Kindred Hainault Nursery and Pre-School

We offer convenient and accessible parking options to make drop-off and pick-up as easy as possible for all families. You can use the on-street parking available directly outside the nursery, which does not require a permit. Additionally, we have our own private car park, which is shared with the neighbouring youth center, providing ample space for everyone during drop-off and pick-up times.

We maintain strong relationships with local schools to ensure a smooth and confident transition for every child. At the end of the summer term, we hold transition meetings with receiving schools to share key information and ensure a seamless handover. We work in close partnership with the Local Authority to coordinate and support the entire transition process, making sure it's as successful as possible for all children.

We are committed to providing the highest standard of care and attention for every child. Our staff-to-child ratios strictly adhere to all UK regulations to ensure a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.

Our ratios are as follows:

Babies (Under 2 years): 1 staff member to every 3 children (1:3)

Toddlers (2-3 years): 1 staff member to every 5 children (1:5)

Preschoolers (3-4 years): 1 staff member to every 8 children (1:8)

This commitment to regulated ratios guarantees that each child receives the individual support and guidance they need to thrive.

Our settling-in process is designed to be a gradual and positive experience, allowing your child to build confidence and form a bond with their new keyworker. We offer a structured series of three sessions to ensure a smooth transition:

• Session 1 (1 hour): You and your child will attend together. This is a crucial time for sharing important information about your child, such as allergies and parental preferences, while they begin to get comfortable in the new environment.

• Session 2 (1 hour): This is the first drop-off session. You will leave your child for an hour, allowing them to practice separation and begin building their relationship with their keyworker and other children.

• Session 3 (2 hours): This extended session allows your child to stay for a longer period, typically over a snack time. It's an opportunity for them to experience more of the nursery routine and for our team to truly get to know your child and your family.

If a child requires more sessions than the typical three, we are more than happy to accommodate this. 

Yes, we are proud to have a strong partnership with the local Hainault Children's Centre located right next door to our nursery. This close collaboration allows us to provide enhanced support and resources to our families.

We work together to:

• Provide Resources: Families can access their baby bank and food bank through us, ensuring they get the resources they need.

• Offer Specialized Sessions: The Children's Centre team runs various programs, including sensory classes, that benefit our children. They often come to us to deliver these sessions and we can refer parents to them for additional support.

• Mutual Referrals: We have a trusted relationship where they send families to our nursery, and we can easily pass families over to them for access to more specialized resources or support.