Braintree

About the Nursery

Welcome to kGems Day Nursery – Braintree, a unique farm nursery where children can learn, play and grow surrounded by nature.

Our Braintree setting combines the warm, nurturing care that families expect from kGems with an exciting outdoor environment designed to bring learning to life. Alongside three dedicated rooms for babies, toddlers and preschool children, the nursery benefits from a large garden and its very own farm area, giving children regular opportunities to explore the natural world as part of their everyday nursery experience.

We believe some of the most meaningful learning happens through real experiences. From discovering how plants grow and observing the changing seasons to learning about animals and the care they need, our outdoor environment encourages children to ask questions, investigate and develop a genuine curiosity about the world around them.

Inside, our thoughtfully designed rooms provide safe, stimulating spaces tailored to each stage of development. Outside, our extensive garden gives children space to move, explore, create and discover, allowing outdoor learning to become a natural part of every day.

At kGems Braintree, children can get muddy, get curious and experience the joy of learning first-hand, all within a caring and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to grow in confidence and independence.

 
Opening Times

Mon – Fri: 8:00am to 6pm (51 weeks)
Early start of 7:30 am available

Cares for children aged

3 months to 5 years

Book Your Showaround

  • 01376 560 560
  • braintree@kgems.co.uk
  • The Chapel, High Garrett, Braintree CM7 5NX
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The Chapel, High Garrett, Braintree CM7 5NX

Testimonials

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  • I gained so much valuable experience during my college placement at this nursery while I was doing my level 3. I’ve learnt new skills that have really helped my career.... read more

    Kaur Avatar Kaur
    December 16, 2025

    I would recommend this nursery highly! A well resourced provision with wonderful staff- covering all areas of the framework and spacious outdoors.

    ANWAR HOSSAIN Avatar ANWAR HOSSAIN
    November 9, 2025

    The staff are friendly and approachable. My son enjoys going into nursery here and has learnt many songs and enjoys reading the themed books. There is diversity here and all... read more

    sonia ahmed Avatar sonia ahmed
    September 10, 2025
  • Very professional team at the Clayhall Park branch, daughter looks forward to going nursery everyday! The team always update with photos of your child’s progress as well as activities they... read more

    DI17ESH Avatar DI17ESH
    July 21, 2025

    I love KGems. Their staff are so genuinely caring, well trained and great at their jobs. It makes me feel good to be at work knowing my child is able... read more

    Mita Desai Avatar Mita Desai
    July 21, 2025

    We couldn’t be happier with our experience at KGems Clayhall branch. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcome and confident that our child would be... read more

    kiran kaur Avatar kiran kaur
    July 21, 2025
  • Thank you so much for looking after my daughter. staff are kind and friendly and my daughter absolutely enjoys spending her time there.

    Luz Garay Avatar Luz Garay
    July 17, 2025

    I am Jaiden Buhari 's grandma and I find the staff very caring, look after the kids well and the nursery is very clean. There's a large garden area where... read more

    Yasmin Buhari Avatar Yasmin Buhari
    July 17, 2025

    Amazing nursery! Both are children attended and we have been with Kgems since the start. Staff have a great bond with the children and support so much with their early... read more

    Athavan Umaipalan Avatar Athavan Umaipalan
    July 17, 2025
  • We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kgems Nursery in Clayhall! From the moment we walked in, we felt a genuine warmth and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are incredibly... read more

    Zara Babar Avatar Zara Babar
    July 16, 2025

    We couldn’t have asked for a better nursery than Kgems. The staff are truly amazing—caring, supportive, and always going the extra mile. Our son started at age 2, and we... read more

    Shafi .A Avatar Shafi .A
    July 16, 2025

    A nice nursery and a good place for kids.The team is amazing. My son is very happy there...!!! Many thanks

    Adelina Enuta Avatar Adelina Enuta
    July 11, 2025
  • My child has been going to KGems Clayhall Park since Sept and it has been a wonderful experience. The staff are very good with my child and very caring and... read more

    Harpreet Sohel Avatar Harpreet Sohel
    July 10, 2025

    a wonderful team

    Ana Jizdan Avatar Ana Jizdan
    July 10, 2025

    The team at kGems created a warm, welcoming environment where my children felt safe, supported, and excited to learn. Their focus on communication and language development, as well as outdoor... read more

    Bushra Khatib Avatar Bushra Khatib
    June 30, 2025
  • Our daughter absolutely loves Kgems having been there for 1.5 years. The staff are wonderful and friendly, and the nursery has done a really good job in helping our daughter... read more

    Nayeem Rahman Avatar Nayeem Rahman
    June 30, 2025

    My son joined Kgems in November 2020, when the nursery was newly opened. The settling in period was seamless! He quickly settled into the new setting and was eager to... read more

    Asma Rashid Avatar Asma Rashid
    June 10, 2021

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OUR ROOMS

At the heart of kGems Braintree is our farm and large outdoor environment, creating opportunities for children to experience nature in ways that simply cannot be recreated indoors.
Children will be able to observe animals, learn about their needs and, where appropriate, take part in carefully supervised, age-appropriate experiences that help them understand how we care for living things.
These everyday encounters provide wonderful opportunities for conversation, discovery and learning. Children can begin to understand where food comes from, notice changes in animals and plants, explore different textures and natural materials, and develop respect for the environment around them.
Our farm experiences also support important personal skills such as empathy, responsibility, patience and confidence. Whether watching an animal, searching for insects, planting and growing, splashing through puddles or simply having space to run and explore, children are encouraged to experience the outdoors with all their senses.
The farm is not an occasional activity or special visit, it forms part of the wider learning environment at kGems Braintree, allowing children to build meaningful connections with nature throughout their time with us.
Our Baby Room provides a calm, nurturing and welcoming environment where our youngest children can feel safe, secure and confident as they begin exploring the world around them.
Our experienced practitioners build warm and responsive relationships with each baby, working closely with families to understand individual routines, interests and developmental needs. Sensory play, music, movement, stories and open-ended exploration provide opportunities for babies to develop their communication, physical skills and emotional wellbeing at their own pace.
Babies are also introduced to the outdoors through carefully planned experiences in our garden. Fresh air, natural sounds, different textures and opportunities to observe the world around them provide rich sensory experiences and help establish a connection with nature from the very beginning.
Our Toddler Room is a lively and engaging environment designed for children who are becoming increasingly curious and independent.
At this exciting stage, children are encouraged to investigate, make choices and learn through hands-on play. Our practitioners provide a balance of child-led exploration and carefully planned experiences supporting communication and language, physical development, emotional wellbeing and growing independence.
The large outdoor environment gives our toddlers plenty of space to move, climb, investigate and discover. Nature and the farm provide endless opportunities for new words, questions and conversations as children begin to make connections between their experiences and the wider world.
From messy play and imaginative activities to exploring outdoors and learning about living things, every day offers something new to discover.
Our Preschool Room provides an inspiring environment where children can develop the confidence, independence and skills they need for their transition to school.
Following the Early Years Foundation Stage, our experienced practitioners provide a rich and balanced curriculum across all seven areas of learning. Children are encouraged to communicate their ideas, solve problems, develop early literacy and mathematical skills, build friendships and become increasingly independent learners.
Our farm and outdoor environment add another dimension to preschool learning. Children can investigate the natural world, observe change, ask questions and develop their understanding through real experiences. These opportunities naturally support areas such as Understanding the World, Communication and Language, Mathematics and Personal, Social and Emotional Development.
Through a combination of purposeful play, inspiring adult interactions and hands-on experiences, we aim to ensure that every child leaves kGems Braintree curious, confident and excited about the next stage of their learning journey.

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