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Cribs Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
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4.0(5 parent reviews)
·Butchers Road, Canning Town, London, E16 1PH · Newham
Number of places
27 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Newham

About this day nursery

Cribs Day Nursery, located in London E16 1PH, is an Ofsted-registered facility committed to providing exceptional childcare for babies, toddlers, and young children aged 0-5 years. The nursery also offers an after-school care service for children up to 8 years old.

Their philosophy is centred on fostering individual growth, boosting self-confidence and self-awareness, and establishing a stimulating atmosphere that encourages positive relationships. The dedicated team of educators aims to create a welcoming and comfortable environment, akin to a family, where children feel secure and supported.

The nursery operates 52 weeks a year, from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, closing only for bank holidays, staff training, and the Christmas period. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, emphasising the "Characteristics of Effective Learning" to ensure children develop crucial communication, personal, emotional, social, and physical skills.

The curriculum also integrates literacy, mathematics, understanding the world, and creative arts, all while prioritising a child-centred approach that encourages exploration, active learning, and critical thinking.

Our ethos

Cribs Day Nursery's philosophy is centred on fostering individual growth, boosting self-confidence and self-awareness, and establishing a stimulating atmosphere that encourages positive relationships. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, emphasising the "Characteristics of Effective Learning" and a child-centred approach that encourages exploration, active learning, and critical thinking.

What it's like

Children are greeted warmly and are encouraged to be independent. They explore stimulating activities and have access to an outdoor environment where children of all ages mix, fostering learning and responsibility.

Ofsted registeredEYFS curriculumAfter-school care

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 6:30 pm, 52 weeks a year (closed bank holidays, staff training, Christmas period)

Age range

3 months to 5 years (nursery), up to 8 years (after-school care)

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cribs Day Nursery

Last inspected 1 November 2022

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are greeted warmly and are encouraged to be independent. They explore stimulating activities and have access to an outdoor environment where children of all ages mix, fostering learning and responsibility.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff teach children mathematical concepts well.
  • Children behave well and follow routines.
  • Parents are happy with the service and feel supported.
  • Managers and staff promote equality and diversity through British values and special events.
  • Staff provide children with a stimulating and engaging environment, planning based on their interests.

Areas to develop

  • 1The provider should support staff to have a deeper understanding of the intent of the curriculum so that all children benefit from opportunities to extend their learning further.
  • 2The provider should develop further strategies to enhance all children's communication and language skills and support their growing vocabulary.
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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff have strong outside links with different agencies to provide support for children and their families. For example, they work together to create individual plans for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Children have access to an outdoor environment at different times. Children of all ages mix together outside. Children's physical health is promoted, such as through regular outdoor play.

Parent Reviews of Cribs Day Nursery

4.0
(5)
Suhela Begum
2 years ago

My son has recently left cribs day nursery and moved onto a primary school nearby. The work done from this nursery is brilliant, they had a very positive affect on my child and have impacted his growth so positively. They prepared him for his next step in his journey. Overall this nursery is one of the best, the staff and managers are so very friendly. Thank you so much to the cribs day nursery team!!

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Abida S Khan
3 years ago

This incident was a few years ago so I don't remember specific details of what I'm about to mention, but I was referred to this nursery as an apprentice through an agency and the manager gave me a seriously unpleasant vibe from the get go. I believe her name was Katie. She spoke to me in a condescending tone when I asked something or when she gave me instructions. I also overheard her speak like this to others too. The other staff were nice and the kids were amazing but her presence and bad attitude made it an overall negative experience.

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Sumya Akter
2 years ago

Really good nursery, the children are amazing as are the staff / managers who are sweet and friendly.

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Aisha Lynch
a month ago

My son has been with them from 13 months till age 4. No problems or concerns with my son’s care or staff . Staff communicate very well . The nursery is warm and friendly. Lovely nursery .

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Inspection history

Date: May 2011

  • November 2022Good
  • December 2016Good
  • November 2013Good
  • April 2013Good
  • May 2011Good

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