Wood Wharf Kindergarten

8 Park Drive, London E14 9ZW
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  • Wood Wharf Kindergarten, London
Opened in January 2023, Wood Wharf kindergarten, located in the heart of vibrant Canary Wharf, is a brand-new nursery. It is a purpose-designed state-of-the-art learning environment that offers exceptional childcare for babies aged 3 months to 4 years.

As a part of the vibrant and bustling neighbourhood of Canary Wharf, the team recognise the importance of providing exceptional early education and care services to the local community.

Wood Wharf's purpose-built nursery and state-of-the-art outdoor space is designed to provide a warm and welcoming environment for children to learn and thrive. As a residential area, they understand the need for accessible and reliable childcare services that support busy families in their daily lives. With experienced and passionate practitioners and an inspiring curriculum, the team are confident that Wood Wharf Kindergarten will be an invaluable resource for families in the area.

The Wood Wharf kindergarten team look forward to welcoming children and parents to the new nursery and to becoming an integral part of the Canary Wharf development.

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Care Provided by Wood Wharf Kindergarten

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Heleanna Phair (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 10
  • Total Places for Children
  • 80
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 4 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays, Christmas Eve & the period between Christmas & New Year. Plus 3 inset days per year.
  • Parking

  • The nursery offer onsite parking.


Wood Wharf Kindergarten Reviews (18)

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Wood Wharf Kindergarten has a Review Score of 10 (9.991) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Wood Wharf Kindergarten has 18 reviews.

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

We found this nursery by luck as we were prospecting for one. It was just recently opened and we very quickly loved what was on offer. A few months on from our daughter starting attending, she received exceptional care. They have so many great activities to engage our children and help them develop
important skills. The facilities are of high standard, airy, with ample natural daylight and a great outdoor space which is a luxury in this neighbourhood. And the food is top notch, very varied and gets their little buds excited. Be aware, when your little one leaves the nursery to start school, they might have a shock when they see their new school menu.

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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery very dedicated manager hard working and has the children's best interest at all times.
Good range of food communicated clearly to all via the app.
Can't fault the staff have worked extremely hard ensuring my daughter settled thanks to a particular member of staff your amazing too
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Review from H Z (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is the best nursery in Canary Wharf! Our daughter started young and has loved every moment. The teachers are caring, and the nursery is bright, clean, and well-equipped with a fantastic outdoor space. Each day is filled with engaging activities that make learning fun while helping children develop
key skills.
The staff create a nurturing, inclusive environment, and there's a real sense of community between parents and teachers. Communication is excellent, and we always feel involved. The positive energy is evident- our daughter walks in every morning with a big smile! The nursery manager is highly experienced, ensuring smooth transitions for children and parents. Plus, the in-house chef prepares a delicious and varied menu. We couldn't be happier!

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Review from L Z (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is truly outstanding, with a cohesive team led by an empathetic manager. The teachers possess deep knowledge of child development and work closely with parents to ensure smooth transitions, from sitting and crawling to teething and weaning. Engaging in sensory activities enriches learning,
and our daughter adores her teacher as do we. Communication is excellent, with detailed updates on progress and thoughtful inquiries about home development. The staff is transparent, caring, and dedicated. Even the food is excellent, ensuring everyone's needs are met. We are incredibly grateful to the entire team for making this nursery a central and cherished part of our lives.

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Review from Carmen L (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little one is currently at Wood Wharf's baby room. The team has been amazing since the beginning during the settling-in sessions. Communication is excellent during pick up/ drop off and through the app. Both manager and deputy are always hands-on and available. The team sends out daily updates of
a learning activity they do. As an educator myself, I can clearly see the learning that is taking place as well as staff having good expertise and knowledge on our little one. Their food menu is very nutritious and not boring. We know our little one is having a really fun time at Wood Wharf and he is always well looked after.

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 9 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The best nursery in Canary Wharf. Clean, bright, and the best team of staff for my child. They have the best resources, and This nursery provides a happy and nurturing environment for young minds to thrive. The facilities are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Natural light
fills the space, creating a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are warm and approachable, making it easy for me to feel my child is cared for.

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Review from Mustafa D (Father of Child) published on 4 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Wood Wharf for 10 months, and I couldn't be more impressed with the care, attention, and education she receives. From our first visit, we were struck by the warm, welcoming atmosphere. The staff go above and beyond to ensure every child feels safe, loved, and valued.
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teachers are nurturing and attentive, always engaging my daughter with activities tailored to her needs and interests. Her growth in confidence, social skills, and early learning has been remarkable.
Wood Wharf provides a creative, stimulating environment with clean, safe, and well-organised play areas. The staff keep parents well-informed through regular updates and an open-door policy, giving me great peace of mind.
I highly recommend Wood Wharf for any parent seeking a nurturing and enriching nursery experience.

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Review from Sophie R (Mother of Child) published on 3 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very glad our little one goes to Wood Wharf Kindergarten! The staff have been excellent in ensuring my child is safe, happy and well-fed! The boy eats better than me! Management is incredibly hard-working and has put on some outstanding events which I'm sure take a lot of time to plan but have
brought the community closer together!
The nursery staff and room leaders have made my boy integrate from home to nursery then the baby room to the toddler room and they have really pitched learning to his level for him to transition smoothly. It is evident they really care for my child which is just so wonderful and reassuring.
Lastly, the food! We cannot write a review without mentioning again how great the food is. My boy eats so well and actually weaned himself off milk to have seconds of whatever exotic meal they were having!
Would 100% recommend sending your child here!

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Review from Justin S (Father of Child) published on 22 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been at Wood Wharf Kindergarten since she was 7 months old. We quickly felt at ease leaving her in the care of truly amazing people!
She absolutely loves it here. Everyone here is so caring, kind and we’ve never had one tear - she simply can’t wait to get here.
Her development
has been fantastic, thanks to all the wonderful activities they do. No day is ever the same. A truly wonderful team and a food menu to die for.

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Review from Mehmet C (Father of Child) published on 10 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Leaving a review for our day nursery feels like writing a love letter to our 2-and-a-half-year-old's second home. After exploring other nurseries in the area, it’s clear there’s simply no competition. The space is bigger than his dreams, the staff are sweeter than his favorite treats, and the chef?
Well, let's just say he is cooking up culinary masterpieces that even my wife would applaud. And also settling into this nursery was smoother than a baby's bottom! From paperwork to playtime, the process felt like a breeze. Thanks to the manager and the team.

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Review from G K (Mother of Child) published on 8 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our experience with Wood Wharf Kindergarten has been nothing short of exceptional. The caring and loving staff, the nurturing and home-like environment, engaging fun activities have made our toddler feel right at home. Oh, and then the food... the food is amazing! Very nutritious, very tasty and wholesome.
The whole team is simply amazing. We are watching our little one grow and thrive under their guidance. Grateful for the love and support they provide every day!

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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has had the best 12 months here - we love the whole team and have some special bonds in the baby room. Amazing team including the chef who makes food fun from a very young age.
Thank you for everything you do for us as a family.

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Review from Tamila M (Mother of Child) published on 29 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I believe choosing a nursery is one of the most important decisions you are making as a parent.
We were lucky enough to find the perfect nursery and peace in heart here.
The dedication of the team and the warm and gentle approach is the best!
Our son is playing, eating everything, taking naps and
socialising with the babies. He has learnt so much since we started going to the nursery: sign language has improved, new words, sensory classes, use of utensils, self-soothe to go to bed and so much more.
Baby room teachers are the best! You can tell they are enjoying working with the babies, the way they interact is amazing. Our son runs to them, hugs them and waving to us!
Chef is the top chef and you can see how he genuinely enjoys what he does. Manager, having such an amazing team gives me the opportunity to work with no distractions knowing my son is in a safe place. Thank you Wood Wharf Kindergarten team! So happy our son is loved, taken care of and safe with you.

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Review from Stuart D (Father of Child) published on 25 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Outstanding nursery. My son has been in there from the day it opened. The nursery is clean and modern, the staff are friendly, caring, and knowledgeable. No two days are the same, they are constantly engaging the children with different activities and ensuring the development of each child, keeping
you updated on their progress through the easy-to-use app. The food is freshly cooked and healthy and the menu diverse with the chef engaging with parents about new menu ideas and for input. This is really a forward-thinking, dynamic nursery that excels. My son wakes up excited to go to nursery and when we pick him up you can see he has thoroughly enjoyed himself and every week (if not day) he has learned something new. If you are considering nurseries in the area this really is the stand-out choice!

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Review from Madina T (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the care, individual approach and attention my baby is getting at Wood Wharf Kindergarten - from the manager to the chef and the rest of the team - everyone is professional and friendly.

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

It is brand new, that’s why you will see a huge difference from other nurseries located in Canary Wharf and nearby. Everything is clean, nice and not broken. The nursery is spacious (everything is obviously new as well), I feel jealous of the food my kid eats viewing posts from the chef, nannies are
professional and know what to do for sure.

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

Fantastic staff that are incredibly patient, attentive, and always coming up with creative ways to engage the children. On one of her days off, we were passing the nursery with our daughter and she was super upset she wasn't going in, that's how we know she's having a great time there!

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Review from Barbara A (Mother of Child) published on 9 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are extremely happy taking our girl to Wood Wharf Kindergarten. From day 1 we realised that the teachers, the chef, the food, the facilities and the leadership are top quality. The staff really care and are passionate about children and their development. We will be forever grateful to the support
received towards our daughter's potty training. They had a method and it worked, after one month our girl has no accidents and we are delighted. Our daughter also enjoys the fun activities, the materials and toys are very modern to develop their creativity. The teachers post pictures through the app and every day they go for walks and are planning to go to Mudchute farm which will be great fun for the kids. The Chef is fun and innovative and organises a varied healthy menu, sometimes making funny shapes and themes that makes me smile when I see pictures in the app! We see our daughter always happy going to Wood Wharf, she has fun, loves the teachers and the food. It has been the best choice for us!

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.991)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.991) out of 10 for Wood Wharf Kindergarten 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.991 for Wood Wharf Kindergarten is calculated as follows: ( (214 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.991

  • 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 Wood Wharf Kindergarten is based on 18 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 80 number of registered child places is 16, which has been reached with 18 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Wood Wharf Kindergarten

What is the Age Range of Children that Wood Wharf Kindergarten accepts?

Wood Wharf Kindergarten accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Wood Wharf Kindergarten Open?

Wood Wharf Kindergarten is open: Monday 07:00-19:00, Tuesday 07:00-19:00, Wednesday 07:00-19:00, Thursday 07:00-19:00, Friday 07:00-19:00.

How many Children does Wood Wharf Kindergarten have capacity for?

Wood Wharf Kindergarten has capacity for a total of 80 Children.

How far is Wood Wharf Kindergarten to the centre of London?

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

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