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The Enchanted Castle (Day Nursery)

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2024)
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4.8(40 parent reviews) ·557-565 Barking Road, East Ham, London, E6 2LW · Newham
Number of places
130 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Newham

About this day nursery

The Enchanted Castle Day Nursery, a spacious 120-place facility, is dedicated to offering exceptional early years education and childcare for children spanning from birth to five years of age. They pride themselves on being among the most budget-friendly day care nurseries in the area, committed to delivering high-quality care within a safe and nurturing setting where children from diverse backgrounds can flourish together.

The nursery is particularly focused on supporting working parents or those engaged in full-time education by providing accessible and flexible childcare options tailored to their needs, including lone or vulnerable parents seeking to enhance their quality of life. The team at Enchanted Castle is highly qualified, with all staff possessing at least a Level 3 qualification, and some even holding degrees.

Every team member is DBS checked and certified in paediatric first aid and safeguarding. The nursery boasts a strong staff retention rate, with many employees having been with the institution since its establishment in 2003, reflecting their belief in collaborative teamwork.

What it's like

Staff provide warm and consistent care at this welcoming nursery. Children thrive as they develop self-assurance and positive relationships with staff. Children gain the skills they need to manage their feelings and are well behaved.

Affordable childcareAges 0-5 yearsHighly qualified staffFlexible hours

Pricing & funding

Fees must be paid on time, with a refundable deposit of one calendar month's fees required. A minimum of four weeks' written notice is necessary when leaving the nursery for the deposit to be credited.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • A refundable deposit of one full calendar month's fees is required.
  • A minimum of four weeks' written notice must be given for deposits to be credited.
  • Payments two weeks late will result in loss of placement and the deposit being withheld.

Key facts

Food

Parents must provide milk and food for under 1-year-olds; all children require nappies, wipes, and at least two sets of spare clothes.

Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 7:45-6:15

Age range

0 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Enchanted Castle (Day Nursery)

Last inspected 28 November 2024

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Staff provide warm and consistent care at this welcoming nursery. Children thrive as they develop self-assurance and positive relationships with staff. Children gain the skills they need to manage their feelings and are well behaved.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders and staff have worked hard to address the actions raised at the last inspection.
  • Staff provide a well-planned curriculum that supports children's care and learning.
  • Staff support children with additional needs well.
  • Staff support children to use their natural curiosity and engage their senses.
  • Children learn about the benefits of good health.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to implement a wider range of the areas of learning during their interactions with children, to support their learning fully.
  • 2place a sharper focus on ensuring all parents are made aware of their child's next steps in learning.
Inspection #10365503 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents say that staff keep them updated about their child's day and that there is a parent app to support communication between staff and parents.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is good. Staff support children with additional needs well. They work closely with parents and external agencies and share and reinforce targets, ensuring children get the help they need and putting plans in place so that children achieve and fulfil their individual potential.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy playing outdoors. They are fascinated about the world around them as they explore the well-resourced garden, developing their imagination as they play pretend shops in the wooden play house and enjoying physical play on apparatus and wheeled toys.

Parent Reviews of The Enchanted Castle (Day Nursery)

4.8
(40)
Gloria Osagie
4 years ago

What a great gathering for kids to be, with relaxed peace of mind am so glad my kids are there. The staff are all amazing, kind, caring, loving, happy to help, professional, good communication with a positive smile. The manager and the owner are super dupers lovely, they are always available to assist and support with their whole heart. Thanks to all staff, manager and owner of the Enchanted Castle Nursery. Gabby says Emma is a super hero.

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Mala Noor
a year ago

This nursery is beyond excellent, I cannot fault the staff and the whole team at Enchanted Castle in any way. The staff have looked after all three of my children and what a brilliant job they did. I always recommend the nursery to friends and family looking for a nursery as they truly are lovely, caring, supportive and really communicated everything about my children. Thank you to everyone at Enchanted Castle over the past few years, your services and support has been incredible.

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Anam Shaheen
2 months ago

The enchanted castle nursery is wellcoming and the staff are helpful, the environmnet of this nusrsery is nourishing.

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Yasmine Dhillon
4 years ago

This nursery is brilliant. The staff are professional and the manager is always on hand to communicate with. Within just 1 week the nursery staff toilet trained my son. They were amazing! I couldn't believe their dedication and commitment to helping parents develop their child's independence. Thank you and Well done!

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Shakira Rughooputh
4 years ago

From the first viewing of this nursery i have loved everything about it! The staff are so kind and lovely, i instantly felt comfortable with sending my child to be looked after. Especially Emma the nursery manager; shes made the whole experience amazing. Ive watched my child develop so much after sending him to this nursery after only a short while. I would gladly recommend this nursery to anyone who wants peace of mind when entrusting their child with others

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2024

Date: May 2010

  • November 2024Good
  • August 2024Inadequate
  • February 2020Good
  • June 2016Good
  • December 2013Good
  • July 2013Good
  • May 2010Good

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