Chestnut@Earlham Grove

About this day nursery

Chestnut Nursery Schools, established in 2002 by Steven Davies and David Saunders, offers high-quality early childhood education across London, Norwich, and Cambridgeshire. With a rich history rooted in their first nursery on Chestnut Avenue in Newham, the founders aimed to create a secure and inspiring environment for young minds.

The nurseries implement a Core Curriculum, a Forest School ethos, and cooking classes to foster intellectual, emotional, and personal development through engaging learning and play experiences. Emphasising a welcoming and loving atmosphere, Chestnut Nursery Schools prides itself on its dedicated and diverse team, which collectively boasts over 80 years of professional experience in childcare.

The staff undergo rigorous selection and continuous training, focusing on individualised child observations to ensure each child receives exceptional care and support. The nursery group is highly rated, with 100% of its settings deemed 'Outstanding' or 'Good' by Ofsted, alongside strong review scores on Google and Day Nurseries.

Our ethos

Chestnut Nursery Schools implement a Core Curriculum, a Forest School ethos, and cooking classes to foster intellectual, emotional, and personal development through engaging learning and play experiences. They aim to create a secure and inspiring environment for young children.

What it's like

Leaders of this nursery have a clear vision for the curriculum, with a strong focus on supporting children's early communication and language, and developing their passion for books. Staff get to know children quickly and plan activities for them to achieve their next steps in learning. Children's behaviour is good; staff remind them to look out for friends during physical activities.

Pricing & funding