--- title: "Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info, London" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/independent-place-nursery-children-first-info-e8-2hd-ey481057 description: "Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info in London — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2021) · 26 - 27 Independent Place, Shacklewell Place, LONDON, E8 2HD · Hackney Number of places 49 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Hackney ## About this day nursery Independent Place Nursery, operating under the Children-First group, is a dedicated childcare provider located in Hackney, London. The day nursery prioritises a child-centred approach, fostering a nurturing and educational environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. They aim to support children's emotional and social development, encouraging them to recognise and express their feelings, and understand how their actions affect others. The curriculum is designed around the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, offering a diverse array of activities that encompass sensory play, outdoor exploration, creative arts, and foundational skills in science, maths, and literacy. The day nursery ensures a consistent and supportive learning journey for each child through a key worker system, detailed record-keeping, and the use of the Eylog online learning journal for parent communication. They emphasise healthy eating with fresh, organic (where possible) meals prepared on-site, catering to various dietary needs. Beyond daily routines, the nursery enriches children's experiences with specialist teachers, regular outings to local amenities, and engaging special events that promote family involvement and cultural understanding. Our ethos Independent Place Nursery follows an EYFS framework with a child-centred approach, aiming to foster children's emotional and social development. They support a learning journey through a key worker system and aim for healthy eating with on-site prepared meals. The nursery also offers specialist teachers and regular outings. What it's like Children thrive and make rapid progress in this welcoming, nurturing and inclusive nursery. They make effective use of a wide range of activities and resources to promote equality and diversity and children respect the similarities and differences between themselves and others. The manager and her staff team plan and implement an inspiring, tailored curriculum, which is highly focused on children's individual needs. Child-centred learning Organic and fresh meals EYFS curriculum Specialist teachers Community Playthings furniture ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 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 Opening hours 8.00am-6.00pm Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2014 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info Last inspected 19 November 2021 · Anne Maher Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - The quality of education is exceptional. Staff fully engage children in highly stimulating activities and present them with exciting challenges throughout the day. - The nursery environment is very well planned and organised, so that children have abundant opportunities to engage in open-ended, stimulating play. - The gardens are a magical and exciting place for children. They love spending time outdoors, where they independently access exciting and challenging resources that add another level of learning, curiosity, awe and wonder for them. - Staff make very good use of technology, such as computers and videos, to enhance their teaching. - The setting has a highly effective partnership with parents to provide exceptional support and consistency for the children. Inspection #10210591 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174980) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager and her staff team plan and implement an inspiring, tailored curriculum, which is highly focused on children's individual needs. Outdoor space The gardens are a magical and exciting place for children. They love spending time outdoors, where they independently access exciting and challenging resources that add another level of learning, curiosity, awe and wonder for them. Inspection history Date: May 2016 - November 2021 Outstanding - May 2016 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info ### How are meals and food handled at Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info? ### What outdoor space does Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info have? ### What kind of childcare setting is Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info? ### How does Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info support children with SEND? ### Which funded hours does Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Independent Place Nursery Children-First.Info. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### The Bath House Children's Community Centre London · E8 2EY https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-bath-house-children-s-community-centre-e8-2ey-144646 - Awaiting first inspection <0.2 mi ### Cherish Childcare London · E8 2LJ 4.7(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cherish-childcare-e8-2lj-2816446 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Chatter Bees Day Nursery London · E8 2RE 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/chatter-bees-day-nursery-e8-2re-ey501685 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### N Family Club Hackney Downs London · N16 7QS 4.5(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/n-family-club-hackney-downs-n16-7qs-2711171 - Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Mother Bear Nursery Hackney · E5 8QJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/mother-bear-nursery-e5-8qj-2817338 - Provider closed 0.4 mi ### Zeeba Daycare Dalston London · E8 3DY 4.8(46 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/zeeba-dalston-e8-3gp-2810819 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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