“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.”
32 Clarendon Road, N8 0DJ
Nursery in Hornsey: A Safe, Values-Led Space for Your Child
If you're looking for childcare in Hornsey, Destiny Haven is just a short trip away on Clarendon Road in N8, within easy reach of Turnpike Lane and Alexandra Palace. We're a purpose-designed nursery that's become part of the local community since 2017, and we'd love to show you around what we've built here.
Why families choose us
Our approach
What makes Destiny Haven different is the way our team gets to know your child as an individual. Your child will have a key person who truly understands them, and you'll be part of that relationship from day one. We're rooted in Christian values, but we welcome families of every faith and background. The relationship between you, your child, and us is what drives everything we do.
In practice
We're rated Good by Ofsted, and we accept both 15 and 30 hours of government funding. Our settling approach is unhurried: if your child needs more time to feel genuinely happy and secure, we extend the programme at no extra cost. You'll get daily observations via the Famly app, termly progress reports, and an open door to chat anytime. Our team is led by a Qualified Early Years Teacher with experience and continuity that families really notice.
For families in Hornsey
Hornsey parents often appreciate that we're close enough for a straightforward commute but part of a real North London community rather than a chain. Families from round here tend to value the kind of nursery where their child is known by name, where settling happens at their pace, and where staff stick around. That's what we offer.
Address
32 Clarendon Road, N8 0DJ
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
From Hornsey, you can reach us via buses 29, 41, 121, 123, 141, 144, 184, 221, 230, 232, 329, N29, N41 or N91, all within 600 metres of our Clarendon Road address in N8. Turnpike Lane station is nearby if you're travelling by tube. Most Hornsey families find the journey straightforward whether they're walking, bussing, or combining transport with their commute.
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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 Nursery & Pre-school is located at 32 Clarendon Road, N8 0DJ, just on the edge of Hornsey towards Turnpike Lane. We're easy to reach by bus (routes 29, 41, 121, 123, 141, 144, 184, 221, 230, 232, 329, N29, N41, N91 and W4 all run within 600 metres), and Turnpike Lane station is nearby if you're using the tube. Many Hornsey families find it's a straightforward journey as part of their daily routine.
Yes, we do. We're set up to work with both 15 hours and 30 hours government-funded childcare, so you can structure your sessions in a way that works for your family. You'll manage your funding and invoicing through our parent app, so everything is transparent and easy to track.
We care for children from 3 months right through to 5 years old, so we can support your child through several stages of early childhood. Whether you need full-time care from a baby stage, or part-time sessions as they approach school, we've got the experience and space to look after your child.
Our Good Ofsted rating reflects what parents see day to day: staff who are trained, experienced, and genuinely invested in your child's development. You'll notice familiar faces, consistent routines, and a team that knows your child well enough to spot what they're interested in and build on it. Daily safety checks, secure entry systems, and DBS-checked staff mean your child is in a properly managed environment.
We never rush settling. Your child will be assigned a key person before their first day, and we'll have a chat with you to understand what helps them feel safe. We typically work through a 10-day settling programme, but if your child needs longer to feel genuinely happy and secure, we extend those sessions at no extra cost. It's about building trust at your child's pace, not the nursery's.
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"