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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Imperial Day Nursery # Imperial Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2023) · 3.7 (3 parent reviews) · 43 Imperial Avenue, WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA, SS0 8NQ · Southend on Sea Number of places 52 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Sept 2023 Local authority Southend on Sea About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Established in January 1989, Imperial Day Nursery in Westcliff-on-Sea has a long-standing history as one of the area's first childcare providers. It has evolved over 33 years to offer a high-quality childcare experience for families in Essex. The nursery prides itself on maintaining a warm and nurturing environment while incorporating modern, fully refurbished facilities. Its design has been carefully updated to meet regulatory guidelines, placing it at the forefront of the educational sector. Imperial Day Nursery aims to provide a welcoming, "home-from-home" setting for babies and young children, focusing on a blend of contemporary education practices and a comforting atmosphere. What it's like Children are happy and settled in this welcoming nursery. There is an effective key-person system in place. Staff plan appropriate next steps for children's development that build on what they already know and can do. Family-owned and run Established in 1989 Recently refurbished facilities Nurturing atmosphere ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.imperialdaynursery.co.uk/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7am to 7pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2010 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Imperial Day Nursery Last inspected 18 September 2023 · Lyndsey Barwick 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 happy and settled in this welcoming nursery. There is an effective key-person system in place. Staff plan appropriate next steps for children's development that build on what they already know and can do. Inspector highlights - The manager is dedicated and committed and has a clear and ambitious vision for the nursery which is shared with the staff. - Babies and toddlers have opportunities to develop their communication skills through stories and singing. - Staff support children to learn skills for the future, such as to be independent with their self-care skills. - Staff understand the importance of effective partnerships with parents and the positive impact this has on children's well-being and learning. - Staff moral is high and teamwork is effective, meaning children are cared for by happy and motivated staff. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to develop their interactions to raise the quality of teaching to a consistently high level - 2 improve consistency in how staff support children's understanding of the impact of their behaviours and why there are rules in place so that they can learn to self-regulate their behaviour. Inspection #10306990 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50231044) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Imperial Day Nursery Inspection date Sept 2023 Inspection no. 10306990 Lead inspector Lyndsey Barwick Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50231044)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY395484) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=imperial-day-nursery-ltd-ss0-8nq-ey395484) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff are effective in engaging with other professionals when needed. They make referrals to speech and language therapists and signpost parents to support from other professionals. Staff implement recommended strategies to support children in the nursery. This ensures that all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make progress in relation to their individual starting points. 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 Imperial Day Nursery 3.7 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL4vEiyqUIENmm2q0CQuPGs8MYpaUt5V7T2d0jv4zeN5jyNkw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) James K 2 months ago We couldn’t be happier with Imperial Day Nursery. Our daughter has been attending for over a year now, and she truly loves it there, which says everything. The staff are consistently friendly, caring, and approachable, and they create a warm and nurturing environment every day. The facilities are excellent, and it is incredibly reassuring to know she is in such capable and kind hands. We are very grateful for everything the team does and would not hesitate to recommend Imperial Day Nursery to any parent looking for outstanding childcare. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pjM2VWcEhZbTFtYUVWMFowMVZWM2RxZERORFFuYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d8d997633e1677:0x40137e914d065d0f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLS5nwEwRiZ4e8KBngOG8sh2rDlVJrT_kXq2eXyzHPXk5MM-g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Josh Dutnall a year ago Fantastic Nursery and Pre School. The care the staff give the children is second to none. Special menu’s every week with home cooked food. Daughter was here from 10 months until she left for reception. Everything was explained from the start and have recommended to friends who now send their children who also love it. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNfZ2FlUTFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8d997633e1677:0x40137e914d065d0f) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWp7PvVyTp9dfHwVxUFPAziE4o363rMmbwoaBe-Xbu29XRRZCsr=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Holly Evans a year ago Although I thought this nursery was lovely, the attitude I received after wasn't very nice. My first child and with this new government funding nothing was explained beforehand about not having term time only funding and when I realised the cost a month was too costly, the staff was rude and wasn't very helpful and come across rather snooty about my situation. I don't think it's really respectful to treat people like this, because you never know what people's circumstances are! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNiN0xiSWZnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8d997633e1677:0x40137e914d065d0f) Reviews from Google for Imperial Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4617173205512510735&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2011 - September 2023 Good - February 2020 Good - February 2016 Good - April 2013 Requires improvement - July 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Imperial Day Nursery ### What qualifications and team strengths are present at Imperial Day Nursery Ltd? ### How many places does Imperial Day Nursery Ltd have? ### How was Imperial Day Nursery Ltd rated by Ofsted? ### When was Imperial Day Nursery Ltd established? ## Nearby day nurseries in WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Imperial Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Sarah's Montessori Day Nursery Westcliff-on-Sea · SS0 8NE ](/nursery/sarah-s-montessori-day-nursery-ss0-8ne-2782186) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Little Treasures Westcliff-on-Sea · SS0 9NJ 4.8(8 reviews) ](/nursery/little-treasures-ss0-9nj-119501) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Snaps Day Nursery Westcliff-on-Sea · SS0 9JG 4.3(12 reviews) ](/nursery/snaps-day-nursery-ss0-9jg-ey231620) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.6 mi ### Sunshine Day Nursery 2003 Westcliff-on-Sea · SS0 0AX ](/nursery/sunshine-day-nursery-2003-ltd-ss0-0ax-ey273928) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Ladybird Nhs Nursery Westcliff-on-Sea · SS0 0SF 4.9(24 reviews) ](/nursery/ladybird-nursery-ss0-0sf-ey279099) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Kindred Westcliff Westcliff-on-Sea · SS0 0AL 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/kindred-westcliff-ss0-0al-2525560) [See all nurseries in WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA →](/search?q=WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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