Opening hours
office is open from 8am to 6pm every day
East Thurrock Kids Club
Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2025)
Number of places
90 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2025
Local authority
Thurrock
About this day nursery
East Thurrock Kids Club prioritises exceptional care and education by heavily investing in staff development. All team members are trained in Paediatric First Aid and regularly participate in internal training covering essential areas like Safeguarding, Health and Hygiene, Fire Safety, Inclusion, and the Early Years Foundation Stage.
The nursery ensures all staff hold current DBS certificates, and new hires undergo a thorough induction process. East Thurrock Kids Club also supports the next generation of early years professionals by hosting students from local schools and colleges, who gain practical experience under the guidance of senior staff.
The nursery consistently maintains a "Good" rating from Ofsted, with inspectors highlighting the joyful and engaging atmosphere for children. Located conveniently within Stanford Childrens Centre on Copland Road in Stanford-le-Hope, the club is easily accessible via public transport and offers parking for parents.
What it's like
Children receive a warm and enthusiastic welcome from motivated staff, giving them a positive start to their day. Staff understand the well-designed curriculum and provide rich and varied opportunities for children to develop their talents and interests. The well-organised key-person system ensures children's individual needs are met, and they feel safe and secure.
Ofsted-rated GoodStrong staff training focusWelcomes students for practical experience
Pricing & funding
Fees are charged at an hourly rate for hours outside of funded entitlements, with rates varying across three age bands. Parents are billed monthly, and continuous or occasional bookings are available for out-of-school care. No refunds are provided for child sickness or holidays.
Funding accepted
15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
- Hourly rate for under 2s (from Sep 2025)£9.25 / hour
- Hourly rate for 2 year olds (from Sep 2025)£8.75 / hour
- Hourly rate for over 3s (from Sep 2025)£8.25 / hour
Good to know
- Billed monthly for preschool children, payable by standing order, card, online banking, or childcare vouchers.
- No refunds or reductions are given for child sickness or holidays.
- Two weeks' written notice is required to cancel or reduce booked sessions permanently.
- No registration fees are charged.
- Late collections are charged at the standard hourly rate.
- No consumable charges are currently applied, but they will be introduced from September 2026.
Key facts
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for East Thurrock Kids Club
Last inspected 4 June 2025 · Clare Ford
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 receive a warm and enthusiastic welcome from motivated staff, giving them a positive start to their day. Staff understand the well-designed curriculum and provide rich and varied opportunities for children to develop their talents and interests. The well-organised key-person system ensures children's individual needs are met, and they feel safe and secure.
Inspector highlights
- Children receive a warm and enthusiastic welcome from motivated staff.
- Children behave well, listen to instructions, and show respect to staff and peers.
- There is a strong commitment to children's communication and language development.
- Children frequently encounter problem-solving opportunities.
- Parent partnerships are very strong, with positive feedback from parents.
Areas to develop
- 1develop the arrangements for staff supervision to ensure all staff have the opportunity to receive feedback about their practice and discuss areas for their professional development that will further enhance the quality of teaching.
Inspection #10392239 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
parents say they appreciate how kind and approachable staff are.
They are happy with the progress children make and feel that they are regularly updated about this.
Parents comment that they value the ideas for home learning that the staff share with them.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Partnership working is strong. Leaders have developed a very open culture where parents and professional partners contribute to children's learning and development. This helps to provide targeted support for children who need it. Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is a strength. Staff know and understand the support that is in place for children and how this supports them to make the progress they are capable of.
Outdoor space
Children have access to a vast range of physical activities. Across all ages, children climb, run, balance and swing. The inspector observed the quality of teaching and interactions, both inside and in the garden.
Parent Reviews of East Thurrock Kids Club
5.0
(3)
Prem Paul
7 months ago
I would like to express my appreciation for the wonderful care my 3 year old daughter Gaurangi receives since joining at East Thurrock Kids Club in Stanford-le-Hope. The team provides a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and grow with confidence. The staff are always welcoming, professional, and attentive to each child’s needs. My daughter has developed so much since joining and always looks forward to attending. Thank you for creating such a positive and supportive space for the children.
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A
4 years ago
Our youngest daughter has been going here since she was 9 months for around 1 year. After visiting so many nursery's to find the right one for our little princess we found this nursery to be by far the best when it came to learning and development. The teachers are excellent. Very clean and our daughter has advanced in life so much thanks to them. If we have anymore children then 100% they will be coming here. Watch this space ....
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Mayla Curtin
a year ago
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Inspection history
Date: February 2010
- June 2025Good
- August 2019Good
- July 2015Good
- February 2010Good
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