--- title: "Shining Futures Nursery, London | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/shining-futures-nursery-e2-9ba-ey479900 description: "Shining Futures Nursery in London — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.9/5 from 23 reviews. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Shining Futures Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · 4.9 (23 Google reviews) · Threshold Centre, 1 Ada Place, London, E2 9BA · Tower Hamlets Number of places 50 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Tower Hamlets ## About this day nursery Shining Futures Nursery, located in London, E2 9BA, is a well-established childcare setting that has been registered since 2014. It operates on non-domestic premises and provides full-day care for children aged 1 to 5 years. The day nursery is open weekdays from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year, offering a consistent and supportive environment for young learners. With an overall "Good" Ofsted rating, sustained from its previous inspection, Shining Futures Nursery focuses on providing a stimulating and nurturing experience. The dedicated team of 17 staff, including nine with Level 3 early years qualifications, works to foster a happy and enthusiastic atmosphere where children develop good social skills and a love for learning. The day nursery prides itself on its ambitious and broad curriculum, which includes engaging outings to places like a toy museum and local library, helping children explore the community and build on their experiences. Parents particularly appreciate the approachable staff and the nursery's effective communication regarding their children's progress and development. What it's like Children arrive at the nursery happy and full of enthusiasm. Staff warmly welcome them into the setting with their parents. They have high expectations for children's behaviour. Children behave well and emulate staff's positive and friendly conduct. Children know what is expected of them and understand the rules in the setting. Good Ofsted rating Ambitious curriculum Parent complimentary Strong literacy focus Effective safeguarding ## Key facts Opening hours open each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All_year Registered with Ofsted 2014 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Shining Futures Nursery Last inspected 10 July 2024 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children arrive at the nursery happy and full of enthusiasm. - Children behave well and emulate staff's positive and friendly conduct. - Staff plan a range of experiences for children to learn the world around them. - Leaders have created an ambitious and broad curriculum, which supports children of all ages. - Parents are complimentary about the setting and staff communication. - Staff place a strong emphasis on developing children's early literacy skills. - The setting provides freshly cooked and healthy meals and snacks throughout the day. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Areas to develop - 1 Make sure that all children are listened to, such as by helping staff to create a quieter environment. - 2 Provide support and training opportunities for staff to ensure that they give children thinking time when asking questions. Inspection #10347058 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50255155) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Each child's key person completes regular observations and assessments and takes prompt action if they identify any gaps in children's learning. This helps all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make good progress. ## Google Reviews of Shining Futures Nursery 4.9 (23 Google reviews) camelia singh a year ago We want to express our gratitude to Shining Futures Nursery. My son was incredibly happy there and still talks about the staff fondly. Living in a flat, the large garden was a key reason for choosing this nursery, but it was the lovely and caring staff that truly made the difference. You can genuinely feel the love in the environment. Thank you all! 😊 Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2cG9UQ1BBEAE!2m1!1s0x48761cc24482dacf:0x1ee03172ae65cd7f) Jamie White a year ago Our daughter has been going to Shining Futures for over 2 years, and she has been so comfortable from the first day. All of the staff are so lovely, she has made amazing friends and is genuinely excited to go out the door to nursery everyday. We just had our 2nd child and he will also be heading to Shining Futures when he is a little older! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2a3F5bW5RRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761cc24482dacf:0x1ee03172ae65cd7f) Pelin Emre a year ago My son has been very happy with the nursery staff and has developed a wonderful bond with them. I especially appreciate the numerous outings they organize. However, I was hesitant about the nursery's insistence on taking the children to the garden in very cold weather. Overall, the staff and management are friendly and caring. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2LWRlOWt3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48761cc24482dacf:0x1ee03172ae65cd7f) Ela Kofi a year ago This is my third nursery experience, and I'm thrilled to have found Shining Futures. The staff and management genuinely love and care for the children, creating a warm and nurturing environment. My only suggestion is to offer more specific feedback at the end of each day, as insights into my child's activities would be helpful. Thank you for your dedication to the children’s well-being! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2dHVLTzJBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761cc24482dacf:0x1ee03172ae65cd7f) Richard Hinds a year ago My daughter, Kaya, has been at the nursery for almost three years, and we have had a great experience. The staff is caring, and the large garden is a wonderful bonus. While we've occasionally had some missing clothes and socks, it hasn't overshadowed our positive experience. I truly believe the staff and management at Shining Futures Nursery love and care for the children... Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2eHFtNWV3EAE!2m1!1s0x48761cc24482dacf:0x1ee03172ae65cd7f) Reviews from Google for Shining Futures Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=2224832584542965119&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2015 - July 2024 Good - August 2018 Good - March 2016 Good - October 2015 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Shining Futures Nursery ### How was Shining Futures Nursery rated by Ofsted? ### What did the latest inspection highlight about the nursery? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Shining Futures Nursery. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### St. Peters Montessori School London · E2 9AX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/st-peters-montessori-school-e2-9ax-ey469729 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Grace Montessori School London · E8 4PD 5.0(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/grace-montessori-school-e8-4pd-ey471003 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### LEYF London Fields Nursery & Pre-School London · E8 4JS 5.0(16 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/leyf-london-fields-nursery-pre-school-e8-4js-2561570 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Ann Tayler Children and Family Hub Nursery London · E8 3RP 4.3(28 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ann-tayler-children-and-family-hub-nursery-e8-3rp-ey450428 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Hackney Day Nursery and Pre-School London · E8 3RN 5.0(28 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-hackney-day-nursery-and-pre-school-e8-3rn-ey493558 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Scallywags Parent Partnership Nursery London · E2 9DL https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/scallywags-parent-partnership-nursery-e2-9dl-2569379 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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