Business Details
Trusted Childcare and Early Education in London
At Playdays Nurseries, we are dedicated to fostering independence, confidence, and academic creativity in children aged three months to five years. Our approach combines traditional teaching methods with a stimulating, homely environment, ensuring each child develops at their own pace. With five locations across London, we provide structured care through age-specific Baby, Toddler, and Pre-School Rooms, supported by a highly qualified team committed to ongoing professional development. Our curriculum includes practical life skills, language, mathematics, cultural studies, and extracurricular activities such as French, music, and outdoor play.We prioritise individual attention through detailed development profiles and daily communication with parents, alongside biannual meetings and progress reports. Nutritious, organic meals are prepared fresh daily, catering to diverse dietary needs, while our flexible full-time and part-time options accommodate modern family schedules.
Services
Baby Rooms
Toddler Rooms
Pre-School
Nutrition Services
Extra-Curricular Activities
Highlights and features
- We maintain a high staff-to-child ratio for personalised attention.
- Our team holds qualifications in early years education and paediatric first aid.
- Nutritious organic meals are freshly prepared daily with no additives.
- Individual development profiles track each child's progress comprehensively.
- Five convenient locations across Wimbledon, Chiswick, and Kensington.
What people say
Wonderful teachers
Loving caring environment
Delighted with progress
Exceptional staff
Fantastic activities
Services
Baby Rooms
Our Baby Rooms cater to children from three months old, offering a safe, stimulating environment with dedicated caregivers. Activities focus on sensory development, early social skills, and nurturing routines. Each child receives individual attention to support their unique growth and comfort.
Toddler Rooms
Designed for children around 18 months old, our Toddler Rooms encourage exploration and independence through structured play and foundational learning. Staff guide social interaction, motor skills, and early language development in a supportive setting.
Pre-School
Pre-School programs prepare children aged 35 for formal schooling, covering practical life, sensorial learning, language, and cultural studies. Qualified teachers use Montessori-inspired methods to foster academic curiosity and confidence.
Nutrition Services
Full-time cooks prepare organic, additive-free meals daily, including breakfast, snacks, and lunch. Menus prioritise fresh produce and cater to dietary requirements, promoting healthy eating habits and social skills during mealtimes.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Activities like French lessons, music, baby yoga, and swimming enhance learning beyond core curriculum. Delivered by specialists, these programs develop physical coordination, language exposure, and creative expression in a fun environment.
People
Sarah Wynne-Jones
Nursery Manager
Sarah leads the Chiswick nursery with expertise in early years education, holding a Pre-School Education Diploma. She joined Playdays in 2005, advancing from Nursery Nurse to Manager, and champions child-centred care.
Lucy Meeson
Nursery Manager
Lucy manages the Wimbledon Hill nursery, bringing 19 years of childcare experience and NVQ Level 3 qualifications. Her focus on special educational needs and child protection ensures tailored support for all children.
Siobhan Drewett
Acting Manager
Siobhan oversees the Queens Road nursery during maternity leave, ensuring continuity in Playdays' ethos. She coordinates age-appropriate learning and maintains strong communication with families.
Kerry Nihill
Nursery Manager
Kerry manages Barons Court and West Kensington branches, integrating Baby, Toddler, and Pre-School Rooms across two sites. Her leadership ensures consistent, high-quality care aligned with Playdays' educational goals.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We support children aged 3 months to 5 years through Baby, Toddler, and Pre-School Rooms.
What are your operating hours?
Nurseries are open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, 51 weeks a year.
Do you provide meals?
Yes, we offer organic, freshly prepared meals and snacks with no additives.
How do you track child development?
Individual profiles and daily diaries monitor progress, with biannual parent meetings.
Are there extracurricular activities?
We offer French, music, swimming, and yoga led by specialist instructors.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Staff are trained in early years education, paediatric first aid, and special needs.
Reviews (6)
Nitish Kulkarni
Aug 24, 2021
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Our son, Adi, went to Playdays nurseries, Chiswick, for 3 years. He absolutely loved it, and the development in him was visible in his choices! The team led by Ms Sarah is highly professional, competent, engaging and friendly. The focus on child development is notable; it is tailored to each child's individual development. The processes are well-structured, and this was visible especially during the Covid situation. Health & Safety is given highest priority whilst all other activities, both fun and learning, are managed impeccably. Our interactions with Ms Sarah and some of the staff there (Ms
Alice - London
Aug 01, 2021
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Our daughter has been at Playdays for the last three years and absolutely loves it there. We have been so impressed by the way in which Miss Sarah manages the nursery. The staff are all very caring, friendly and professional. They work tirelessly to create a fun, safe and nurturing environment for the children. They also work closely with the parents and strive to accommodate any specific requests or changes you need to make. We have been amazed at how much our daughter has learnt during her time there and its been wonderful to see her skills and knowledge develop. There is a very low turn over
Ken Seeds
Jan 12, 2021
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Our son has been attending Playdays nursery in Chiswick for over a year now and absolutely loves it! We barely get a goodbye from him in the morning as he is so eager to start his day at nursery! Sarah and the team do an excellent job in fostering the perfect environment for children to play, learn and feel safe. We really couldnt recommend the nursery highly enough.
Anel Du Plessis
Jan 08, 2021
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It has been just over a year now that we have decided to move our little boy from his previous nursery to Playdays and I can honestly say it has been the best decision we have ever made! Playdays does not only provide fabulous facilities and space but more importantly amazing educational and developmental growth through little humans journey. The staff are so loving and focus and sees every child for the individual they are. This for me is so important and I can see how happy my little one is. The communication between Playdays and parents are exceptional and they really do try and accommodate
Ami U.
Nov 23, 2020
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We love Playdays! My daughter has attended the Chiswick branch since she was two and has truly enjoyed her time there and as a result, is now ready to take on the challenges of 'big school'. As a parent, you always want the best pastoral care for your child as well as a stimulating environment for them to learn in; the manger Sarah and all staff (Miss Jess is particularly awesome in the Preschool Room!) really care and contribute in making this happen every day. The staff turnover is generally low - a rarity across many nursery settings - and even the staff who 'float' in different rooms take
Ania Townsend
Aug 01, 2020
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We were delighted with the care our two boys received across three years at Playdays Chiswick. The boys were very much known and treated as individuals and routines from home were supported, especially in the baby room. The staff are very warm and caring and made sure our children had lots of cuddles and affection when they started and at key transition points. There is an excellent range of age appropriate activities offered to the children and the staff are very creative. Communication is very strong, through the daily journals, newsletters, learning journals and also being readily available
