Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

A nurturing and creative environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn through play

Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 18:00
Age: 0 - 60 months
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About Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

  • Just Imagine Day Nursery – Wickford London Road is an OFSTED GOOD (2022) nursery in Wickford, on London Road close to the High Street and train station. The nursery offers quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years in a calm, relaxing atmosphere with natural resource-rich environments. A dedicated, longstanding team focuses on meeting individual needs and building the skills children will use at school.

  • ​Children explore confidently in thoughtfully arranged rooms, developing social skills, independence and a love of learning.

  • ​An innovative garden provides space for fresh air and active play. Children may grow fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers and collect natural materials for creative activities, helping them connect with nature.

  • ​Close parent partnerships and on-site parking support busy families in this convenient residential location.

  • ​Could Just Imagine Day Nursery – Wickford London Road be the right nature-connected setting for your child? Book a tour today and see the garden in person.

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Nursery Facilities

Discover the facilities available at our nursery and how they support your child's care, learning, and development.

Onsite Parking

Onsite Parking

Convenient parking on site so you can drop off and collect your child without the stress of finding a space nearby.

Our Nursery Fees

We understand how important it is to have a clear picture of the costs associated with your child's care. Our fee sheet is designed to be transparent and straightforward, so please click below and take your time to look through it.

You can also learn more about fees and funding options on our dedicated pages Fees and funding page

If you have any questions at all, please do get in touch. We are always happy to talk things through with you.

Nutritional Approach

We believe food is fundamental to healthy growth, happy minds, and positive lifelong habits. In the earliest years, what children eat shapes taste preferences, supports brain development, and lays the foundations for long-term health.

All meals are freshly prepared on site each day using quality, seasonal ingredients. Our menus are developed with expert guidance, designed for inclusion, and go beyond Early Years Foundation Stage requirements. We want every child to become a confident, curious eater.

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Meet Our Nursery Manager

Nicky Green

Hello, I'm Nicky, the nursery manager here at Just Imagine Wickford London Road. I've worked in childcare for over 23 years and joined Just Imagine in 2008. I hold an NNEB Diploma in Early Years and Childcare.

Being a mother myself, I understand the concerns and worries of parents when choosing a new nursery and the difficulties of being separated from their children. That's why we ensure a safe and secure, yet warm and inviting, environment for both children and parents. With natural resources, we provide a calming and relaxing experience throughout our setting.

I am passionate about ensuring that every child receives the individual support and care they need to progress their learning and development in readiness for their big futures. Our dedicated, longstanding and passionate team actively promote learning through play and devise planning and activities around the children's interests, keeping them engaged and enthusiastic every single day.

What to Expect on Your Nursery Tour

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Our Next Open Day

Meet our friendly team

Meet our friendly team

Learn about our curriculum

Learn about our curriculum

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Explore our rooms and areas

Our Commitments

Our curriculum is built around five core commitments that guide how we nurture every child.

Critical And Creative Thinkers

Nurturing curiosity and confidence to imagine, test ideas, and solve problems through exploration.

Sense of Belonging

Building secure, trusting relationships so every child feels safe, valued, and confident.

Explorers of Our World

Connecting children to nature through outdoor experiences that build resilience and independence.

Confident Communicators

Supporting every child to express themselves in ways that are meaningful to them.

Happy and Healthy

Encouraging physical activity, healthy eating, and joyful experiences that support lifelong wellbeing.

Our Curriculum

Our curriculum is directly aimed at supporting the individual needs of the children we welcome through our doors. Each point has been carefully created by our team to support each child's development, enabling them to grow in confidence, feel a sense of belonging and most of all be happy.

Our curriculum focuses on four key areas. (1) Children learn to be happy and create friendships, building strong relationships with peers and practitioners. (2) They become confident communicators, developing the skills to express their feelings, share their ideas and use their words effectively. (3) We support children to respect themselves, each other and the environment, helping them understand the importance of kindness and care.

(4) Independence is woven throughout everything we do, as children learn to make choices, manage their own needs and develop the skills they need for school and beyond. We want our children to leave our setting ready to take on the next big chapter of their little lives, feeling happy, confident and able to create and maintain strong relationships.

What Parents Say About Us

9.9

Review Score for Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

40 reviews


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August 11, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

We couldn't be happier with the nursery. Our daughter absolutely loves going in and is always so happy to see the staff. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and the team are incredibly helpful, caring and approachable. Communication is also excellent. They always keep us informed at the end of the day, and throughout the day if she has had an accident or isn't feeling well, which gives us great peace of mind. We would highly recommend the nursery to any parent looking for a warm, caring and supportive environment for their child. We couldn't ask for a better nursery!

T G

July 23, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Both my 1 year old and 4 year old attend the nursery and it's been nothing short of wonderful. They have no issues going in, the staff genuinely care about the children and never seem flustered. My 4 year old spent her first 2 years at a different nursery and i can't begin to explain how much better this nursery has been for her. The staff are fantastic. My son has quite a lot of allergies and they deal with it brilliantly so that i have zero concerns.

Nicole B

July 23, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

As parents of two children who have attended, we've seen first-hand how nurturing, welcoming, and dedicated the team is, with a special mention to Abi and Nicole, who both go the extra mile. Our eldest child, who has autism, attended the nursery and was supported with genuine patience, understanding, and kindness. The staff took the time to get to know them as an individual, adapting their approach to meet their needs and helping them grow in confidence. The communication with us was excellent, and we always felt involved and reassured that our child was in the best possible hands. Our youngest child still attends and loves going each day. It's wonderful to see how excited they are to see the staff and their friends. The activities are engaging, educational, and fun, and it's clear how much thought goes into creating a stimulating environment where every child can thrive.

Leanne R

July 23, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My son started here at 9 months old he is now 20 months, I am so happy I enrolled him here he absolutely loves it, he comes home happy, saying new words or things that he's been shown. Him being so happy really put my mind at ease him going to nursery. The staff are always so helpful and friendly and really care about the children. My child's key worker and staff in his room he knows all there names, he smiles and is so happy to go to them in the morning when dropped off. We couldn't be happier with this nursery and would highly recommend to anyone needing to put there child in a nursery. We love the updates and photos we get through

Karen H

July 23, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

I have sent all 3 children to just imagine london road my oldest now being 9 and my youngest is 2 who is still currently in the setting! The girls that all work here are friendly and always make sure that my child is happy and safe! I'm always notified straight away if there is any issues, which there rarely is. All of my children have started from 1 years of age and settled in amazing and bonded with all the staff! It's a clean and fun nursery and I'm always happy with the service and care they provide! I would always recommend the nursery to anyone and love the regular updates we get and communication throughout the day.

A E

July 23, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Amazing staff, always keep me updated, can see they have my child's best interests at the forefront of what they do. My child absolutely loves coming to nursery, that's a tell tall sign of a well-loved nursery.

K H

July 23, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Just imagine has been the very best start I could've given my children. My 5 year old left just imagine with the perfect social skills to succeed with reception. My 2 year old currently attends this setting and we couldn't be happier. They have helped us work through challenging behaviours and celebrated her successes throughout her time there. Both of our children have always felt safe and loved. We have had access to management should we need to discuss anything and the daily handovers from the staff that have looked after our child that day have always been appreciated. Thanks ladies!

Gabriella C

July 23, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Great nursery, from day one they've updated us with everything my daughter is learning. She's always very happy with the staff in her group, and she's never come out of the nursery sad or upset. We always look forward to the updates to see how she's getting on, so that's another thing that is very nice to see. I know she'll be sad next year when she leaves, as she really does love the nursery. Management have always been willing to answer any questions on the rare occasion I've asked them, and staff have always paid a lot of attention to our daughter as well as the other kids there.

K S

July 22, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My little boy Teddy absolutely loves nursery so much, so much so he runs into there every single day and doesn't even turn back to wave goodbye to me! That's how I know he loves it! I get regular updates on the app & I always am informed if his unwell / bumped his head as his so clumsy this happens a lot! I couldn't ask for a better nursery to trust to look after Teddy, thank you all x x

Hollie W

July 22, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Have sent both my children to just imagine London road. My oldest is now at starting junior school and my youngest is about to move into the pre school room. I've always been happy with the care of my children and both of them loved their days there.

Lucy M

July 22, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Just Imagine is an outstanding childcare provider that genuinely puts children at the heart of everything they do.The communication from the staff is consistently excellent, keeping parents fully informed and connected to their child's daily routine. What truly sets this nursery apart is how deeply the educators get to know each child. They understand my child's unique personality, quirks, and interests, creating a tailored environment where they can truly thrive.They provide fantastic support for early development, balancing structured learning with creative play. Furthermore, their handling of health needs is exemplary. Whenever medical issues arise, the team provides the absolute best care and support possible, strictly following their professional guidelines to ensure safety and peace of mind.Overall, the team at Just Imagine shows immense love, warmth, and genuine care every single day, making it a safe and nurturing home away from home.

Cari L

July 22, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

The staff are lovely and friendly and very into keeping up with every child there. They learnt about my child's life very quickly, as well as who the important people in his life are. They have a great garden with different activities for them each day. Lovely selection of foods for them also, exposing them to different things he normally wouldn't have too much of at home.

Grace G

July 22, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

After my daughter had such a good experience for 4 years at Just Imagine, it's was an immediate first choice for my son who has been attending for nearly a year. The staff are amazing and my kids love going, my daughter even likes to come in to see the staff when we are at pick up! Plenty of outside time and learning, and my son has gone from quiet and reserved from so talkative you can't keep him quiet!

L C

July 22, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

All the staff are very helpful and work hard to ensure the children are comfortable and well looked after. My son hated nursery at first but I worked closely with his key person to put him at ease and he has loved every day there ever since. The selection of food offered is always great and they do plenty of fun activities throughout the day, overall I'm very happy sending my son there and would recommend to anyone in Wickford

G T

July 22, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Great nursery. My daughter loves it, she's made loads of friends and often talks about nursery, the staff and her friends at home! Staff are all incredible! My son also used to attend the nursery and still talks about it. Makes going to work easier knowing the kids are looked after.

Amie J

May 16, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My daughter has attended Just Imagine since she was 2 and a half and I really can't thank the team enough for all they have done for her. Be sad to see her leave when she starts school; highly recommend to anyone local to Wickford.

L T

May 16, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Brilliant staff, very attentive to the children. Always looking to progress and develop children's abilities in a supportive and constructive environment. Children are happy with attending and have positive experiences.

J P

May 16, 2026

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

This nursery has been amazing for my child. She is so settled and loves all staff members, the communication is always clear and great. Would 100% recommend to other parents! Overall an outstanding nursery.

Chantelle B

October 7, 2025

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My daughter's of learning with just imagine nursery has been the best one for both our. Staff are respectful, kind and have good positive attitude towards both children and parents. I found it easy to get in touch and my concerns are always been addressed.

A G

January 18, 2025

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Great nursery with excellent staff. My daughter has been going to this nursery for around 6 months and absolutely loves the nursery, staff, and children. It's perfectly sized to make it a nice, intimate environment for babies.

H D

March 17, 2024

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My son has been attending since May 2022 and absolutely loves going. He has made some lovely friends, who he talks fondly of at home. The chef is often mentioned at home, and how I don't cook like him! I love that he is taught about rules as well as the other activities. The staff's rules are the best! I love the fact photos are taken on the observations they're doing, this opens up conversations at home about the activities they are learning about, at the moment it's the life cycle of a frog, very different and interesting for us all. We took him to London last year and was asked to send photos, which we did and this became their topic to learn about, what a brilliant idea! He loves it all and will be sad to leave in August.

T B

March 6, 2024

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My son has been going to Just Imagine since he was 2 and he has always been very happy here. The staff are all lovely. My son will be 5 this year and they are preparing him for his next venture at big school. Lovely to receive updates on the app of what they’ve been getting up to.

Sherelle B

March 4, 2024

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

We are so happy that we picked Just Imagine-London Road for our son’s nursery, we were nervous when first looking for a nursery, we wanted a home-from-home setting for our little boy and as soon as we viewed Just Imagine we knew they would provide exactly that. The staff are loving & caring, we’re kept up to date verbally & via an app, and activities are tailored to each child and their development needs. The meals are lovely, they do lots of outdoor activities & messy play and from starting nearly 2 and half years ago to now our little boy’s speech and development have improved so much, he really does enjoy every minute and he is so excited every morning to see his friends and the staff.

Sasha W

December 20, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

We have 2 children at Just Imagine, our eldest is 4 and started at 15 months. Our youngest is 20 months old and started at 9 months. Both genuinely love going to nursery, it’s amazing seeing them so happy! All the staff are very attentive and helpful, both with the kids and parents. The staff are very good at picking up on likes/dislikes and helping them learn through play. We’ve had experience with all 3 rooms and have never had any issues, all the staff are incredible! My son even comes home talking about the chef and how yummy the food is! I couldn’t imagine them being anywhere else!

D G

November 25, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My little boy has been attending Just Imagine since the spring and I can hand on heart say he is so happy there. The staff are so lovely and nothing is ever too much trouble. They care so much and my little one toddles in with no tears and just smiles on the days that he attends.

M W

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My son has been attending this nursery for 2 years now and it has provided him with such a great social start to life. The staff follow the needs and interests of the children, and my son has loved the vehicle-based activities they plan based on this! He has mixed allergies, and the team were supportive of us providing his own food at first, and now he eats all his meals on-site, having tried lots of new foods too. The chef has experience with allergies so we feel very lucky that his needs are met so well, including food-based activities. He's practised chopping food, helped carve a pumpkin, and lots of messy play and we see these activities via the photos in the app. He enjoys his time with the team. Our son is very happy at nursery.

L G

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Just Imagine is an amazing nursery. The staff are all so lovely, very caring and loving, mum-like to the children. The meals are freshly, home cooked. They always do great activities with the children and let them play outside whenever they can. They are very supportive to us parents with any questions and dealings we are going through with our children. Very grateful and appreciative to all of the staff.

Ruth B

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

What a fabulous nursery! My son loves coming to nursery each day and doesn’t even look back on his way in. He is happy, learning and making friends each day all supported by the wonderful staff that work there. They are very friendly and supportive always putting the children first. In particular, my son’s key worker puts absolutely everything into her role, which I’m extremely grateful for!

K T

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

All the staff were lovely and supportive when my son started nursery. He took longer to settle than anticipated and the staff were very patient and understanding. He now loves attending and has grown massively in confidence since starting there.

Stephanie T

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My daughter (14 months old) has been attending this nursery since the end of July and enjoys her time there. The staff are all friendly and welcoming. My daughter enjoys the variety of food she is offered as well as the different activities she takes part in. If I have any questions or worries the staff are there to answer them and reassure me.

Nicola C

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My son has attended the nursery since he was 6 months old (now nearly 3) and I cannot recommend Just Imagine London Road enough! The staff are brilliant. They are very attentive and accommodating and my son is very happy there. The nursery always strives to provide the best experience for the children and they invest in a variety of toys and educational resources. I love that the outdoor play area/garden is at the back of the nursery, away from the main road and there is a great provision for outdoor activities in there which are very well used during good weather. I highly rate this nursery and with my second child now attending I will always sing my praises.

Anna O

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My son has been at Just Imagine for 4 months now and is so happy there. He does 3 days a week and always looks forward to going. Every day is packed with so many different activities. I love that I can see what he’s doing on the parent portal. Would definitely recommend this nursery.

Faye B

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Such lovely staff from the beginning till now. Made sure my little one was happy in his first few weeks! If I could give it 11/10, I would! Overall perfect nursery!

Sarah G

November 24, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Our child has loved her time and development at Just Imagine, the team genuinely care about our child's progression and we have a tremendously close relationship. Communication has been fantastic so we can coordinate between our observations and activities, and the nurseries, they have been tremendously helpful and all the kids always look so happy and listened to.

Steven W

March 23, 2023

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My daughter started at the nursery during Covid, which was extremely difficult. The deputy manager was very friendly and supportive during the initial settling-in. The staff have continued to support her development over the past few years and she is now a confident and outgoing little girl.

C B

March 27, 2022

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

I am extremely glad about my daughter's development since the day she started nursery. She has a great time every day that she goes to nursery. She always comes home happy, and I receive regular feedback about how her day has been (at nursery and holiday club). I feel very comfortable leaving her at the nursery and holiday club. The staff here are extremely friendly. They always welcome my daughter with open arms and a smile in the mornings. Communication with staff (including the manager) is great, and they are always available. The staff always encourage my daughter to eat. Thank you for your good work and for doing it with love for children.

Katarzyna K

March 26, 2022

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Our child is visiting the nursery for three years now, and we are very happy with the staff. Everything is just perfect, and we never had any complaints at all! The open hours are very convenient for us too! Thanks.

T T

March 25, 2022

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

My son is attending Just Imagine since January 2019. He was full time in the nursery, and now we are happy that they provide us with a before and after school club and holiday club. The staff are amazing, always there to help and answer all your doubts. The management is more than brilliant. Like full time working parents, we don't have to worry about anything when we leave our little boy there. We love them, and we are so happy that we choose them. Thank you, girls.

Milena D

March 23, 2022

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

All the staff at Just Imagine Day Nursery have been lovely. My son has enjoyed his time at the nursery - made lots of friends and appears to be developing well. However, I do think more could be done to update parents on their child's progress - strengths/weaknesses etc. But the most important thing is I feel my son is safe, well looked after and enjoying himself.

L S

February 7, 2022

Review of Just Imagine Day Nursery - Wickford London Road

Fantastic nursery. Since my little girl has joined, she has learnt so much, her speech and the way she knows her numbers etc. The best thing is also the fresh food they serve. It’s all freshly cooked, and nothing is cooked from frozen! My little girl enjoys going every day and is very excited. Her teachers have been amazing from baby room up to toddler room and soon to be big girl room! I would recommend this nursery to anyone. Couldn’t ask for better people to look after my little girl!

Frankie D

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