
The fantastic team have all played such an important role in such a crucial stage of my son's life,Kelly O(Mother of Child)

Such a caring and fun environment. My son comes home really happy after a day there.Jaap V(Father of Child)

I have never met a more loving and truly wonderful team.Sarah B(Mother of Child)

The fantastic team have all played such an important role in such a crucial stage of my son's life,Kelly O(Mother of Child)

Such a caring and fun environment. My son comes home really happy after a day there.Jaap V(Father of Child)

I have never met a more loving and truly wonderful team.Sarah B(Mother of Child)

Located on the outskirts of Berkhamsted, the nursery is in the perfect setting; nestled amongst vast green space to optimise outdoor learning; and only 5 minutes from the A41 for busy parents travelling to and from the nursery. The setting follows a Montessori approach to education, which prioritises the growth and development of each child, in a supportive and engaging space designed for them to learn and thrive.
The nursery...
Located on the outskirts of Berkhamsted, the nursery is in the perfect setting; nestled amongst vast green space to optimise outdoor learning; and only 5 minutes from the A41 for busy parents travelling to and from the nursery. The setting follows a Montessori approach to education, which prioritises the growth and development of each child, in a supportive and engaging space designed for them to learn and thrive.
The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes; inspired by the Montessori approach, fostering meaningful connections between children and the world around them and helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.
The large outdoor garden allows the children to move freely between the indoor and outdoor environments. Outside, the children are free to explore nature; making use of the bird hide and willow den as well as tending the vegetable plot and growing their own plants. The large covered outdoor classroom also allows children the opportunity to access the curriculum in a different environment.
Inside, the nursery is complete with 5 main age-appropriate rooms. Each room is carefully designed and equipped with resources to encourage age-appropriate learning and development.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- The Old Station Nursery
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jan Weall (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 22
Total Places for Children
- 102
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 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 & Christmas
Parking
- There is a large car park for parents and visitors to use.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Sunhill Day Nursery Berkhamsted Reviews (144)
Sunhill Day Nursery Berkhamsted has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sunhill Day Nursery Berkhamsted has 144 reviews.
My son has been at Sunhill Montessori Berkhamsted since he was 6 months (he is now 3). Having experienced other nurseries with my older child, Sunhill Montessori Berkhamsted is far and away the best provider. Staff are kind and committed to helping the children thrive and have fun. The outdoor...
Staff seem well supported by a fantastic Manager who combines humour, efficiency and competence alongside seeming to know every child. A fantastic nursery.
Although our daughter has only been at nursery for a few weeks, we are encouraged by how she is settling in. We are happy to have chosen Sunhill Montessori and the staff have been friendly, confident and professional.
Although our daughter has only been at nursery for a few weeks, we are encouraged by how she is settling in. We are happy to have chosen Sunhill Montessori and the staff have been friendly, confident and professional.
I am extremely happy with the way my daughter has developed in her year at Sunhill Montessori. She does a wide range of activities each day, which she really enjoys and which help to develop her skills. The staff are helpful and friendly and she has built a strong bond with her keyworkers and other...
I am extremely happy with the way my daughter has developed in her year at Sunhill Montessori. She does a wide range of activities each day, which she really enjoys and which help to develop her skills. The staff are helpful and friendly and she has built a strong bond with her keyworkers and other staff members and really seems to enjoy her days at nursery.
Since 5 and 1/2 months old, my son has been attending and all his carers have been just like mummies to him. He thoroughly enjoys his days at nursery/preschool. Can't point out anything to fault!
Since 5 and 1/2 months old, my son has been attending and all his carers have been just like mummies to him. He thoroughly enjoys his days at nursery/preschool. Can't point out anything to fault!
My daughters are thriving at Sunhill Montessori. I love the staff and the outside space. they are super flexible with our unusual attendance pattern and we have noticed a huge improvement in my youngest's language skills since starting.
My daughters are thriving at Sunhill Montessori. I love the staff and the outside space. they are super flexible with our unusual attendance pattern and we have noticed a huge improvement in my youngest's language skills since starting.
My little boy is extremely confident and can be quite a handful. His keyworker understands him, takes the time to listen and discipline or cuddles as the situation needs. He always looks forward to coming in for the activities and play with his friends. We are extremely pleased with his progress...
My little boy is extremely confident and can be quite a handful. His keyworker understands him, takes the time to listen and discipline or cuddles as the situation needs. He always looks forward to coming in for the activities and play with his friends. We are extremely pleased with his progress and the attention he gets. The Manager is absolutely fantastic and the nursery wouldn't be the same without her.
Our daughter started at Sunhill Montessori when she was turning 9 months and from the first day, settled really well. Her carers and keyworkers know her so well and put so much effort into her care. They particularly put so much effort into settling her when she started as she was difficult to take...
With my daughter at Sunhill Montessori, I have 100% confidence in her care and can work worry-free.
All the staff are wonderful and friendly and we can really see the difference in our child, especially in his confidence.
All the staff are wonderful and friendly and we can really see the difference in our child, especially in his confidence.
Very supportive staff throughout. Sometimes I have felt that some broader, more in-depth knowledge of the impact of changes (particularly staff changes) and transitions may have been beneficial. Overall, sensitive, supportive and wonderful staff and management.
Very supportive staff throughout. Sometimes I have felt that some broader, more in-depth knowledge of the impact of changes (particularly staff changes) and transitions may have been beneficial. Overall, sensitive, supportive and wonderful staff and management.
He absolutely loves it, the garden being his favourite.
I have seen a great change in his abilities since starting. He has gained many new skills and is very confident.
All staff are caring and considerate of the child's individual needs.
He absolutely loves it, the garden being his favourite.
I have seen a great change in his abilities since starting. He has gained many new skills and is very confident.
All staff are caring and considerate of the child's individual needs.
I am so pleased with Sunhill. It is such a lovely, friendly nursery. The staff are all so professional and genuine. The activity output is also very good and creative.
I am so pleased with Sunhill. It is such a lovely, friendly nursery. The staff are all so professional and genuine. The activity output is also very good and creative.
I am incredibly happy with the nursery. It is a loving and professional environment - a tone and standard very much set by the top. The team is very accommodating of my requests and questions and my daughter's development is evident. I would recommend the nursery to any friends or family.
I am incredibly happy with the nursery. It is a loving and professional environment - a tone and standard very much set by the top. The team is very accommodating of my requests and questions and my daughter's development is evident. I would recommend the nursery to any friends or family.
Sunhill is a fantastic nursery. My daughter really enjoys her time here and I leave her each day knowing she is in safe hands.
Sunhill is a fantastic nursery. My daughter really enjoys her time here and I leave her each day knowing she is in safe hands.
The staff are amazing and have taken great care of my children. Both children have had lots of fun and made some lasting friendships. The outside space is a real bonus with all the possibilities that it offers in terms of activities.
The staff are amazing and have taken great care of my children. Both children have had lots of fun and made some lasting friendships. The outside space is a real bonus with all the possibilities that it offers in terms of activities.
My daughter enjoys nursery and likes all of the staff. She is learning and progressing her interpersonal skills in a fun and informal setting. The outside space is amazing and the nursery makes good use of it in all weathers.
My daughter enjoys nursery and likes all of the staff. She is learning and progressing her interpersonal skills in a fun and informal setting. The outside space is amazing and the nursery makes good use of it in all weathers.
We have been really happy with the way Sonhill has supported my child (and us) in settling into the new environment. We have found the staff to be very friendly and understanding of our needs, allowing us to call to find out how she is and reassuring us that she is fine. Her key worker communicates...
We have been really happy with the way Sonhill has supported my child (and us) in settling into the new environment. We have found the staff to be very friendly and understanding of our needs, allowing us to call to find out how she is and reassuring us that she is fine. Her key worker communicates to us both verbally and through her 'daily diary'. It is wonderful to hear about what she has been exploring and learning. Although it has taken her a while to settle, it is wonderful to see her become calmer and happier when dropping off and picking up, it is clear that she feels safe with them.
Seeing her table manners improve at home as a result of the boundaries nursery clearly set when eating together during sessions has also been wonderful to see.
Very helpful and friendly staff. The nursery manager is lovely. My son is very happy playing there. He is well-looked after. They offer a variety of food with well-cooked meals. My son's key workers have been excellent. He likes them a lot. When they are not there, other staff can always tell me...
Very helpful and friendly staff. The nursery manager is lovely. My son is very happy playing there. He is well-looked after. They offer a variety of food with well-cooked meals. My son's key workers have been excellent. He likes them a lot. When they are not there, other staff can always tell me about what he has been doing and how he has behaved. They are positive and encouraging. The outside space is great.
I cannot thank the staff and management at Sunhill Montessori Berkhamsted enough for helping my little boy to settle at nursery. He was not coping well but with their care, flexibility and understanding he is beginning to enjoy his time. He has a great room with a variety of toys and a wonderful...
I cannot thank the staff and management at Sunhill Montessori Berkhamsted enough for helping my little boy to settle at nursery. He was not coping well but with their care, flexibility and understanding he is beginning to enjoy his time. He has a great room with a variety of toys and a wonderful garden which is perfect for burning off toddler energy. In addition to being wonderful with the children, the staff have shown such care and compassion towards me as a teary Mum struggling to let go!
We have loved Sunhill Montessori for our daughter. We always felt confident that she was cared for with kindness. She always had a wonderful time at the nursery. She particularly loved the range and varied outside space and time to play and explore outside every day. The manager and her team are...
We have loved Sunhill Montessori for our daughter. We always felt confident that she was cared for with kindness. She always had a wonderful time at the nursery. She particularly loved the range and varied outside space and time to play and explore outside every day. The manager and her team are dedicated to the care of the children and to the success of the nursery as a whole. I have been extremely happy.
The manager and the whole team have been utterly fantastic throughout our whole time at the nursery. Not only looking after our daughter but also myself!! They have been so kind and patient and nothing has been too much trouble. Their enthusiasm, kindness and patience has really helped us to settle...
The manager and the whole team have been utterly fantastic throughout our whole time at the nursery. Not only looking after our daughter but also myself!! They have been so kind and patient and nothing has been too much trouble. Their enthusiasm, kindness and patience has really helped us to settle really well. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
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News (14) & Events (1)
- 27 Apr 2026
We are delighted to share that The Old Station Nursery has once again been recognised as one of the Top 20 Nursery Groups in the UK by Daynurseries.co.uk for 2026....
- 08 Apr 2026
Our 1-minute school-readiness check-in, created by Early Years (EYFS) professionals, gives you a helpful snapshot of how prepared your child is to start school. Once you’ve completed it, we’ll send...
- 17 Dec 2025
The Old Station Nursery is proud to announce that it has raised £11,971 for Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity during the first year of its official charity partnership, strengthening connections across...
- 09 Oct 2026Organiser: Sunhill Day Nursery Berkhamsted
Awards / Recognitions (8)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: The Old Station Nursery
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: The Old Station Nursery
- 28 Mar 2024Recipient: The Old Station Nursery
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