Willow Tree Nursery School

Chingford Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 4US
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9.9 106 Reviews
  • Willow Tree Nursery School, Clacton-on-Sea
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 stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, have a voice and make their own choices. and explore and learn through play based activities indoors and out.

Willow Tree Nursery School offers a bespoke curriculum that encourages creativity, social interaction and early literacy and numeracy skills all while ensuring the children's safety and well being.

Educators and passionate staff, are dedicated to creating a positive and nurturing environment, where every child feels valved and supported.

Working closely with parents to understand their child's individual needs and to build strong parent partnerships to ensure a smooth transition for both children and families.

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Care Provided by Willow Tree Nursery School

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Natalie Fletcher (Senior Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 43
  • Total Places for Children
  • 120
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 5 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, Christmas & 1 week at Easter

Funding & Fees Guide for Willow Tree Nursery School

  • Full day (8.00am to 6.00pm) 50 weeks
    Half Day (8.00am to 1pm or 1pm to 6pm) 50 weeks
    Term time only limited spaces available


    They also want to support their parent relationship and make mornings easier on the way out, they include all meals from breakfast, snacks, home cooked lunch and a small tea).
    They do ask parents whose children are still in nappies to provide them with wipes.
  • Parking

  • They offer a large car park for all their parents and staff


Willow Tree Nursery School Reviews (106)

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Willow Tree Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Willow Tree Nursery School has 106 reviews.

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Review from Luke F (Father of Child) published on 21 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery with amazing staff who go above and beyond for our daughter. We like that we are always kept in the loop with daily updates and photos of what our daughter has been doing and how she is getting on with her day.

Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Willow Tree Nursery School

Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear that you're happy with the care your daughter is receiving. The team truly appreciates your kind words.


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Review from Tyler R (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am beyond happy with my son attending willow tree nursery, All the staff take the time to get to know each child individually, always saying hello when passing and are all extremely helpful. The nursery is very clean, offer homemade nutritious meals and snacks and I feel very safe with the security
with my child being there. My son is awaiting diagnosis for ASD and SPD and the nursery have been absolutely amazing with him they have a SENCO lady who helps him achieve specific milestones along with his key worker and other room assistants. They are extremely good and patient with him and always trying new things to help him explore and learn as much as possible to his ability. It's all about fun with this nursery and my son loves going. I would always highly recommend this nursery it has been the best thing for my sons development and I can't thank them all enough.

Reply from Jessica Griffin, Marketing Executive at Willow Tree Nursery School

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback! We're so pleased to hear how happy you are with Willow Tree and that your son is thriving with the support of our team. It's wonderful to know he's enjoying his time with us, and we feel privileged to be part of his journey. Your recommendation means so much-thank you!


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Review from Natasha W (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves Willow Tree Nursery School. She is always so excited when I pick her to tell me everything she has done.
The staff have been brilliant working with me and potty training my daughter.
They provide great food, my daughter eats better at nursery than for me.
The staff are all lovely
and do anything they can do to help you and your child.

Reply from Willow Tree, Central support at Willow Tree Nursery School

Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy to hear how much your daughter enjoys her time with us. It's great to know our team has been able to support you with potty training and that she loves the food, too! We truly appreciate your support.


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Review from Daisy P (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my daughter started at Willow Tree Nursery School in October 2024, I have felt so happy and relaxed to be dropping her off at such a beautiful, caring, clean, loving, home-from-home and 10/10 nursery. I haven't had the pleasure of meeting all of the staff as of yet, but in passing the ones who
I do not know have always said hello/goodbye and were polite. The ladies in my daughter's room, have made me and my daughter feel so comfortable and at ease from the very beginning. Their passion for their work thrives through their personalities and I always know that my daughter is in the safest of hands. I cannot wait to continue to watch my daughter grow at Willow Tree until she leaves for school and thank you all for all your dedication.

Reply from Willow Tree, Central support at Willow Tree Nursery School

Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear how happy and at ease you feel with your daughter at Willow Tree Nursery School. It's great to know our team's dedication and warmth make it a home-from-home experience. We look forward to seeing her continue to thrive with us.


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Review from Leanne D (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I enrolled my son when he turned 3, and he has very quickly changed from a shy and timid boy to one full of curiosity and adventure since joining Willow Tree Nursery School.
Every single team member of his room has been so welcoming to him, and I love how his class feels personal and family-orientated.
I love how we get regular daily updates, the communication is outstanding.
My son is thriving in a sense of creativity and education, he is learning new things all the time and comes home singing new songs.
I can't wait to send my youngest when he's ready.

Reply from Willow Tree, Central support at Willow Tree Nursery School

Thank you for your wonderful review. It's amazing to hear how much your son has grown in confidence and curiosity at Willow Tree. We're glad you appreciate the welcoming environment, great communication, and enriching activities. We look forward to welcoming your youngest when the time comes.


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Review from Rachel C (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough, both of my boys have been to this nursery and although there are other childcare options closer to us I have chosen to keep my child in this setting because of the fantastic care, wonderful family feel and love shown to my children by all the staff. Always
supportive, always flexible, always look after the parents as well as the child! My children have both always had a fantastic time, doing a range of activities always something new to explore and adventure!

Reply from Willow Tree, Central support at Willow Tree Nursery School

Thank you for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear how much you value the care, warmth, and support at our nursery. It means so much that you've chosen to stay with us, and we love being part of your children's journey.


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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child used to be very shy and upset going into nursery. The staff were so patient and loving towards my child. They are now the opposite of how they were at the start, they love going into the nursery, seeing the staff, and playing with the other children. My child has learned so many words, actions,
and phrases, I believe my child is excelling above their age range and I owe that to the staff. I am so grateful to Willow Tree Nursery for taking care of my children and allowing them to grow and learn. Me and my child will be sad to leave Willow Tree and I would recommend this nursery to any of my friends and family.

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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been here for 2 years now and we have found all of the staff exceptional, they go over and beyond to do all that they can for the children and their families, and we can’t thank them enough for all they have done for our daughter and her development during her time at willow tree, she
loves going in every day. It’ll be hard when she has to leave and move to school but the staff do everything they can to help the transition.
Dream nursery setting!

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Review from S A (Foster Parent of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely inclusive nursery that has gone above and beyond to settle my child. Hollie in particular has been wonderful making sure he had continuity, his special interests, and a gradual and sympathetic introduction.

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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery. My daughter enjoys her time here and loves the teachers. There is so much for her to do and keep her stimulated. The staff are great including the nonteaching. I'm so pleased I chose this nursery for her.

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Review from Rebecca P (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Willow Tree Nursery is fantastic! My son loves going there and all the staff are amazing. He has come on leaps and bounds since joining and has learned so much. The nursery keeps you updated with progress and using a daily diary I can see what he’s eaten etc. and am always kept updated.

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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is by far the best nursery my child has been to. She is definitely staying here! My daughter has been so happy since going to this nursery. She always looks so happy and safe! Management is always updating parents with everything and you can see that they put a lot of effort for parents and children.
My daughter has also got the best key person ever, I get a lot of photos and videos weekly, how brilliant is that? I wish I could give them 10 stars!

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Review from Gemma W (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Willow Tree since 9 months old, she is now almost 2 and she is thriving there! The staff are brilliant and if you ever have any queries with anything invoice related, the office are so willing to help! I couldn’t be happier with my daughter’s progress here and I hope to
continue a great relationship with the nursery as she will inevitably grow and move up rooms! It is a bit more pricey than other nurseries but it is worth every single penny we pay for her to attend!

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Review from Alex B (Father of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are really friendly and always take the time to speak about my child’s progress. There always seems to be plenty of activity going on and the facilities are excellent. Very pleased overall with the whole thing.

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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

They’ve been amazing with helping my very shy little girl turn into a confident brave big girl! She is excelling here and the staff are amazing with her! Everyone continues to make her feel extra comfortable every day she attends and she is always the happiest child and hates leaving and would love
to go every day!

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Review from Vicky B (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Willow Tree Nursery have excellent kind and caring staff. They have been brilliant with my child who has multiple food allergies. They are very aware of all situations and are prompt to inform me of any possible contact.
They are always very informative of any behavioural issues that might arise and
have lots of ideas to help parents.

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Review from Sandra O (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is the right place, my kid loves to be here and the staff are so wonderful. My son has been here since 2022 and they have supported him all through. A wonderful nursery that my kid loves attending. I am always kept updated on the app of what he's been up to and how he's doing. Everyone at Willow
Tree Nursery School is really encouraging and my kid loves it here.

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Review from Lyndsey S (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I absolutely adore one member of staff in particular and the girls in Maples, they make my daughter feel so cared for and loved and tailor her care to what she needs. She’s a little clingy to me still but they support me where needed and I love when I get daily photos of how she is doing. Sometimes
we don’t always get a photo if they are very busy but I appreciate it when I do.
Thanks to that one particular member of staff and the team for being so gream.

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Review from D H (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Willow Tree is an amazing nursery. They always go above and beyond for my little boy and are incredibly supportive of us parents.
The nursery itself is a clean, friendly environment and the staff do their upmost to make sure my little boy is the happiest he can be whilst there!

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Review from Karen E (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Willow tree is a lovely environment. My son has adapted and settled really well since joining.
They organise lovely events such as the Halloween crafts and summer fayre.
Most staff are very friendly and my son seems to have a great rapport with them all. Inside and outside the classroom.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.940)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10 for Willow Tree Nursery School 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 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.982 for Willow Tree Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (268 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 273 Ratings = 4.982

  • 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 4.958 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Willow Tree Nursery School is based on 23 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 120 number of registered child places is 24. 23 Positive Reviews ÷ 24 = 0.958

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Willow Tree Nursery School

What is the Age Range of Children that Willow Tree Nursery School accepts?

Willow Tree Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 5 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Willow Tree Nursery School Open?

Willow Tree Nursery School 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 Willow Tree Nursery School have capacity for?

Willow Tree Nursery School has capacity for a total of 120 Children.

How far is Willow Tree Nursery School to the centre of Clacton-on-Sea?

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

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