutely loves coming everyday. All the staff at London fields LEYFS are experts who take part in regular professional development which is evident in the planning of daily activities and learning. Play
is organised, fun and encourages important inter-personal skills. I love all the singing and movement play. But they also take part in a range of water play, cooking and shared activities - even gardening! I think it's very important that the children are also learning about and celebrating all cultures too.

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Bessborough Nursery & Pre-School

from J D (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment we walked into Bessborough Nursery & Pre-school, it felt like home. The staff are incredibly welcoming, warm, and genuinely care about the children. Unlike our previous nursery, here they embraced my son's emotional breakdowns with patience and understanding.
A special thank you to
the manager and one member of staff, in particular, for their support throughout the process, as well as three members of staff, in particular, who have all been so kind and reassuring. I've yet to meet my son's key worker, but I have no doubt he will be just as wonderful as the rest of the team.
Although my son is still adjusting to the separation and finds it difficult, the fact that he comes home excitedly talking about everything he does at nursery speaks volumes about the impact they've had on him in only three days. I'm truly grateful to have found such a nurturing environment for him. After I was feeling so anxious about whether we would ever find the right nursery, I now have hope that this is the place for him.

Reply from Dhanvanti Deshmukh, Nursery Manager at Bessborough Nursery & Pre-School

Thank you so much for the kind words. I am so happy to hear that your child has got a lovely family at Bessborough.


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Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School

from Ruta K (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Eastbury Nursery is a place to be. We are very happy that our children are attending this nursery. Management and all staff are brilliant. All the care and support we are getting is wonderful.

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Camberwell Grove Nursery & Pre-School

from Jodie S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been at LEYF Camberwell Grove for 3 years and we couldn't be happier with the experience.
The staff are dedicated and caring, and communication has always been great.
The activities are varied and engaging. The outdoor space is amazing. Most importantly - our daughter has always
been incredibly happy here.

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from Lucie W (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent outside space and equipment both inside and outside for the toddlers. Workers are very caring and my children like going to nursery every day. Also very much appreciate the healthy and varied menu, which both kids enjoy.

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from C L (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so happy with the experience at Micky Star! We have had our son in their care since he was young. The staff are all wonderful, and they have such a positive way of engaging with the children. Our son really feels at home there and we know he is in great hands.

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from Amalia C (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't be happier with my two girls' nursery! The staff are absolutely fantastic, especially the nursery manager and room leaders, who are always approachable and ensure everything runs smoothly. Both the baby room and toddler room offer wonderful activities that have really helped my children develop
their skills, creativity, speech, and play. Every day, they come home excited about what they've done and learned!
The only small improvement I'd suggest is making sure the food menu is followed more consistently. Other than that, it's a brilliant nursery, and I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a caring and engaging environment for their little ones!

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from N S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Caring and dedicated staff, excellent meals and learning activities in the baby room. Teacher to baby ratio is great and they all know the babies so well as a result and are able to provide personalised attention. The faculties are also very well kept, always neat and cleaner and safe.

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from Marie D (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Micky star is the best nursery for both my baby and me. He does so many activities during the day, has so much fun with his friends and teachers. I couldn't have found a better nursery. He absolutely loves it there and so happy when I drop him off in the morning!

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from Luca P (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. Large spaces, very nice outdoor garden. Lots of trips, lots of fun, very nice and caring staff in the baby and toddler room. Our daughter is enjoying her time there. The staff was supportive when she was struggling to settled in at the beginning.

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Micky Star Nursery & Pre-School

from R K (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Micky Star for a year and has just started full time. I'm very happy with the nursery and would highly recommend. The teachers are wonderful and prepare great stimulating activities for the children. Also, the outdoor space is quite sizable for central London.

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Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School

from Papri B (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at this nursery are amazing... They look after my daughter as their own.. I couldn't feel any more at ease....
I know my daughter will be looked after and taken care of. When I call to find out how she is doing, they are always happy to answer several calls a day. Well done guys.

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Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School

from Toni M (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing school. Amazing staff. My child always so happy to attend. They encourage to try new things and she's loved telling me about her day. So informal with events. Wish I found this school sooner. It's a very clean tidy nursery too as previous nurseries my child went to. Was not so pleasant and
withdrawn her from them and then found Eastbury. She has made a best friend from this school. When I drop Harley off her teachers always welcoming her big smiles Harley runs to her teacher to give them a hug to start her day. She's loves the garden. Very interactive for the kids.

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Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School

from T S (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From day one, the staff has been incredibly supportive, making a huge difference in both my child's and my own experience. I still remember when my little one first started - I was in tears every day because he would cry so much when I dropped him off. It was heartbreaking, and I even considered quitting
my job to keep him home. However, thanks to the patience, kindness, and dedication of the staff, things have changed so much.


Now, he happily goes to one of his teachers and waves goodbye to us without a second thought. The nurturing environment and the attention given to each child have made a world of difference. The nursery has provided a wonderful balance of structure and play, helping him grow in confidence and social skills. I feel reassured knowing that he is in such capable and caring hands. It has truly been a positive experience, and I am so grateful for all the support they've provided. If you're looking for a nursery that cares, this is the place!


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Eastbury Nursery & Pre-School

from Ashley D (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I absolutely love this nursery. I have had 2 kids here, my youngest is still here. Her needs are met including a special plan to support her in her delayed development. The nursery even allowed me to arrange a physiotherapy session as my daughter could not walk until she was almost 2. I couldn't love
this place more. Everyone really gets to know the children and parents and give a personalised touch to daily interactions.

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