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Imperial College Early Years Education Centre

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Feb 2020)
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5.0(3 Google reviews) ·8 Princes Gardens, LONDON, SW7 1NA · Westminster
Number of places
186 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2020
Local authority
Westminster

About this day nursery

The Imperial College Early Years Education Centre provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, focusing on a Froebelian approach to learning. This philosophy emphasises hands-on experiences, play-based activities, and a close connection to nature, encouraging children's natural curiosity and development.

The centre offers dedicated spaces for different age groups, including babies, 2-3 year olds, and 3-5 year olds, each tailored to support their specific developmental needs. A sensory room and a garden further enhance the learning environment, providing diverse opportunities for exploration and growth.

The centre prioritises healthy eating with a focus on food and nutrition guidelines. Parents are actively involved in their child's journey, supported by a key person system and a parent's charter.

The centre also provides resources and support for children with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring an inclusive environment. It integrates cultural events and celebrations, fostering a sense of community and broadening children's perspectives.

The Imperial College Early Years Education Centre is committed to providing a holistic educational experience that prepares children for future learning while valuing their individual development.

Our ethos

Our approach is Froebelian, which means we believe in the importance of play, collaboration, and practical, hands-on experiences to foster a child's natural curiosity and development. This includes activities such as water and sand play, storytelling, construction, den building, and exploring nature.

What it's like

Children and their parents are met warmly on arrival by familiar staff. Staff take time to speak to parents and ensure all children settle extremely well into the daily routine. The high-quality nursery environment is maintained to an exceptionally high standard. Children's developmental needs are central to how spaces are organised.

Froebelian approachPlay-based learningSensory roomHealthy Early Years London

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Food

Meals provided, with a focus on healthy and nutritious food guidelines.

Opening hours

8.45am to 5.15pm each weekday

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Imperial College Early Years Education Centre

Last inspected 21 February 2020

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

What it's like to attend

Children and their parents are met warmly on arrival by familiar staff. Staff take time to speak to parents and ensure all children settle extremely well into the daily routine. The high-quality nursery environment is maintained to an exceptionally high standard. Children's developmental needs are central to how spaces are organised.

Inspector highlights

  • The leadership team and staff have high expectations for all children.
  • Children's behaviour is exemplary.
  • Staff are committed to improving children's health.
  • Children have regular access to the incredibly well-designed nursery garden.
  • The leadership team has strong links with outside organisations that provide further opportunities for learning.
Inspection #10128375 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of the care their children receive. They compliment the high-quality resources, the opportunities for children to play outdoors, the consistently knowledgeable staff team and the nutritious food their children eat.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are exceptionally ready for their next steps in learning, including starting school. All children, including those who speak English as an additional language and those with SEND, make excellent progress from their starting points.

Outdoor space

Children's physical well-being is supported exceedingly well. Staff provide challenging outdoor learning experiences which all children thoroughly enjoy. Children have regular access to the incredibly well-designed nursery garden. A bespoke climbing frame provides exciting opportunities for children to extend their physical skills. There is space to use bicycles, dig in the mud, play in the sand and enjoy the outdoors. Through a gate, children can access a wilder space which they call the 'secret garden'. Here they identify trees, squelch in the mud and explore the natural environment.

EAL / language support

All children, including those who speak English as an additional language and those with SEND, make excellent progress from their starting points.

Google Reviews of Imperial College Early Years Education Centre

5.0
(3 Google reviews)
Wei Ba
3 months ago

My son spent two years at Imperial EYEC and had a fantastic experience. We have tried other nurseries due to changes in our location, and there is no doubt that the quality of care and education at EYEC is the best. The communication and feedback were excellent. The teachers provided a warm and nurturing environment, and we were always impressed by the creative and inspiring activities. It was clear to us that our son truly thrived there. Thank you.

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Xiaoyu Xiaoyu
5 months ago

My daughter attended Imperial College Early Years Education Centre and we had an excellent experience. The staff are caring, professional, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. Communication with parents is excellent, and it’s clear they focus on each child’s development. Highly recommended.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2007

  • February 2020Outstanding
  • January 2013Outstanding
  • July 2011Outstanding
  • May 2007Outstanding

Frequently asked about Imperial College Early Years Education Centre

About the setting

Imperial College Early Years Education Centre provides full-day care and a holiday playscheme. It opened in 1970 and is run by Imperial College for the children of students and staff. It operates from 11 rooms over six floors in converted Victorian houses on the Imperial College campus, in the city of Westminster. The nursery is open each weekday from 8.45am to 5.15pm all year round. The playscheme operates similar opening hours and is open every half term and during the summer holiday. The setting provides funded places for children aged three and four years. It supports children with SEND and a number of children who speak English as an additional language. The setting employs 55 staff. Of these, two hold early years professional status, 11 have degrees in early years education, three staff are qualified teachers and most of the remaining staff are qualified in early years.

URN
135043
Registered person
Imperial College Ltd
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Outstanding

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