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Family First Nurseries is home to a collection of group brands and independent nurseries, all part of the same family. Each setting receives Family First’s investment, support and commitment to quality, while being encouraged to express its own character and identity to best serve the children and families in its community. For families, this means the best of both worlds: local heart, backed by group-wide quality.

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A nursery where children feel safe, belong & shine

Every nursery is united by our five core commitments: nurturing critical and creative thinkers, fostering a sense of belonging, exploring our world, developing confident communicators, and supporting happy and healthy childhoods. These commitments guide everything we do, helping ensure consistent values and quality across every diverse setting in the Family First family.

Our company values

These four values guide everything we do at Family First, shaping our decisions, our culture, and the care we provide to children, families, and colleagues every day

Wellbeing and engagement

Wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We create environments where children and colleagues feel supported, valued, and able to thrive, with dedicated resources and a clear focus on positive mental and physical health across all of our settings.

Inclusion, diversity and equality

We celebrate differences and unite as one team. Discrimination has no place in our nurseries. We create environments where everyone belongs, everyone is treated equally, and everyone makes a difference.

Safeguarding

The safety of children, parents, and staff is our number one priority. All team members complete enhanced DBS checks, annual safeguarding training, and hold valid Paediatric First Aid certificates.

Investing in future leaders

We invest in our people so our children benefit. Our leadership programmes build confidence, practical skills, and clear progression, helping every team member discover their strengths and reach their potential.

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October 17, 2026

Review of Pelican Place Nursery

The team at Pelican Place Nursery are all amazing. They really do go above & beyond to help your child individual needs. They help put plans in place if there is something specific you would like to work on, and they take every emotion into thought. Every single day the staff welcome the children in the morning with such happy faces! If you ever have any questions or concerns there is always someone available to speak too and to reassure you about anything. My sons speech has come on leaps and bounds since joining Pelican, something that has always worried me as a first time mum. However, the team are patient and great with activities through play which has really helped my little boy progress. I would highly recommend Pelican Place Nursery. The team are amazing & I will forever be grateful for there support & love they have given my little boy!

L F

October 15, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

The nursery staff have been amazing in supporting my daughter and helping her feel happy, safe, and comfortable. I genuinely feel that they care about her and her well-being, which gives me great peace of mind. She goes into nursery happily and comes home with so much to tell me about her day, which is lovely to see. I'm truly grateful to the team for creating such a warm, caring, and positive environment for her.

Nadia D

October 14, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Harrow Day and Montessori Nursery has a wonderful and nurturing atmosphere created by the supportive and caring staff. They have gone above and beyond which reflects in my children's development and learning starting from the baby room. The large outdoor space is great for the kids as they spend a good amount of time outside. It was this and the staff which made our decision to send both our children there and we haven't looked back!

Suhila M

October 14, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

One thing I love about Harrow Day Nursery is the community it has curated with the parents, children and staff. Staff here are genuinely so caring, warm and trusting. They are always willing to go above and beyond to ensure the children and parents are happy. We are always greeted with kindness and a genuine smile, which makes such a difference. It is so reassuring to know our son is in a safe, nurturing environment where he is loved, supported and encouraged to grow. We have seen him develop in confidence, independence and social skills, and it is lovely to see how happy and settled he is. I do think that the nursery could do slightly more when it comes to notifying parents of illnesses so that they can be informed. I also think they can do more around preparing children for school life. The staff go above and beyond, and their dedication shines through in everything they do. We are so grateful to be part of it and would wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent

R S

October 14, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We originally chose this nursery because of the garden and rooms set up. Our daughter joined at 9 months and after 6 months of being there we couldn't be happier with her development and confidence. She's excited to enter the room and the staff are genuine. It's a lovely atmosphere with lots of planned family events too.

Monica V

October 14, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We are really happy with nursery overall. The team really seem to put a lot of effort in, especially the after-nursery events and open days which are always fun! My son enjoys coming to nursery, playing in the garden and he feels very safe and secure here.

Anna G

October 12, 2026

Review of Oak Tree Day Nursery and Pre-School

The staff are amazing, attentive, friendly and do so much for the children. We receive regular updates and a diary of meals and nappies throughout the day. Throughout the summer they put on lots of family activities which helped unite the community of parents at the nursery.

J P

October 12, 2026

Review of The Little School Daycare

I have been extremely happy with the care and support my son, Xaviour, has received since attending The Little School. He is always happy and excited to attend nursery, and it is lovely to see how much he enjoys his time there. He speaks positively about his experiences and is able to communicate just how much he loves being there, which gives me great reassurance as a parent. The staff are hands-on, attentive and genuinely invested in his well-being and development. They interact with him positively and keep me informed about his day, including his general well-being, behaviour, learning and progress. I particularly appreciate the support they have given us with his potty training. The staff have offered helpful advice, practical suggestions and tips that I could implement at home, and I am incredibly grateful for their guidance. As a result, Xaviour has made fantastic progress and is now able to use the toilet independently.

B L

October 12, 2026

Review of Play Away Day Nurseries - Totton

My daughter loves attending and that wouldnt happen if it wasn't for the love and attentiveness of the staff! they are so supportive of their learning and development. The fact there is more than 3 rooms just shows how much they care about development as they move rooms once they are ready not just based on age which I loved. They are always there for questions even the silly ones! I would recommend this setting to anyone looking for a nursey.

Megan U

October 12, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My daughter is thriving. All the staff are lovely and she always has the best time there. She's learning so much in the pre school room and the structured days are getting her school ready. I never have any concerns when she is there.

Lucy M

October 12, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Manager is very helpful and staff are loving, my son goes in happy to see everyone and excited for what the day brings. I would prefer more communication with what they do every day and pictures of activities are sporadic on the app. Overall tho can see my son developing and have new experiences and enjoying a range of activities with staff he feels comfortable with.

S J

October 10, 2026

Review of Hucknall Day Nursery

Lovely welcoming nursery where our grandson is very happy. Good communication and good family events. The app is really useful. Induction was great with lots of explanation. Staff are always lovely and very positive and having just met the admin staff they are lovely too. Lola his Key worker and Ellie have been particularly brilliant with bringing our grandson on with care and encouragement.

Barbara H

October 9, 2026

Review of Hucknall Day Nursery

Our daughter has been at hucknall day nursery for 2+ years. In that time, we have seen her grow with happiness and confidence. All of the staff we have spoken with, and that's pretty much all of them, are personable and kind which gives you the reassurance that your child is in good hands We have had many occasions where we have needed a bit of additional support with childcare times and dates and the management team have been amazing in ensuring we have it all covered whilst making sure we understand all the fees and costs. Kym has especially been a huge factor in our love for hucknall day nursery. She makes us feel at home and I see her do the same with all parents. She really is a joy to be around and our daughter feels the same (:

S M

October 9, 2026

Review of Jigsaw Nursery School Pinner

We are so happy with our son's nursery. The staff are all so lovely, caring, and supportive, and they make sure he feels safe, happy, and comfortable every day. It's lovely to see how much he is learning, growing, and developing since attending. We really appreciate all the hard work and dedication the team puts into caring for the children and making every day fun and enjoyable. It gives us great peace of mind knowing our son is in such good hands. Thank you to everyone for everything you do!

Cornelia G

October 9, 2026

Review of Jigsaw Nursery School Pinner

Pinner nursery and all staff have really welcomed my daughter (1year old) into a warm and loving environment. It took some time for my daughter to settle in, and be comfortable within the nursery. But all staff have been very supportive and encouraging of her development. I feel they really enjoy caring for her and getting to know her character. They have gone above and beyond trying to assist her in getting a much needed afternoon nap! She's well looked after and I really enjoy seeing her pictures they upload of her days activities, playing with water, paints or toys. They have music one afternoon and other activities on others. They have a nice outdoor space which is perfect for playing around in.

Jennifer M

October 9, 2026

Review of Hucknall Day Nursery

Me and my older daughter had a lovely morning at Hucknall Day Nursery! I've enjoyed a lovely coffee and my daughter was so excited about the lovely cakes and sweets that were served. It was a nice time talking with the staff and remembering about old memories from nursery, as my old daughter left the nursery two years ago. Just a lovely time with our second family. Thank you so much xx

Alexandra B

October 9, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

As a young mum, finding the right nursery for my child was really important to me, and I didn't stop looking until I found somewhere I felt happy and comfortable with. The staff are kind, reassuring and understanding and the manager is very proactive and genuinely involved in the children's care. It means a lot to know that my child is in an environment where their wellbeing matters and where parents feel listened to and supported. I'm really glad I found this nursery and would recommend it to other parents.

Aisha A

October 9, 2026

Review of Kids Play - The Childcare Hub

Lovely and clean Nursery, staff are very friendly and welcoming. My 1year old settled in alot quicker than I thought he would as he was quite a clingy baby. he loves it there and can't wait to go in every morning! Would recommend:)

N O

October 9, 2026

Review of Kids Play - The Childcare Hub

Fantastic experience settling my son into the baby room. His key worker is lovely and has worked with us to make sure he has adjusted well and has a great time. The app is fantastic for keeping you informed as to their day. The activities they put on are varied and seem to be really enjoyable for my son, especially the animal care sessions!

Helen S

October 8, 2026

Review of Hucknall Day Nursery

I can't speak highly enough of Hucknall Day Nursery. My eldest daughter started in 2021 and from the minute she started we were welcomed into the HDN family. My youngest daughter is now there and we are delighted to be experiencing it all over again. Every single member of staff is so lovely and caring, we trust them completely and have always felt safe leaving our girls with them. Staff members always speak even when just passing by and always make time to have a chat at handover. My daughters always have a great time and love going to nursery. They both came on leaps and bounds with their development since starting at HDN. There is plenty of time in the large outdoor space which was important for us. Inside there seems lots of different activities. The food is home cooked, well thought out and sounds delicious! Sending our girls to Hucknall Day Nursery was one of the best decisions we've ever made for them and to be honest I dread the day we leave for the final time!

Megan M

October 8, 2026

Review of Footsteps Binley Nursery & Pre-School

Daughter has only being going since September and I have seen such a change in her and her development. And trying new foods. Staff are lovely and supportive when anything changes to my daughters routine

Samantha T

October 8, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We've had such a positive experience with this nursery since our son started in Feb 2026. The staff are incredibly caring, attentive and welcoming, and you can really see how much they genuinely care about the children. The outdoor area is fantastic and gives the children plenty of opportunities to play and explore. What really stands out is how much the nursery does beyond the usual day-to-day care. They regularly go the extra mile for the children, families and the wider community, including organising lovely events outside of normal nursery hours. We've always felt very supported and included as parents, and we would happily recommend the nursery to other families.

Charleen S

October 8, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

The environment at the nursery is positive and full of energy. My child is learning lots of new things, learning to be independent and has made some wonderful friends. My child loves going there every morning and that's a huge positive for me!!

Vaishali V

October 8, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

As a father, dropping my son off at Harrow Day Nursery, Montessori , gives me total peace of mind. The team is phenomenal-the staff show incredible warmth and patience, and the management is exceptionally organized, approachable, and transparent. The space is brilliant: bright, secure, and packed with authentic Montessori resources, plus wonderful outdoor areas for children to explore safely. The activities are perfectly balanced, blending structured learning with creative play, sensory exploration, and arts and crafts, helping him build real confidence and independence. Seeing how excited he is every morning speaks volumes. We couldn't ask for a better foundation for our little one

Maher H

October 8, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

My son looks forward to going to nursery and he has so much fun. As someone who can be overprotective, I feel that he's in great hands and the nursery go above and beyond to ensure your children are protected and feel comfortable.

Jade S

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We have found the nursery to be a caring and nurturing environment where our child has been well looked after and grown in confidence and independence. The staff are kind and patient, and happy to answer any questions we may have to accommodate our child's needs. The setting is spacious with a lovely garden. An added bonus is the nursery regularly puts on events on the weekend, which are well attended and are a great opportunity to meet other parents and staff in a relaxed environment.

A S

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We absolutely love this nursery! Our elder daughter attended here, and we are now very happy to have our younger daughter here too. The staff are caring, friendly and genuinely wonderful with the children. We feel very comfortable and reassured knowing she is in such a lovely, nurturing environment. Highly recommend!

Jaina M

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Great team and a lovely warm atmosphere. My daughter has been going for over 2 years and all the staff have been polite and always taken the time to discuss the day. I can say the same for my son who has been going for the last few months.

A H

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We absolutely love the nursery. Our little girl started when she was 11 months. She settled in really well and has grown so much. She looks forward to going everyday. The nursery feels like a family! The management and the entire staff truly care for the children, provide regular effective updates and create initiatives to keep the children and parents engaged. Highly recommend.

Zarina K

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Yuvi has just moved into the preschool room, and the team made the whole transition so smooth and positive for him. To make it easier, he would have breakfast in the toddler room and then gradually move over to preschool. This gentle transition really helped build his confidence and made the change feel very natural. Every single team member has been amazing, and my little one often talks about his teachers as his "friends", which says it all! I genuinely wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone. A special shout-out to the management team too - they are always on it and incredibly supportive! Couldn't be happier with our experience. X

Rohini K

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We're very pleased with our son's nursery. He settles in happily and his development has been good to see. The staff know him well and seem excited to see him, and the management is warm, caring, friendly and approachable.

M M

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We've now been at the nursery for over a year and still absolutely love it. Prachi and Billi have always been amazing. They're warm, approachable and adaptable, and genuinely care about the parents as well as the children. I feel bad naming names because the whole team is wonderful and they all go above and beyond. My daughter has thrived. She's always happy to go in, eats well, plays constantly and her language has come on so much. She's also become very independent (lucky or unlucky, I'm still figuring that one out!). When you pick up, you can see how engaged the children are. They're pottering around, playing and exploring, and it genuinely makes me happy to see. I also love how much time they spend outdoors. As a working mum, it's so important knowing she's getting the stimulation, interaction, play and learning she needs during the week. After more than a year, once I've dropped her off, aside from missing her, I have absolutely no worries about her.

G F

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Prachi and her team have done an incredible job to create a happy and nurturing environment within the nursery. I've been impressed by longstanding staff members, with whom my son has built strong relationships with. There is a great community feel and I would recommend to all.

Marie M

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Both my kids love Harrow Day. They are at different stages and have their own little personalities but the team host them both so well! The outdoor area and school ready approach are particular highlights.

D P

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

All of the teachers really care about the kids,you can see it in the way they treat them. My son loves the nursery and I saw a real difference in his knowledge only weeks into him starting at almost two,when he recited the whole alphabet! They have very creative ways of learning which I love.

Sinead G

October 7, 2026

Review of The Carshalton Day Nursery & Pre-School

My son has just graduated from this nursery and my daughter has been going for the past 8 months and they both have absolutely loved their time there. They always come out happy and they enjoy their time there. My daughter in particular loves the baby room staff, the garden and the activities such as Theatre bugs which they have on a weekly basis.

A P

October 7, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

We're really happy with how our boy has been looked after since starting nursery since July. He has settled in really well and has become comfortable with the staff and his surroundings. We've already noticed some lovely positive changes in him, especially with sitting, listening and focusing during activities. He still has a long way to go, but we're very pleased with his progress so far. Communication with the manager (good listener) and the team has also been great. When he recently had an accident, they contacted us straight away and kept a close eye on him with regular checks. We really appreciated being shown the regular checks and observations they had done; it was very reassuring for us as parents. Overall and so far, we're very happy with the care and attention our boy receives. A special thank you to Kellie, Madi, Siobhan and Laura, as well as the rest of the team, for all the care and support you've shown. It really means a lot to us. This nursery is highly recommended..

Priscil T

October 7, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Absolutely fantastic nursery! The staff are incredibly caring and friendly, and our little one is well cared for and we get regular updates throughout the day which really helps as a parent to feel reassured about your child's care. We've seen amazing progress in our little one and couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough.

S P

October 6, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

Our child is happy to go to nursery, and seems to enjoy the activities. Staff care about the children and seem to genuinely like the interactions with the children. Management are good, and engage with parents positively. Good, nurturing environment.

Ashish P

October 6, 2026

Review of The Carshalton Day Nursery & Pre-School

Our son had been going to the little garden day nursery in carshalton since he turned 1 and he is now 3 and a half and as happy as when he started. We have only got positive things to say about it the nursery, the staff are amazing and we have always felt our son is so well looked after and nurtured!

Pendra H

October 6, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

We've had such a lovely experience with the nursery, and it's been a really special journey for our family. Our older child has recently moved on to school, and now our younger one has started, so we've been lucky enough to see both sides of the nursery experience. Billie has been absolutely amazing throughout the transition. She's been so supportive, approachable and understanding, and has really helped us as parents as we've navigated the change from one child to the next. Thank you Billie!! The nursery has always felt like a really warm, welcoming place where the children are genuinely known and cared for. Knowing that our younger one is happy, settled and looked after so well gives us such peace of mind. Prachi, the manager, is always so accommodating and the team here are exactly who we want to be taking care of our kids. We honestly couldn't recommend the nursery highly enough. It's become such an important part of our family life.

Devaki G

October 6, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

Both my children attend here (4 year old and 1 year old) and the staff are extremely professional, kind and caring. It is a fantastic nursery and they really do put the children first. The pre school room is really engaging and fun and my little boy learns alot. The baby room are so caring gentle with my little girl who basically just wants lots of cuddles and play! They are excellent at providing a safe and trusting environment.

Heidi A

October 5, 2026

Review of Woodberry Day Nursery & Pre-School (Peartree)

We've only been at the nursery for a week so far, but we've had a really positive experience. Everyone has been so friendly and welcoming, and we've felt reassured throughout the settling-in process. It's been lovely seeing our little one start to settle, play and become more comfortable in his new surroundings. We really appreciate how caring and approachable the staff have been and the communication we've received so far. It's made what could have been a big change feel much easier for us as parents. We're looking forward to seeing him continue to grow in confidence and enjoy his time at nursery.

L S

October 5, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

I have used Rushden Day Nursery for a number of years now and cannot fault them. They are accommodating and nothing is ever too much trouble. Staff are brilliant with my little boy and they were the same with my daughter when she was went here. I have a really good relationship with management and staff. Fantastic nursery.

Jade J

October 5, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

My youngest currently attends Rushden Day Nursery. She is in the baby room. She has been in there since Feb 2026. She has formed some amazing relationships with the staff that look after her. I know she is well looked after and I have no doubt she is having lots of fun and learning new things all the time. My middle son also attended Rushden Day Nursery, so there wasn't anywhere else that my daughter would have been going. Amazing staff and management : )

H T

October 5, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

Great nursery, a home from home setting with caring staff. Flexible hours are available which works with our careers and the management team is always happy to book extra hours in if there is staff available. Our child really enjoys going there.

Lucy A

October 5, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

I am absolutely delighted! My child goes to the nursery with a smile on her face. The morning drama and tears are a thing of the past (what a relief it is for a mother to know her child is having a great time). I am grateful that I can come inside whenever my daughter needs to say goodbye to me upstairs. I also see progress in her development. The management team is doing a fantastic job, too-I get reliable answers to every question.

O S

October 5, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

I cannot recommend Rushden Day Nursery highly enough. As a first-time mum, I was nervous about putting my daughter into nursery as she had always been with me, but she has absolutely thrived - socially, physically, emotionally and intellectually. She has settled brilliantly and adores the staff, who feel like an extension of our family. Kerry, Katie, Kya, Ellie and Megan are just a few of the many superstars who have made such a difference. Communication is fantastic, with regular updates and beautifully created photos showing us what she's been doing. They know her inside and out, encourage her unique personality and let her explore safely and confidently. They have supported us through so many milestones, including sleep, feeding herself, walking and socialising. Most importantly, she is happy, loved, understood and thriving. I couldn't ask for better care.

Laura M

October 5, 2026

Review of Rushden Day Nursery

My child has been attending Rushden Day Nursery since September. He is loving it, the staff are very friendly and have helped him settle straight in. The facilities are great and plenty for the children to interact with and play. Food is freshly cooked and great variety on the menu everyday.

N L

October 3, 2026

Review of Harrow Day Nursery & Montessori

I have been a parent of 2 children attending this nursery at separate times and under 2 different managers - I cannot express how much of difference it has been. Prachi was been a breath of fresh air to the place and you can genuinely feel the positive atmosphere and happiness of the staff - them being able to actually care for the children with their hearts full and shoulders light. This nursery has a beautiful community spirit and my current toddler happily waves goodbye as he goes in to start his day - he is always welcomed with smiles. Some of the staff are the same from almost 7 years ago and they have truly made such a positive impact on my children. There's always mixed feelings when it comes to leaving children in day care. However, I can confidently say that I always feel that my children are safe and shining bright at Harrow Montessori.

H L

Your guide to enrolment

A snapshot of everything you need to know about enrolling your child, from initial enquiry and nursery visit through to securing your place!

Book online through our super simple “book a tour” feature or call 0330 333 1080 to speak to our friendly Customer Experience Team.

Your tour is tailored to you and your child. You will explore our indoor and outdoor spaces, meet the team, learn about our curriculum and nutrition, and more, and have all your questions answered.

Our Customer Experience Team will be in touch to answer any questions and talk through next steps when you are ready.

When you are ready, we will send your enrolment form and payment links and guide you through this process. Once completed, your child's place is confirmed.

A few weeks before your child is due to start we will be back in touch with you to book your child's settling in sessions.

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