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Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell Children Centre

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2023)
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5.0(20 parent reviews) ·25a Laurel Gardens, LONDON, W7 3JG · Ealing
Number of places
55 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2023
Local authority
Ealing

About this day nursery

Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries in Hanwell provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The nursery focuses on fostering a love for learning through engaging activities and a well-rounded curriculum.

They boast beautiful indoor spaces and extensive outdoor areas, which include a forest school program designed to spark curiosity, wonder, and awe in every child. The nursery prides itself on its passionate team of educators who are dedicated to creating a happy and supportive atmosphere for learning and development.

They offer a diverse range of learning experiences, catering to individual needs and ensuring a strong foundation for future academic success. The nursery is part of the larger Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries group, which was founded by parents who understand the importance of quality childcare and family values.

Our ethos

Hungry caterpillars Day Nurseries fosters a love of learning through engaging activities and a rich curriculum. They offer a Forest School program to spark curiosity, wonder, and awe in children, and are committed to creating a happy, supportive atmosphere for learning and development.

What it's like

Children are settled in this warm, friendly nursery. Babies form close bonds with their key person, and separate from their parents with ease. Children demonstrate high levels of curiosity and learn to problem-solve and develop their early mathematical skills. Staff give children confidence to communicate and promote their self-esteem and well-being.

Forest School programFamily-run nursery groupPassionate educators

Pricing & funding

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)
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Key facts

Opening hours

7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays

Age range

3 Months to 5 Years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell Children Centre

Last inspected 24 January 2023

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 settled in this warm, friendly nursery. Babies form close bonds with their key person, and separate from their parents with ease. Children demonstrate high levels of curiosity and learn to problem-solve and develop their early mathematical skills. Staff give children confidence to communicate and promote their self-esteem and well-being.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager has created a curriculum that focuses on children's language and social development and has adjusted systems to give babies time to settle.
  • Older children's learning is enhanced through the learning environment, and staff are skilful at extending their learning and development.
  • Staff are good role models and have high expectations for children's behaviour, teaching them about 'kind hands' and different emotions.
  • Children develop their independence skills, such as feeding themselves and putting on coats to go outside.
  • The manager has a robust recruitment system and provides ongoing monitoring and supervision for staff, who report having access to an online learning platform.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the consistency of staff's hygiene practices to support children's understanding of the links between good hygiene and good health
  • 2review the transitions and routines in the baby room, so that children are not waiting for prolonged periods of time that interrupts their learning opportunities.
Inspection #10243211 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

regularly share information with them about what their children have been learning

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children demonstrate a positive attitude to their learning, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff identify any children who will benefit from additional support and use advice and support from professionals to plan specific support, such as activities for listening and attention skills.

Outdoor space

Children have ample opportunity to access the outside area, where they learn to balance and ride tricycles. This supports children's large- and fine-muscle development.

Parent Reviews of Hungry Caterpillar Day Nurseries - Hanwell Children Centre

5.0
(20)
Yara Zakhour
7 months ago

We absolutely love this nursery. Our little boy has been going for 9 months now and he enjoys it a lot. The staff are so attentive and really care about him and the kids. Whenever I pick him up they are always so positive and share about his day and all the new things he’s started to do. His vocabulary is really improving at this nursery as well. It’s a real blessing to know he’s in such safe and caring hands when away from us. Couldn’t recommend it more!

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Vanessa Zamora Igual
8 months ago

My little one started just a couple of weeks ago and the transaction has been very easy. Everyone at the nursery was very welcoming and listened to my questions and answered them well. It is always hard leaving a part of you behind with “strangers” but I am looking forward to seeing how my LO will flourished with the staff and other kids.

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alisha lucien
a year ago

My Daughter started this September and with her being my 1st baby it was a big step for us both. I’m so happy to say that the care she’s received has been top notch and she’s always happy to be there. The work you do is truly appreciated Hungry Caterpillars Hanwell x

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Karagh Mcgoldrick
2 years ago

My daughter has been at Hungry Caterpillars for 15 months now and absolutely loves it, she has progressed really well. The staff and management are professional, friendly, kind, caring and understanding. I receive daily updates via an app, as well as progress reports and I love the regular photos I receive on activities. I appreciated all of the effort the team put into keeping things running during the pandemic and the communication with parents during this time.

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Mary Stephany Baladas
2 years ago

Friendly and understanding staff. Staff are helpful not only with my child, but also offer a lot of support to me as a parent. They have been updating me on her progress and helping every step of the way. My daughter still has her days when she is upset but every afternoon she would say she wants to go to nursery and meet her friends and teachers. She loves it!!! Thank you to all the lovely staff.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

24 January 2023

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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