Laindon Nursery

All About Centre, Leinster Road, Laindon, Basildon SS15 5NX
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9.4 28 Reviews
  • Laindon Nursery, Basildon
Laindon Nursery is part of the Early Years Alliance (formally known as the Pre-school Learning Alliance) and provides care for children aged from 6 weeks to five years in a happy and secure environment, where quality care and learning experiences are provided by enabling environments and experienced and caring staff.

Laindon Nursery was rated 'Good' by Ofsted in December 2018.

At Laindon Nursery the children learn through a variety of play opportunities, with all activities following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Children are cared for within two rooms.

The Little Learners room is for children aged from 6 weeks to three years old and is a calm, homely environment with plenty of sensory experiences for babies to explore.

Children have opportunities to explore painting, sand-play and play-dough. Little Learners has its own garden with a soft surface for babies to crawl and play on, with children exploring their own mud kitchen and water wall.

The Little Explorers room is for children aged two to five years, it has a variety of activities and has defined areas for all areas of learning and development within the EYFS, including an exploration area and creative area, where children can explore paint, glue, water, play-dough and sensory play such as foam, and gloop.

Children also have free flow access to their own garden within this room, which has a surfaced area and a grassed verge edge. The garden provides a variety of activities, where children have opportunities to discover and explore. It has defined areas of learning and development including a physical area, construction area, and music area.

Care Provided by Laindon Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rachel Judd (Early Years Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 1096526
  • Total Places for Children
  • 50
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • 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
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays, 1 week between Christmas & New Year & three staff training days a year

Funding & Fees Guide for Laindon Nursery

  • 0-2 Years £63 per Day 8am to 6pm (we only offer full days in our 0-2 Room)
    2-5 Years £63 per Day 8am to 6pm
    2-5 Years £36 for Half Day Session 8am to 1pm or 1pm to 6pm


  • We offer the 15 & 30 hour free entitlement funding for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. Please contact us to find out more information on our funding offer.


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Laindon Nursery has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.400) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Laindon Nursery has 28 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at this nursery for only a few months but from what I have seen so far this nursery is amazing, from updating you during the day, communicating and just being there for your child I honestly wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Thank you Laindon Nursery for all you do.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write us a lovely review. We are so glad that your daughter has settled so well with us. All the staff do their best to keep every parent/family updated with their child's day as much as possible.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I’m so lucky that both my children attend this nursery. They always look forward to going and have a great time. The staff are very friendly, and the nursery manager is great and very helpful.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write us a lovely review. All the staff ensure we do our best to support every child, and ensure all their needs are met, whilst at nursery. I also do my best to support any families and ensure all our children attending Laindon Nursery are happy and supported by the staff team. We love to see the children eager to come into nursery each time they attend and share their day with you when you collect.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are really pleased with the level of care that the staff at Laindon Nursery provide. They are always friendly and approachable, and my child is very happy there. We are kept well informed of exactly what they are doing and how our child is getting on during each day, and we are regularly asked for
our ideas and feedback.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write us a great review. All the staff ensure they handover to families at the end of their child's session to inform them what activities they have been doing at nursery, and how their day has been. We love to hear of any ideas any of our families have to support all the children at nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy to say that this is a brilliant nursery!
My daughter loves it here and is very sad to leave to go to a bigger school.
They have helped and catered to my daughter's disability and getting a diagnosis.
Always kept up to date with how she has been throughout the day.
Highly recommended.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a positive review. All our staff do our best to meet the needs of every child who attends our nursery, and ensure we have everything in place to meet the unique needs of every child.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter will be leaving here and continuing her journey to bigger school. She started here a shy little girl and I can't believe how much has changed. She has an amazing relationship with the staff who are fantastic with what they do and have a special connection with the children. I also had another
daughter who left last year and still sees the staff when picking her younger sibling up and has never lost that relationship with them. It's been a brilliant nursery the whole time we have been there and I know they will both miss the staff very much.
I would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Sidney Hanson, Deputy Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, all the staff here at Laindon Nursery are dedicated to providing the best care and education to the children attending, and working in partnership with families. I will pass your comments on to all the staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I absolutely love this nursery. After visiting a few different ones I found this one suited us the best. When my son first started he was so nervous to be away from me but the staff made it an easy transition for him. He settled in and his sister joint him. I’ve been so happy with the progress my children
have made and the staff are absolutely lovely! Now my eldest is starting school in September but my youngest will be staying with Laindon Nursery as I couldn’t be happier.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write us such as lovely review. We are glad that our staff was able to support your son during his settling sessions, and he has progressed so much during his time with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A friendly and welcoming nursery, all three of my daughters have attended this nursery and all three have thrived and loved it there. Over the seven years we have been involved with the nursery staff members have changed, but everyone we have encountered has been professional, friendly and very helpful.
I would definitely recommend this nursery setting. They do lots of lovely activities and keep you updated through your child's account with pictures which is so lovely to see. I will be very sad to see the end of this chapter.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write us such a lovely review, all the staff here at Laindon Nursery are dedicated to providing the best care and education to the children and their families attending. We aim to keep parents and families involved in their children's day and learning, so its good to hear you enjoy us sending photos of what your child has been doing at nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to nursery since Dec 2020, and he will be leaving at the end of August to start school. He has flourished at nursery, and the staff have been amazing with him, helping him with his quirks and learning. He will miss them all very much, and I am so pleased I chose the right place
for him.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Early Years Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write us a positive review. The team here at Laindon Nursery work hard to ensure all children are supported and adapt to the individual children and their needs. I will pass your comments on to the staff, and your son will also be missed by all staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery with lots of different activities for kids, developing their skills and imagination. Friendly and well trained staff. Nice big rooms and playground. Very good operating hours - looking from the perspective of a day working parent.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Early Years Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for the taking the time to write us a positive review. The team work hard to provide a variety of activities to support children's individual interests and areas of development. We are glad we are able to provide you with the support for a working parent.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Laindon Nursery enough!
My daughter loves going to Laindon nursery, she started in the baby room when she was 8 months old and she will finish when she starts school.


All the staff are brilliant, they are always helpful and happy, communication is excellent.
They really do care

about children and take the best care.


We feel fortunate to have such an excellent nursery and we will truly miss Laindon Nursery when our little girl starts school.


Reply from Rachel Judd, Early Years Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, all the staff here at Laindon Nursery are dedicated to providing the best care and education to the children attending, and working in partnership with families. I will pass your comments on to all the staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Laindon Nursery has helped my son so much in confidence and he is all ready for him to start school. They are so caring and kind and constantly reassuring myself about his care. They have been amazing and he will miss them all. I couldn’t have chosen a better nursery for him to go to. The staff are
all really lovely and friendly. Definitely recommend.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, it is wonderful to hear the progress your son has made during his time at Laindon Nursery, and how the staff team have supported both you and your son. All the staff at Laindon Nursery are committed to supporting children and their families, and and your feedback will be passed on to them.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at this nursery since October last year and this nursery has done amazingly with her progress. Before she started this nursery she could hardly talk and had bad separation anxiety they have worked hard with her speech and it has come along so well, plus she has come out herself
so much more able to play with other kids and learning to share her toys. Thank you for all you have done Laindon Nursery you are amazing

Reply from Rachel Judd, Early Years Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, it is wonderful to hear the progress your daughter has made building relationships with others and developing her speech and language skills whilst here at Laindon Nursery. All the staff at Laindon Nursery are committed to supporting children and their families, and and your feedback will be passed on to them.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child loves spending time at the nursery and she has made new friends. The teachers are awesome and have supported us even with potty training making it an easy transition. She has learned a lot and we appreciate the step-by-step reporting issued.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Deputy Nursery Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, it is wonderful to hear that your daughter loves her time at nursery, and is learning new skills through the range of activities and experiences we provide. All the staff at Laindon Nursery are committed to supporting children and their families to progress through their developmental milestones. We also appreciate your feedback regarding our app which keeps you informed of your daughters day.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son’s happy at nursery. He is always asking if he’s going to nursery. I’m pleased with all the staff that are caring and teaching my son as he is learning something new every day. The staff here are very friendly. I can see all the kids are happy there! Definitely going to be taking my daughter to
the same nursery as my son when she’s two. Thanks for all the caring for our children.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Deputy Nursery Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, it is wonderful to hear that your son enjoys his time at nursery. All our staff at Laindon Nursery pride themselves on making the nursery a warm and secure environment to ensure all the children are happy and are provided with opportunities to learn and develop new skills.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I sent my daughter here and now my son. Both have loved the time they spend at the nursery. Both rooms are great, and they really cater to the children's growing needs, no matter whether its an excelling child or a child who struggles with some things. The staff are all very welcoming and have great
relationships with the children.
It's more affordable than a lot of local nurseries in the area and takes the funding hours as well. They can accommodate both term time children as well as all year round children. You can have meals there, which are freshly made and varied (4-week menu that changes with the seasons) or take your own food.
They have good safeguarding for the setting as well, and a great app so you can find out what your child has been up to at nursery, and even down to nappy changes and what they've eaten every day.
Love this place and will always go above and beyond for the children.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Deputy Nursery Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review, it is wonderful to hear that both your daughter and son enjoy their time at nursery. All our staff at Laindon Nursery pride themselves on making the nursery a warm and secure environment to ensure all the children are happy. We also really appreciate your feedback regarding our app, and how it keeps you informed about your child's day with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful friendly staff, passionate about their work with children! They complete imaginative and creative activities with children to support their development and just have fun! I would thoroughly recommend.

Reply from Clare Poole, COM at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. It means a great deal to us that we have been able to provide the care that meets your expectations. Our staff pride themselves on building supportive relationships with our families and children. It is important to us that children enjoy learning experiences and have fun.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is very happy at nursery. All the time when he's there he's smiling and learning something new. They are very friendly staff, the best nursery ever! Not just my little one I can see all the kids are happy there! Well done and thanks for the care of our children.

Reply from Selina Baylis, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a positive review of the setting. It is lovely to hear your son has such an enjoyable time at the nursery. It is also wonderful to hear the comments about the staff and I will make sure that this is passed on.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Every staff member is nice and friendly. Amazing how they take care of every child. They make the place such a great environment. Brilliant learning procedures. How they maintain everything with modern technology is absolutely fantastic. Thank you guys.

Reply from Selina Baylis, Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. It is great to hear your son loves to come to nursery and enjoys learning and having fun. The staff at Laindon pride themselves on making the nursery a warm and secure environment so that children feel happy.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at the nursery are absolutely amazing. They have done a lot for me and my son. They are very helpful, kind, caring and polite. My son has learned a lot thanks to them all and, due to him being through a lot, they have brought him out of his shell. His progress, thanks to them all, is absolutely
amazing and I can’t thank them all enough.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Deputy Nursery Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review. We are so happy to hear the progress your son is making in his development, and how much the staff have supported both you and your son.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves it here, he literally runs in. Staff are always so lovely. Especially times like this where you can't go in etc, it's nice to see your child run in and give a member of staff a big hug. It instantly put me at ease. Always get regular updates and they've helped with his toilet
training regressing too. Couldn't recommend enough.

Reply from Rachel Judd, Deputy Nursery Manager at Laindon Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy to hear how much your son loves it here at nursery. It's reassuring to know that we put you at ease and that we have been helpful with your son's toilet training.


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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.400)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.400) out of 10 for Laindon Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 7 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 5.000 for Laindon Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (84 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 5

  • b) 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 4.4 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Laindon Nursery is based on 7 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 + 0.1 = 3.7

    • ii) 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 50 number of registered child places is 10. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 10 = 0.7

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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 (13)

Rachel

Rachel

Job Title: Early Years Manager

Joined: 2020

Rachel has a Level 6 Early Years Qualification.


She is part of the management team at Laindon Nursery.


Rachel is also the Designated Safeguarding Lead and nursery SENCO for the over 3's.


Sidney

Sidney

Job Title: Assistant Early Years Manager

Joined: 2015

Sidney has a Level 3 in Childcare.


Sidney is part of the management team at Laindon Nursery, is the lead of the Toddler room and is a key person.


Sidney is also the SENCO for the under 3's, within the nursery.


Nina

Nina

Job Title: Lead Early Years Educator

Joined: 2024

Nina has a Level 3 in Childcare.


Nina is the lead in the preschool room and is a key-person.


Rebecca

Rebecca

Job Title: Lead Early Years Educator

Joined: 2022

Rebecca has a level 3 in Early Years.


Rebecca is the lead in our Baby room and is a key person.


Jess

Jess

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2022

Jess has a Level 3 in the Early Years


Jess works in the Baby room and is a key person.


Jessica

Jessica

Job Title: Early Years Educator

Joined: 2024

Jessica has a Level 3 in Early Years.


Jessica works in the Toddler Room and is a key person.


Tanya

Tanya

Job Title: Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2019

Tanya is currently completing her level 3 in early years


Tanya works in the preschool room and is a key person.


Lily

Lily

Job Title: Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2022

Lily works in the Toddler room and is a key person.


Sian

Sian

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2018

Sian has a Level 3 in Childcare.


Sian works in all of our nursery rooms.


Nikkita

Nikkita

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2023

Nikkita supports all of the nursery rooms.


Nathaniel

Nathaniel

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2022

Nathaniel works in all of our nursery rooms.


Jayne

Jayne

Job Title: Setting Cleaner / Flexible Early Years Assistant

Joined: 2012

Jayne is the nursery cleaner.


Jayne also works in all of our nursery rooms as a flexible early years assistant


Bradley

Bradley

Job Title: Childcare Operations Manager

Joined: 2022

Bradley has a level 6 childcare qualification.


Bradley supports the nursery and staff team.


Frequently Asked Questions about Laindon Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Laindon Nursery accepts?

Laindon Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Laindon Nursery Open?

Laindon 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 Laindon Nursery have capacity for?

Laindon Nursery has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is Laindon Nursery to the centre of Basildon?

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