At Kindred Islington Nursery and Pre-School, our children can explore all year round in our amazing indoor garden. This vibrant, nature-themed area is complete with a slide, sandpit, building blocks, and real plants, all set against a tranquil woodland backdrop. It brings the joys of outdoor play inside.
For quieter moments, our sensory room provides a relaxing educational experience for our little ones. Our sensory light table is the perfect activity for helping children learn all about colours, shapes, and shadows.
Our established reputation is built on strong relationships, thanks to our many longstanding staff members who offer continuity and a familiar, reassuring presence for our families.
Trusted by families, loved by children. Find out why…
We offer fees that are simple, transparent, and all-inclusive. We proudly accept all childcare funding schemes. Any extra hours of care beyond your funded hours are simply charged at our standard fee rate.
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||
| 3 days £487 |
4 days £1,045 |
5 days £1,443 |
Consumables charge per month
Under 3 years old: Food £31.50, Non-Food £10.50, Activities £10.50
Over 3 years old: Food £66.00, Non-Food £7.50, Activities £36.50
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 2 days £522 |
3 days £1,080 |
4 days £1,638 |
5 days £1,977 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | |||
| 3 days £173 |
4 days £509 |
5 days £844 |
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Consumables charge per month
Over 3 years old: Food £33.00, Non-Food £3.75, Activities £18.25
| Full Day (08:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £558 |
2 days £1,116 |
3 days £1,674 |
4 days £2,232 |
5 days £2,511 |
| Half Day (08:00 to 13:00/13:00 to 18:00) | ||||
| 1 day £336 |
2 days £671 |
3 days £1,007 |
4 days £1,342 |
5 days £1,678 |
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We are conveniently located a 7-minute walk from Essex Road Station and an 18-minute walk from Haggerton Station.
Davina Mathurin
Nursery Manager
A little about me...
My favourtie game is Hopscotch but i also love pretend play! I often go up in the rooms and might have a good session on pretend play doing some dancing, pretending to be models walking down the runway, dressing up and signing and dancing!
What is one of the most important things you should know about us? That’s easy: our fabulous teams! Pure and simple.
Dedicated to being the best that a family could ask for, our team are constantly developing themselves through our training program run by childcare and EYFS experts.
It is not just our little ones who are the passionate lifelong learners here at Kindred! It’s all a testament to their love of what they do, and what makes Kindred the incredible, loving place that it is.
Our doors open from 08:00, where you and your little one will be greeted by a member of our friendly team who will strive to ensure that the transition from home to nursery is a smooth and happy one. Wave ‘see you soon!’ to your child in the knowledge that they will be safe, well cared for and having endless amounts of fun as they settle in for the day ahead.
Our children start their day off correctly with a healthy range of options to choose from, such as cereals, fruit and toast for breakfast from 08:00. For weaning babies at all mealtimes, a specially curated weaning menu is prepared by our trained chef and can be mashed, chopped or pureed depending on your child's individual needs.
Fuelled with a yummy breakfast, children enjoy a range of enrichment activities, adult-led learning linked to focus topics and child-led play experiences. From loose parts exploration and sensory activities to creative arts, imaginative role play and cosy reading corners, there is truly something for every child to enjoy. Outdoor play also forms an important part of the morning, allowing children to build confidence, develop physical skills and explore through active play. A healthy snack is available in the mid-morning to keep everyone energised.
From 11:30, we enjoy lunch, freshly prepared by our on-site chef. Mealtimes provide a wonderful opportunity to socialise with friends, develop independence and explore a variety of flavours and textures. Our seasonal menus offer plenty of choice and are carefully adapted to accommodate individual dietary requirements and preferences.
Following lunch, our younger children can enjoy a well-earned nap or quiet time. For our little sleepers, we create a calm and comforting atmosphere using soft lighting, soothing music and cosy bedding to support rest and relaxation. Children who are not sleeping can enjoy quiet indoor activities, stories and gentle play, helping to create a peaceful transition into the afternoon.
Children continue their learning journey through a balance of indoor and outdoor experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Whether exploring open-ended resources, engaging in imaginative play or enjoying active time outdoors, every afternoon offers opportunities for discovery and development.
To keep little ones fuelled and ready for all the awe and wonder their days hold, we offer a healthy mid-afternoon snack, including fresh fruit and vegetables alongside other nutritious options. From 15:30, our children enjoy a delicious evening meal before settling into a relaxed period of child-led play, giving them time to unwind and enjoy activities of their own choosing.
As the day draws to a close, children enjoy relaxed play with their friends before being collected throughout the evening. Families are kept up to date through Satchel during the day, and at collection time your child's key person will share highlights of their learning, achievements and wellbeing, along with any important information. Nursery closes at 18:00, when we wave our final goodbyes and wish everyone a safe journey home.
This is just an example day that the nursery follows, each day is subject to variation depending on activities and the needs of the children.
We build strong relationships with our families by hosting a variety of regular events and opportunities for connection such as relaxed coffee mornings and informative parent workshops. By inviting parents in as often as possible, we ensure a collaborative and welcoming atmosphere.
We establish key partnerships with local schools to ensure a smooth transition for your child. Our preparation focuses on both the child's readiness and supporting parents through the application process.
Our children attend introductory visits to local primary schools accompanied by their key person. This familiar support helps children feel secure while experiencing their new environment. We also host informative how to apply to school workshops. These sessions often feature ex-alumni parents who can share their experience on navigating the school application process.
Our staff-to-child ratios strictly adhere to UK regulations to ensure a safe, secure, and nurturing environment.
Our regulated 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)
We offer a structured yet flexible approach to settling in, typically involving three graduating sessions to ensure a smooth transition for your child. During the first session, you and your child will attend together. We use this time to complete the All About Me booklet. You can then leave your child in the room and enjoy a coffee in our reception area. This allows your child to begin forming bonds with their key person while knowing you are close by.
For the remaining sessions, you will drop off your child for a designated period. This allows your child to fully immerse themselves in the nursery routine and practice separation. Our team works with you to tailor the sessions to your child's individual pace, ensuring they feel secure and happy before their official start date. We are always prepared to offer additional sessions if needed.
We believe there is no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong clothes! We ensure our children experience outdoor play and learning every single day, in all weathers.
Safeguarding: Standards Met
Achievement: Expected Standard
Behaviour, Attitudes & Routines: Expected Standard
Leadership & Governance: Expected Standard
Inclusion: Strong Standard
Children's Welfare: Expected Standard
Safeguarding: Standards Met
Safeguarding is graded as either ‘Met’ or ‘Not Met’. If met, it indicates a nursery has an open culture in which everyone is responsible for safeguarding and any concerns are actively identified, rectified and managed resulting in children being made and feeling safer.
Achievement: Expected Standard
Achievement tracks the progress each child makes over 7 key areas of development relative to their unique starting points. It also considers our practitioners’ knowledge of child development and how we support children for the next stage of their educational journey.
“Children grow into confident and enthusiastic learners. They are keen to explore and participate in a variety of well-planned activities. These experiences are designed to reflect children's interests and support their next steps of development.”
Behaviour, Attitudes & Routine: Expected Standard
Behaviour, Attitudes and Routines looks at how we prepare children for future learning by creating supportive routines, encouraging positive behaviours and helping children understand and manage their emotions.
“Staff build warm and trusting relationships with children. This supports children to feel safe and secure, enabling them to explore their environment with confidence. Children show high levels of engagement and enjoyment as they choose where they wish to play.”
Leadership & Governance: Expected Standard
Leadership and Governance examines how our leaders drive quality; oversee compliance and support teams to ensure we are consistently delivering exceptional childcare.
“Leaders are present and visible in the nursery, observing practice and providing support to staff. This enables them to have effective oversight of the strengths and areas for development of the nursery.”
Curriculum & Teaching: Expected Standard
Curriculum and teaching examines our unique approach to learning and how we bring it to life across our nursery. It considers the learning experiences we provide, how our teams support development, and the ways we adapt to meet the individual needs of every child.
“Leaders have implemented a broad and balanced curriculum, with a focus on developing children's independence, resilience and curiosity. Staff know children well and plan to meet their interests and developmental next steps. These are continually reviewed to ensure that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are making progress across the curriculum.”
Inclusion: Strong Standard
Inclusion evaluates how effectively our nursery supports and cares for every child, with a particular focus on children with special educational needs and those who may face additional barriers to learning.
“Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive highly effective support that enables them to feel safe, secure and fully included in all aspects of the nursery. They build strong relationships with familiar staff and make excellent progress from their individual starting points.”
Children’s Welfare & Wellbeing: Expected Standard
Children’s welfare and well-being examines how effectively we provide the care and support every child needs to thrive. It considers their emotional security, sense of belonging and the positive relationships built with their key workers.
“Staff have developed calming spaces that children can access when they need rest or quiet time, supporting them to regulate their emotions. Other thoughtfully designed spaces, such as the indoor garden and sensory areas, further promote children's physical and mental wellbeing.”
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“…Since starting, I've seen such positive changes in my children. Their confidence, independence, and social skills have grown. The nursery encourages learning in a safe, nurturing environment. My eldest even speaks Spanish and proudly says she learned it there. Most importantly, my kids are always happy to go in and happy when I pick them up. I couldn't recommend this nursery more highly.”
“The environment feels safe, clean, and welcoming for children. The staff are caring and attentive, and they make a real effort to support children's development through different activities and learning opportunities. Communication with parents is clear and helpful, and updates about the children are shared regularly. My child feels comfortable and happy attending, which gives us peace of mind as parents.”
“The communication is excellent, with regular updates on our child's development and daily activities. They provide a fantastic range of engaging activities, along with plenty of outdoor time, which our little one absolutely loves. In just three months, we've seen such wonderful development and growth. Most importantly, our child is always excited to go to nursery each day, which gives us real peace of mind knowing she is safe, happy and genuinely cared for with warmth and kindness.”
