Tucked away on Valentines Parck, kGems  Nursery is where Ilford and Gants Hill little ones fall in love with learning… without ever realising they’re being taught!

Play That Teaches Without Them Noticing  

Water trays teach capacity, wobbly block towers teach physics and perseverance, and the home corner turns into cafés, hospitals or rocket ships depending on the day. Everything follows the Early Years Foundation Stage, but to the children it’s simply the best kind of play.

A Garden That’s Open Every Single Day  

Rain or shine, the garden doors stay open. Puddle suits and wellies for wet days, sun hats and water play when it’s warm. Children dig in the mud kitchen, explore natural materials, plant vegetables and chase bubbles across the grass. Fresh air guaranteed, every single day.

Fresh, Home-Cooked Meals Every Lunchtime  

Our lovely in-house chef prepares tasty, child-friendly halal and vegetarian meals from scratch each day. Expect mild curries, pasta dishes, rice and vegetables, baked fish, wraps and plenty of fresh fruit. Seconds are always on offer and new foods are introduced gently and patiently.

Getting Ready for Big School – The Gentle Way  

Daily stories, songs in English, jolly phonics, counting games, pencil control and lots of turn-taking practice mean children leave us confident with letters, numbers and making friends. Our children start their first-choice Redbridge primary school happy and ready for Reception.

If you’re searching for a nursery near Valentines Park that feels warm, joyful and truly focused on play-based learning, come and visit kGems .  One quick tour and you’ll see exactly why local parents say their children never want to leave.