Small Friends Day Nursery
Outstanding childcare in the heart of the busy and vibrant seaside town of Leigh-on-Sea
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Who we are
A light, spacious setting for children to play, learn and explore
A calm and natural learning environment for all children to flourish.
Small Friends Day Nursery is the perfect setting for parents looking for a local nursery bursting with opportunities to help their children flourish.
The ethos at Small Friends is around the child’s happiness and wellbeing. Inside our light, spacious nursery, we promote a calm and natural learning environment. Our four large nursery rooms are complimented by our nursery garden and beach house, which is dedicated to investigation and creativity through small parts play.
Additional Information
- Conveniently located near Leigh Broadway
- Registered for 60 children aged from 22 months to 5 years
- Nutritious meals prepared on the premises by the nursery cook
- Highly qualified staff, dedicated to the child’s emotional wellbeing and needs
- Four large play rooms, a garden and beach house for the children to play and explore
Getting here
Directions, parking & opening times
Directions & Parking
You will find us just off the Broadway, close to Library Gardens. We are conveniently located on Rectory Grove which is the alleyway by Ugos and Wish.
What 3 words: ///silks.start.shapesOpening times
Full day8am to 6pmAM8am to 1pmPM1pm to 6pmEarly start & late finish7:30am / 8am or 6pm / 6:30pm -
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YOUR OPTIONS
Simple and straight-forward
Our nurseries have many outstanding and unique qualities that you’ll want to see and experience for yourself.
Contact us for more informationBecause of this, we prefer to discuss individual day nursery costs with you during your visit to the nursery you’re interested in.
AVAILABLE FUNDING
Helping pay for your childcare
Find out moreUnderstandably, the cost of day nursery can put many familiesoff choosing it as an option. But there are a range of Government schemes open to parents that can make nursery affordable and we will do everything we can to help you understand the choices and access the funding that you might be eligible for.
Tax-Free Childcare – For working families earning under £100k and at least £131 per week (equal to 16 hours at the National Minimum or Living Wage) each who aren’t receiving Tax Credits, Universal Credit or childcare vouchers.
15 hours and 30 hours Funded Childcare – For many working parents of 2 year olds, and 3 – 4 year olds for 38 weeks each year.
SMALL FRIENDS DAY NURSERY TEAM
Providing bright beginnings for every child.
'Small Friends is a wonderful nursery in the heart of Leigh-on-Sea with a highly qualified, dedicated, and caring staff. Our friendly team will support and encourage your child to learn, develop and flourish whilst in our care.'
Kirsty Leech (Small Friends Day Nursery Manager)

Small Friends is proud to be independently reviewed and graded by daynurseries.co.uk

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We recommend you come and see our nurseries for yourself. Call: 01702 471 235 or follow the link below.
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