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Little Londoners Day Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(May 2024)
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5.0(7 parent reviews) ·St. Michaels and All Angels Church, Fountayne Road, LONDON, N16 7ED · Hackney
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2024
Local authority
Hackney

About this day nursery

Little Londoners Day Nursery, established by Ayten Wakling and Farzana Gajia, is driven by the belief that early years experiences are fundamental to a child's development and learning. The nursery caters to children aged 2 to 5 years, offering a nurturing environment designed to feel like a second home.

The highly qualified and experienced team, including an Early Years Teacher, implements a unique educational strategy. This approach integrates the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum with the philosophies of renowned educators such as Maria Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Rudolf Steiner, and Jean Piaget.

The aim is to foster the development of the "whole child" through stimulating, tactile experiences within a calm setting. The nursery is committed to continuously revising its curriculum based on the latest research in early years education, ensuring a refined and precise learning vision.

Our ethos

Our educational strategy integrates the EYFS curriculum with philosophies from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Steiner, and Piaget to foster the development of the "whole child" through stimulating, tactile experiences in a calm setting. We are committed to continuously revising our curriculum based on the latest research in early years education.

What it's like

Staff warmly greet children, who arrive happy and excited to learn in a warm and inspiring environment. Staff know children and their families exceptionally well, offering a 'home-from-home' experience. Children benefit from well-structured routines, enjoying planned activities, and are deeply engrossed in their learning.

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged monthly based on a daily rate, with funded rates available for eligible three and four-year-olds. The nursery is open 47 weeks a year, and a minimum booking of two days per week is required. Extracurricular sessions are charged additionally.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Minimum booking of two days per week is required.
  • Open 8am – 6pm, Monday to Friday, for 47 weeks of the year.
  • Funding for eligible three and four-year-olds is spread throughout the year to simplify monthly billing.
  • Extracurricular activities are charged as an additional fee per session.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM

Age range

2 to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Londoners Day Nursery

Last inspected 24 May 2024

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

Staff warmly greet children, who arrive happy and excited to learn in a warm and inspiring environment. Staff know children and their families exceptionally well, offering a 'home-from-home' experience. Children benefit from well-structured routines, enjoying planned activities, and are deeply engrossed in their learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Passionate leaders have a very clear and ambitious vision for providing high-quality, inclusive care and education.
  • The impact of the curriculum on what children know and remember is highly effective.
  • Every activity is used by staff to model the use of language, skilfully engaging in back-and-forth conversations.
  • Children enjoy playing and learning in a highly stimulating environment indoors and outdoors.
  • Staff go beyond the expected to develop children's talents and interests through a rich set of experiences.
Inspection #10335876 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff are highly vigilant to identify any children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff work very closely with families and, when appropriate, external agencies to put the right support in place for children.

Outdoor space

The exceptionally well-designed garden promotes children's curiosity and development in understanding the world around them. Children find unique species of bugs, learn the life cycle of stick insects, and express excitement when they see fruits they have helped to cultivate.

Parent Reviews of Little Londoners Day Nursery

5.0
(7)
Johanna Amor
9 months ago

Best Early Years Provision my children have ever experienced. My girls attended Little Londoners when they were 2 and 3(they are now 9 &10). My son starts Reception this term; having spent 2 years at LL. There was never a day all three wanted to miss nursery. The food provided is delicious; so.much so thst my meals are compared critically, lol. Their care of the children was so attentive. The atmosphere has a calm busyness with forest school encased in a small cosy environment. I recommend to all parents looking for a family-feel type of nursery.

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Claudia Cocci Grifoni
2 years ago

An absolutely incredible nursery! The staff is genuinely caring, creating a warm and cozy environment that's simply exceptional. Our daughter has been there for 2 years and our second child is currently enrolled. Leaving a 5-star review is the least I can do to express gratitude for their outstanding care. If you're seeking a local nursery for your little one, you've undoubtedly found the best place.

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Samantha Larner
8 years ago

As a former development manager for the Learning Trust, managing three nurseries and the childcare training team for Hackney; I spent a considerable amount of time investigating childcare for my son. I was seeking a homely, loving environment, rich in play development, with staff having the skills to scaffold interests, whilst engaging my child in developing new skills and a love of learning. Little Londoners met all these requirements and more. From my first visit I could tell they were a team who cared about the child as a whole and had a genuine love for what they do. I should point out I have never met or known the team professionally, but only as a parent. However I am very pleased with my choice and my son ‘loves nursery’.

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Bekki Wiltshire
5 years ago

Most beautiful nursery in the world 🤩

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Inspection history

Date: June 2018

  • May 2024Outstanding
  • June 2018Outstanding

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