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It Is such a lovely nursery. The staff are friendly and keep us updated on the app. My youngest talks about the staff as her friends when she gets home. My oldest child’s key worker cried when she left for school which just showed me how much they care about the children. The garden is great and the rooms are big for playtime. They have a separate lunch room which is also a bonus. Fully recommended.\nClaire Rooks", "datePublished": "2025-02-27T14:00:43.819812Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "danielle burns" }, "reviewBody": "I adore this place. Great management. Amazing caring staff. Incredible facilities and outside space. This place is the absolute best. Now not living close enough for my children to attend makes me sad as nowhere else comes close. 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The Day Nursery # The Day Nursery in Essex Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2023) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · Church Road, Rawreth, Essex, SS11 8SH · Essex Number of places 80 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2023 Local authority Essex 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 Day Nursery, established in 2008, operates as a family-run business dedicated to providing outstanding childcare for children from three months to five years old. Situated on a historic site active since 1873, the nursery boasts over an acre of outdoor space for children to explore safely. The facilities include a separate dining room, a biometric entry system for security, and ample parking. The staff consists of fully qualified professionals committed to ensuring every child enjoys their day. The nursery is equipped with various dedicated rooms, such as a Baby Unit with air conditioning, a large Hall for diverse play activities, a Pre-School designed to prepare older children for school, and a Transition Room for children moving between age groups or preparing for primary school. All indoor and outdoor areas are monitored by CCTV, reflecting a strong emphasis on safety and security. The Day Nursery encourages prospective parents to book a visit to experience the setting firsthand. What it's like Children are safe and happy at this nursery, receiving a warm welcome from professional and friendly staff. They develop close attachments to their key person, feeling secure and well-cared for. Children learn through a balance of child-initiated play and adult-led activities, showing curiosity and imagination. Family-run business Large outdoor grounds Historic setting Biometric entry system CCTV monitored ## Pricing & funding The nursery charges a flat rate for all age groups with options for morning, afternoon, and full day sessions. Hourly rates are used to calculate invoices once funding is active. Additional hours and early starts can be booked separately. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Accepts Early Years Funding from the term following the child's third birthday. - Invoices are calculated using the hourly rate once funding is applied. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2008 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Day Nursery Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10254155 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212850)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY367083) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.thedaynursery.org.uk/) Church Road, Rawreth, Essex, SS11 8SH [© 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#/0.56928/51.61134/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Essex - [Day nurseries in Essex](/search?q=Essex) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-day-nursery-ss11-8sh-ey367083) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Day Nursery Last inspected 24 February 2023 Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are safe and happy at this nursery, receiving a warm welcome from professional and friendly staff. They develop close attachments to their key person, feeling secure and well-cared for. Children learn through a balance of child-initiated play and adult-led activities, showing curiosity and imagination. Inspector highlights - The management team and staff have worked hard to improve practice since the last inspection. - Children make good progress from their starting points. - Children enjoy opportunities and activities that support development in all areas of learning and progression of skills over time. - Staff support children's physical health and development well. - The special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) provides targeted support for those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to reflect on the organisation of the environment within the baby room to help them implement the curriculum and the intentions for children's learning at the highest level - 2 ensure staff maintain the good implementation of the curriculum throughout the day, especially during mealtimes. Inspection #10254155 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212850) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) provides targeted support for those children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. He plans and reviews children's personal goals to ensure that they are receiving the right help. The SENCO provides staff with the necessary information they need to help children make good progress. Outdoor space Children happily climb and run outside in the fresh air. Babies hold chunky chalks and make marks outside on the ground. ## Parent Reviews of The Day Nursery 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKlI1DruYleHUh8JKMlHsKHLPHQNQnG27t1aiDt2xIx-lazKg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Claire Scanlan a year ago My oldest child attended here before school and my 2 year old is still there. It Is such a lovely nursery. The staff are friendly and keep us updated on the app. My youngest talks about the staff as her friends when she gets home. My oldest child’s key worker cried when she left for school which just showed me how much they care about the children. The garden is great and the rooms are big for playtime. They have a separate lunch room which is also a bonus. Fully recommended. Claire Rooks [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURncTY2RV9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8c34c30b56f6f:0x50962562b8d6db77) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKhJkuRAifqo2_plm_jyTa4-idTRn9mapzOx7-yMK4kZqOjxw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) danielle burns 2 years ago I adore this place. Great management. Amazing caring staff. Incredible facilities and outside space. This place is the absolute best. Now not living close enough for my children to attend makes me sad as nowhere else comes close. If you are local enough and looking for a place for your child/ten to attend then please check it out!! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4LUxuVmZREAE!2m1!1s0x47d8c34c30b56f6f:0x50962562b8d6db77) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUKIJ2JPvvcpHxt6p9wpTTNDihtBg2kEAEOXP2fBTSghtTXvsXLuw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Lucie Taylor 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCa3FhR3J3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8c34c30b56f6f:0x50962562b8d6db77) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIz2VXItQomEGNV9ux6OKBPLAzxdIONs9ubJXKTzU5djChLSw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Robson Redding 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMtaTRfczl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8c34c30b56f6f:0x50962562b8d6db77) Reviews from Google for The Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5806869875478944631&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: June 2013 - February 2023 Good - August 2022 Inadequate - October 2016 Good - December 2015 Good - June 2013 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about The Day Nursery ### Does The Day Nursery take babies? ### What are the opening hours at The Day Nursery? ### What outdoor space does The Day Nursery have? ### How does The Day Nursery support settling in? ### Is The Day Nursery a day nursery or preschool? ### How can The Day Nursery be contacted? ### Which funded hours does The Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Essex Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### The Treehouse Forestry Nursery And Out Of School Club Wickford · SS11 8UD 5.0(23 reviews) ](/nursery/the-treehouse-forestry-nursery-and-out-of-school-club-ss11-8ud-ey540614) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Playdays Wickford · SS12 9GP 4.7(15 reviews) ](/nursery/playdays-ss12-9gp-ey486365) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.6 mi ### Salcott Crescent Day Nursery School Wickford · SS12 9NR 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/salcott-crescent-day-nursery-school-ss12-9nr-ey472655) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Little Tots Nursery Wickford · SS12 9NR ](/nursery/little-tots-nursery-ss12-9nr-ey550391) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Happy Days Nursery Rayleigh · SS6 9QG 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-days-nursery-ss6-9qg-ey501527) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Rascals Childcare Rayleigh · SS6 9HP 4.1(9 reviews) ](/nursery/rascals-childcare-limited-ss6-9hp-ey299101) [See all nurseries in Essex →](/search?q=Essex) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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