--- title: "The Tree House Day Nursery, London | Ofsted: Outstanding" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-tree-house-n21-3dn-ey357805 description: "The Tree House, a day nursery in London — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # The Tree House Ofsted: Outstanding (Aug 2025) · 2 Fords Grove, LONDON, N21 3DN · Enfield Number of places 22 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Enfield ## About this day nursery The Tree House Day Nursery, established in September 2007, is a family-operated institution that provides care for children from three months to four years and eleven months old. The day nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, for 49 weeks of the year, with closure on Bank Holidays. The nursery champions a child-centric philosophy, aiming to foster each child's development in a secure and positive atmosphere. This includes dedicated efforts to ensure every child feels valued and respected, receives a high-quality education tailored to their unique needs, and has opportunities to develop the skills necessary for active participation in a diverse society. The nursery also encourages children's involvement in educational decisions where appropriate and strives to cultivate a deep understanding of themselves, others, and their community. Our ethos The Tree House Day Nursery champions a child-centric philosophy, aiming to foster each child's development in a secure and positive atmosphere. They are committed to ensuring every child feels valued and respected, receives a high-quality education tailored to their unique needs, and has opportunities to develop the skills necessary for active participation in a diverse society. The nursery also encourages children's involvement in educational decisions where appropriate and strives to cultivate a deep understanding of themselves, others, and their community. What it's like Children arrive extremely eager to learn and play. Staff create an inclusive culture where children feel respected and where their voices are heard. The nursery has a child-centred approach to learning that places children's health and happiness before their academic achievements, resulting in excellent progress for all children. Family-run nursery Child-centric philosophy ## Pricing & funding Fees are annualised over 52 weeks with a minimum attendance of three days. Funding is annualised over 47 weeks. Meals and extra-curricular sessions, such as music and sports, are charged separately as additional fees. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Fees are annualised over 52 weeks, excluding bank holidays. - Minimum attendance of 3 days required. - Funding is annualised over 47 weeks. - One month's notice is required for any changes to charges. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday 08:00am-18:00pm for 49 weeks of the year (excluding Bank Holidays) Waitlist Waiting list available via online registration form Age range 3 months to 4 years 11 months Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Tree House Last inspected 21 August 2025 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Staff create exceptionally inviting environments, including sensory areas and quiet spaces, and expertly encourage children to explore their emotions. - Staff plan outings to local green spaces and gardening activities, promoting physical development and environmental awareness. - Leaders plan the curriculum with input from staff, ensuring learning builds over time and is fully embedded through frequent revisiting. - Assessment is used exceptionally well to identify and address emerging gaps, helping children quickly catch up and build confidence. - Staff provide a wealth of advice and support for parents to contribute to their child's learning at home, and parents feel involved, listened to, and welcomed. Inspection #10408369 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287649) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Assessment is used exceptionally well; children are tracked on entry and at key points to ensure staff swiftly identify any emerging gaps. Interventions are then put into place to ensure children quickly catch up. This helps build children's confidence in their abilities from a very young age, which encourages a positive attitude to learning. Outdoor space Staff plan outings to local green spaces and gardening activities such as developing a wildlife pond. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. Inspection history Date: June 2012 - August 2025 Outstanding - January 2020 Outstanding - May 2015 Outstanding - June 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about The Tree House ### Where is The Tree House located? ### How can The Tree House be contacted? ### What are the published fees at The Tree House? ### When is The Tree House open? ### What are the main strengths highlighted for The Tree House? ### Which funded hours does The Tree House accept? ### Does The Tree House have an Ofsted rating? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Tree House. - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### The Winchmore Hill Day Nursery and Preschool in London London · N21 2RX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/winchmore-hill-day-nursery-and-pre-school-n21-2rx-2802484 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Green Dragon Nursery London · N21 2LD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/green-dragon-nursery-n21-2ld-ey386301 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Winchmore Hill House London · N21 2LD 5.0(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/winchmore-hill-house-n21-2ld-2714269 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Puddleducks Day Nursery London · N9 9JU https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/puddleducks-day-nursery-ltd-n9-9ju-2720050 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Leapfrog Nursery School London · N21 2EU 4.6(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/leapfrog-nursery-school-n21-2eu-135312 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Butterflies Child and Baby Care Services London · N9 9HL 4.9(21 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/butterflies-child-and-baby-care-services-limited-n9-9hl-ey481300 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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