Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

80a Gascoigne Road, Barking IG11 7LQ
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9.7 33 Reviews
  • Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples, Barking
At Chestnut Nursery School the Maples, they strive for excellence in the approach to education, which influences the daily life within the nursery. Their aim is to provide a thriving community which recognises each child as a special individual offering a safe, happy place where everyone is known and valued.

As with all Chestnut Nursery Schools, the Maples nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage teaching structure, and this is combined with their core curriculum and forest school ethos.

Please get in touch to arrange a visit today.

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Care Provided by Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Chanel Byfield (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 14
  • Total Places for Children
  • 82
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 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 at Christmas & 2 staff training days per year
  • Parking

  • Chestnut Nursery School have a drop off bay and parents visiting can park there for their viewing and once they start the nursery then the bay is for drop off only.


Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples Reviews (33)

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Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.711) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples has 33 reviews.

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Review from Veronica P (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My boys, they've been to Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples nursery for about 1 year, since they were 2 years and 7 months!
It was great for us, we've been in the right place when it was needed, I will say! We got a lot of support in such important stages for the boys, being away from mommy, socialising,
sharing and playing with the other kids, trying to become a bit independent, toilet training!
A lot of transparency from the nursery side which I really appreciated!
I will mention few staff members in particular that I communicate very well with.
We will miss you, thank you!

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Review from Anabel A (Mother of Child) published on 30 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son spent two wonderful years at Chestnut Nursery School at The Maples, and we have nothing but praise for the experience. He loved the nurturing environment and the dedicated teachers, and he made many friends who are now with him in school. Over those two years, we watched him grow from a baby
into a confident little boy, developing his vocabulary, numeracy, and social skills. The teachers did a fantastic job preparing him for reception, and he's now thriving in his new school. Their care and support also helped him overcome his shyness. We couldn't have asked for a better start to his early education, and we highly recommend The Maples to any parent.

Reply from Chanel Byfield, Manager at Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

What a lovely review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your experience with us and that the transition into school has gone so smoothly! Thank you so much we thoroughly appreciate it!


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Review from Charlie D (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you so much to everyone at Chestnut Nursery The Maples for all they have done for my child. Despite issues with funding, they were unendingly encouraging and engaged with his additional needs, providing resources and interventions in line with his Education, Health and Care Plan. My child made
real bonds with the staff at the nursery, and so did we! They have all been so supportive and caring towards him, and we will miss everyone a huge amount.

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Review from Maisha A (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined this nursery from May 2023 in the baby room. It's been almost a year and the development and progress I have seen in her has amazed me. She has made many friends and her communication skills have significantly improved from when she first started. I cannot thank her teachers enough
at the Maples. It is all due to their perseverance and hard work that has helped my daughter so much. I look forward to seeing her future development and the staff really are special.

Reply from Chanel Byfield, Manager at Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

Thank you for such a kind review! I am pleased to hear that you are having a great experience with us at The Maples so far.


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Review from Daniela I (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing a nursery for my second child was easy as I knew that she will attend the same nursery like our first son. The staff is very helpful and supportive, they show great care for the children. The nursery is well resourced, clean and safe.

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Review from M P (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Maples in January 2021 (during Covid) in baby room then transitioned to Toddler room and then to Pre-school room. He loved it and learned a lot during the years. He has become a very confident, talkative and curious kid. The staff and management was always helpful in any aspects, they
made sure to teach him that some of the food he can not have like others due to allergies. Both inside the rooms and outside in the gardens there are plenty of opportunities to do and play with. It is the best nursery in our area!

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Review from Sandra I (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My twins attended The Maples for 2 years and were in every day of the week. They moved from another nursery because for months they were struggling to settle in over there. This has been the best decision I could make for my twins. They settled in straight away and got on with the staff amazingly. The
level of care and attention in this facility is fantastic. Throughout their time at the nursery, I was always kept informed and kept in the loop with all the progress and learning. The staff is amazing at handling all situations and were always very approachable. There was a lot of communication. My twins always looked forward to going in and that made me very comfortable. It was like sending them to a second home. I am very pleased that The Maples was a part of my children’s first and very important steps and cannot recommend it enough.

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Review from Jade W (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What can I say! The girls at this nursery are incredible. Both of my boys attended over the last couple of years, and they have grown into perfect little people, one of which is already in big school, and my other transitioning this September, with the help of the nursery staff they were, and are fully
prepared for their next chapters. Will miss seeing everyone’s happy faces in the mornings. Good luck girls. Thanks for everything and I'm sure we’ll see you out and about sometime.

Reply from Chanel Byfield, Manager at Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

Thank you so much! The Maples Team thoroughly appreciate your kind words. We wish you and your family the very best.


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Review from Jasmine S (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son joined Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples in their baby room and progressed through the toddler room into the pre-school. My son was loved and nurtured throughout this time. He built close relationships with staff in each room. The staff are caring and considerate, the management and room leaders
are flexible and supportive. I'm glad my son attended this nursery and I am happy with the progress he has made.

Reply from Chanel Byfield, Manager at Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

Thank you very much for such a positive review! We wish you and your son the very best for the future.


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Review from Sogie O (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you very much Maples, in supporting our son to graduate this week!
It has been an absolute pleasure! We have been super pleased to see our son flourish since he began at your site. Could not thank you all enough!
I still do not know how you all patiently manage in keeping all the children happy
each and every single day!
I am sure the parents and children of the class of ‘23 set all feel the same way, as they are all often so pleased during drop-offs and collections.
Once again thanks for all you did/all you do and we look forward to the younger sibling starting your site soon. All the best for the future.

Reply from Chanel Byfield, Manager at Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

Thank you so much for your kind words and recognition of the efforts we put in as a team at The Maples! We greatly appreciate it and wish you and your family the very best for the future! We look forward to continuing our partnership and welcoming your youngest child in the new year.


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Review from Raluca I (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started nursery in September 2022. Ever since enrolling my kid, I’ve seen many improvements. This place is wonderful. Very clean and very welcoming. The staff is amazing, very professional with so much heart and caring mindset. I would recommend this place to everyone with little ones.

Reply from Chanel Byfield, Manager at Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

Thank you for such a lovely review! The Maples team really appreciate it and wish you and your family all the best!


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

Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples is a great nursery. My son only went to pre-school there since September 2022. Although he took a while to settle down and never really spoke much while at the Nursery, he would come home and tell us all about his day. He enjoyed going to Nursery and loved all the
staff who looked after him and would pray for them (and the friends he had made) every night at bedtime. He grew in confidence and learnt so much. The staff would update us about his progress almost every day and the newsletters and regular updates on Parent Zone was very helpful information. I would definitely recommend the Maples to anyone looking for a safe, friendly and educationally sound Nursery.

Reply from Chanel Byfield, Manager at Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

Thank you so much for your kind words and giving us a lovely review. I am so pleased that you and your family enjoyed your experience with us! Best of luck for the future.


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Review from Marzena G (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing a nursery for my second child was very easy as I knew that he will attend the Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples like my first son.
The teachers are all amazing. I am extremely happy with the education given at this nursery. My son is one of the best pupils in his class and I'm sure he achieved
that with the start of his education at Maples. Thank you for all you do/did for my kids.

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Review from C O (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery, my daughter absolutely loves it, staff are super friendly and make you the parent as well as the child feel comfortable. They take any concerns you have about your child on board and respond well with emails and calls. My daughter absolutely loves her preschool teachers, shout out to
them as well as the manager who's very helpful with any information needed. The nursery is well-maintained, clean and safe. I would highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Chithra M (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son goes to the Maples Chestnut nursery 4 days a week and really has a good time. Staff are caring, friendly and cooperative, tell us about how the child napped/how long, what they ate, how they behaved and where they played. They take good care of them - making all Mums and Dads feel comfortable.

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Review from N A (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples is really good! My son loves going there and loves the staff there. The staff are amazing and always give feedback on how my son is going so I am aware of his progress. The security of the nursery is good as well, therefore I never have to worry about my son's safety
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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little one has been going to the nursery for quite some time and we absolutely love it, and so does he! He loves the staff, he has learnt so many things and he's well taken care of. There have been a couple of instances where we perhaps disagreed with the actions taken at the nursery, but we've
always addressed them and the manager and the rest of the staff have been open to communication and supportive, keen to solve the issue and ensure both parties are happy and the child's needs are covered.

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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love this nursery! The place is very clean, with good and healthy food. The staff are the best and they are invested 100% in their job and also professional. They have a varied range of games, activities and all things. We like when we receive home learning and activities and also story day about
our child.
For my daughter, it is like a second home because she receives all attention and love, especially from one staff member who gives her daily hugs.
We are very happy with the nursery and thankful for the progress of my child.

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Review from Ruslana K (Mother of Child) published on 3 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery has an excellent setting. Safe, professional and caring environment. My daughter was attending the nursery for 3 years. She loved it. I am happy with my daughter's progress and preparation for school. Professional and friendly nurses and the manager is always happy to help. This nursery
is one of the best in the area.

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Review from Z N (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really satisfied with the standards of Chestnut Nursery. Well-behaved staff always available to discuss any of our concerns. Good activities are available for the children. Thank you for your great services.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.711)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.711) out of 10 for Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples 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 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 12 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 4.979 for Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples is calculated as follows: ( (139 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 142 Ratings = 4.979

  • 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 4.732 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples is based on 12 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 82 number of registered child places is 16.4. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 16.4 = 0.732

  • 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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Chanel

Chanel Azam

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2019

My name is Chanel Byfield and I qualified with a Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Learning and Development. I have worked within childcare for the past 6 years, where I have successfully worked my way up from beginning as an apprentice studying level 2 childcare, to a room leader and onto a Deputy Manager and now Manager.


Working with children has always been a passion of mine from a young age, as I feel there is nothing more rewarding than supporting a child to learn and develop skills, exploring their abilities as well as the environment around them, to see them achieve and support them into becoming confident, strong and independent children.


Frequently Asked Questions about Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples

What is the Age Range of Children that Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples accepts?

Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples Open?

Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples 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 Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples have capacity for?

Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples has capacity for a total of 82 Children.

How far is Chestnut Nursery School @ The Maples to the centre of Barking?

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

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