Number 9 The Nursery

Staff are absolutely devoted to the children.
There is a big variety of activities, food and an amazing outdoor space.
My child settled so quickly – even in Covid times and that’s down to the lovely homely environment and staff who are like an extended family to my child.
I can not fault the nursery it’s well run, organised and I would say best in the area!

Overall excellent nursery, especially when compared with others. Much cleaner and staff are professional, friendly and helpful. My son has not been sent home as often as others we know at other nurseries, despite being often unwell (he is one and catches a lot of colds). He learns sign language and is always doing activities and bringing home arts and crafts projects, which I treasure deeply. I have viewed four other nurseries, including two with private primary schools attached and Number 9 stands out above all of them. Importantly, my son is also clearly attached to the nursery manager as well as his primary worker. The only thing to bear in mind is the cost (which is the most expensive in the borough and has gone up two years in a row since we have been there), but given the quality of the care and the early start/late finish (cost includes nappies, food and classes), it’s worth it.

Today is my son’s last day at Number 9 The Nursery after joining exactly 3 years ago. He is leaving the nursery to start Reception at school in a couple of weeks. He’s had a wonderful time developing friendships with other children, learning from attentive and caring professionals and been able to have an array of experiences in the activities provided. The nursery has always been a safe, caring and supportive environment for our son to go from baby to toddler to pre school. As parents, my husband and I have always been able to communicate freely with the nursery (both the support team and the key workers). The nursery uses an app with which to communicate with parents, sharing photos, videos and observations so we always feel included in our son’s activities. Over time, we have seen the facilities improve at the nursery. I highly recommend Number 9!

My daughter finished at Number 9 at the beginning of September after spending nearly four years there, starting in Baby class at ten months, progressing through Toddler class and finishing in Preschool. If only they had a Reception class so she could have stayed longer! We couldn’t have wished for a better start to her education from such a friendly and caring team throughout. She made a lovely set of friends there and was always stimulated by her teachers to learn about the world around her through arts, books, maths, sports and more. We will miss the Number 9 family, and we very much recommend it as a nursery.

My daughter first started attending Number 9 The Nursery when she was 5 months old and she is now getting ready to start school in September. My daughter is confident and happy and I have no doubt that is because of the input she’s had from Number 9. They are not just a Nursery but have been a partner with us in raising our daughter. My only complaint is that I wish I could keep them with us until she’s at least 18! They have been a source of knowledge, experience and love for almost 5 years. How will we ever cope without them! They are more than just a Nursery. They honestly care deeply for all the children there. There’s a reason why they are outstanding! My daughter is going to school fully prepared both intellectually and emotionally. I cannot praise them enough for everything they have done. I started to list a special thanks to certain people but then the list became too long because honestly, every member of staff is just amazing!

Number 9 Nursery is incomparable to any other nursery. My daughter absolutely adores her days there and the team are always so kind and go above and beyond with the extra educational activities. I feel safe in the knowledge that my little one will be well prepped for ‘big school’

This nursery is exceptional. The staff is caring, nurturing and always smiling and present. It is clean and full of fun activities that are also educational. Our son loves it there. We’ve never had any issues with them.

This is a really special nursery, with excellent caring staff and a warm nurturing atmosphere. Our son has really grown in confidence since joining as a baby until 3 years old – he has built lovely friendships and is learning the basics of phonics confidently ahead of starting school. The building also has great facilities with a large garden and lovely light throughout the building – something that is noticeably lacking in other nurseries we visited. It has a long waiting list, so is worth applying ahead with that in mind!

My eldest was happy in a nursery, but in 2019 I tagged along to a viewing at Number 9 with a friend, and I felt so at home and safe in the environment. So much so, that I put us straight on the waiting list, even though it was further from our home.
As my eldest is gearing up to go to “Big School”, I find myself really reflecting on his growth since he has been at Number 9, and I can honestly say I am so grateful and happy with everything they have done with him! He confidently knows his colours and shapes, can write his own name and do simple maths sums. He actually enjoys learning and will ask to practise his letters or numbers in the car. The staff at Number 9 have really fostered a joy for learning!
I recently asked my son who his favourite teacher was at nursery, and his exact words were, “Miss, errrrmmmm, all of them”. I have never doubted my children’s safety or care under Number 9’s wing. Thank you to the manager and the team.

Absolutely fantastic nursery and preschool. My children love it here and have had so many experiences that they couldn’t have gotten anywhere else. The staff care a lot about the children and go to great lengths to ensure that they are learning, engaged and well looked after.