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My son attended the summer sessions at his school and had such a great time. He thoroughly enjoyed the activities, so much so he asked me to book him in for extra dates! I am always confident he is well cared for and fed whilst he was there. Easy to book, made the six week break for us so much easier without having to find childcare for so long to enable us to work. Highly recommend", "datePublished": "2023-09-24T15:59:15.974737Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kitty Edwards" }, "reviewBody": "Active Academy has been, and continues to be, the most incredible place for my daughter to go after school. She raves about it, the variety of activities, the kindness of the team (Martin and Milly are a true dream team) is the reason why she loves it so much. This is afterschool care done PROPERLY. 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Active Academy - Unit 14 Leighcliff Buildings # Active Academy - Unit 14 Leighcliff Buildings Compare Contact Nursery Awaiting first inspection · 5.0 (10 parent reviews) · Unit 14 Leighcliff Buildings, Maple Avenue, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 1PR · Southend on Sea **Awaiting first Ofsted inspection.** This is a newly registered provider (registered December 2025). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available. Number of places — Age range — Last inspected — Local authority Southend on Sea About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Active Academy, based in Leigh-on-Sea, provides dynamic childcare solutions for children aged 4 to 16, though their holiday clubs specifically cater to children aged 4 (and in Reception) to 11. They focus on creating engaging and active experiences, whether through their wraparound care, adventurous holiday clubs, or memorable birthday parties. The team brings extensive experience from school environments, ensuring children are consistently stimulated and supported. Active Academy aims to be a comprehensive resource for families, offering diverse activities and acknowledging various financial support options for parents. Their commitment to inclusivity is evident in their efforts to accommodate children with special educational needs, encouraging open communication from parents to ensure appropriate support. Holiday Clubs Wraparound Care Birthday Parties Experienced Staff Inclusivity ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare ## Key facts Age range 4-16 years (general services); 4-11 years (holiday clubs) ## Parent Reviews of Active Academy - Unit 14 Leighcliff Buildings 5.0 (10) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJCCIatRnE6MKUPLsht-ihx5bxgRgV81yIaIOdmeDVxsz2KqA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Helen Hurst a year ago Active Academy is a breath of fresh air in amongst the parenting juggle of childcare - literally a life saver! My kids love going, the sessions are excellent value, the options for activities is great, and most importantly they have fun / are well looked after! So lucky to have this service available - hugely recommended to all! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURBZzVidGdBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8db9fd73fb9bf:0xc898bf376e33cd67) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJVy8qit-O_jnGpSK4klchwbANsrgVaVk8mM_46ZPz7MTIYDA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dave Roskilly a year ago Excellent birthday party for our son. Milly and Anthony were fantastic with the kids, fully engaged with them and made sure everyone got involved. What made this party different to others we've had elsewhere previously was, the level of input and genuine care from the hosts meant everyone had a great time and no one was left out. We'll definitely be in touch again for both kids parties next year Thank you Milly and Anthony for a fab day. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNZNnV6UTlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8db9fd73fb9bf:0xc898bf376e33cd67) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKBVf9XIcMsHJkpG7MXhQ4aNbai5swopZvEWkE-z7wv0AaZhw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Leanne Watkins 2 years ago We love active academy! My son attended the summer sessions at his school and had such a great time. He thoroughly enjoyed the activities, so much so he asked me to book him in for extra dates! I am always confident he is well cared for and fed whilst he was there. Easy to book, made the six week break for us so much easier without having to find childcare for so long to enable us to work. Highly recommend [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURaeEwzNEdREAE!2m1!1s0x47d8db9fd73fb9bf:0xc898bf376e33cd67) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVoQf3kIzUsOIeQRE_t9egOlmWVXNw6MYuzDERQywDLZYLw4mpuTg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Kitty Edwards a year ago Active Academy has been, and continues to be, the most incredible place for my daughter to go after school. She raves about it, the variety of activities, the kindness of the team (Martin and Milly are a true dream team) is the reason why she loves it so much. This is afterschool care done PROPERLY. If I could give it 6 stars - then I would... [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUR3dlB1YTlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8db9fd73fb9bf:0xc898bf376e33cd67) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVSmcOg4NROjsa1IbkQEVGROoO_rDUdVzhcJG6qX6oXMAwI2Nk8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Nicola Meade a year ago I can’t recommend Active Academy enough! Every member of the team is professional and kind, they create such a fun, relaxed atmosphere and always have plenty on offer to keep the kids amused before and after school. The meals provided are great (my son especially loves the Friday ‘Cinema club’ treats :-) We’ve signed up for a lot of sessions during the summer holidays and the schedule of activities looks fantastic! I know he’ll have a fab time. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNidk0yN0FREAE!2m1!1s0x47d8db9fd73fb9bf:0xc898bf376e33cd67) Reviews from Google for Active Academy - Unit 14 Leighcliff Buildings. 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