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Wonder Haven

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2023)
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5.0(38 parent reviews)
·5 Skylines Village, Limeharbour, London, E14 9TS · Tower Hamlets
Number of places
72 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2023
Local authority
Tower Hamlets

About this day nursery

Wonder Haven, established in 2022, is a childcare setting located in London, E14 9TS, offering full-day care for children aged 0-5 years. Open all year round, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, with short breaks in summer and at Christmas, the nursery provides a consistent and welcoming environment for young learners.

The latest Ofsted inspection, on 17th August 2023, rated Wonder Haven as 'Good' in overall effectiveness, reflecting the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Staff warmly greet children, fostering a sense of belonging and independence from the moment they arrive, encouraging self-care skills like changing into slippers.

The nursery implements a broad curriculum which includes learning about animal life cycles and community helpers, enhanced by songs and rhymes. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive tailored support, with individual learning plans, referrals to external agencies, and the appropriate use of additional funding for effective interventions and sensory toys.

Outdoor play is promoted, with children enjoying tricycles, an outdoor kitchen, and construction play. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the education their children receive, noting their development in independence, broadening interests, and self-care skills.

What it's like

Staff warmly greet children, who comfortably separate from parents, showing they feel welcome. Staff encourage conversations and independence, such as changing shoes to slippers upon arrival. Leaders provide a broad curriculum, including learning about animal life cycles and community helpers, supported by songs and rhymes.

Good Ofsted ratingAges 0-5 yearsOpen all yearBroad curriculumSupport for SENDOutdoor play

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Key facts

Opening hours

8am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, except for a week in summer and a week at Christmas.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2022

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Wonder Haven

Last inspected 17 August 2023

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 warmly greet children, who comfortably separate from parents, showing they feel welcome. Staff encourage conversations and independence, such as changing shoes to slippers upon arrival. Leaders provide a broad curriculum, including learning about animal life cycles and community helpers, supported by songs and rhymes.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff promote high standards of hygiene.
  • Staff read books enthusiastically, and children show their love for stories.
  • Children enjoy their mealtimes and are encouraged to serve their own portions.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive appropriate support to help them make progress.
  • Parents are happy with the quality of education their children receive at the nursery.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to help the youngest children to consistently be able to freely explore during their play
  • 2review staff's use of open-ended questioning, ensuring that the youngest children have enough time to think and respond.
Inspection #10307037 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are happy with the quality of education their children receive at the nursery.

They feel that their children develop good independence, broaden their interests and develop their self-care skills.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive appropriate support to help them make progress. Leaders devise individual learning plans with clearly identified targets for children and ensure they are referred to external agencies, following professional advice. Additional funding is used appropriately, and children benefit from effective interventions and sensory toys.

Outdoor space

Staff promote children's outdoor play appropriately. Children confidently steer tricycles and ride-on toys across the pretend roadway, and busily explore the outdoor kitchen. Babies enjoy stacking blocks and engaging in construction play.

Parent Reviews of Wonder Haven

5.0
(38)
D Ceren Simsek Yalcin
3 months ago

Choosing a nursery for your child is never easy, and like every parent, we had many concerns at the beginning. From the very first day, the team supported us greatly during our daughter’s settling-in period and showed her such genuine care and attention. Thanks to their patience and individual approach, she adapted smoothly and now goes there happily. Their warm and sincere attitude made us feel comfortable right away, and we never felt like strangers. Every concern we had was met with understanding and reassurance. The most important thing for us is knowing that our baby is in safe hands and truly happy. We send our daughter here with complete peace of mind. Thank you so much for everything.

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Sachith Kumanayake
9 months ago

Our daughter, Menuki, joined Wonder Haven Nursery in January 2025, and we have been with them for six wonderful months. Although her time at the nursery has been relatively short, it has been enough for us to truly appreciate the enriching experience it has provided for both Menuki and us as parents. From the very beginning, Ms. Edwina has been an incredible support, guiding us through the enrollment process and offering assistance whenever we needed it. As newcomers to the UK, finding someone as caring and helpful as Ms. Edwina has been a tremendous relief. Menuki's class teachers, Ms. Iqra and Ms. Fhamida, have been nothing short of amazing. From her first day, they helped Menuki settle in and adapt to the nursery environment, making her transition seamless. Thanks to their nurturing approach, Menuki quickly felt at home in her new surroundings. At Wonder Haven, they use the Famly app, which keeps us updated throughout the day. We receive daily updates on Menuki's activities, including meal times, what she ate, and whether she took a nap. The class teachers also upload delightful pictures of daily activities, allowing us to see just how much fun Menuki is having. We truly appreciate these updates, as they give us a glimpse into her joyful day. The entire staff at Wonder Haven is incredibly friendly and warm, making our experience even more special. They have organized numerous events for the children, which Menuki has thoroughly enjoyed, including Sports Day, the Annual Trip, and Graduation Day. On Menuki's last day at the nursery, the staff went above and beyond by preparing a thoughtful gift pack. It included a book showcasing all the activities she participated in during her time there, a pen drive filled with pictures of her class adventures, a lovely yearbook, and a shirt to cherish as a memory. We want to extend our heartfelt appreciation and a huge THANK YOU to Ms. Edwina, Ms. Iqra, Ms. Fhamida, Ms. Hanifa, Ms. Sima, and the entire Wonder Haven team! Menuki wants me to add that she loves all of you!

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Abi Taiwo
7 months ago

Our daughter really thrived at Wonder Haven. This nursery has lovely caring staff that make you feel part of a family. It was awesome to get daily updates and see her progress. We all enjoyed taking part in Sports Day and end of year trips. Wished we could've stayed with them until she started primary school but sadly moving out of the area.

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hamdi bouraoui
7 months ago

I have the absolute pleasure of telling others about our experience with Wonder Haven Nursery. A year ago, We visited other nurseries nearby before coming here to check if they had a place for our son, but everyone was really cold and not welcoming. However, when we first walked in to Wonder Haven, we felt the complete opposite. There was a warm welcome, nice greeting and friendly talk from the start. Their staff are amazing, especially the owner, Edwina who took her time explaining all the steps to us and giving us every piece of information about the process. As time went by, we discovered that she is just a blessing and a warm light shining on everyone with special, unwavering dedication and care to the kids. I couldn’t be more thrilled with the care and attention my son receives. The environment is clean, safe, and incredibly nurturing, making it the perfect place for him to grow and explore. The food is great and balanced as well. The chefs are just excellent and cook food with immense love. They know any allergy a child might have and keep a strict rule and constant watch to avoid any issue by allocating any dietary requirement accordingly. The staff is not only professional but also deeply invested in the well-being and development of each child. My son comes home every day with new stories, new skills, and a huge smile on his face. They provide a variety of fun and educational activities that keep the kids engaged while fostering their creativity, social skills, and independence. It’s clear that the management team and the teachers at Wonder Haven genuinely love what they do and care for the children like they are their own. We highly recommend Wonder Haven to any parent looking for a nurturing, enriching, and safe environment for their little one. It’s a wonderful place, and we are so grateful to have found it. Thank you to Edwina and her dedicated team for all that they do. We really appreciate you!

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ibtissem ks
7 months ago

We had an amazing experience with Wonder Haven Nursery. The team is caring, professional, and truly dedicated, and Edwina is simply exceptional. Thanks to them, my daughter’s first nursery experience was wonderful, and we are very grateful for their flexibility and support during a special family time. Highly recommended!

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Inspection history

Date: August 2023

  • September 2023Good
  • August 2023Good

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