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Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Watford Junction Station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 1AB
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Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction, Watford
Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction, Watford

Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction is right in the heart of the centre of the town and is based on one of the platforms of Watford Junction train station, making it ideal for commuting parents and their families.

They are big on safety which is why ALL their staff are paediatric first aid trained. They have 5 Little Pioneers who help to share their core values with...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Jodie McCarthy(Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 57

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday07:00-18:30
  • Tuesday07:00-18:30
  • Wednesday07:00-18:30
  • Thursday07:00-18:30
  • Friday07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • Parking is available pay and display.

Funding & Fees

(0-2) Full Day £97.00 / Short Day £92.00 / School Day £72.75 / Half Day £60.75

(2-3) Full Day £92.25 / Short Day £87.50 / School Day £69.25 / Half Day £57.50

(3-5) Full Day £88.50 / Short Day £84.00 / School Day £66.50 / Half Day £53.75

Short Day 8am-6pm & School Day 9am-3pm also offered

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9.8

Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.826) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction has 67 reviews.

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Review from V T (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We've loved the last year in Little Creators! It's been such a supportive and friendly environment, all the staff are amazing, especially our key worker and room leader. The detailed handover at the end of the day and wow moments are great, we couldn't be happier there.

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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter loves this nursery, attending from the age of 7months old. The baby room is lovely with sensory, tactile toys for the babies to explore and then the toddler room and activities move them on in their understanding of the world. The staff are friendly, eager to adapt to children's individual sleep/diet needs where possible and serve a fair selection of healthy food.

My daughter is naturally shy but runs into nursery, is upset to leave even after a long day and has formed genuine bonds with the staff and some peers. Sadly, she's now moving on to "big school" nursery.

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Review from Ela C (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We are extremely happy with the care and support our child receives at the nursery. The staff are friendly, professional, and create a warm and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive.
A special mention to Kremy, who has been wonderful with our child. Her kindness, patience, and dedication have made a real difference, and it is clear how much she cares about the children in her care. We have seen our child's confidence and development grow, and we are very grateful for all the support she provides.

We would highly recommend this nursery to other families.

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful review. We are all very proud of the work we do with all of our children and your satisfaction makes all the difference.

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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We have had a wonderful experience with this nursery and would definitely recommend to other families. We were well supported through the settling in process, and since then our daughter has been really happy attending and well looked after. The staff are brilliant and make lots of effort to create a wide variety of activities for the children which are both educational and fun. The nursery building itself is lovely, it was refurbished a couple of years ago and has good sized classrooms and a big playground. We are grateful for all the help from the staff in encouraging our daughter's development and we will really miss the nursery and the team!

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

thank you so much for your personal review. It really means the world to us to have made such a positive impact on your experience and myself and my team couldn't be happier.

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Review from Alexandra M (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to this lovely nursery and pre-school.
My son is here for more than a year already and has made such a positive impact .
All members of staff are so supportive , caring , loving and welcoming .
Also I will like to thanks Little Creators-Room Manager who from the very beginning she has shown exceptional kindness, care , and compassion towards all the children . She treats every child with warmth, patience, and genuine affection, making them feel safe , valued, and happy every day .
She constantly goes above and beyond her role, always taking time to understand the children's individual needs and ensuring they receive the best possible care.
Her dedication is remarkable making a wonderful environment where children can learn and grow. It is clear that she loves what she does, as well as all the other staff.

Dear Co -op Little Pioneers thank you for endless care, support and dedication. You make a difference every day.

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Dear Alexandra, thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us. Your feedback means so much to us as well helping others feel confident in choosing us.

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Review from C Z (Mother of Child) published on 29 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Kremy is an exceptional nursery teacher who goes above and beyond for every child in her care.
From supporting toilet training, dressing independently, and dummy weaning, she has encouraged and praised our daughter every step of the way, helping her grow in confidence and independence.
Her kindness, positivity, and genuine understanding of each child's individual needs shine through in everything she does.
Her handovers are always thoughtful and valuable, and she creates fun, engaging activities that make every day a wonderful learning experience.
She is truly amazing, and our daughter absolutely adores her. Our family could not praise her more highly or be more grateful for the incredible impact she has had.

Thank you, Kremy!

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you for such a positive and personal review of one of my team, Cristina. Thank you also for noticing the effort our team put into their work. We couldn't be happier to receive such a glowing review.

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Review from Luana H (Mother of Child) published on 26 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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I cannot thank enough Little Pioneers for the lovely time they provide to my adorable son. Recently he doesn't want to go home, as he loves his peers. His social life is improving so much, as he has so much fun every day. The activities provided to him are so interesting that he's becoming more and more curious and this is great to see in a child. The staff is lovely and very caring. I can't recommend Little Pioneers more.

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Dear Luana, we genuinely appreciate your fantastic review. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us.

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Review from Alexander A (Father of Child) published on 22 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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The biggest endorsement is my daughter looks forward to going to nursery everyday, loves her carers and friends there. So much effort and care is put in to ensure the kids are well taken care of, their social and emotional needs are fulfilled and attention is paid to their overall development in a holistic way

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you for your review Alex. We're very grateful for your support and your honest feedback. The team work very hard everyday and your recognition is greatly appreciated.

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Review from Nicolla F (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My baby started with little pioneers in January at 10 months old. I was extremely anxious about leaving him with total strangers and it was a really difficult transition for me going back to work. The team were so understanding, supportive and reassuring. I would get daily pictures as soon as he settled which really gave me an opportunity to relax a little knowing he was settling pretty quickly after I left him. Fast forward 2 months and I honestly couldn't be more grateful. He is a totally different boy - so confident and happy! A huge mention to some of Shea's favourite staff members - Emily, Asmaul, Leela and Zainab - thank you guys so much for taking such good care of Shea!

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear that you're having such a positive experience with us. Your feedback means so much to our team and I will endeavour to pass on your kinds works to them all.

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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has just started at the nursery, and the settling in process has been great. The staff have been amazing with him and have really helped him, and me, to feel comfortable and happy. It's very reassuring to know he's in such great hands. I'm really pleased with our experience so far and would definitely recommend the nursery to other parents

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you so much for your review. I am so pleased your experience so far has been such a positive one.

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Review from M J (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been attending Co-op Watford Junction Nursery for the past three years, and we couldn't be happier with the care she has received. The staff are incredibly supportive, nurturing, and attentive to each child's individual needs. They focus on her overall development, encourage her interests, and continuously help her grow in confidence and skills. The nursery offers a wide range of engaging indoor and outdoor activities that contribute to the children's all-round development. We are truly pleased and grateful to all the nursery staff for their dedication and the wonderful environment they create every day.

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you for your review. We are always striving to provide the best care we can for each individual family so this review means a lot.

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Review from Limahl M (Father of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at this nursery for a couple of months now and he is having a great time. The staff are friendly, warm and have a great understanding of what a toddler needs to develop. I'm so glad my son is here, I go to work with a great sense of peace of mind. Thank you for all you do

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Review from A C (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Would have no issues recommending this place to any parents.
The staff have been absolutely wonderful throughout with our daughter which has definitely made the whole process much more seamless.

The early starts of 7am work brilliantly for my work commute and the communication from staff to parents is consistent.

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Review from Anuj K (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely professional and well-managed nursery! Our experience here has been fantastic. We are an Asian family with a 3-year-old, and from the very beginning, we felt welcomed. The nursery takes care of every little detail, from a safe entrance and well-equipped playrooms to regular communication updates through their app.
The management truly makes parents feel included, and the way they welcome and settle children so comfortably is commendable. They keep us informed about all key moments throughout the day with child-specific updates, which is very reassuring.

The nursery is clean, hygienic, and well-maintained. Highly recommend!

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you for such a wonderful review. Myself and the team work very hard to ensure all of our families feel welcome, secure and most importantly happy. Thanks again.

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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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Great nursery and staff that continue to go above and beyond!

My daughter has been attending for over 3 years and enjoys everyday there, the staff have consistently supported her with her development.

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you so much for such a glowing review. I hope we continue to meet all of your expectations and we look forward to welcoming your youngest to the nursery very soon!

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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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I'm still in awe as how well established this nursery is. The peace of mind i have when I leave my baby every morning is unheard of. I definitely did not expect to feel at ease and much less him adapting so quickly and well to being apart from us. This is all thanks to the brilliant and knowledgeable staff that makes him feel welcome, loved, heard and safe. We could not have chosen a better nursery. From the staff to the management, everyone is a true star.

I recommend them a 100000%. Ah! It's also great for commuters which is a plus. It's all advantages with them.

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you for such a touching review. Building trust with our families is paramount to us and we pride ourselves in developing strong relationships with all of our families. Thank you once again.

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Review from Y V (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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We are extremely happy with our overall experience, and the staff have been exceptionally kind. The cleanliness and quality are top-notch. The location is convenient for commuters, making it an ideal choice. We would highly recommend it to anyone in Watford.

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Review from E J (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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I have been seeing constant improvement in my son’s behaviour since he started nursery in Co-op Childcare. The ladies are very caring and involved. The schedule is flexible when needed as well. My son is really excited to go there!

Reply from Jodie McCarthy, Manager at Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

Thank you for such a lovely review. All of the team here at Watford Junction take immense pride in the care they provide our children. Thanks again.

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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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The loveliest staff ever. My child absolutely adores running in every day and has the best time and I am happy knowing he is so well looked after. They are professional, caring and always helpful. Couldn't recommend more.

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Review from H O (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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My son adores the nursery and I couldn’t be happier with the care he’s received. My son has learned so much since he started at Watford Junction Co-op and is truly thriving. Staff are really supportive and have helped me manage a few difficult behavioural phases like biting and “no” which has been so incredibly helpful. The nursery also has a great balance between structured days for the children and allowing children to flourish freely. Can’t recommend this nursery enough and shoutout to all the amazing staff who care for the children as if they were their own.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction

What is the Age Range of Children that Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction accepts?

Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction Open?

Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction is open: Monday 07:00-18:30, Tuesday 07:00-18:30, Wednesday 07:00-18:30, Thursday 07:00-18:30, Friday 07:00-18:30.

How many Children does Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction have capacity for?

Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction has capacity for a total of 57 Children.

How far is Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Watford Junction to the centre of Watford?

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

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