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Playful Pandas Nursery

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5.0(16 parent reviews)
·585 Heathway, Dagenham, RM9 5AZ · Barking and Dagenham
Awaiting first Ofsted inspection. This is a newly registered provider (registered January 2025). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available.
Number of places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Local authority
Barking and Dagenham

About this day nursery

Playful Pandas Nursery in Dagenham is a nurturing childcare setting that dedicates itself to fostering a sense of family and belonging amongst its children, staff, and parents. Recognising the vital role of early childhood in development, the nursery provides a warm and supportive environment where children's individuality is celebrated.

The team is committed to sparking curiosity and creativity, ensuring each child flourishes in a joyful atmosphere. From the moment they arrive, children are encouraged to explore and learn, supported by daily freshly prepared, healthy meals that keep them energised for their adventures.

The nursery prides itself on an outstanding learning environment tailored to individual needs, promoting holistic development across emotional, social, and physical domains, all while maintaining paramount safety and security. Playful Pandas Nursery values strong partnerships with parents through open communication, providing daily updates via a family app, detailed feedback, and regular observations to track progress.

The nursery's welcoming spaces encourage positive relationships, with engaging activities that allow children to explore and learn at their own pace, fostering independence and confidence. A team of qualified and continuously trained educators delivers personalised learning experiences, while an inclusive and diverse approach ensures every child thrives, celebrating different cultures and perspectives with accessible, diverse educational resources.

Our ethos

Playful Pandas Nursery is committed to sparking curiosity and creativity in a joyful atmosphere, celebrating individuality, and fostering a sense of family and belonging. They provide a nurturing and supportive environment that encourages children to explore and learn at their own pace, promoting holistic development and building independence and confidence through personalised learning experiences and strong partnerships with parents.

Family-centred approachHolistic developmentOn-site fresh mealsStrong parent communication

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Food

Fresh, healthy meals prepared on-site daily.

Opening hours

Monday–Friday 8am-6pm

Age range

6 months - 5 years

Parent Reviews of Playful Pandas Nursery

5.0
(16)
Alima Ankar
6 months ago

I have been sending my son here since September, and I can confidently say this nursery has been outstanding. Every day, he comes home with a big smile on his face after a fun and engaging day. The staff are incredibly inclusive, celebrating a wide range of events throughout the year and creating a warm, welcoming environment for all children. I truly love the diversity within the nursery, and I’ve seen a huge improvement in my son’s social skills and even his appetite! The nursery is also exceptionally clean and well-maintained. You can see how much care goes into keeping the environment safe, hygienic, and comfortable for the children. As a parent, that gives me great peace of mind. The staff are fantastic—professional, caring, and always attentive. The daily updates on the app are such a reassurance, keeping me informed about my son’s activities, meals, and progress. Overall, I couldn’t be happier. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, inclusive, and nurturing place for their child.

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Maham Talha
5 months ago

My son has been attending this nursery for a few months now, and I can honestly say the progress he has made during this time has been amazing. I’ve noticed a huge boost in his confidence, and he is always happy and excited to go in each day. He often tells me he wants to go to nursery, which really shows how comfortable and settled he feels there. The nursery provides a very clean, safe, and welcoming environment, which is extremely important to me as a parent. The staff are kind, patient, and highly supportive, and it’s clear they genuinely care about each child’s wellbeing and development. They do a wonderful job of encouraging learning through fun and engaging activities, helping children grow socially, emotionally, and academically. Communication with parents is excellent. I really appreciate the regular daily updates and the photos they send, as it allows me to see what my son has been doing throughout the day and how much he is enjoying himself. It’s very reassuring to feel so involved and informed. Overall, I am extremely happy with the care, attention, and support my son receives at this nursery. It has made such a positive impact on his development and happiness, and I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and professional setting for their child.

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Zarrin T
6 months ago

After several months at Playful Pandas, I can confidently say that it has been outstanding in every respect. My daughter comes home each day with wonderful stories and consistently speaks about the staff in positive and enthusiastic ways. She is always excited to attend, and even talks about her friends and the team on the days she is not at nursery - a true testament to the quality of care, support, and kindness she receives. The staff are warm, welcoming, and make a genuine effort to build strong, nurturing bonds with every child, which is incredibly reassuring as a parent. Parents are kept well informed through daily updates and regular communication about upcoming events, enabling us to stay actively involved in our child’s nursery experience. Each week introduces a new learning focus, helping children develop their fine and gross motor skills, as well as their social and emotional skills. I would highly recommend Playful Pandas to any parent seeking an exceptional nursery.

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R Mia
6 months ago

I enrolled my son at Playful Pandas when he was just 9 months old, and I must admit I was quite anxious about his young age. However, he has adapted beautifully and is always cheerful when I pick him up—never in tears, which is incredibly reassuring! The staff provides excellent updates on his meals, and I absolutely love receiving the pictures at the end of each day. It's heartwarming to see the bond he’s forming with each keyworker. A special shoutout to Aisha, who helped him settle in and shared adorable pictures during his first week. The activities they plan for each holiday—like Eid, Halloween, and Pudsey Day—make it enjoyable for the kids, and I love dressing him up for these occasions. They even organized a charming charity bake sale outside the nursery for children in need, and it was wonderful to see the kids participate for such a good cause. My son also celebrated his first birthday here, and I truly appreciate all the efforts of the staff. The nursery is new and impeccably clean. I’m looking forward to seeing my son thrive at Playful Pandas!

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Sharmin Jahan
6 months ago

I was quite hesitant about sending our daughter to nursery because we didn’t know what to expect. The team at Playful Pandas made the whole experience so easy and reassuring for us. They welcomed our little girl with so much love and care, and she settled in far better than we ever imagined. We really appreciate the regular updates they send while she’s there, it gives us so much peace of mind. Our daughter comes out smiling every single time, which says it all. Thank you to everyone at Playful Pandas, for creating such a warm, supportive environment. Highly recommended!

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