“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 near Alexandra Palace in North London
If you're working near Alexandra Palace or raising a family in the N8, finding reliable childcare within reach of the park and Wood Green is a priority. Destiny Haven is just a short bus ride away on Clarendon Road, with plenty of routes connecting the two. We'd love you to visit and see how we work with families across this part of Haringey.
Why families choose us
Our approach
What makes a nursery feel right is knowing your child is genuinely known by their key person, not just looked after. We've built Destiny Haven around that principle. Our team stays consistent, so when your child arrives each morning, they see familiar faces who understand their temperament, their interests, and what they need to feel secure. We're rooted in Christian values, but that translates into practice as care that respects every family we work with, whatever their background or belief.
In practice
We're rated Good by Ofsted, and we accept both 15 and 30 hours funded childcare so families can build a session pattern that suits their work. We've also promised never to rush settling. If your child needs longer than ten days to feel genuinely happy at nursery, we extend the programme at no extra cost. We know starting nursery is huge for the whole family, so we move at your child's pace.
For families in Alexandra Palace
Alexandra Palace families often tell us they chose us because the commute works and the community feels local. You're not driving across London or relying on childcare that doesn't fit your routine. We're part of your neighbourhood, and we take that responsibility seriously.
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
Destiny Haven is on Clarendon Road in N8, a five to ten minute bus journey from Alexandra Palace depending on which route you take. The 121, 123, 141, 144, 184, 221, 230, 232, 29, 329, 41, 67 all run nearby, plus the night buses N29 and N41. If you're travelling by tube, Turnpike Lane on the Piccadilly Line is the closest station, about a fifteen minute walk away.
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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
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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
We're based at 32 Clarendon Road, N8 0DJ, which puts us within easy reach of Alexandra Palace and the surrounding areas of Haringey. The 121, 123, 141, 144, 184, 221, 230, 232, 29, 329, 41, 67 buses all run near us, so families from Alexandra Palace can get here without a long commute. If you're using the tube, Turnpike Lane on the Piccadilly Line is about fifteen minutes away on foot.
Yes, we accept both 15 and 30 hours Government funded childcare. We work with families to build sessions that fit around work and other commitments, so you can mix funded hours with additional paid sessions if needed. We invoice through our parent app, so you'll always see what's booked and what you're paying for.
We take children from 3 months right through to 5 years old. Our rooms are designed for different age groups, with bright spaces that feature a creative arts studio, library corners, and calm areas for rest. As children grow, we move them through our EYFS curriculum at their own pace, combining child-led play with specialist phonics and language programmes like LEEP and Wellcomm.
We're rated Good by Ofsted, which reflects our consistent approach to safety, education, and knowing each child well. In practice, that means you'll see a qualified Early Years Teacher leading our team, daily safety checks before children arrive, and staff who are DBS checked and trained in safeguarding. Most importantly, it means your child has a key person who knows them and communicates with you every single day through our app and at pick-up.
We never rush settling. We start with a key person conversation before your child's first day so we understand what they need, then we move through our settling programme at their pace. If they need more than ten days to feel genuinely secure, we extend the sessions at no extra cost. To visit us or book a settling place, get in touch through our website or ring us on 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday. We're open year round and would love to show you around.
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"