# Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone.

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. is a full-day nursery at Tender Cubs, 136 High Road Leytonstone, London, E15 1UA, in Cann Hall, Waltham Forest. It is registered for 34 children and takes children aged 3 months to 5 years. It opens 07:30–18:30, Mon–Fri. It has a Google rating of 4.6 from 16 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Tender Cubs Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tendercubs-preschool-and-day-nursery-leytonstone-2794604  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Tender Cubs, 136 High Road Leytonstone, London, E15 1UA
- Ages: 3 months to 5 years
- Opening hours: 07:30–18:30, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 34
- Meals included: yes
- Phone: 020 8127 7274
- Website: https://www.tendercubs.com/
- Run by: [Tender Cubs Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/tender-cubs-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2794604

## 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 August 2024 (Reference 2794604). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2794604)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2794604)
- Registered places: 34 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2794604)

## Fees

| Age | Per hour |
|---|---|
| All ages | £8 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 11-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

Source: nursery website (https://www.tendercubs.com/s/TendercubsWrittenStatementofFeesCharges2025_26.pdf), 11 November 2026.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 07:30–18:30
- Ages: 3 months to 5 years
- Sessions: per hour

## Getting there

Address: Tender Cubs, 136 High Road Leytonstone, London, E15 1UA

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.551690,0.006008

- Station: Maryland, 0.3 miles
- Station: Leyton, 0.6 miles
- Station: Stratford (London), 0.7 miles
- 10 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Jubilee Gardens, 0.2 miles
- Park: Langthorne Park, 0.2 miles
- Park: Chandos Road Open Space, 0.3 miles
- Park: Forest Lane Park, 0.4 miles
- Park: Major Road Open Space, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.1 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Waltham Forest there are about 3.5 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: 4.6 out of 5 from 16 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

The nursery's website says it uses a play-based EYFS curriculum and early phonics, and describes itself as an inclusive setting. Activities named on its website include sports coaching and cooking activities.

- Play-based EYFS curriculum (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)
- Early phonics (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)

### Food

Meals are included in the fees. Its website says the nursery has an allergy-aware kitchen and provides breakfast and healthy snacks.

- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Meals included in fees (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Breakfast provided (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/school-meals)
- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/s/Menu.pdf)

### Outdoors

According to its website, the nursery offers daily outdoor play, regular park trips, local outings and trips, and has a growing or allotment area.

- Daily outdoor play (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Regular park trips (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)
- Growing / allotment area (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)

### Settling in

Deposits and the first week's fee must be paid before the child starts, before the settling-in period begins.

- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/whatweoffer)
- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Early drop-off (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Late pick-up (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Small group sizes (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/leytonstone-branch)
- Holiday club (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/whatweoffer)
- After-school club (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/whatweoffer)
- Breakfast club (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/whatweoffer)

### SEND and inclusion

- Inclusive setting (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/british-values)

### Safety

Its website names a secure entry system and CCTV as security measures.

- Secure entry system (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- CCTV (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/faqs)
- Online learning journal (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)
- Pram storage (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/leytonstone-branch)

### Extras and activities

- Sports coaching (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)
- Cooking activities (source: nursery website, https://www.tendercubs.com/our-curriculum)

### Getting a place

Its website says to start by visiting the Enquire Now page, choose your local branch, then complete the enquiry form or contact the nursery to arrange a tour and secure a place. The notice period to leave is 4 weeks.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (February 2023) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| The Jenny Hammond Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (February 2023) |  | 0.2 miles |
| St Francis' Catholic Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (Improving) (May 2024) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Downsell Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Good (November 2023) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Colegrave Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Outstanding (October 2023) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Ronald Openshaw Nursery School | Nursery | 2–4 | Outstanding (May 2023) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Buxton School | All-through | 3–16 | School remains Good (June 2023) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| St James' CofE Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (March 2023) | yes | 0.6 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Happy Niños Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/happy-ninos-day-nursery-2729587) | Good | £70 | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Cutie Pies Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cutie-pies-nursery-ey561730) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Busy Angels Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/busy-angels-day-nursery-2669311) | Report card Mar 2026 |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Zikora Day Nursery And Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/zikora-day-nursery-and-preschool-ey556763) | Good |  | 07:00–19:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Stepping Stones Childcare Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/stepping-stones-childcare-limited-2718899) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [N Family Club Leytonstone](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/n-family-club-leytonstone-2781177) | Requires improvement |  | 07:00–19:00 | 0.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. cost?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. publishes these fees: per hour £8 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### What are Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone.'s opening hours?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. opens 07:30–18:30, Mon–Fri.

### What ages does Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. take?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. takes children aged 3 months to 5 years.

### How many children can Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. take?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. is registered with Ofsted for up to 34 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone.?

Yes. Meals are included in the fees at Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone..

### Who runs Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone.?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. is run by Tender Cubs Limited, which runs 4 nurseries.

### What approach does Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. follow?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone.'s website describes its approach as: Play-based EYFS curriculum and Early phonics.

### Does Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. have outdoor space?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. lists: Daily outdoor play, Regular park trips, Growing / allotment area and Local outings and trips.

### Does Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. support children with SEND?

Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone. lists: Inclusive setting.

### What is the nearest station to Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone.?

Maryland is the nearest station we know of, 0.4 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Tendercubs Preschool and Day Nursery, Leytonstone.?

You can call 020 8127 7274 and visit www.tendercubs.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2794604)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.tendercubs.com), as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.tendercubs.com/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Tendercubs+Pre-school+and+Day+Nursery%2C+High+Road+Leytonstone.&query_place_id=ChIJ8woC65mn2EcR0pv1m1Tkt3k)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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