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We loved the small size with all age groups mixed, the community feel, and activities like baking and Spanish. The nursery has caring and friendly staff, a large light-filled homely inside space, and safe outside space in a green and quiet area. It wasn't why we chose Matilda's, but it does make a difference that as a not-for-profit, it aims to keep prices affordable.", "datePublished": "2025-03-06T10:07:16.539705Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Shah Muhmud" }, "reviewBody": "Matilda Nursery is fantastic! My child had an amazing time there. The staff are warm, caring, and professional. The environment is nurturing, and the activities are engaging. 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Matilda Community Day Nursery # Matilda Community Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2024) · 4.8 (13 parent reviews) · St Katherines Way, London, E1W 1LQ · Tower Hamlets Number of places 16 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2024 Local authority Tower Hamlets 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 The nursery caters to children aged 1 to 4 years and received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 4th April 2024. Nurturing staff greet children warmly, understanding their key person roles to support strong attachments, helping children feel happy and settled. The nursery promotes a child-centred curriculum, adapting it to allow children to progress at their individual pace. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive extensive support, with a knowledgeable SEND coordinator working closely with parents and external professionals to implement bespoke support plans, enabling good progress from their unique starting points. Staff plan opportunities for children to develop a wide range of skills, including using their hand muscles, climbing, and balancing, encouraging independence in everyday tasks such as putting on shoes and coats. Leaders and staff foster strong partnerships with parents, involving them in their children's learning and gathering information to support individual progress. The nursery also teaches children about different cultures and beliefs, celebrating festivals like Ramadan and Chinese New Year to develop respect and understanding. What it's like Nurturing staff greet the children warmly at this welcoming nursery. They understand their role as key persons well and support children to form strong attachments. This helps children to feel happy and settled to engage in the wide range of activities on offer. Nurturing staff Child-centred curriculum SEND support Physical development Strong parent partnerships Cultural awareness ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Matilda Community Day Nursery Last inspected 4 April 2024 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 Nurturing staff greet the children warmly at this welcoming nursery. They understand their role as key persons well and support children to form strong attachments. This helps children to feel happy and settled to engage in the wide range of activities on offer. Inspector highlights - Children demonstrate positive attitudes to learning. - Children with SEND receive extensive support to meet their needs. - Overall, staff plan and provide opportunities for children to practise developing a wide range of skills, such as using their hand muscles, climbing and balancing. - Leaders and staff work well together in supporting children to get a good start to their early education. - Leaders and staff have developed strong partnerships with parents. Areas to develop - 1 maximise opportunities for children to take appropriate risks and challenges to enhance their physical resilience skills further. Inspection #10311771 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50247058) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Matilda Community Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2024 Inspection no. 10311771 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50247058)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/119588) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed St Katherines Way, London, E1W 1LQ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.06876/51.50533/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near London - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=matilda-community-day-nursery-e1w-1lq-119588) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well by staff. The knowledgeable special educational needs and disabilities coordinator works closely with parents and external professionals to implement bespoke support plans. This allows children with SEND to progress well from their unique starting points. Outdoor space Staff plan and provide opportunities for children to practise developing a wide range of skills, such as using their hand muscles, climbing and balancing. ## Parent Reviews of Matilda Community Day Nursery 4.8 (13) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJNVFBnKu_SmiTvcddLS5NiUlcqYbBMzUtIzJEH-DeA4u9enA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Marina Burima a year ago Matilda is a small, local nursery with an incredibly friendly and welcoming staff. One of the standout features of Matilda is that it operates as a community day nursery and a not-for-profit organization. This makes the most affordable nursery in the area. Additionally, Matilda offers a variety of activities to keep the children engaged and learning. They also have an outside space for the kids to play and explore. Moreover, Matilda provides additional activities such as weekly Spanish and Yoga sessions, which is a great fun. Overall, I highly recommend Matilda nursery for anyone looking for a nurturing and affordable childcare option with a strong sense of community. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRaDlyRlBnEAE!2m1!1s0x4876033793044d67:0x85264d7f4db7c3cf) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJStuaTnBJELA26v-gsUxukyzOG7KeJlURAcTKVXrKv63rEbw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Anna K a year ago Matilda's was our first choice of nursery in the area for our 1-year old. We loved the small size with all age groups mixed, the community feel, and activities like baking and Spanish. The nursery has caring and friendly staff, a large light-filled homely inside space, and safe outside space in a green and quiet area. It wasn't why we chose Matilda's, but it does make a difference that as a not-for-profit, it aims to keep prices affordable. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRbGVXT2pBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876033793044d67:0x85264d7f4db7c3cf) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVoX8sXwZZriweriz4T9KIUrJWfwfbO_SmsiQ6UL3LWmtSSICWTHw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Shah Muhmud a year ago Matilda Nursery is fantastic! My child had an amazing time there. The staff are warm, caring, and professional. The environment is nurturing, and the activities are engaging. Definitely recommend giving it a try! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRazVLN0JnEAE!2m1!1s0x4876033793044d67:0x85264d7f4db7c3cf) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLlPd3Kb9y8pFd1e9M1ku36ZOghL9U7qS1bFCAAuREb6M_xVw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) María José Diéguez Rodríguez (Maria Dieguez) a year ago Lovely community nursery. Our son was happy going every day. It feels like family. Yoga and Spanish classes, and outdoor acctivites that parents could join. We miss Matilda and its caring staff. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VKNk1yNG5pcFpqQ0RnEAE!2m1!1s0x4876033793044d67:0x85264d7f4db7c3cf) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLyEM_qtDcJPLz97ZhsELqKXReKg8eNkvitXi_jgbe2cHcpfg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sabira Rouf a year ago Matilda is a wonderful setting for children. Both my children attend, and the warmth, support and attentiveness is second to none. They have a variety of activities, a lovely outdoor space and always a wonderful energy amongst the staff. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRdTVoMhAB!2m1!1s0x4876033793044d67:0x85264d7f4db7c3cf) Reviews from Google for Matilda Community Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9594441265319494607&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2007 - May 2024 Good - April 2024 Good - April 2018 Good - April 2018 Good - May 2017 Requires improvement - April 2015 Good - March 2015 Good - November 2011 Requires improvement - February 2007 Good ## Frequently asked about Matilda Community Day Nursery ### What is the age range at Matilda Community Day Nursery? ### What size of nursery is Matilda Community Day Nursery? ### Does Matilda Community Day Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### Which funded hours does Matilda Community Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Matilda Community Day Nursery. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Maxxi Childcare London · E1W 1WY 4.9(8 reviews) ](/nursery/maxxi-childcare-e1w-1wy-2853680) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Maryams Nursery London · SE1 2ND 5.0(24 reviews) ](/nursery/maryams-nursery-se1-2nd-2635290) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### St Paul's Nursery London · E1 8JN 4.8(24 reviews) ](/nursery/st-paul-s-nursery-e1-8jn-2579615) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.4 mi ### Puddle Jumpers Nursery - Wapping London · E1W 2QH 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/puddle-jumpers-nursery-wapping-e1w-2qh-2766971) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Purple Lion Day Nursery Wapping London · E1W 2BP ](/nursery/purple-lion-day-nursery-wapping-e1w-2bp-2707422) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Step By Step Nursery London · E1W 2QL ](/nursery/step-by-step-nursery-e1w-2ql-ey371767) [See all nurseries in London →](/search?q=London) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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