West Drayton Day Nursery

4 Admiralty Close, off Kingston Lane, West Drayton UB7 9NG
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9.9 62 Reviews
  • West Drayton Day Nursery, West Drayton
Opened in 2010, West Drayton Day Nursery (formerly known as Happy Tree Nursery) has become a firm favourite with parents working at both Stockley Park and Heathrow alike.

The nursery is ideally located just four minutes from M4 Junction 4, West Drayton Day Nursery is a purpose-built nursery accommodating 97 children in four age-appropriate rooms across two floors.

They believe that the children are at the centre of all that they do. They are child-centred and believe that children should play an active part in their learning. They teach children through play and incorporate British Values.

They work in partnership with parents who they believe are their main carers.

The nursery is welcoming and supports a sense of belonging. They understand the diverse needs of the children. Children are listened to and are encouraged to participate in their education and care. All teachers are expected to attend ongoing training which is provided by the nursery's accredited training centre.

Outdoor activities in the garden are encouraged all year round and the children are taken on regular outings to local parks, libraries and places of interest.

Care Provided by West Drayton Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kealey Field (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 24
  • Total Places for Children
  • 97
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week over Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for West Drayton Day Nursery

  • Daily rate- Full day- £87.48 Half day- £55.08


  • They accept 15 hours and 30 hours of FE funding.


  • Parking
  • They have a small car park for drop offs and pick ups


West Drayton Day Nursery Reviews (62)

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West Drayton Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.876) out of 10, based on 43 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time West Drayton Day Nursery has 62 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to this nursery since she was 1, mostly full days. She'll be turning 4 this April and I could see how this has shaped her character and growth. Being an introvert myself and most of our family members, I see my daughter to be very social, could express herself, connect and
communicate very well.


Also, she has learnt many things from the nursery about emotions, arts, team games, different cultural celebrations, environment, planting seeds and many more. She's been talking about her exciting nursery times at home and I could see the bonding that she has developed with most staff in the nursery.


I'd like to thank all the staff in the nursery who supported and are supporting my daughter's EYFS journey from Chestnut all the way through Willow room for the massive contribution to building her confidence, working through her different skills. And massive thank you to Kealey for being the front door to the team and responding promptly to all the parent queries.


Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for your review of West Drayton Day Nursery. We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying the exposure and level of care and education that our nursery has on offer. Our team is dedicated to providing a healthy, safe, fun and high-quality educational environment to each child in a nurturing environment so that they can thrive. We will definitely be passing your lovely feedback to the whole team - thank you!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I started sending my child to West Drayton Day Nursery from January 2025 for 15 hours a week, since, the beginning of this term unlike last term, where my child struggled a bit longer to settle in, is now enjoying a lot in the nursery and become very enthusiastic to go there. My child's communication
skills are improving a lot, along with all other learning skills. The staff are really supportive, caring and safeguarding oriented.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for your review of West Drayton Day Nursery. We are so pleased to hear that your child is settling in so well and enjoying their time with us. The team are dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and education to each child in a fun, healthy and safe environment.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery! As soon as I walked into the setting I noticed how calm and inviting it was. The manager and deputy manager were very welcoming and answered all questions. The staff within the rooms show they have good knowledge and work well to meet the children's next steps. Highly recommend this
nursery!

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for your review of West Drayton Day Nursery. We're so pleased to hear that you have felt comfortable in our nursery since day 1. We are truly dedicated to each child and their family and do whatever we can to ensure we are providing exceptional childcare and education so that they may thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started 15 hours in April 2023 when he was 2 years and 3 months old. I was not feeling very confident that was the right moment to send him to nursery. But since day one, he loved the experience! He was ready to go. The team was always very supportive with him and with me answering my messages
and requests straight away. He always asks to go to nursery when away on holiday. I couldn't be more glad than I am with his development and the importance of the nursery team on that. He will leave the nursery next September to start Reception and I am pretty sure we both will miss the team very much.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for your review on West Drayton Day Nursery. We know that choosing to send your child to nursery can be a very overwhelming decision - we are very grateful you chose us and that you have felt supported and confident in your decision since then! How lovely that he enjoys his time with us so much. We will certainly miss him when he leaves too, our dedicated team are fully invested into the well-being and development of each child, they do care for them so dearly.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at the nursery since November 2024 (11 months old) and we have had a wonderful experience. He has grown so well since joining, more social and eats more, started walking etc. The staff are lovely and we get updates throughout the day on what he's up to which is really wonderful. He gets
up to lots of activities and learning.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for your feedback on West Drayton Day Nursery. We're so glad that your son has settled so well and is developing so wonderfully! We are so glad that you're enjoying the communication via the app so you can be a part of his daily activities and progress. We truly are grateful you chose us and will continue doing all we can to provide outstanding childcare and education.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend the nursery highly enough. From day one the team have been more than welcoming to both my children, with my older one now in school having been at the nursery for 5 years. Currently, my younger son goes to the nursery and all the staff are very warm, extremely friendly, patient and
accommodating. It is really lovely to see him developing every day with all the fun and diverse activities that they do. Communication and facilities are excellent, with updates being provided on the app throughout the day. Even though we have moved out of the west Drayton, I would never dream of moving my son elsewhere as I know he's well taken care of! The support and care the nursery has provided over the years is immeasurable.

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for your review of West Drayton Day Nursery. Thank you for choosing us to care for both of your children! We're so grateful, especially since you chose us even after leaving the area! We do not take this trust in us lightly and our passionate team are dedicated to providing outstanding childcare and education to each child in the way in which they need/want it. We look forward to our continuing journey together.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Grandir West Drayton since she was 1 year and 10 months and now she is 3 and enjoys being there! The nursery is a lovely environment and the staff are very welcoming and caring towards my daughter. I could not ask for a better place to send my daughter. The management
have also been very welcoming and are always there to help when I have any questions. I always get updates daily and sent photos of my daughter playing which makes me happy. She has bonded well with the staff and the children, that she even talks about them at home! Really recommend sending your child to this nursery. 10/10. Thank you, Grandir West Drayton for looking after my daughter

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for your review on West Drayton Day Nursery. We're so glad to hear your daughter loves attending our nursery and you are happy with the care, learning opportunities and communication. We know it is not easy choosing a childcare provider for your child, we're grateful you chose us and that you're still confident in your decision. We will continue doing all we can to provide outstanding childcare and education to your daughter.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A wonderful nursery with caring staff who provide excellent support. Our child has learned so much and grown in confidence. We're grateful for their nurturing environment and the positive impact on her development. Highly recommended!

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Thank you for you review on West Drayton Day Nursery. We are so glad your child has settled and developed so well. We are passionate about providing outstanding childcare and education in a nurturing environment, so thank you for your lovely feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are very helpful and they are keeping me updated with everything by app or even by phone! Thank you so much for supporting my son in his development and hopefully as soon he will be transitioning to the next group he will be in good hands like here! Really appreciated!

Reply from Robyn Hattingh, Marketing Team Lead at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi and thank you for such a lovely review on West Drayton Day Nursery! We are honoured to be able to provide your son with what he needs to develop and thrive - our mission is to provide excellent childcare and education. So thank you for trusting us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has thrived at this nursery, we moved from a great setting when we relocated to the area and were nervous about finding a good nursery, but West Drayton Day Nursery was the best choice we made.
My daughter has gained so much confidence since being here and become such a social butterfly,
which I never would have expected before.
Want to mention the fabulous staff. These ladies are so amazing, nothing is ever too much trouble. All the staff greet the kids with a smile and whenever you raise concerns they are dealt with immediately.
The only critique I have is that some of the indoor resources could be better, but the staff are very resourceful with what they have, creating fun tasks and experiences for the children, as well as using the garden and taking the children out for local trips. My daughter can't wait for school and is so prepared thanks to this nursery. She will really miss it here, thank you so much.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to read that your little one thrived with us! Children are welcomed into a warm, inclusive environment where they are supported and nurtured in the development of their confidence. Our friendly, knowledgeable team work hard to form strong relationships with the children so they can provide a variety of fun activities, which engage and stimulate their interests. This is so important in the development of life skills and positive knowledge for the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children came here for nursery and the team looked after them both and bonded with them. They kept them entertained, helped to instil good behaviour and helped them to reach their milestones. Everyone who works there has a big heart and they clearly love the children who they get to know
over many years. Thank you for everything.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our kind, caring team really take the time to form strong relationships with the children, so they can provide the expert care, support and encouragement they need to thrive.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been well-supported and loves the teachers in her class. She has thrived and enjoys taking part in all of the activities. We particularly like the messages and pictures to see what our child is up to, and they are very understanding and thorough in response to any concerns we have when
our child is having challenging days at home, and when she returns home after nursery, she has always recovered from any earlier upsets with us at home! And they are very honest about whether she gets upset and why. Their record keeping and courtesy calls to keep us informed are also very helpful and feel organised. Overall they are an outstanding team. Office managers, room leaders and teachers, and the kitchen staff are all warm and lovely to all of us. A very happy experience.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to read that your little one is thriving with us! Our team strive to work in close partnership with our families. They maintain informative, reliable communication to give families a great insight into their little one's nursery day, and share their knowledge to help support through all stages of development.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been in this nursery since she was one and a half years old. She has been progressing and learning so much from this nursery. She loves it so much that we still keep her in this nursery even though we moved out of the West Drayton area.
I am glad I chose this nursery and would like
to say thank you to all the teachers for being so professional and amazing.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our bespoke education programmes are used to inform the range of fun, engaging activities children enjoy throughout the day. These ensure that there are plenty of fun, engaging opportunities for learning important new skills and developing positive knowledge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two youngest children attend the Nursery and I couldn't be happier with how they are cared for.
The staff are amazing - friendly, transparent and have great relationships with the children.
I love that I can see what they have done through the app which they regularly update and upload pictures
to!
I would recommend this nursery to anyone and I always bang on about how grateful I am that my babies have a place there.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, enthusiastic team work hard to build strong bonds with the children in their care. Giving our families regular and informative updates on their little one's care throughout the nursery day is such an important part of building great relationships.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First the staff, they are friendly and welcoming that was the first impression I received from them. They are good with the children and all the children receive the same attention from their teacher. Well organised and communicate effectively when needed. My child has been happier attending there.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Maintaining informative, detailed communication with our families is so important. It ensures that they remain up-to-date on their little one's progress and helps to build a strong partnership between nursery and home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one has been here since June 2022 (10 months old) and has thrived, shes loves it all the staff and has made some really lovely friends along the way. Always happy to go in when I drop her off and tell me about her day when I pick her up, they go above and beyond here and I will always recommend
them to anyone looking for a nursery in the area. I never have to worry about the food as it's always fresh and cooked on site and she's always learning something new. One very happy mum.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team provide a supportive, nurturing environment which is packed with engaging learning opportunities and stimulating activities to help children learn and grow.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is really a very nice daycare. The staff are all very friendly and cooperative. I am happy with the activities and the learning. My kid has been looked after nicely here. I recommend this nursery to others.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Children thrive in our welcoming nursery environment where their individual needs are nurtured and supported by our dedicated team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really helpful and welcoming staff. My daughter got settled very well after a few days. Absolutely loves all of her carers, happy to come to nursery every day and leaves still giggling. The nursery provides a nutritious well-balanced diet and she eats a variety of meals throughout the day. She receives
great attention, both in group and at individual playtime, improved her social skills and her development has skyrocketed since she joined a couple of months ago.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, nurturing team strives to form close relationships with the children in their care. They really take the time to get to know the children's individual needs so they can provide the right support they need to thrive. Children enjoy a variety of tasty and nutritious meals throughout the nursery day which are prepared by our qualified nursery chef.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am having an amazing experience with the nursery. My son is learning so much and enjoys his nursery. I am very pleased with all the staff and how they support us. The meals provided to my son are delicious and nutritious.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. An important part of building a strong partnership between nursery and home is providing the right support to both our children and their families. Children enjoy plenty of fun, engaging and creative opportunities for learning with the range of stimulating activities our team provides. Our qualified nursery chefs serve up fresh and tasty meals for the children which are packed with delicious flavours.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my kids go to West Drayton Day Nursery and really enjoy it. As a mum, you feel guilty about sending them to nursery for a long day but I can see that the staff really care about my kids and have built bonds with both of them. You can keep up to date on the app and particularly when I want to
find out how my youngest is doing the staff are always very responsive in providing updates. I have had no issues with any of the staff over the past 2-3 years and I can't thank them enough for taking good care of my children.

Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at West Drayton Day Nursery

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our warm, nurturing team strive to build close bonds with the children in their care. They really take the time to get to know their individual needs so they can provide the support they need to thrive. Providing reliable and informative communication with our families is so important in building a strong partnership between nursery and home.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.876)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.876) out of 10 for West Drayton Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 43 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 43 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 4.876 for West Drayton Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (450 Excellents x 5) + (57 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 510 Ratings = 4.876

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for West Drayton Day Nursery is based on 43 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 97 number of registered child places is 19.4, which has been reached with 43 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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 (1)

Kealey

Kealey Field

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2010

Kealey has been with Happy Tree West Drayton since 2010 when the nursery opened its door for the first time.


Started her journey with us as an apprentice and worked her way up to Manager/Principle.


She is very knowledgeable in all the areas of running the setting.


Frequently Asked Questions about West Drayton Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that West Drayton Day Nursery accepts?

West Drayton Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is West Drayton Day Nursery Open?

West Drayton Day Nursery is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does West Drayton Day Nursery have capacity for?

West Drayton Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 97 Children.

How far is West Drayton Day Nursery to the centre of West Drayton?

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