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This classification suits a nursery operating from dedicated childcare premises rather than a home-based setting." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [London](/search?region=London) 4. N16 Tots # N16 Tots Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2022) · 4 Defoe Road, LONDON, N16 0EF · Hackney Number of places 34 places Age range 0–1 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Hackney About - About - Ofsted - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery N16 Tots, an outstanding childcare setting in Hackney, London, was registered in 2013 and offers full-day care for children aged 0-1. Open weekdays from 8 am to 6 pm, 49 weeks a year, the nursery creates a stimulating environment where children thrive. The dedicated team of six staff members, all appropriately qualified, meticulously plan broad learning experiences tailored to individual needs. Children are encouraged to be independent and confident, engaging in a wide range of activities that promote their personal, social, and emotional development. The nursery prioritises healthy lifestyles, teaching children about hygiene and providing nutritious meals. With overwhelmingly positive parent feedback, N16 Tots prides itself on its nurturing atmosphere and seamless settling-in arrangements, ensuring children and parents feel supported from their very first day. The manager demonstrates an uncompromising drive for improvement, fostering a passionate and enthusiastic team focused on positive outcomes for every child. What it's like Children flourish in this stimulating setting that centres around their individual needs and interests. They demonstrate that they feel extremely safe and settled, and separate easily from parents and carers. They are immediately engaged and interested in the wide range of activities, from babies eagerly crawling to sensory trays to older children exploring cooked spaghetti. Children are busy learners who play and learn extremely well, showing excitement and curiosity in the well-resourced environment. Stimulating environment Individual needs met Excellent behaviour Strong parent partnerships Dedicated staff team ## Key facts Established 2013 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for N16 Tots Last inspected 11 November 2022 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Children flourish in this stimulating setting that centres around their individual needs and interests. They demonstrate that they feel extremely safe and settled, and separate easily from parents and carers. They are immediately engaged and interested in the wide range of activities, from babies eagerly crawling to sensory trays to older children exploring cooked spaghetti. Children are busy learners who play and learn extremely well, showing excitement and curiosity in the well-resourced environment. Inspector highlights - Children flourish in this stimulating setting that centres around their individual needs and interests. - Children are busy learners, who play and learn extremely well together. - Children display excellent behaviour, contributing to the wonderfully warm and friendly atmosphere felt throughout. - The quality of teaching is outstanding, with staff planning broad learning experiences that build on what children can do. - The manager rigorously monitors the impact of the curriculum, staff practice and children's progress, with an uncompromising drive for improvement. - Children's personal, social and emotional development is at the heart of staff's work, with overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. - Children enjoy a wealth of opportunities to learn about their local community and the wider world. - Staff prioritise healthy lifestyles, teaching children about the importance of hygiene regimes and providing nutritious meals. Inspection #10214246 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202459) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of N16 Tots Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10214246 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202459)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY460389) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=n16-tots-n16-0ef-ey460389) Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2022 Date: September 2013 - November 2022 Outstanding - November 2016 Good - September 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about N16 Tots ### Is N16 Tots suitable for under-twos? ### Which area does N16 Tots serve? ### What stands out about care at N16 Tots? ### What kind of childcare setting is N16 Tots? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to N16 Tots. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Tiddley Tots Nursery London · N16 0EF 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/tiddley-tots-nursery-n16-0ef-2584417) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### N Family Club London · N16 0EP ](/nursery/n-family-club-n16-0ep-ey551077) - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### N16 Tots And Playgroup London · N16 0AS ](/nursery/n16-tots-and-playgroup-n16-0as-ey557975) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### N Family Club Church Street London · N16 0JX 4.9(18 reviews) ](/nursery/n-family-club-church-street-n16-0jx-2572925) - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Coconut Nursery London · N16 0UH 4.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/coconut-nursery-n16-0uh-144566) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### Tam's House London · N16 0AJ ](/nursery/tam-s-house-n16-0aj-ey450792) [See all nurseries in LONDON →](/search?q=LONDON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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