
all of the staff are so friendly and kind- they take a real interest in the childrenGemma B(Mother of Child)

children grow in confidence and mindset throughout their time at the nurseryStephan E(Father of Child)

my child is being taken care of in a fantastic, caring and stimulating environmentU P(Mother of Child)

all of the staff are so friendly and kind- they take a real interest in the childrenGemma B(Mother of Child)

children grow in confidence and mindset throughout their time at the nurseryStephan E(Father of Child)

my child is being taken care of in a fantastic, caring and stimulating environmentU P(Mother of Child)

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.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Childbase Partnership
- Private Owned
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
- Monday07:30-18:30
- Tuesday07:30-18:30
- Wednesday07:30-18:30
- Thursday07:30-18:30
- Friday07:30-18:30
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 2 Inset Days
Parking
- Woodside Car Park is a five minute walk from the nursery.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) Reviews (135)
Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.860) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) has 135 reviews.
Both our daughters attend Highbury Lodge Day Nursery Hitchin; our first is now in pre-school and is having the best start to her next journey into a Primary School. The daily support and friendly nature of all the staff, has ensured she has really engaged with the learning elements, but also the...
Both our daughters attend Highbury Lodge Day Nursery Hitchin; our first is now in pre-school and is having the best start to her next journey into a Primary School. The daily support and friendly nature of all the staff, has ensured she has really engaged with the learning elements, but also the building of positive relationships, which she can take forward into her next adventure. Our second daughter has just moved into Ladybirds, where the transition was smooth and she instantly relaxed into the new environment. The improvements in her motor skills and language in such a short amount of time is down to the encouraging staff, they really can't do enough. The meals on offer are amazing and varied; they always come home having tried something new. They both also love all the outside space to be creative and have fun with their friends. Every day they go in excited and happy - what more could you want!
We absolutely love Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) and are so glad we chose to send our daughter here. I was worried about how sociable our daughter would be given the strange circumstances of her first year, having been born during a global pandemic. However, she settled into the caterpillars...
We absolutely love Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) and are so glad we chose to send our daughter here. I was worried about how sociable our daughter would be given the strange circumstances of her first year, having been born during a global pandemic. However, she settled into the caterpillars class relatively quickly and had a lovely relationship with her key worker there for the first few months. She transitioned into the ladybirds class at the start of this year and has flourished. She loves going to nursery and has made some lovely little friendships in her class. Her weeks are filled with activities and she comes home with new skills all the time, be it new movements to nursery rhymes or recently she has learned signing for thank you and more. All the staff, both classroom and office, are really caring and supportive and she adores her keyworker. The app updates are really helpful and keep us informed throughout the day. I highly recommend this nursery, it's wonderful.
We feel incredibly fortunate our son attends Highbury Lodge Day Nursery. From the very moment he started we felt he was in such safe hands surrounded by fantastic staff who are incredibly supported. From the team in the office to the practitioners in the room we couldn’t be more impressed with the...
We love the updates from an online app to show what he’s been up to and how he’s eaten. He always looks like he’s having a great day and we feel so assured he’s being well looked after. He loves the team who surround him and we feel he is learning so much every day he’s there. We are so happy he’s got a place there and can’t recommend it enough!
Both my son’s have attended Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin), with my youngest currently in the Ladybirds class. The practitioners are caring and professional and the management staff are very organised and friendly. We could not be happier with the care our children receive and would highly...
Both my son’s have attended Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin), with my youngest currently in the Ladybirds class. The practitioners are caring and professional and the management staff are very organised and friendly. We could not be happier with the care our children receive and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a nursery setting in Hitchin.
Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) are wonderful in all respects. They are fantastic at communicating with us, it feels like staff and parents work together as a team, and most importantly our kiddo loves it. She started this year after spending 18 months with a childminder and the practitioners...
Highbury Lodge Day Nursery (Hitchin) are wonderful in all respects. They are fantastic at communicating with us, it feels like staff and parents work together as a team, and most importantly our kiddo loves it. She started this year after spending 18 months with a childminder and the practitioners at Highbury made the transition so smooth and supportive.
Highbury lodge is by far the best nursery in the area. My daughter moved there from a different nursery and settled in really quickly thanks to the dedication and love of the staff. She goes full time and always looks forward to going to nursery. She can’t stop talking about her best friends and...
Staff is very professional and helpful and always very friendly.
They put an effort to be their best and you can tell they love what they do.
Initially I thought it was over the top counting calories but they do make sure my daughter has a balanced diet in terms of macro and micronutrients for which I am grateful..
We have been extremely happy with the care our daughter has received at Highbury Lodge, from when she joined as a baby to 'graduating' from preschool in the summer. The staff are always very attentive and take on board any feedback or request, nothing is too much trouble. During the pandemic,...
We have been extremely happy with the care our daughter has received at Highbury Lodge, from when she joined as a baby to 'graduating' from preschool in the summer. The staff are always very attentive and take on board any feedback or request, nothing is too much trouble. During the pandemic, communication around new processes and return to nursery was frequent and clear. The children are ready and supported for life after preschool and in fact, the teacher at my daughter's school has commented on the impressive level of preparation was able to observe, compared to children coming from other settings. The only aspect which perhaps is less strong is the size of outdoor space requiring children to take turns, but children are still given multiple opportunities to spend time outside each day. I would definitely recommend Highbury Lodge to other parents
Our children have loved attending Highbury Lodge. They...
Our children have loved attending Highbury Lodge. They have made so many friends and were always very happy to go to nursery. The nursery offers a safe environment for the children to learn and develop, and communication with adults (using the app and end-of-day handover meetings) is great! I was delighted to see how the staff set individual learning plans for their key children and the group activities reinforced this learning. The education provided at Highbury Lodge meant that our children were well-prepared for starting school.
We will miss everyone at Highbury Lodge and would absolutely recommend the nursery as it is outstanding!
Very professional staff who clearly enjoy working at Highbury Lodge. Always made to feel welcome and not just a number on the books. Our daughter really enjoyed her time at Highbury lodge and was always made to feel safe and happy, as a parent this gives you a real peace of mind.
Very professional staff who clearly enjoy working at Highbury Lodge. Always made to feel welcome and not just a number on the books. Our daughter really enjoyed her time at Highbury lodge and was always made to feel safe and happy, as a parent this gives you a real peace of mind.
Professional, secure and happy environment for all the children. Consistent service with long-standing staff members who seemed very happy to be working there. My child loved it there and made lots of friends.
Professional, secure and happy environment for all the children. Consistent service with long-standing staff members who seemed very happy to be working there. My child loved it there and made lots of friends.
Our children have enjoyed their time at Highbury Lodge. The nursery offers such a safe and welcoming environment which is reassuring for both parents and children. I would recommend Highbury Lodge to fellow parents as they focus on each child's specific needs so that they are able to develop and...
Our children have enjoyed their time at Highbury Lodge. The nursery offers such a safe and welcoming environment which is reassuring for both parents and children. I would recommend Highbury Lodge to fellow parents as they focus on each child's specific needs so that they are able to develop and enjoy their time in nursery.
My experience of Highbury has been extremely positive. My son's progress has been wonderful to see. He has been very happy there. The staff are so attentive to the needs of the children and the management team are quick to respond to any concerns or queries you have. I have found communication...
My experience of Highbury has been extremely positive. My son's progress has been wonderful to see. He has been very happy there. The staff are so attentive to the needs of the children and the management team are quick to respond to any concerns or queries you have. I have found communication about the children was really good even throughout Covid which could not have been easy. I would highly recommend this nursery.
My daughter has really enjoyed the three years she has spent at Highbury Lodge. She has been well supported in developing her self confidence and becoming more independent as well as learning literacy and numeracy skills in preparation for school. It is such a warm and welcoming nursery and my...
My daughter has really enjoyed the three years she has spent at Highbury Lodge. She has been well supported in developing her self confidence and becoming more independent as well as learning literacy and numeracy skills in preparation for school. It is such a warm and welcoming nursery and my daughter has been supported and encouraged to make beautiful friendships with her peers. The staff are amazing and are a credit to the company. They are friendly, supportive, full of energy and understanding to any situation which may arise. They are able to offer advice and always took into consideration what was best for my daughter. She was learning and having so much fun at the same time!
This is an excellent nursery. Our daughter attended for nearly one year after we moved to the area and before starting school. She settled very quickly and we’ve seen her confidence and knowledge grow through a wide mixture of activities, play and learning. The communication is great and the...
This is an excellent nursery. Our daughter attended for nearly one year after we moved to the area and before starting school. She settled very quickly and we’ve seen her confidence and knowledge grow through a wide mixture of activities, play and learning. The communication is great and the updates through the app/end of the day are frequent. Everything feels safe and organised. We’d definitely recommend the nursery and thank you for such a positive experience.
Thank you all.
Thank you all.
Our daughter attended Highbury Lodge Day Nursery since she was just under 3 year's old and stayed there up until reception. Once she started nursery we were quite concerned if she will get enough support since she was used to a childminder's undivided attention beforehand. She absolutely loved it...
Our daughter attended Highbury Lodge Day Nursery since she was just under 3 year's old and stayed there up until reception. Once she started nursery we were quite concerned if she will get enough support since she was used to a childminder's undivided attention beforehand. She absolutely loved it there. She had her keyworker assigned and formed such a great relationship not only with her peers but also with personel. The nursery used an online journal where all activities and achievements were published on a daily basis (including photos). This was great. Highbury Lodge Day Nursery is of the highest standard. As parents we saw our daughter being happy and always wanting to go back to nursery. The variety of activities, different learning, exploring is great. We absolutely recomend it! We're hoping our youngest one will be able to attend this nursery too!
Highbury Lodge is a top Hitchin nursery providing outstanding childcare. Our son has flourished immensely under their care, they give the kids 1:1 support and also work with them in groups. Their website with daily updates gives a glance of my child’s day and it always impresses me enormously. My...
Really many thanks to all of you for looking after our most valuable asset with so much care, attention and interest in his development. May long you continue your successful path on mentoring children!
Highbury Lodge Nursery and its staff provide a high quality and safe environment for the children to develop. Our child is really happy to go to nursery...
Highbury Lodge Nursery and its staff provide a high quality and safe environment for the children to develop. Our child is really happy to go to nursery every day. We strongly recommend Highbury Lodge Nursery.
Highbury Lodge is a fabulous nursery. Both of our boys have flourished! I would highly recommend it. The staff are caring and engaging and very tentative to the children's needs. I am always impressed by the menu each week. My little one loves the food!
Highbury Lodge is a fabulous nursery. Both of our boys have flourished! I would highly recommend it. The staff are caring and engaging and very tentative to the children's needs. I am always impressed by the menu each week. My little one loves the food!
My two children have both enjoyed Highbury Lodge. It’s very reassuring to know they are in safe hands and looked after by the Highbury Lodge family. It really does feel like a little family in the nursery. My youngest has lovely connections with the staff and children. The staff nurture while...
My two children have both enjoyed Highbury Lodge. It’s very reassuring to know they are in safe hands and looked after by the Highbury Lodge family. It really does feel like a little family in the nursery. My youngest has lovely connections with the staff and children. The staff nurture while supporting independence. I couldn’t recommend enough. The best choice we made. Thanks to all the lovely staff who make Highbury Lodge a happy place.
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News (6) & Events (0)
- 31 Jul 2025
Festivities were well underway at Highbury Lodge Day Nursery in Hitchin as proud colleagues and children marked the setting’s 25th birthday with a day of celebration. Decorated with balloon arches...
- 27 May 2025
Childbase Partnership has been awarded a coveted ‘Top 10’ position in the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025, ranking the company amongst the best employers in the...
- 03 Mar 2025
Childbase Partnership has topped the league tables for the second year running, maintaining the No.1 spot for the quality of Early Years care and education throughout its 44 day nurseries....
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Awards / Recognitions (22)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: Childbase Partnership
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: Childbase Partnership
- 28 Mar 2024Recipient: Childbase Partnership
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Kirsty is the Manager of Highbury Lodge Day Nursery and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector since 2010. Kirsty has a...
Kirsty is the Manager of Highbury Lodge Day Nursery and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector since 2010. 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.
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