# 1st Friends Nursery

1st Friends Nursery is a full-day nursery at 100 High Street, Canvey Island, SS8 7SQ, in Canvey Island, Essex. It is registered for 33 children. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 7 reviews (October 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/1st-friends-nursery-2844563  
Last checked 30 October 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 100 High Street, Canvey Island, SS8 7SQ
- Registered places: 33
- Phone: 01268 219096
- Website: https://www.1stfriendsnursery.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 2844563

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since October 2025 (Reference 2844563). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844563)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844563)
- Registered places: 33 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844563)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: 100 High Street, Canvey Island, SS8 7SQ

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.522618,0.597969

- 8 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Canvey Dyke, 0.3 miles
- Park: Paddocks, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Water park, 0.4 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Essex there are about 2.9 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews (as of 30 October 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 2–11 | Good (February 2024) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Lubbins Park Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (February 2025) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Leigh Beck Infant School and Nursery Academy | Primary | 2–7 | School remains Good (Improving) (March 2024) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Leigh Beck Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Report card (April 2026) |  | 0.8 miles |
| St Katherine's Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (July 2024) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| William Read Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Standards maintained (April 2025) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Winter Gardens Academy | Primary | 2–11 | Report card (June 2026) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Canvey Primary School and Nursery | Primary | 3–11 | Good (November 2023) | yes | 1.1 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Just Imagine Day Nursery - Canvey Island](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/just-imagine-day-nursery-canvey-island-ey545732) | Good |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Roland Lodge Daycare The Hub](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/roland-lodge-daycare-the-hub-2843639) | Good |  |  | 0.3 miles |
| [Little Tewkes Nursery & Childrens Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-tewkes-nursery-and-childrens-centre-ey342933) | Good |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [The Kids Playhouse Day And Afterschool Care](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-kids-playhouse-day-and-afterschool-care-2589212) | Good |  |  | 0.7 miles |
| [Play Planet Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/play-planet-pre-school-ey545238) | Outstanding |  |  | 0.9 miles |
| [Pumpkins Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/pumpkins-day-nursery-402106) | Report card Jan 2026 |  |  | 1.0 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many children can 1st Friends Nursery take?

1st Friends Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 33 children at any one time.

### How do I contact 1st Friends Nursery?

You can call 01268 219096 and visit www.1stfriendsnursery.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2844563)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 30 October 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=1st+Friends+Nursery&query_place_id=ChIJLVVY8w3b2EcRXVwB53Svcqw)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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