Our Mission Statement
"Play, Learn, Grow,
where curiosity flows"
Our Mission
At Ellie’s Nursery, we believe every child is a little explorer. Through play, learning, and growth, we nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence in a safe, joyful environment where everyone is valued.
Our mission is to inspire young minds to ask questions, discover new ideas, become resilient and flourish at their own pace, because this is where curiosity flows
Ellie’s Nursery Established in 2023
Ellie’s Nursery began its journey in September 2023 in the beautiful town of Epping, Essex. What started as a vision to create a nurturing and inspiring early years environment has quickly grown into a thriving nursery community.
Our Epping nursery is designed to provide a warm and welcoming setting for up to 48 children, carefully structured with small, intimate rooms so children feel secure, supported, and never overwhelmed.
Following the success of our first setting, we are incredibly excited to be expanding with a second nursery in Walthamstow, which will provide spaces for up to 80 children, continuing the same nurturing approach and family focused environment that Ellie’s Nursery is known for.
Ellie Daniells | Founder
Ellie’s Nursery was founded by Ellie Daniells, an experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on childcare experience and 7 years in nursery operations management.
Ellie holds a CACHE Level 3 in Child Care and Development and a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management. She also serves as the nursery’s Safeguarding Lead and SENCO, ensuring every child’s safety, wellbeing, and individual needs are fully supported.
Ellie’s passion lies in creating environments where children feel confident, happy, and inspired to explore the world around them. One of her favourite parts of each day is welcoming children through the nursery doors and seeing their excitement as they begin their day of discovery and play.
Ellie also brings creativity and energy into the nursery through music and movement sessions, helping children express themselves through rhythm, singing, and imaginative play.
Outside the nursery, Ellie enjoys spending time with her family and baking. She is also committed to continuous professional development, regularly attending childcare conferences and seminars and working alongside leading childcare psychologists to bring innovative ideas and best practices back into the nursery.
Her vision is to lead Ellie’s Nursery towards an OFSTED Outstanding rating, while continuing to create safe, engaging, and joyful spaces where every child can thrive.
