--- title: "The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown" description: "The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown, a nursery in London — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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In my opinion, The Muswell Hill Day Nursery in Tetherdown is average at best – but at no point was my son ever actually happy to go.\n\nHis new nursery he pretty much skips in. Tetherdown is not a bad place, and the staff are amicable, but it feels more like child supervision, than an exciting and stimulating place for a child.\n\nThe positives\nIt’s new & clean. The food is of a good standard, with extensive CCTV monitoring for child safety. The nursery has long hours of supervision. There are a few members of staff who shine.\n\nThe negatives.\nIndoors – The kids spend a huge amount of time inside. Some of the internal rooms have minimal access to natural light. They are airless and during warmer periods rely heavily on AC units to try and freshen the air. There is a huge reliance on the ‘inside/outside’ room – effectively a room inside with some toys / bikes. There seemed to be minimal use of the outside garden and no trips. His new nursery has forest school once a week! It feels like it was easier for the staff to take them downstairs than the effort of taking them outside. If we looked at the nursery app, my son spent day after day inside.\n\nStaff – sadly they seem to struggle to retain the dynamic talent. Some of the hiring decisions and heavy reliance on unqualified support staff we were a little surprised by. We had little continuity of our key carer, with frequent changes, and there were numerous times over several years where we had no idea who our key worker was! Compared to other nurseries this staff dynamism was really noticeable.\n\nCommunications – this deteriorated heavily over the 2 years we were there. In other nurseries there’s been near daily updates with photos and notes on ‘the app’ – here we went weeks without pictures or any information really on what they were up to.\n\nThe staff have the potential to convey the energy of a place and that this is about to be an amazing day of fun and adventure for your child – sadly you never ever got this sense here – it was a place of safe supervision. If that’s all you need, then it’s fine, but there is a lot of potential for improvement and it’s not cheap. We were happy to move him.", "datePublished": "2024-09-10T09:03:48.201160Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "C Romano" }, "reviewBody": "I felt very reluctant to send my son to nursery until I came across The Muswell Hill Preschool – it was the only nursery I visited that I felt excited about sending my baby at only 11months old. I thought it was the right place for us from our initial show due to the staff's professionalism and dedication – besides the great environment. This only confirms after starting, and I can genuinely believe Bowie feels respected, loved, safe and inspired with fun. He loves the food as well, besides having an egg allergy, which the staff takes very seriously! The team have made our son very settled, respecting his adjustment time, and he adores his key worker and the support team. We are pleased to work together with the nursery, giving Bowie the same message at home and the nursery in terms of validating his feelings, respecting his time and letting him lead the way whenever possible. We are delighted we found them and hope to have our son there for the rest of his nursery duration.", "datePublished": "2021-11-02T14:57:53.522924Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Aidan McDonald" }, "reviewBody": "We couldn't have asked for a better place for our little one to start their educational journey. He has been at Muswell Hill Preschool for over a year now, he has great mentors, activities all day in an encouraging, safe and secure space. If you're in the area, look no further.", "datePublished": "2021-09-09T06:23:57.259884Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Alpa Thakkar" }, "reviewBody": "To all the staff at graygates day nursery ,\nJust wanted to say thank u .\nI enjoyed my stay at the nursery.managers lovely and approcable children and top.and a happy place to bring your child thank u to all", "datePublished": "2025-03-04T21:06:28.276646Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Corey Dontino" }, "reviewBody": "I am writing as a concerned parent to raise several issues regarding the current management at Muswell Hill Day Nursery, specifically in relation to Manager Feryal Yuksel.\n\nOn a recent occasion, Ms. Yuksel arrived approximately 32 minutes late to open the nursery. This resulted in a number of parents and young children being left waiting outside, which was both inconvenient and distressing—particularly given the age of the children and the unpredictability of the weather. What was equally concerning was the lack of acknowledgment or apology upon arrival. Parents were not greeted, nor was the delay addressed.\n\nAdditionally, I have become aware that snack time has been removed without any prior communication to parents. This is a significant part of the children’s daily routine, and any changes of this nature should be clearly communicated in advance. When I approached Ms. Yuksel to raise this concern, I found her response dismissive. Rather than addressing the issue directly, she appeared more focused on questioning how I had obtained the information.\n\nMore broadly, there has been a noticeable decline in the nursery’s environment since Ms. Yuksel assumed the managerial role. There appears to be a reduction in staff, and several families have chosen to withdraw their children. This raises serious concerns about the overall stability and quality of care being provided.\n\nAs a parent, I expect a safe, communicative, and professionally managed environment for my child. Unfortunately, recent experiences have not met these expectations. I urge you to investigate these concerns and take appropriate action to ensure standards are upheld.", "datePublished": "2026-05-19T12:16:02.592105901Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/muswell-hill-day-nursery-and-pre-school-n10-1nd-2802560#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "London", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=London" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/muswell-hill-day-nursery-and-pre-school-n10-1nd-2802560" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/muswell-hill-day-nursery-and-pre-school-n10-1nd-2802560#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool's Ofsted rating?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown has a 'Good' Ofsted rating, following its last inspection on 17th March 2025. This rating reflects the nursery's commitment to providing quality care and education for children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where can I find information about fees for The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "While funded hours cover core childcare, The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool does have 'additional charges which we call Everyday Essentials' for things like meals and nappies. They encourage prospective parents to use their online fee calculator and contact the team for personalised information on all costs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool accept funded hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool accepts various government funding schemes, including 15 hours universal for 3-4 year olds, 30 hours working parent for 3-4 year olds, and 15 hours for disadvantaged 2-year-olds. They also work with Tax-Free Childcare." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the age range for children at The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool welcomes children from nine months old up to four years of age. They aim to provide comprehensive childcare for this age group, supporting their development in a nurturing environment." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool support children with special educational needs or disabilities?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool has 'first-hand experience of supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language'. They also work closely with external professionals to ensure children receive appropriate support." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool part of a larger group?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool is proudly 'part of the Grandir UK group'. This allows them to offer comprehensive childcare and support for families." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool help parents with childcare funding applications?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Muswell Hill Day Nursery is committed to making the process of accessing childcare funding straightforward. They have a 'dedicated Parent Engagement team available to assist with applications and eligibility queries', ensuring parents receive the support they need." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool prepare children for school?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Leaders and managers at The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool are ambitious and provide a 'well-structured curriculum that prepares children for school'. This includes activities such as developing fine motor skills and encouraging independence in daily routines." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I contact The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can get in touch with The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool by calling them at 020 3319 7332 or by sending an email to parentengagement@grandiruk.com. 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The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown # The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2025) · 3.4 (7 parent reviews) · Tetherdown Hall, Tetherdown, London, N10 1ND · Haringey Number of places 92 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2025 Local authority Haringey 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 Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool, part of the Grandir UK group, offers comprehensive childcare for children from nine months old. The nursery focuses on supporting families through various government funding schemes, understanding the importance of accessible and affordable early education. They provide a nurturing environment where children can develop and grow, with a strong emphasis on flexibility for parents, including stretched funded hours across 51 weeks of the year. The nursery aims to make the process of accessing childcare funding straightforward, with a dedicated Parent Engagement team available to assist with applications and eligibility queries. Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool also highlights the benefits of early years education for children's development and offers assistance to working families in balancing their careers with childcare needs. They are committed to transparency regarding fees, noting that while funded hours cover core childcare, additional charges for "Everyday Essentials" like meals and nappies may apply. The nursery encourages prospective parents to use their online fee calculator and contact the team for personalised information. What it's like Staff develop warm and caring relationships with children and their families, ensuring children are happy and quickly engaged in activities. Babies have ample space for physical development, while older children are encouraged to build independence and self-esteem. Leaders and managers are ambitious, providing a well-structured curriculum that prepares children for school through activities like fine motor skill development and encouraging independence in daily routines. Accepts childcare funding Flexible funded hours Dedicated parent support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 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 Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown Last inspected 17 March 2025 · Julia Crowley 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 Staff develop warm and caring relationships with children and their families, ensuring children are happy and quickly engaged in activities. Babies have ample space for physical development, while older children are encouraged to build independence and self-esteem. Leaders and managers are ambitious, providing a well-structured curriculum that prepares children for school through activities like fine motor skill development and encouraging independence in daily routines. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers are ambitious and committed to providing quality care and education. - Staff use observations and assessments effectively to identify children's next steps. - Children behave well and are engaged in the activities available to them. - Children demonstrate that they have a positive attitude to learning. - Parents value the communication and warmth from staff and are impressed with their children's progress. Areas to develop - 1 support children's understanding of new words by providing the meaning and how we use the word - 2 support and encourage children's love of books and reading by providing a range of good quality and well-maintained age-appropriate books. Inspection #10390718 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50274743) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown Inspection date Mar 2025 Inspection no. 10390718 Lead inspector Julia Crowley Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50274743)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2802560) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=muswell-hill-day-nursery-and-pre-school-n10-1nd-2802560) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The setting has first-hand experience of supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and children who speak English as an additional language. It acknowledges the significance of working closely with external professionals to ensure that children get appropriate support. Outdoor space Children follow good hygiene routines, for example, they wash their hands after outdoor play and before mealtimes. Staff support young children well to learn this skill. ## Parent Reviews of The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown 3.4 (7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKFpuGMO98EbZVyn1JcvtbSBHUv3X5BgALTvkf2AundXbUBFA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Andy ARK a year ago We’ve had our fair share of nursery experiences (5 in total) due to multiple kids, house moves & renovations. In my opinion, The Muswell Hill Day Nursery in Tetherdown is average at best – but at no point was my son ever actually happy to go. His new nursery he pretty much skips in. Tetherdown is not a bad place, and the staff are amicable, but it feels more like child supervision, than an exciting and stimulating place for a child. The positives It’s new & clean. The food is of a good standard, with extensive CCTV monitoring for child safety. The nursery has long hours of supervision. There are a few members of staff who shine. The negatives. Indoors – The kids spend a huge amount of time inside. Some of the internal rooms have minimal access to natural light. They are airless and during warmer periods rely heavily on AC units to try and freshen the air. There is a huge reliance on the ‘inside/outside’ room – effectively a room inside with some toys / bikes. There seemed to be minimal use of the outside garden and no trips. His new nursery has forest school once a week! It feels like it was easier for the staff to take them downstairs than the effort of taking them outside. If we looked at the nursery app, my son spent day after day inside. Staff – sadly they seem to struggle to retain the dynamic talent. Some of the hiring decisions and heavy reliance on unqualified support staff we were a little surprised by. We had little continuity of our key carer, with frequent changes, and there were numerous times over several years where we had no idea who our key worker was! Compared to other nurseries this staff dynamism was really noticeable. Communications – this deteriorated heavily over the 2 years we were there. In other nurseries there’s been near daily updates with photos and notes on ‘the app’ – here we went weeks without pictures or any information really on what they were up to. The staff have the potential to convey the energy of a place and that this is about to be an amazing day of fun and adventure for your child – sadly you never ever got this sense here – it was a place of safe supervision. If that’s all you need, then it’s fine, but there is a lot of potential for improvement and it’s not cheap. We were happy to move him. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNIel82N0VREAE!2m1!1s0x48761b5144861ffb:0x8a6035e28e07fa59) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV29_MDk3pPdU6qNw6BuM-LKUxVQPO00IKESCWhxUHN33GOlxbBRA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) C Romano 4 years ago I felt very reluctant to send my son to nursery until I came across The Muswell Hill Preschool – it was the only nursery I visited that I felt excited about sending my baby at only 11months old. I thought it was the right place for us from our initial show due to the staff's professionalism and dedication – besides the great environment. This only confirms after starting, and I can genuinely believe Bowie feels respected, loved, safe and inspired with fun. He loves the food as well, besides having an egg allergy, which the staff takes very seriously! The team have made our son very settled, respecting his adjustment time, and he adores his key worker and the support team. We are pleased to work together with the nursery, giving Bowie the same message at home and the nursery in terms of validating his feelings, respecting his time and letting him lead the way whenever possible. We are delighted we found them and hope to have our son there for the rest of his nursery duration. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHd2FHQ19BRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761b5144861ffb:0x8a6035e28e07fa59) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXVULhkJs_6kd37OhtE252CfsWnvAQheLFyVRwX5jKr5J-3SNk-=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Aidan McDonald 4 years ago We couldn't have asked for a better place for our little one to start their educational journey. He has been at Muswell Hill Preschool for over a year now, he has great mentors, activities all day in an encouraging, safe and secure space. If you're in the area, look no further. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2eGRXaEV3EAE!2m1!1s0x48761b5144861ffb:0x8a6035e28e07fa59) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI8HxOLhvGxigEn91pJgVHP56116On3E2SHAFcGi5s1HEPE7g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Alpa Thakkar a year ago To all the staff at graygates day nursery , Just wanted to say thank u . I enjoyed my stay at the nursery.managers lovely and approcable children and top.and a happy place to bring your child thank u to all [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRZ2JlR09nEAE!2m1!1s0x48761b5144861ffb:0x8a6035e28e07fa59) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL573-SB09yWclfCxkOABnSkyREWn7aTLianz4SoQLE8y8CVA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Corey Dontino in the last week I am writing as a concerned parent to raise several issues regarding the current management at Muswell Hill Day Nursery, specifically in relation to Manager Feryal Yuksel. On a recent occasion, Ms. Yuksel arrived approximately 32 minutes late to open the nursery. This resulted in a number of parents and young children being left waiting outside, which was both inconvenient and distressing—particularly given the age of the children and the unpredictability of the weather. What was equally concerning was the lack of acknowledgment or apology upon arrival. Parents were not greeted, nor was the delay addressed. Additionally, I have become aware that snack time has been removed without any prior communication to parents. This is a significant part of the children’s daily routine, and any changes of this nature should be clearly communicated in advance. When I approached Ms. Yuksel to raise this concern, I found her response dismissive. Rather than addressing the issue directly, she appeared more focused on questioning how I had obtained the information. More broadly, there has been a noticeable decline in the nursery’s environment since Ms. Yuksel assumed the managerial role. There appears to be a reduction in staff, and several families have chosen to withdraw their children. This raises serious concerns about the overall stability and quality of care being provided. As a parent, I expect a safe, communicative, and professionally managed environment for my child. Unfortunately, recent experiences have not met these expectations. I urge you to investigate these concerns and take appropriate action to ensure standards are upheld. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tjNFJXUlJiRnBZY1hsYVNGQldlRWh4YzJneU1tYxAB!2m1!1s0x48761b5144861ffb:0x8a6035e28e07fa59) Reviews from Google for The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9971028822160046681&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 17 March 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50274743) ## Frequently asked about The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in Tetherdown ### What is The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool? ### Does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool accept funded hours? ### What is the age range for children at The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool? ### How does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool support children with special educational needs or disabilities? ### Is The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool part of a larger group? ### How does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool help parents with childcare funding applications? ### How does The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool prepare children for school? ### How can I contact The Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Preschool? ## About the setting Muswell Hill Day Nursery and Pre-School registered in 2024. The nursery is based in Muswell Hill, in the London Borough of Haringey. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am to 6.30pm. The nursery employs 29 members of staff, 21 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications from level 2 to level 6. The nursery provides funded care and early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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