Little Cherubs Kindergarten, established in 2004, is a privately owned and Ofsted-registered nursery with a "GOOD" rating from its May 2023 inspection. The kindergarten is dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and education, fostering children's holistic development in a nurturing, secure, and stimulating setting.
The nursery prides itself on enabling children to learn and grow at their own pace, preparing them for a seamless transition to primary school and the Early Learning goals of the EYFS. Little Cherubs emphasises strong positive relationships through a key person and buddy system, ensuring continuity of care and a sense of security for every child.
The curriculum thoughtfully integrates challenging, stimulating, and enjoyable activities throughout each day. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, from Monday to Friday, between 8 am and 6 pm, with additional care options available from 7 am to 7 pm.
Located in Ilford, IG3 9PR, Little Cherubs has built a strong reputation within the community, with many families enrolling based on recommendations.
What it's like
Children are welcomed by friendly staff and confidently explore their environment, happily playing with friends. They enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities, supporting their physical development. Children are well-behaved, supported by staff praise, and are confident in playing independently and collaboratively.
Funded places can be accessed with a self-provided packed lunch at no extra cost. Alternatively, parents can pay an additional daily or session-based fee for nursery-cooked meals and snacks.
Funding accepted
Good to know
Food
Morning Session includes Breakfast, Morning Snack and Lunch; Afternoon Session includes Tea and Afternoon Snack; Full day includes Breakfast, Morning Snack, Lunch, Tea, and Afternoon Snack. Packed lunches are permitted if preferred, but must be nut-free.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm (extra hours 7:00am - 7:00pm available for additional fee)
Session types
Full Time (8am - 6pm), Morning Session (8am - 1pm), Afternoon Session (1pm - 6pm)
Age range
9 months to 4 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Last inspected 5 May 2023
What it's like to attend
Children are welcomed by friendly staff and confidently explore their environment, happily playing with friends. They enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities, supporting their physical development. Children are well-behaved, supported by staff praise, and are confident in playing independently and collaboratively.
Inspector highlights
Areas to develop
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak very positively about the nursery. They praise staff for their patience and support.
Parents talk proudly about the progress that their children have made since they started attending.
They report that staff take time to get to know them and their children.
Inclusion & environment
Children, including those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress because staff plan for their next steps in learning. Staff work closely with the local authority and other agencies to develop strategies to support children's learning, including those children with SEND.
All children enjoy spending time indoors and outside during their time in the nursery, which helps to support their physical development. They love to spend time learning outside. However, sometimes, they have to ask staff to get particular resources, such as books, when they are outside.
Date: March 2013
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