Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Hathaway Primary School, Hathaway Gardens, West Ealing, London W13 0DH
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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery- West Ealing is set within the grounds of Hathaway Primary School and Children’s Centre.

It provides flexible sessions for children from 3 months to 5 years including 2, 3 and 4 year old funding.

The nursery is small and therefore is able to offer a home from home experience with each child’s interests at the centre of what it does.

The children's centre location gives families access to a range of services, support and a monthly activity programme.

Forest School sessions encourage children to explore and play in a fantastic garden and surrounding school play areas.

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Care Provided by Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lisa Hennessy (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 5
  • Total Places for Children
  • 34
  • 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, Christmas & 5 Staff Training days per year

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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway Reviews (38)

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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.798) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway has 38 reviews.

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Review from A D (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Staff at Hathaway nursery have onboarded my daughter in a compassionate and gentle way, addressing our concerns and always offering full and comprehensive details for my daughter's everyday activities. I love the real-time updates in the app and how easy it is to interact with teachers and management.
It is also very nice to see that they have a well thought out activity plan per week that focuses on the children's development stages, pushing them to explore new and exciting things.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that our compassionate team and real-time updates have given you peace of mind. Supporting your daughter's development with engaging activities is our priority and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to continuing this journey with your family!


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Review from Maram A (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hathaway nursery has been excellent since I started my daughter there last summer (2024). She has been so happy there and is always smiling. The staff are very supportive and very communicative. The children get lots of sensory play time to help with their development. The staff always let you know
how how your child's day has been and are happy to discuss anything you might need support with. This is my second child with hungry caterpillars and I can't fault them. Hathaway in particular have been fantastic.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear how happy your daughter is at Hathaway Nursery and that you feel supported by our team. It's fantastic to know you've had such a positive experience with both your children. We truly appreciate your trust and kind words!


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Review from Andrew J (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our experience of hungry caterpillar has been fantastic. Our daughter loves the activities they put on and has developed so much since she starts going. The feedback we get from her key worker is very detailed and shows a real understanding and care for her development.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter enjoys the activities and has made such great progress. It's wonderful to know that the feedback from her key worker is helpful and shows her development is truly valued.


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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are friendly and helpful, always ready to answer questions and give support. My son has been attending almost a full year and he seems to enjoy himself. I like that they spend a lot of time having free play outdoors, even during winter and the playground is very good, it's a good size with lots
of things to do. The site feels safe and secure. It is kept clean and tidy. The staff try their best to host new activities for the children every day so they always have new sensory and craft projects to participate in. Each week is themed with something relevant going on at the time so that the children learn a bit about the world. They seem to put a lot of effort into the seasonal food menu and he always eats a lot when he's there.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your wonderful review! Were so pleased your son enjoys his time with us. Our team works hard to create a safe, engaging environment with exciting activities and nutritious meals. We truly appreciate your kind words and support.


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Review from E S (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Great nursery and friendly staff with enthusiasm. Garden a bit tired looking. Children seem happy there. Pretty expensive though - but the children enjoy themselves and learn behavioral and social skills.

Reply from Lisa Hennessy, Manager at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your review I will share this with our team.


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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing help inside and outside of nursery, the follow-up care for my little ones at home is amazing. Helped a lot, very caring staff lovely engagement from the whole Hathaway team. Management has also been very helpful and understanding with personal issues.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review! This will be shared with the team at Hathaway!


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Review from Stephanie T (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

One of the best aspects of our experience has been witnessing the genuine care and attention that the educators provide to each child. Their creativity in engaging our son is evident in every activity and interaction. Whether it's through storytelling, imaginative play, or hands-on learning experiences.
What truly sets Hathaway Hungry Caterpillar apart is the collaborative approach they foster between educators and parents. We have always felt welcomed and valued as active participants in our son's development journey. The educators not only offer valuable insights and suggestions for our child's growth but also take the time to listen attentively to our thoughts and questions. This collaborative dynamic has helped us feel confident in our child's overall well-being and development. We are immensely grateful for the nurturing environment that Hathaway provides. We would highly recommend Hathaway Hungry Caterpillar to any parent seeking a nurturing nursery experience for their child.

Reply from Lisa Hennessy, Manager at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely kind words this means a lot to myself and my team, Thank you for your continued support throughout


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Review from P R (Father of Child) published on 11 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son really enjoys the experience of going to Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway. He has lots of friends and loves interacting with the staff. The nursery keeps him busy throughout the day and they are always putting on new activities each day.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for writing a lovely review! It is great to hear that your son enjoys coming to nursery.


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Review from Hakan B (Father of Child) published on 27 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son began attending this nursery in 2024, shortly after turning one. The initial week was challenging, particularly due to a cold which caused him to miss the settling period. Despite this, the nursery staff, including the manager, and especially two staff members in particular, have been incredibly
patient and nurturing towards him.
Fast forward one month, and he now smiles as we drop him off at the nursery, and his joy is evident when we pick him up. Throughout the day, we receive regular updates on his activities and schedule, along with delightful weekly photos capturing his time.
It's clear that he's thriving here, benefiting greatly from the focused attention on his mental and physical development. The nursery itself is clean, set in a serene environment with a spacious garden for various activities. The staff are always welcoming with warm smiles, offering a diverse selection of nutritious meals ensuring he's well-fed.
Overall, we couldn't be happier with this nursery. Thank you all!

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your kind words! It is great to hear that you have had a good experience with us!


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Review from Jeerawut C (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with our choice. The dedicated teachers provide engaging activities, fostering both educational and social development. Our child looks forward to going to nursery every day!
Communication is outstanding. The teachers keep us informed about our child's day, and the regular updates
and photos provide peace of mind. It's a wonderful place for our child to grow and learn.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely review! We are so pleased to hear that your child loves going to nursery everyday!


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Review from Nehad K (Father of Child) published on 24 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff fully meets all that we expect from them. We feel that our daughter is happy and comfortable and always keen to attend the nursery. The staff members are very helpful, responsive and friendly.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely review! It is great to hear that your daughter is happy at the nursery and that our team meet your expectations.


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Review from Joanne H (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My toddler has done her settling-in period over the course of August.
I’m so happy I chose Hathaway for her because they have been nothing short of amazing with my daughter.
I was really anxious about how she would be as we don’t really spend much time apart but they have been so good with her, she
settled very quickly. Fully recommend.

Reply from Lisa Hennessy, Manager at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you so much for your wonderful comment and support towards our setting, I will share this with the rest of the team.


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Review from F E (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very nice nursery and a safe place. Nice staff - all the best to everyone. Thanks and I like this place because it is very clean, very organised, a nice manager and they care about children. Thank you so much.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your kind words. This will be passed on to the team at Hathaway.


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Review from Fatuma H (Mother of Child) published on 1 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending for two and a half years and the nursery was amazing to start with, very good routines and activities for the children. Due to management change the nursery took a very quick decline in everything aspect which was traumatising to witness. Nevertheless, this was picked
up on and a new manager within the company has been appointed, needless to say she had turned this nursery around and it’s in the best shape. My daughter has developed so much in the past couple of months and is back to enjoying the nursery setting. I feel more confident as a parent knowing that she’s developing, building relationships with staff and peers and she’s in a happy setting. The staff seem happier the days are more organised and you feel informed and involved in your child’s day. Would definitely recommend!

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely review. We are glad to hear that you have noticed improvements in your child's development and the overall setting.


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Review from Michal W (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has been at the nursery for the last few months and while he has enjoyed settling in and getting to know everyone we've also seen changes in the physical setting, with improvements to both indoor and outdoor spaces. The activities and food appear to be really varied, all of which I enjoy being
able to read up about with a daily written update and also weekly update including photos. Interactions with staff have always been positive, they're a lovely bunch!

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely review! We are glad to hear your child has enjoyed settling into the nursery!


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Review from Krysia W (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery has had a big overhaul in the past 4 months. Having used this nursery for almost 3 years you can really feel the difference now. The garden had a massive makeover as did inside. The staff are so proud of what they are doing, the communication is brilliant on the app with the weekly update
of what the children have been learning alongside photos.
There is a great manager and you can see that the staff are all so supportive of her.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely review. This will be passed on to the team at Hathaway!


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Review from Tassia B (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter love going to this nursery! The staff are really nice and friendly.
Keep up, good work.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your kind words. We are happy to hear that your daughter loves going to nursery!


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Review from E F (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our experience with the Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway baby room has been great. The staff are kind and caring but also provide structure for the day with lots of planned activities that are strategic for developing fine motor skills, language development, sensory exploration, etc.
We love
all the opportunities for messy play and outdoor play. We're looking forward to seeing what the kids get up to this summer in the updated garden area.
In my experience so far, they have been able to maintain staff-to-child ratios even on snow days, so I've never had to worry about being turned away at the door (which I've heard can happen at other nurseries). This is something I appreciate, and I hope never changes.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely review! This will be passed on to the team at Hathaway!


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Review from V B (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery. Staff are really welcoming and attentive. The nursery setting is great. Wonderful outdoor space. My daughter seems very happy from the regular picture updates we get. Thank you to all the staff. Highly recommend.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your kind words. We are very happy to hear that your daughter is happy at nursery!


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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderfully caring and attentive staff. Our child loves the time he spends there and his development has flourished in both motor and verbal skills. Lots of fun activities for the children, focusing on.
The staff feedback on his progress, and attentive to his well being and the amazing food is homemade
by the lovely chef, and eaten in full every day.

Reply from Daisy Sanders, Marketing at Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

Thank you for your lovely review! We are glad your child likes spending time at nursery!


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.798)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.798) out of 10 for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.798 for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway is calculated as follows: ( (154 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 188 Ratings = 4.798

  • 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 Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway is based on 16 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 34 number of registered child places is 6.8, which has been reached with 16 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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Awards / Recognitions (9)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

25 Year Anniversary

Recipient: Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd

Date: Monday 01 Jan 2024 More details

NMT Awards Finalists 2023

Recipient: Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries Ltd

Date: Saturday 25 Nov 2023 More details

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Lisa Hennessy

Job Title: Manager

Nursery Manager at Hathaway


Frequently Asked Questions about Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway

What is the Age Range of Children that Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway accepts?

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway Open?

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway 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 Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway have capacity for?

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway has capacity for a total of 34 Children.

How far is Hungry Caterpillar Day Nursery - Hathaway to the centre of London?

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

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