Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin)

11 Highbury Road, Hitchin SG4 9RW
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9.8 131 Reviews
  • Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin), Hitchin
Highbury Lodge Day Nursery is set in a beautiful converted Victorian building, with spacious interiors and adaptable play areas.

Activities are designed by highly trained practitioners in line with EYFS principles.

Strong parent partnerships are promoted within the nursery with parent partnership meetings and a fully inclusive package as part of the service. They have also achieved an Eco-Schools Green Flag award by implementing 'Green initiatives' within the nursery.
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Funding & Fees

Our fees include all consumables such as formula milk, nappies, nappy cream, baby wipes, sun cream, freshly prepared well-balanced meals throughout the day and all activities. Our full fee information is available to download on our website.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kirsty Rose (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 42

Total Places for Children

  • 83

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 2 Inset Days

Parking

  • Free parking is available onsite.

Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) Reviews (131)

9.8

Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.816) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) has 131 reviews.

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Review from David R (Father of Child) published on 5 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with this nursery. Our son is nearly two and absolutely loves going in each day, which says everything!


The staff are fantastic, warm, caring and genuinely invested in the children. He has built a wonderful relationship with his key worker and all the staff members there, even

talking about them when he's at home, which is really reassuring as parents.


The app updates throughout the day are brilliant, keeping us informed on meals, sleep, and we love receiving the photos showing all the fun moments from the things they do each day. There's always a great variety of engaging activities that they get up to!


It's such a comforting feeling knowing he is happy, settled and thriving in such a nurturing environment. We would highly recommend this nursery to any parent!

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Review from Kirsty H (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Highbury since she was 11 months old and absolutely loves it. All of the staff are so kind, caring and nurturing. They make a great effort to learn every child's name, their siblings names and take an interest in their life outwith nursery. The skills, both motor and speech,
that she has developed are fantastic and have been commented on by friends and family. She has opportunities to try different activities, meet different people and try different food that we wouldn't be able to achieve at home. I feel very lucky that she gets such good care in such a fun and caring environment from such wonderful staff.
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Review from George K (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has had a great experience over the last 18 months at Highbury lodge. We arranged plenty of settling in sessions that allowed him, and us as parents, to feel comfortable and relaxed with the environment and staff. He has always enjoyed going to nursery and they provide a wide range of activities
that have really helped him to develop and grow, and provided tailored support where needed. We have also been very happy with the food on offer, which seems to be very well balanced and varied. All the staff are very approachable, build great relationships with the children and seem to really enjoy their jobs. It's always lovely to chat with them at the end of each day to hear about what they have been up to.
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Review from Rachael F (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highbury lodge is an outstanding nursery. The staff are all so friendly, supportive and caring. They have built such a good relationship with our child, and we completely trust them. The facilities are great and the rooms are constantly changing to include new toys and activities, and the staff really
go above and beyond to help the children to enjoy their time, play and learn. Our child has developed so much since going to Highbury lodge. The admin and management team are great and so approachable.
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Review from Sarah A (Mother of Child) published on 25 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has been attending Highbury for over 2 years. A key feauture of this setting is the deep understanding of child development which is at the core of everything. The mix of newer to long-standing staff means that the children benefit from the expertise of some deeply knowledgeable practitioners.
The staff genuinely care deeply for the children and enjoy their work which we believe to be of utmost importance in a nursery.


The child-lead approach has boosted our daughter's confidence and independence and we feel she learns a lot from the setting. For example, the team have supported her eating and she has become more adventurous with food over time.


While not experience has been perfect, the staff have always listened to us and responded thoughtfully. Overall, we're very pleased with the care provided.

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Review from E G (Mother of Child) published on 23 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highbury Lodge have been amazing from day one in supporting our little who transitioned from an childminder setting into their pre-school setting as they prepare for reception.


The staff in the rooms as well as in the office are always soo welcoming, they really care for the welfare of every child

and work hard to help them each thrive. There are different activities on each day to keep the kids engaged all while readying them for the next steps in life. We love that they engage with seasonal events too.


Our little one always goes skipping in each morning and we can thank the staff enough for their support.

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Review from J R (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A lovely nursery, if a little dated on decor and equipment. Key worker staff are brilliant, a real credit to the nursery. They are always willing to take the time to debrief and discuss your child's day with you.


Positives - excellent communication with staff, feels like the children do a range

of activities within the nursery and you are kept abreast of their development. Key workers are really creative in bringing interests to the fore. Food seems to be varied with a lot of vegetables.


Negatives - the actual nursery is very inflexible with the days/times/sessions you can book for. You have to pay for full days and any changes take 6 weeks to implement. One of the most expensive in Hitchin but not sure what extra you get for this. Activities seem to be very internally focused e.g. no trips, no forest school etc. so it does feel a bit repetitive for the children. Some of the rooms are pretty packed with children on peak days

Reply from Lauren Clarke, Home Manager at Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin)Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and for your lovely comments regarding our team & it means a great deal to us and we will pass your feedback on. Some of the areas mentioned such as our booking policy and room availability are set at a company-wide level and reflect the fact that we are currently at full occupancy across the nursery. This does mean we have very limited scope for flexibility, as our rooms are consistently running at capacity with very little movement day-to-day. We would really appreciate the chance to meet and discuss this in more detail & we will make sure to reach out to you directly but please feel free to contact us anytime. Thank you again.
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Review from Melissa R (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had a wonderful experience with this nursery, having entrusted both our daughters to their care over the years. Most recently, our youngest daughter has absolutely thrived. From her very first settling-in session to each room transition thereafter, she was consistently welcomed with genuine warmth
and kindness, quickly feeling at home in the nurturing environment the team works so hard to create. Her development has been remarkable, and it's been a joy to watch her grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity each day.
The nursery itself is vibrant and engaging, with well-planned activities that support meaningful learning and development. The care provided by every member of the team - from the amazing key workers and room leaders to the friendly and incredibly supportive office staff - has been exceptional. We're so grateful for the care our daughters have received and would wholeheartedly recommend this exceptional setting to any family.
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Review from Hayley H (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son joined Highbury Lodge in October 2023, firstly in Caterpillars room and now Ladybirds. We have been delighted with his experience so far. The care and attention shown to him on a daily basis means that he has grown into a confident, kind and happy toddler! We feel very well supported as parents
too - all developmental hurdles have been navigated expertly and professionally by the team. Our son's language, creativity, socialising and all round learning has been propelled by the support of all staff at the nursery. We love receiving updates of his day, linked to framework indicators so we can further develop his learning at home. He genuinely loves going to nursery every day and talks constantly about his friends and the staff at the end of his day. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly and it is clear that staff have taken the time to get to know our son. He is thriving at Highbury Lodge.
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Review from Zoe D (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot say enough positive things about Highbury Lodge! From the start every effort was made to ensure my daughter settled in and I was given multiple settle sessions. This was invaluable and a key reason she has gotten on so well there as we were given this opportunity to do it gradually. I know
from experience that this is not offered by other nurseries and it felt personalised for us. My daughter has clearly bonded with several of the workers in her room which is lovely to see. I can see how much the activities have helped her develop and what she has learned. I also appreciate that she was not forced onto one nap until she was ready. I have been impressed by the food and the updates which make my day when I am at work. The staff always chat during pick up/drop off and all seem to know my daughter well. Whenever I have needed to contact the nursery I have received same day responses and they've been so helpful around the government funding. An amazing place all round!
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Review from Bhavik P (Father of Child) published on 8 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started nursery September 2024 (3 days) at 12 months of age. Very surprised to see him happily settling in a months time. Team offers tailored approach.
Menu is recently revised and is fantastic.
Nursery delivers valuable information through weekly newsletter and team is very knowledgeable
and patiently delivers daily child's update during pick-up. Nursery app delivers child's daily update and Learning and development plan.
Nursery engages in regular extra-curricular activities.
Only downside limited space in garden for younger children, equipped with fewer garden toys.
Expensive though for obvious services as above, could only secure 3 days.
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Review from Nick H (Father of Child) published on 8 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We now have our second daughter at Highbury Lodge and she's loving it as much as our first. Both made great leaps in their learning, creativity and confidence as a result of the superb staff and teaching. Each time they moved up a class I've been worried about the teachers they're leaving behind, but
every time the new teachers have been just as caring and supportive. It's worth pointing out that the excellence goes throughout the nursery with the office, kitchen and all other staff just as good. A brilliant nursery.
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Review from J R (Father of Child) published on 15 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has grown so much since being at Highbury Lodge. She has been attending the nursery for about a year and a half and the two rooms she has been in so far have been amazing. The staff are incredible and provide wonderful experiences for her. I really enjoy hearing about her day and reading
the updates online of her development.
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Review from Poppy C (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one, Highbury Lodge have gone above and beyond in the caretaking of our child. All of the staff members are warm and welcoming and any queries are always dealt with in a highly professional manner. During his time at the nursery, our son has developed a great love of learning through the carefully
planned activities offered throughout the setting and his confidence and independence have flourished. All of the team show a fantastic knowledge and understanding of education in the early years and I am filled with happiness to watch my child enter the nursery, knowing that each day he is shown kindness and respect, whilst embedding important values under the gentle guidance of the practitioners. Each room is well resourced and reflects the specific learning taking place throughout the week, with set tasks to inspire. We are so thankful to have secured a place at Highbury Lodge and know that this is a fantastic investment for his wellbeing and future. Keep up the fantastic work!
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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children are excited every morning to go to nursery. My eldest is now in Bumblebees and started in Caterpillars when 9 months old and my youngest started in Caterpillars a couple of months ago. The staff are very caring and genuinely fond of the children. The nursery is very child-centric
and the children are welcome to explore the entire nursery including the office and all of the staff actively engage in conversations with the children. They do a range of fun age appropriate activities in each room and my eldest was fascinated by the hatching chicks that were in the nursery foyer last spring. We are really pleased that we chose to send our children to Highbury Lodge Day Nursery and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to other parents.
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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our child has been greatly supported throughout his years at Highbury. His Key worker has been amazing as has all the staff.
The food is brilliant and the resources, including the garden, have been well stocked with lots of fun things to do.
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Review from A A (Father of Child) published on 2 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves Highbury Lodge in Hitchin. He's kept very busy and is always encouraged to learn new things and be active. The care workers are professional and diligent, and he gets excited about returning to nursery after a weekend.
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Review from Michelle S (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am delighted with the service from Highbury Lodge Day Nursery. My two girls are treated with the same care and love as at home and they learn so much from the team. Our baby is overcoming her separation anxiety and our toddler has learned how to write Mummy! Such a great team. Couldn’t thank them
enough for all they do.
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Review from Gemma B (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery, all of the staff are so friendly and kind- they take a real interest in the children and are constantly inventing new fun and educational activities for them, we are always impressed by the range of things they do!
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Review from Daniel S (Father of Child) published on 22 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son loves Highbury!
Highbury Lodge has been a big part of my son’s life since 8 months old.
All the staff and management have gone above and beyond to provide the best care and learning opportunities for our son.
A big thank you to our son’s current key person who we think is amazing and always
goes that extra mile to give him the best experience possible.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.816)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.816) out of 10 for Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.841 for Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) is calculated as follows: ( (194 Excellents x 5) + (28 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 226 Ratings = 4.841
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.975 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.975
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 83 number of registered child places is 16.6, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Kirsty

Kirsty Rose

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2023

Kirsty is the Manager of Highbury Lodge Day Nursery and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for 13 years. Kirsty has a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education.


What is your favourite feature of your nursery?


A home-from-home environment with very natural, loose parts resources allows children to use their imaginations and be curious.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
The passion that drives the team to provide exceptional care, alongside stimulating activities with invitations to play for our children individually.

Frequently Asked Questions about Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin)

What is the Age Range of Children that Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) accepts?

Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) Open?

Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) have capacity for?

Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) has capacity for a total of 83 Children.

How far is Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) to the centre of Hitchin?

0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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