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Chestnut Nursery Schools Chestnut Avenue

Our curriculum allows children to play, explore, be active learners and develop critical thinking. Activities are based on EYFS teaching practices, Forest School and Reggio Emilia, meaning we use more natural resources and fewer plastic toys.

How to find us

Address

124 Chestnut Avenue, London, E7 0JJ

Contact Number

02089 257858

Email Address

chestnutavenue@chestnut-nursery.com

Bus Routes

58, 308, 330, 508, 678

Nearest Station

Wanstead Park & Forest Gate

Opening Times

Monday
08:00 - 18:30
Tuesday
08:00 - 18:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 18:30
Thursday
08:00 - 18:30
Friday
08:00 - 18:30
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Good Rating

Ofsted Report

8.2 / 10

Day Nurseries

Forest School Ethos

Natural Learning Resources

What makes Chestnut Avenue great?

Here at Chestnut Avenue (based in Forest Gate, East London) our activities are based around the teaching practices set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS, 2017) curriculum. We cover each of the seven areas of learning - this allows our children to access a wide range of activities that aren’t always possible at home.

 

We have recently introduced a core curriculum that takes influences from a variety of Early Education Pedagogies, for example Forest School and Reggio Emilia, as we are creating a nursery that is using more natural resources, allowing our learning environments to have natural light and using fewer plastic toys. Our curriculum and philosophy weaves into the EYFS as it allows our children to play and explore, be active learners and develop critical thinking.

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Manager & Deputy Manager

I have completed a CACHE level 5 diploma in Early Years senior practitioner. I have been working within childcare settings for over 8 years and have been with Chestnut Nursery Schools for over 5 years. Within this time with Chestnuts, I have been able to thrive within my career and achieve different roles starting from nursery practitioner, room leader/third in charge, Deputy Manager and now Manager. I am passionate about working with children as I enjoy supporting children’s learning and development. I also help provide a safe and stimulating environment in which children can gain new, fun experiences and a variety of different learning opportunities.

Chestnut Nursery School Team Member Mikhala Smith
Designated Safeguarding Lead

Mikhala Smith

Manager

Chestnut Avenue

I have completed my BA (Hons) in Education Studies and have over six years of experience working in childcare settings. I have been with Chestnut Nursery Schools for two years, during which I have continued to grow professionally and deepen my passion for supporting children’s learning and development. I am committed to building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, ensuring that every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. I help ensure the nursery remains an inclusive, warm, stimulating, and challenging environment for all children, offering exciting learning opportunities and meaningful experiences. I am dedicated to giving my very best to uphold and strengthen the ethos that makes Chestnut Nursery Schools so special.

Chestnut Nursery School Team Member Alexia McKitty

Alexia McKitty

Deputy Manager

Chestnut Avenue

What families have to say

My toddler has been attending the nursery and he absolutely loves it. His key workers are so warm and lovely and I’ve felt confident leaving him there knowing that he’s going to have a fun day and be happy and stimulated by the end of it.

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