--- title: "Early Education Centre Nursery, Walthamstow E17 8ER" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/early-education-centre-e17-8er-2590924 description: "Early Education Centre, a nursery in Walthamstow (E17 8ER) — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Early Education Centre in Walthamstow (E17 8ER) Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · 5.0 (2 Google reviews) · 34 Verulam Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 8ER · Waltham Forest Number of places 67 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 Local authority Waltham Forest ## About this day nursery Early Education Centre, also known as Early Buds Nurseries, offers childcare services across four locations in Walthamstow: Queens Road, Northcote Road, Verulam Avenue, and Bramley Close. Catered for children aged from 6 months to 5 years at most settings, with Bramley Close specifically for 2 to 5-year-olds, the nurseries operate with varying hours and term structures. Queens Road, Northcote Road, and Verulam Avenue are open 7:45 am to 6 pm, 51 weeks a year, while Bramley Close runs from 9 am to 3:30 pm for 38 weeks a year. The centre is dedicated to fostering an environment where children can flourish, emphasising the growth of curiosity, confidence, and individuality. They highlight their commitment to nurturing hearts and minds, inspiring growth daily, and planting seeds for lifelong discovery. The nurseries accept various government funding schemes for childcare, including the 15 and 30 hours free childcare entitlements, aiming to support families with flexible and accessible early education. Our ethos In our nurseries we see every child as a tiny seed bursting with potential, ready to grow and thrive. Here, curiosity blooms, confidence sprouts, and individuality shines bright. With care, creativity, and a sprinkle of nature’s magic, we help little minds flourish and kind hearts grow—planting the seeds for joy, wonder, and lifelong discovery. What it's like Children are happy to attend this friendly and welcoming setting. Staff build trusting bonds with children, helping them to feel secure, confident and eager to play. The curriculum supports learning and progress, with managers and staff working closely with parents, external agencies, and local schools to support children's development and transitions. Play-based learning Government funding accepted Multiple locations in Walthamstow Meals included ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged monthly and vary based on funding eligibility, age, and the number of days attended. Standard monthly fees include all meals. For children receiving Free Early Education Entitlement (FEEE), fees are split into a basic fee plus an additional cost for breakfast, lunch, and tea. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - Standard non-funded monthly fees include all meals (breakfast, lunch, and tea). - Funded monthly fees include an additional daily charge for meals. - A deposit is required, with the amount scaled based on the number of days booked per week. ## Key facts Opening hours Queens Road, Northcote Road, Verulam Avenue: 7:45 am to 6 pm, 51 weeks per year. Bramley Close: 9 am to 3:30 pm, 38 weeks per year. Food All meals included for non-funded children. Additional charge for funded children for breakfast, lunch, and tea. Parents of children accessing FEEE only sessions are not required to pay for meals but may purchase them. Age range 6 months to 5 years (2-5 years at Bramley Close) Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Early Education Centre Last inspected 9 September 2025 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 Inspector highlights - Children form secure and trusting relationships with familiar adults who understand their individual needs. - Staff plan experiences for children to be physically active in their play, promoting the development of their large and small muscle movements. - Staff provide a calm and comfortable environment for children who need to rest or sleep, with regular checks for safety. - Parents comment that their children are happy at the setting and find leaders and staff approachable and professional. - The provider recognises the importance of valuing the well-being of managers and staff, fostering a friendly and harmonious environment. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the delivery of the curriculum for communication and language to provide children with even more effective opportunities to develop their communication and language skills - 2 support staff to give children time to explore their own ideas as they play, and to develop and enhance their creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Inspection #10411133 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50289440) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "parents comment that their children are happy at the setting. They find leaders and staff approachable and professional." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work well in partnership with parents and external agencies. They support children to socialise with each other and share toys and other resources. When children need extra help to manage their behaviour, staff encourage, support and help them to learn to recognise emotions. Outdoor space Staff plan experiences for children to be physically active in their play. Older children develop self-care skills. The youngest children happily crawl through tunnels. This promotes the development of their large and small muscle movements. The inspector observed children's activities and staff's teaching, indoors and outdoors. ## Google Reviews of Early Education Centre 5.0 (2 Google reviews) Krisztina Fazekas 2 years ago My kids love this nursury. I love it too. My older son start there in 2020 and my little boy still there. We had many experiences. They are teaching and care of the children like family. They are amazing. Coming up with new play every day, new theme every week. I really appreciate we find you guys ♥️ Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNsMHItekZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x48761db948c033ef:0xad943dbdb8476d18) Eleanor Hood a year ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJdXFITHhBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761db948c033ef:0xad943dbdb8476d18) Reviews from Google for Early Education Centre. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=12507689950164512024&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2022 - September 2025 Good - October 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about Early Education Centre ### What is the Ofsted rating for Early Education Centre? ### What are the fees for Early Education Centre? ### Does Early Education Centre accept funded hours? ### What age range does Early Education Centre cater for? ### What are the opening hours for Early Education Centre? ### What is the ethos of Early Education Centre? ### How does Early Education Centre support children's emotional development? ### What is the approach to outdoor play at Early Education Centre? ### How can I contact Early Education Centre? ## About the setting Early Education Centre registered in 2020 and is situated in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The setting is open all year round, from 7.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. It employs 23 members of staff who work directly with children, 15 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The setting provides government-funded childcare. URN 2590924 Registered person Early Education Centre Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Walthamstow Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Early Education Centre. - Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### Little Learners Nursery: St Saviour's London · E17 8ER https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-learners-nursery-st-saviour-s-e17-8er-ey482898 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Footsteps Day Nursery London · E17 8PJ 4.8(22 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/footsteps-day-nursery-e17-8pj-ey551980 - Ofsted rating unavailable 0.4 mi ### Early Buds Nursery London · E17 8QR https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/early-buds-nursery-ltd-e17-8qr-2804823 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Crazy 4 Kids Frederic Street London · E17 7LF 4.6(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/crazy-4-kids-frederic-street-e17-7lf-ey540732 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Stars Nursery London · E17 8JU https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-stars-nursery-e17-8ju-2542664 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Willow Tree Nursery Walthamstow · E17 9AA 4.5(16 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/willow-tree-nursery-limited-e17-9aa-2733245 See all nurseries in Walthamstow →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Walthamstow ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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