Our Premises
Hearts Loughton
Tel: 02036724327
Email: loughton@heartsdaynursery.co.uk
Nursery Features
Art Room
Creativity is at the heart of early childhood learning, and our Art Room is a space where little imaginations can run wild!
This vibrant space is designed to inspire self-expression and hands-on creativity. From painting masterpieces to sculpting mini creations, every child is an artist in our Art Room
Sensory Room
Our dedicated Sensory Room provides a calming and immersive environment where children can engage their senses in a safe and stimulating way. This space is particularly beneficial for children who may need additional sensory support.
Home-cooked food
Healthy, balanced meals are freshly prepared each day by our nursery chef right on the premises. We are dedicated to offering nutritious, home-cooked food that children love, promoting good eating habits and supporting their well-being.
Indoor and Outdoor Play Areas
Our nursery boasts a vibrant indoor and an outdoor play area designed to foster creativity and learning through play. We also value the wonders of nature, regularly taking the children on exciting outdoor trips to explore, discover, and connect with the world around them.
Age Groups
Our Age Groups
At Hearts Day Nursery Loughton, we provide dedicated care and learning opportunities for children from 3 months to 5 years old, ensuring each child receives the support they need at every stage of their early development. Our rooms are tailored to meet the needs of each age group, helping children grow with confidence in a safe and stimulating environment.
Babies
Our Baby Room is a warm and nurturing space where our youngest children receive the highest level of care. With a low child-to-caregiver ratio, we ensure personalized attention, focusing on sensory exploration, tummy time, and early communication skills. Soft, comfortable surroundings, gentle music, and interactive toys create a calming yet stimulating environment that supports early development. We also work closely with parents to follow home routines, ensuring a smooth transition between nursery and home.
Toddlers
As children begin to explore their surroundings with more independence, our Toddler Room offers an engaging and exciting space designed to encourage movement, curiosity, and social interaction. Activities such as messy play, storytelling, music, and outdoor adventures help toddlers develop essential motor skills, language, and confidence. Our experienced team nurtures their growing independence while providing comfort and reassurance when needed.
Preschool
Our Preschool Room provides a stimulating environment where children build confidence, develop key skills, and prepare for primary school. Through play-based learning and structured activities, we introduce early literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging way.
At this stage, children take part in storytelling, phonics activities, imaginative play, science experiments, and outdoor learning, helping them develop curiosity and independence. Our experienced educators encourage social skills, teamwork, and emotional resilience, ensuring children are well-prepared for their next educational journey.
By the time they leave our nursery, children are confident, inquisitive, and fully equipped with the skills they need to thrive in school and beyond.
Our Rooms
Baby Room
Our Baby Room is a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment designed to support your little one’s earliest stages of development. Our experienced and caring team provides personalised attention, ensuring each baby feels safe, secure, and loved.
The space is thoughtfully designed with underfloor heating, cosy sleeping areas, and age-appropriate sensory toys to encourage exploration and early learning. From tummy time to sensory play, we focus on activities that support physical, cognitive, and emotional development at every stage.
A gentle daily routine, including music, storytelling, and interactive play, helps babies feel comfortable and engaged. We also work closely with parents to follow home routines as much as possible, ensuring a smooth transition between nursery and home life.
With a focus on comfort, care, and early development, our Baby Room provides a loving environment where your little one can grow, discover, and thrive.
Toddler Room
Our Toddler Room is a lively and engaging space designed to support the curiosity and boundless energy of young explorers. At this stage of development, children are eager to learn, socialize, and gain independence, and our carefully planned environment helps them do just that.
With a variety of age-appropriate toys, interactive learning stations, and sensory activities, toddlers are encouraged to explore and develop essential skills through play. Our daily routine includes a balance of free play, group activities, music, storytelling, and outdoor adventures, all designed to foster language development, social skills, and problem-solving abilities.
We also introduce early learning concepts, such as colors, numbers, and shapes, in a fun and engaging way, laying the foundation for future learning. Our caring team supports each child’s emotional growth, helping them develop confidence, independence, and a love for learning.
The Toddler Room is a space where curiosity is encouraged, friendships are formed, and every day is filled with exciting new discoveries.
Preschool Room
Our Preschool Room is designed to prepare children for their next big step—starting school! This dynamic and engaging space encourages independence, problem-solving, and a love for learning through a mix of structured activities and child-led exploration.
With a focus on early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, our preschool curriculum introduces key concepts through storytelling, hands-on activities, and interactive play. Children are encouraged to express their creativity, think critically, and develop confidence in their abilities.
The room is equipped with learning stations, role-play areas, and sensory experiences that support cognitive development while making learning fun. Our experienced team ensures each child is nurtured at their own pace, fostering resilience, teamwork, and a positive attitude towards learning.
By the time children leave our Preschool Room, they are confident, curious, and well-prepared for the transition to primary school, with strong foundations in both academics and social development.
Our Sensory Room
At Hearts Day Nursery, we understand the importance of sensory exploration in early childhood development. Our dedicated Sensory Room provides a calming and immersive environment where children can engage their senses in a safe and stimulating way.
Designed to support children of all abilities, our sensory room features soft lighting, interactive textures, soothing sounds, and engaging visual displays to promote relaxation, focus, and sensory discovery. This space is particularly beneficial for children who may need additional sensory support, helping them develop fine motor skills, cognitive growth, and emotional regulation.
Whether it’s through the gentle glow of fiber-optic lights, the comforting feel of sensory mats, or the interactive bubble tubes, our sensory room encourages children to explore, play, and learn in a uniquely engaging setting.
Art Room
Creativity is at the heart of early childhood learning, and our Art Room is a space where little imaginations can run wild! Designed to inspire self-expression and hands-on creativity, this vibrant space is stocked with paints, crayons, clay, recycled materials, and more, giving children endless opportunities to explore different textures, colors, and artistic techniques.
Through guided activities and free play, children develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence in their creativity. Our art sessions encourage exploration, self-expression, and storytelling, helping children bring their ideas to life in a fun and supportive environment.
From painting masterpieces to sculpting mini creations, every child is an artist in our Art Room. Their work is proudly displayed throughout the nursery, celebrating their creativity and fostering a sense of achievement.
Indoor and Outdoor Play Areas
Our indoor and outdoor play areas provide children with a safe, engaging, and enriching environment where they can explore, be active, and have fun.
Our indoor play area is designed for all-weather play, featuring play equipment, climbing structures, and interactive activity zones that encourage movement, coordination, and social interaction. Whether it’s role-playing in our imaginative play corner or building with construction toys, children are always engaged in purposeful play.
Our outdoor play area offers a natural space for adventure, exploration, and discovery. With age-appropriate climbing frames, a mud kitchen, water play stations, children can develop physical skills, build confidence, and connect with nature. We also take regular trips to nearby green spaces, giving children even more opportunities to explore the outdoors.
Through both indoor and outdoor play, we create an environment where children can develop essential motor skills, build friendships, and enjoy the freedom to be active and creative every day.
Nursery Information
Hearts Day Nursery Loughton
44 Forest Road,
Loughton,
IG10 1DX
Email: loughton@heartsdaynursery.co.uk
Phone: 02036724327
Ofsted Registration no: TBC
Opening Times:
Mondays - Fridays
7:30am - 6:30pm
Half sessions:
7:30am - 1:00pm
1:00pm - 6:30pm
The nursery is closed on Public holidays, between Christmas and New Year, and two days a year for staff training.
Free "settling in" sessions.
Free 2, 3, 4 year old places.
More information available on request