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N Family Club Hackney Downs # N Family Club Hackney Downs Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · 4.5 (8 parent reviews) · Lee House, 6-6a Rectory Road, London, N16 7QS · Hackney Number of places 96 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Hackney 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 N Family Club Hackney Downs is situated in a beautifully restored listed building in Hackney Downs, offering a nurturing environment for children. The nursery boasts seven spacious playrooms and a dedicated atelier, all filled with natural light, complementing its expansive 8,000 sq ft garden. The outdoor space is a highlight, featuring a Forest School area with a vegetable and fruit patch, a shaded baby area, numerous trees, a climbing frame, and a mud kitchen for immersive play and learning. Catered to simplify family routines, the facility provides a car park, as well as storage for buggies, bikes, and scooters. Additionally, an on-site N Café offers coffee and snacks, fostering a welcoming community atmosphere for parents during drop-off. The nursery is open 51 weeks a year with standard hours from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday, with extended hours available from 7 am to 7 pm, subject to availability. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to support every child's early development, emphasising outdoor learning and hands-on experiences. Children benefit from freshly prepared, balanced meals cooked on-site. 5% for full-time plans, and a 7% sibling discount. Our ethos The nursery emphasises outdoor learning and hands-on experiences, with a Forest School area and an expansive garden that facilitates immersive play and learning. They are committed to supporting every child's early development through a thoughtfully designed curriculum. What it's like Leaders and managers have created a warm and welcoming environment for children and their families. Children are excited to see what is on offer as part of the setting's ambitious curriculum. The behaviour of children is good, and staff are positive role models. Forest School 8,000 sq ft garden On-site N Café Period building restoration Flexible hours ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured as standard monthly plans based on three to five days of attendance per week, with daily and hourly extension rates also available. Age bands are categorised into under 3 years and over 3 years. All fees include food, drink, consumables, and activities. Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Minimum booking of 3 full days, which must include a Monday or Friday. - Fees are calculated over 51 weeks and averaged into 12 monthly payments. - No refunds are provided for sickness, holidays, or bank holiday closures. - Fees are due in advance, with Direct Debits collected on the 27th of each month. - Fees include all food, drink, consumables, and activities. - Requires a waiting list registration fee and a place acceptance fee (deducted from final invoice). ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of N Family Club Hackney Downs Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10362562 Lead inspector Natalie OLeary [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50262732)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2711171) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://nfamilyclub.com/n-hackney-downs/) Lee House, 6-6a Rectory Road, London, N16 7QS [© 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#/-0.06789/51.55525/14) [](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=n-family-club-hackney-downs-n16-7qs-2711171) ## Key facts Opening hours Open 51 weeks per year. Standard hours: 8am–6pm, Mon–Fri. Extended hours: 7am–7pm (subject to availability). Excluding bank holidays & inset days. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for N Family Club Hackney Downs Last inspected 8 November 2024 · Natalie OLeary Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Leaders and managers have created a warm and welcoming environment for children and their families. Children are excited to see what is on offer as part of the setting's ambitious curriculum. The behaviour of children is good, and staff are positive role models. Inspector highlights - Staff know children well and talk with confidence about their progress and what they need to learn next. - The curriculum for communication and language is well implemented, exposing children to a language-rich environment. - The nursery provides an environment where children develop a love of books, with reading areas in each room and in the garden. - Partnership with parents is excellent, and parents speak highly of the nursery and staff. - Staff feel well supported with regular supervision and training opportunities, and value the open-door policy of managers. Areas to develop - 1 develop strategies to give children more time to problem solve independently, to develop their resilience before stepping in - 2 look at how the transition from mealtimes to sleep times can be arranged, to avoid children sitting and waiting for prolonged periods of time Inspection #10362562 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50262732) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported within the setting. Staff work swiftly with parents and other agencies to ensure that referrals and individual support plans are put in place. The setting also uses Makaton signs across all age groups, giving all children, but especially those younger babies and children with special educational needs additional ways to communicate their wants and needs. Outdoor space When children discover they can use a stick as a bat to hit balls in the garden, they are eager to share their experiences with staff. Staff provide a cushioned area in the garden with books available, and children eagerly gather to listen as staff begin to read. ## Parent Reviews of N Family Club Hackney Downs 4.5 (8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocILOQYjovr2TriEkVfPClpU2RcZXG9NYeVAlRKT59PAKb7Vwt8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Joana 2 years ago Lovely space and staff! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMxb0ttdTJBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761d93afcadf43:0xf5500b36a795e523) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWjfAdd3zfmMfA9aiPmPNrkna_j85CHYhki0A5ANZ14xBZvTz5F=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Sara Naim 2 years ago Love this nursery!! 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[See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17676640866796954915&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2024 - November 2024 Good - November 2024 Good ## Frequently asked about N Family Club Hackney Downs ### Does N Family Club Hackney Downs have an Ofsted rating? ### What curriculum approach does N Family Club Hackney Downs follow? ### From what age does N Family Club Hackney Downs accept children? ### What outdoor space does N Family Club Hackney Downs have? ### How can N Family Club Hackney Downs be contacted? ### Which funded childcare entitlements are accepted at N Family Club Hackney Downs? ### Where is N Family Club Hackney Downs located? ### How does N Family Club Hackney Downs support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to N Family Club Hackney Downs. - [ Awaiting first inspection <0.2 mi ### Mother Bear Nursery Hackney · E5 8QJ ](/nursery/mother-bear-nursery-e5-8qj-2817338) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Chatter Bees Day Nursery London · E8 2RE 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/chatter-bees-day-nursery-e8-2re-ey501685) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Hackney Care For Kids London · N16 7PR 5.0(13 reviews) ](/nursery/hackney-care-for-kids-n16-7pr-144589) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Hill Top Daycare Nursery (Roof Top Nursery) London · E5 8PX 4.9(42 reviews) ](/nursery/hill-top-daycare-nursery-ltd-roof-top-nursery-e5-8px-ey308928) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Linden Children and Family Hub Nursery London · N16 7SH 4.0(22 reviews) ](/nursery/linden-children-and-family-hub-nursery-n16-7sh-ey450405) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Bath House Children's Community Centre London · E8 2EY ](/nursery/the-bath-house-children-s-community-centre-e8-2ey-144646) [See all nurseries in London →](/search?q=London) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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