Nursery & Pre-School in Purfleet
Nursery & Pre-School in Purfleet
⭐ Rated Good by Ofsted · Open 52 weeks a year
A warm, playful and safe place for children from 3 months to 5 years to learn, grow and make friends. Charity-run and caring for local families since 2000.
Ofsted Rating
Good in every area at our latest inspection
Opening Hours
52 weeks a year
Closed bank holidays
Age Range
Four rooms, each planned for its age group
Funding
Funded places for eligible families
Welcome to The Butterfly Rooms
The Butterfly Rooms (Incorporating Woodlands) is a charity-run, Ofsted Good nursery and pre-school in Purfleet, caring for local children since 2000. We welcome babies and children from 3 months to 5 years, 52 weeks a year, from 8am to 6pm.
Through play, outdoor learning and caring key workers, we help every child build the confidence, friendships and skills they need for school. We offer 15 and 30 hours funded childcare for eligible families across Thurrock, Essex and East London.
Our Rooms
Each room is planned around the age and stage of the children in it, with its own team, newsletters and photo gallery.
3 months to 2 years
A calm, cosy baby room for safe exploration, sensory play, tummy time and those very first steps.
2 to 3 years
A busy, creative toddler room building language, friendships and independence ready for pre-school.
3 to 4 years
Our pre-school room, nurturing independence, creativity and early learning skills.
4 to 5 years
Getting rising fives school ready with early reading, numbers, science and teamwork.
Why Families Choose Us
Good across quality of education, behaviour, personal development and leadership. Read our reports.
Every child has a key person and a buddy, building strong, trusting relationships so they feel safe, settled and understood.
Fresh air, nature and discovery, right next to Rainham Marshes and the River Thames.
Our SENDCo works with families and professionals to support every child. Find out more.
Trained Designated Safeguarding Leads and part of Operation Encompass. Learn more.
A not-for-profit nursery, run for the children and families of Purfleet since 2000.
15 and 30 hours funded places for eligible families, plus private places for everyone else.
For Parents
Questions
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years across four rooms: Little Explorers (3 months to 2 years), Alice's Attic (2 to 3 years), Little Acorns (3 to 4 years) and Little Caterpillars (4 to 5 years).
We are open Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, 52 weeks a year. We are closed on bank holidays.
Yes. We offer 15 hours for eligible 2 year olds, 15 hours universal funding for all 3 and 4 year olds, 30 hours for eligible working families, and funding for eligible working families with children from 9 months. Private places are also available.
Of course. We would love to show you around. Use the enquiry form or call us on 01708 863 737 to book a visit.
We are on Tank Hill Road, Purfleet, RM19 1TA, a 10 minute walk from Purfleet station and close to the A13, M25 and Lakeside.
Yes. Our SENDCo works closely with families, key workers and outside professionals to plan the right support for every child.
We have a lovely nursery uniform available from Uniformwise. It is not compulsory, but many families find it practical for everyday play.
Book a Visit
The best way to get to know us is to visit. Send us a message and we will get back to you to arrange a time that suits you.
The Butterfly Rooms (Incorporating Woodlands)
Tank Hill Road, Purfleet, RM19 1TA
The Butterfly Rooms (Incorporating Woodlands)
Tank Hill Road
Purfleet, Essex
RM19 1TA
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
Open 52 weeks a year
© 2026 The Butterfly Rooms (Incorporating Woodlands) Ltd. All rights reserved.
Registered Charity No. 1148068 · Company No. 7984150 · Ofsted URN EY453859 · Tank Hill Road, Purfleet, RM19 1TA
