“Our son has been at Destiny Haven for 2.5 years (has been attending since he was 1 year and will go until he goes to school). Our experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The staffing has been consistent since he joined, with responsive key workers who meet us regularly throughout the year for updates.”
St. Benet Fink Church Hall, Walpole Road, N17 6BH
Nursery in Haringey for babies and young children
If you're looking for childcare in Haringey, Destiny Haven is based right here at St. Benet Fink Church Hall on Walpole Road, in the heart of N17. We're well-connected by bus and easy to reach whether you're commuting from Tottenham, White Hart Lane, or Bowes Park. Come and see what we've built for your child.
Why families choose us
Our approach
What sets us apart is how we work. Every child has a key person who really knows them, not just in passing but genuinely. We're rooted in Christian values and community, which means we welcome families of every faith and background. That foundation shapes everything we do, from how we settle children to how we support families through the early years.
In practice
We're rated Good by Ofsted, and we accept both 15 and 30 hours funded childcare. Our settling programme moves at your child's pace, and if they need more time to feel secure, we extend sessions at no extra cost. You'll know what your child has done each day through our parent app, and our team, led by a Qualified Early Years Teacher, brings years of experience and genuine care to the role.
For families in Haringey
Haringey families often choose us because we feel like part of the community, not separate from it. Parents tell us they appreciate knowing their child is with staff who've been here, who know the local area, and who see settling a child as a partnership with you, not just a box to tick.
Address
St. Benet Fink Church Hall, Walpole Road, N17 6BH
Phone
07717 666 788Opening hours
7:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
Ages
3 months to 12 years
Ofsted
Rated Good
Funding
15 & 30 hours accepted
Getting here
We're at St. Benet Fink Church Hall, Walpole Road, N17 6BH, and we're easy to reach from across Haringey. Buses 123, 144, 217, 231, 243, 444, and 617 all run within 600 metres of us, making the commute straightforward whether you're heading in from Duckett's Green, Bounds Green, Noel Park, or Bruce Grove. If you prefer to walk, we're roughly a 15-minute walk from Wood Green station.
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Ofsted Rated Good
What our families say
Real feedback from parents who have trusted us with their children's early years.
“A beautiful, caring environment where children truly feel safe, supported, and loved. From the outside the building may not look particularly impressive, but once you step inside it is a completely different story – warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully set up for the children.”
“Our son has been attending Destiny Haven for almost three years and he absolutely loves it! He has made great friends, he learns quite a lot and the staff are so welcoming and kind. They regularly keep in touch with us to provide information on how he is progressing and they also have days where parents can come to the nursery and see what the children do during their day. Would highly recommend this nursery to any parents with young children!”
See it for yourself
Visit one of our nurseries
A show-around is the best way to feel whether we are right for your family. Meet our team, explore the spaces, and ask us anything about how we support your child.
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Things parents ask us
Common questions
Destiny Haven is located at St. Benet Fink Church Hall, Walpole Road, N17 6BH. We're in central Haringey and easy to access by bus, with routes 123, 144, 217, 231, 243, 444, and 617 all within 600 metres of the nursery. If you're walking, we're around 15 minutes from Wood Green station.
Yes, we accept both 15 and 30 hours government funding. We work flexibly with funded hours to fit your family's routine, and you can discuss session structures with us when you visit. Our team can explain how funding works alongside any additional sessions you might need.
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years old. Our spaces are designed for each age group, with appropriate areas for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children, and we follow the EYFS curriculum to support development at every stage.
Our Good Ofsted rating reflects that inspectors found we provide safe, secure care with good practice in early learning. In day-to-day terms, that means you'll notice our experienced staff, the thought we put into activities and settling, and how seriously we take safeguarding. You'll also see a consistent approach to how we support each child's individual needs.
We never rush settling, and our approach is tailored to your child's pace. Before your child starts, we'll have a key person call to get to know your family. Then we run a 10-day settling programme with gentle, short visits that build up gradually. If your child needs more time to feel genuinely happy and secure, we extend sessions at no extra cost. When you visit, we'll walk you through this process and answer any questions.
Ofsted registered, inspected, and rated Good
Inspected by Ofsted so you can be confident in the care we provide.
"Leaders and staff create a happy and safe environment for children. They become deeply engaged in their play and consistently build on what they know and can do"