Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 6:00pm, with early starts available from 7:30am. Open 51 weeks a year, closed for the Christmas period.
Harvard Park Day Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2023)
Number of places
52 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2023
Local authority
Hounslow
About this day nursery
Harvard Park Day Nursery, situated in Feltham, TW13 4BU, has been a cornerstone of early childhood education since 1989, committed to providing quality care and a strong foundation for children's learning jouneys. The nursery prides itself on nurturing environments led by a dedicated team of specially trained staff, some of whom are experts in areas like Forest School, PALs, Phonics, Bucket Time, and Makaton.
With a focus on continuous staff development, the nursery ensures its educators are well-versed in current knowledge and new developments in early years education. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, closing only for the Christmas period, to accommodate the diverse needs of families.
Its commitment to children extends to fostering their growth and development through engaging activities and a curriculum that supports their individual readiness to transition between age-specific rooms within the nursery. The nursery also collaborates closely with parents, offering guidance and support regarding funding and payment options to ensure accessibility for all families.
Our ethos
Harvard Park Day Nursery is committed to providing quality care and a strong foundation for children's learning journeys. They pride themselves on nurturing environments and have staff trained in specific methodologies such as Forest School, PALs, Phonics, Bucket Time, and Makaton. The nursery focuses on continuous staff development to ensure educators are current with early years education knowledge and developments.
What it's like
Staff prioritise children's emotional well-being and personal development, helping them feel safe and secure especially after the pandemic. They encourage independence and provide opportunities for physical activity and early learning. Children show high levels of motivation and engagement in activities.
Experienced and established since 1989Dedicated and specially trained staffFlexible session optionsAccepts various funding schemesYear-round operation
Pricing & funding
Fees are structured separately for the Pre-School and Day Nursery. Charges are calculated on a weekly basis according to the number of days or sessions booked, with flat hourly rates for extra or unfunded hours. Optional consumable charges apply on a daily or weekly basis depending on attendance.
Funding accepted
Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Good to know
- Minimum booking of 3 sessions (minimum 15 hours) applies for unfunded Day Nursery care.
- Optional daily or weekly consumable charges are applied depending on funding and session type.
- Discounts are available for 4 and 5 day bookings under funded structures.
Key facts
Session types
Full Days, Morning sessions, Afternoon sessions, Early starts
Age range
3 months to 32 months
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2008
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Harvard Park Day Nursery
Last inspected 24 October 2023 · Marisol Hernandez-Garn
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Staff prioritise children's emotional well-being and personal development, helping them feel safe and secure especially after the pandemic. They encourage independence and provide opportunities for physical activity and early learning. Children show high levels of motivation and engagement in activities.
Inspector highlights
- Staff effectively organise daily routines, positively impacting children's happiness.
- Managers reflect on practices with early years advisers to identify areas for development.
- Staff have opportunities to gain higher qualifications and improve their knowledge of how to interact with children effectively.
- Staff work collaboratively with external agencies, such as speech therapists, to provide children with targeted support.
- Toddlers show good levels of creativity and imagination, while older children's literacy skills are developing well.
- Children have opportunities to use technology for different purposes, learning to operate devices safely.
Areas to develop
- 1make use of all opportunities to further extend children's language and problem- solving skills
- 2support staff to understand how to plan and sequence the curriculum more effectively.
Inspection #10285971 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents and grandparents appreciate staff's nurturing and welcoming approach.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff have opportunities to gain higher qualifications in a specialist topic, such as on how to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff work collaboratively with external agencies, such as speech therapists, to provide children with targeted support. This helps children, including those who have speech delay, make good progress from their starting points.
Outdoor space
Staff provide children with daily opportunities to play in the garden and explore their local surroundings. They talk to children about nature and engage them in forest-school activities, learning to make picture frames using natural resources.
Parent Reviews of Harvard Park Day Nursery
3.9
(10)
Bart T
2 years ago
5* Nursery all day long! Fantastic place for little one to be at. Staff is very friendly and reassuring. Deal with confidence, We were really pleased with this place, when our child attended the nursery.
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Raabeya L
8 years ago
I am not entirely sure what to think of this nursery. I was recommended this nursery by a friend and I dont think I have ever been so disappointed. I spoke to a lady, who I am sure was the manager, to ask of prices for the nursery. Yes she was apologetic but I do not understand how you can get business if you cannot tell the prices for your nursery over the phone. I am a working mother who works full time and 12 hours shifts so it is impossible for me to come for an open day. Thank you for wasting my time, but no thanks.
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Rita Soibam
4 years ago
It’s an amazing place for little one. My son loves going to the nursery. Staffs are lovely and very helpful. Any concern you have they are there to help. It’s second home to my son. I’ll definitely recommend this nursery to the parents looking for nursery.
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Petwell House - Hayes
2 years ago
very good nursery for this part of London. Prices reasonable and with own kitchen. Sometimes feels bit crowded.
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Nikitha Kakkat
8 months ago
Caretakers are really good
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Inspection history
Date: April 2009
- October 2023Good
- October 2017Outstanding
- February 2013Good
- April 2009Good
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