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Happy Journeys Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
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4.8(75 parent reviews) ·22 Church End, London, NW4 4JT · Barnet
Number of places
84 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Barnet

About this day nursery

Happy Journeys Day Nursery provides a calm, caring, and holistic early years environment where children feel secure, valued, and confident to explore. The nursery was founded on the principle that children flourish when they feel safe, nurtured, and deeply connected, offering a warm and loving space that supports each child emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually.

They are dedicated to nurturing happy, healthy, and confident children by focusing on their entire development—mind, body, and heart. The approach is inspired by EYFS, Montessori, and Reggio Emilia, incorporating play-based learning and daily outdoor play, including Forest School activities.

Happy Journeys emphasizes well-being, connection, and joyful learning to help children build strong foundations for life. They also prioritize healthy nutrition with fresh, balanced meals prepared daily and provide calm, consistent rest routines in peaceful sleep spaces.

The nursery offers specialist activities such as yoga, music, and languages, and ensures secure entry and exit procedures with nursery cameras for parent peace of mind. Daily updates and open communication keep parents informed and connected to their child’s experiences and milestones.

They also organize family workshops and events to strengthen the nursery community.

Our ethos

Happy Journeys Day Nursery was created from a simple brief - that children thrive when they feel safe, nurtured, and deeply connected. We offer more than childcare, we provide a warm, loving environment where each child is supported emotionally, physically, socially, and intellectually. Our mission is to nurture happy, healthy, and confident children by supporting their development as a whole - mind, body, and heart. Guided by our core values, we create a calm and inspiring environment where children feel a true sense of belonging.

What it's like

Children are happy and settled at this friendly and nurturing nursery. They form positive bonds with the caring staff and engage in a wide range of stimulating and enjoyable experiences. Children learn to manage their feelings and behaviours and are beginning to understand the importance of rules and taking turns.

Holistic WellbeingEYFS, Montessori, Reggio Emilia Inspired LearningHealthy NutritionNature & Outdoor PlaySecure Entry & Exit

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM

Age range

6 months – 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Food

Fresh, balanced meals prepared daily

Established

2019

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Happy Journeys Day Nursery

Last inspected 29 March 2022 · Anne Maher

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

Actions the provider must take

  • implement effective routines at mealtimes to ensure that children do not wait for long periods of time before eating
  • take all necessary steps to consistently promote the good health of children, including implementing effective handwashing procedures
  • review procedures for the administration and record-keeping of children's medication.

What it's like to attend

Children are happy and settled at this friendly and nurturing nursery. They form positive bonds with the caring staff and engage in a wide range of stimulating and enjoyable experiences. Children learn to manage their feelings and behaviours and are beginning to understand the importance of rules and taking turns.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff provide a curriculum that has a positive impact on helping children to progress through the stages of learning.
  • Staff are good role models and give children clear explanations of expectations for behaviour.
  • Staff support children's developing language skills and are ambitious to build and extend their vocabulary.
  • The manager supports staff well and consideration is given to promote their well-being.
  • Staff place a strong emphasis on helping children to develop their confidence and well-being.

Areas to develop

  • 1implement effective routines at mealtimes to ensure that children do not wait for long periods of time before eating
  • 2take all necessary steps to consistently promote the good health of children, including implementing effective handwashing procedures
  • 3review procedures for the administration and record-keeping of children's medication.
Inspection #10226408 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak very positively about the staff's support and commitment to provide their children with the best possible start.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure children get the required levels of support they need. Individualised plans are used effectively to focus on the skills children need to acquire and practice to help them make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Happy Journeys Day Nursery

4.8
(75)
Nadia Begum
2 months ago

My daughter has been going to happy journeys since she was 11 months (19m right now). The nursery and the staff have been fantastic at supporting her (and us) through the transition and settling in period. My daughter loves going in now, and i can really see her development and confidence growing. They have great activities for the children, the staff are caring and kind, they are wonderful at updating us through the day and at any point we need to call, and provide great feedback at every pick up. Thank you!

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Alexandra Badoi
a year ago

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Happy Journeys Nursery has been an absolute blessing for our family! Our son, Philip, has been attending since he was 18 months. He passed through Infant room and then at 2 years old moved to Toddlers room. We couldn’t be happier with our choice! The staff are warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring, creating an environment where he feels safe, supported, and encouraged to grow. From the moment we walk in each day, you can feel the positive energy in the space – it’s bright, clean, and full of engaging activities. I’ve attached few photos. The teachers truly go above and beyond, paying attention to each child’s needs and individual development. Philip comes home every day excited to tell us about what he’s learned, and we’ve seen his confidence and social skills flourish thanks to the nurturing environment here. Communication with parents is excellent too! We love the regular updates and photos, giving us peace of mind and a window into Philip’s day. It’s clear the team is passionate about early childhood education and puts in the effort to make each day special. We’re so grateful to have found Happy Journeys Nursery and we already recommend it to few of our neighbours who also joined and they are very content!

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Rachel Gottlieb
4 months ago

I have sent both my girls to Happy Journeys (2021-2026) and hope to send my future baby there! I would never send my kids anywhere else as nothing lives up to the care HJ provide. All the staff are lovely, kind and extremely supportive. They display the highest level of professionalism and their communication is outstanding. Anytime I have raised anything with the nursery staff/management, whether it’s been assisting with toilet training or eating support, it is dealt with promptly and professionally. I am very grateful for such a high level of care, as from speaking to numerous mums about other nurseries they send their children to, it does not seem to be the norm! Thank you HJ for looking / continuing to look after my girls!

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grace pick
3 months ago

I am so happy with this nursery. The staff are caring and attentive, and our child is thriving in a safe, stimulating environment. Communication is excellent, and it’s clear my child is learning and developing every day. Highly recommend!

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Gia Alexa
7 months ago

Really happy with the way my daighter Isabelle developed in all aspects. She made friends, she loves her teachers. The reception and management is also great, responsive and they don t put money first but the child wellbeing. Adapting easily to child needs and always provide a daily report. Very transparent and professional. Food is also great, many healthy and diverse choices, also i love the fact there are many events, we as parents take part too ( stay and play, macmillan breakfast etc) . Thank you team

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

29 March 2022

Good

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