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Our website will provide you with a comprehensive overview of everything we offer at Little Diamonds from our nurturing learning environments to our dedicated staff and high-quality Early Years Curriculum.

It is designed to give you a clear picture of our nursery before your visit and to help you feel confident about the care and education we provide.

We offer:

Flexibility – Bespoke childcare packages designed to suit the needs of every family.
Opening Hours – Cambridge Lodge, Wanstead 7:00 am – 7:00 pm (Monday – Friday) Forest Gate 7:30 am - 6:30 pm (Monday - Friday) .
Passion – Our dedicated teams are driven by a genuine love for early education, ensuring that every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged.
Attention to Detail – We take pride in excellence across all we do — from our learning environments to our family partnerships and teaching practice.
Highly Qualified Practitioners – Our long-standing, skilled staff bring consistency and expertise to every child’s experience.
Consistency and Care – Many of our practitioners have been with us for years, creating a stable, familiar setting that supports secure attachments and confident learners.
Homely Environment – Our nurseries offer calm, welcoming spaces with separate dining areas where children enjoy healthy meals together, promoting independence and social skills.
Music and Creativity – Musical instruments such as the guitar, piano, and harmonica are played throughout the day, fostering rhythm, self-expression and joy in learning.
Active Learning Outdoors – We believe in constant outdoor physicality as part of our daily routine. Our physically based curriculum encourages independence, resilience, and a lifelong love of movement.
Curriculum Framework – We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS 2025), adopting a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach that values curiosity, creativity and child-led exploration.
Healthy Eating – Our extensive winter and summer menus are created in line with the Caroline Walker Trust approach to nutrition. We promote healthy eating habits from an early age and celebrate food as part of learning.
Award-Winning Nutrition – We are proud recipients of the Gold Nutrition Award for Healthy Eating, recognising our ongoing commitment to children’s health and wellbeing.
French Language – As part of our inclusive curriculum, children enjoy early exposure to French through songs, stories and play, helping to develop listening skills and cultural awareness.