Imbiba invests in leading UK-day-nursery operator Nannie Annies
Imbiba invests in leading UK-day-nursery operator Nannie Annies Day Care to support expansion
Imbiba is pleased to announce a strategic investment in Nannie Annies, the much-loved early years nursery group based in Northeast London.
A nursery built around community
Founded by Patricia Gray, Nannie Annies has earned a reputation for its high quality, nurturing environment, creative learning approach, and strong relationships with parents. The team focuses on building confidence, independence and curiosity in every child, all within a friendly, home-from-home setting.
With consistently high occupancy, an Ofsted “Outstanding” rating, a committed staff team and strong local support, Nannie Annies is now looking to grow beyond its current sites in Woodford and South Woodford while staying true to the values that have shaped it.
What the Investment Will Enable
Imbiba has a long track record of helping high-quality, community-focused businesses scale with care. The team saw something genuinely special in Nannie Annies, from its ethos and leadership to the strong outcomes it delivers for children and families. Imbiba’s funding will help back Nannie Annies’ next phase of growth, targeting new openings in high-demand catchment areas.
Why Imbiba is backing Nannie Annies
Nick-Raj Birdi, Investment Manager at Imbiba, commented:
“Nannie Annies is exactly the kind of purpose-driven business we love to support. Patricia has built an extremely strong culture, a talented team and a clear vision for the future. We are thrilled to be partnering with her to bring Nannie Annies’ unique approach to more communities.”
Looking Ahead
Patricia Gray, CEO and founder of Nannie Annies, said:
“This is a really exciting moment for us. We have always believed in creating warm, inspiring nurseries where children feel valued and supported. Partnering with Imbiba means we can bring that to more families, without compromising on our quality of our service. We are committed to keeping our community ethos at the heart of everything, and we are excited about our planned developments, including a new flagship site due to open in Buckhurst Hill in 2026; watch this space!”