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The baby room focuses on sensory experience for very young children, with features such as a bubble wall, a soft play area and in the garden, a grass tunnel, a Wendy house and slides. There are regular sports and education sessions to help children develop mentally and...
The House that Jack Built Nursery is located in Watford. Qualified and experienced staff provide care for children aged six months to five years.
The baby room focuses on sensory experience for very young children, with features such as a bubble wall, a soft play area and in the garden, a grass tunnel, a Wendy house and slides. There are regular sports and education sessions to help children develop mentally and physically. The toddler room builds on this with a bubble tube and an area dedicated to puzzles and construction. It also adds to the children’s sport and education sessions with additional weekly Spanish lessons. The pre-schoolers’ rooms have a garden and more educational resources to develop maths, literacy and social skills.
Parents are involved with their child’s care and invited to attend monthly parent meetings. Food is prepared onsite using fresh ingredients to provide nutritionally balanced meals. Parents can speak to staff about any dietary needs their child may have.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Minimum attendance
- 2 days per week
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesOwner
- Philbec Nurseries Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Phillippa Munns (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 16
Total Places for Children
- 42
Age Range
- from 0 years 6 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
YesOpening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & Christmas
Parking
- The nursery has onsite parking and it has parent/carer drop off bays.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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The House That Jack Built Nursery Reviews (90)
The House That Jack Built Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.950) out of 10, based on 32 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The House That Jack Built Nursery has 90 reviews.
We couldn't be happier with our son's nursery! He has been attending for the past 6 months and has settled in so well. He is always so happy to go in and gets so excited when we arrive, which gives us such reassurance that he is happy, comfortable and well cared for.
The staff are absolutely...
We couldn't be happier with our son's nursery! He has been attending for the past 6 months and has settled in so well. He is always so happy to go in and gets so excited when we arrive, which gives us such reassurance that he is happy, comfortable and well cared for.
The staff are absolutely fantastic - so warm, caring and attentive, and it's clear how much they genuinely care about the children. We also love receiving the daily photos and updates, which give us such a lovely insight into his day and all the fun he's been having.
The food is another big hit - our son absolutely loves it!
We feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful nursery and couldn't recommend the team highly enough. Thank you for taking such great care of our little boy and making nursery such a happy place for him!
Many thanks
Phillippa
We have had the best experience at THTJB with our daughter. She joined at 12 months and everyone there has been so kind towards us all.
The staff there constantly make all the efforts to make the days fun for the kids which I'm so grateful for. The nursery also provides a variety of foods...
We have had the best experience at THTJB with our daughter. She joined at 12 months and everyone there has been so kind towards us all.
The staff there constantly make all the efforts to make the days fun for the kids which I'm so grateful for. The nursery also provides a variety of foods throughout the day which is so good!
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a nursery which creates a sense of home for their child to thrive in!
Many thanks
Phillippa xx
Our little boy looks forward to his nursery days. He only does 2 half days but could probably do more. The nursery is very popular so there's a waiting list. He's always so excited to go. In the past he used to cry when going to another nursery, but we've never had tears here. The nursery is a very...
Our little boy looks forward to his nursery days. He only does 2 half days but could probably do more. The nursery is very popular so there's a waiting list. He's always so excited to go. In the past he used to cry when going to another nursery, but we've never had tears here. The nursery is a very caring environment. So much thought goes into the toys/ equipment they have. His key worker and other teachers are so lovely. We're very pleased.
Kind regards
Phillippa
Jan 2026 in the baby room and it's an amazing nursery. Her key worker has been fantastic. and so helpful. I was a little worried to send her to a nursery like all mothers but she's having so much fun and they do so many different activities and...
Jan 2026 in the baby room and it's an amazing nursery. Her key worker has been fantastic. and so helpful. I was a little worried to send her to a nursery like all mothers but she's having so much fun and they do so many different activities and celebrate all culture which is great for the little ones to learn and be exposed to.
I defo recommend this nursery and have recommend it already to friends and family.
Thank you so much for your amazing review, it really means a lot to us x
My son has been going to THTJB for coming up to a month now and I can say that every staff member that I meet is amazing. I can really see his progression in such a short period of time due to how brilliant the staff work at THTJB. The staff go above and beyond in supporting my son's daily needs....
My son has been going to THTJB for coming up to a month now and I can say that every staff member that I meet is amazing. I can really see his progression in such a short period of time due to how brilliant the staff work at THTJB. The staff go above and beyond in supporting my son's daily needs. There are aspects of his routine that I normally only handle myself, but the team manage everything so professionally and compassionately that I have absolutely no worries. It gives us real peace of mind. They prepare nutritious meals and at times my son refuses certain things they will always try alternatives until he eats. I honestly can't fault them.
Kind regards
Phillippa
My daughter has additional needs and the staff at THTJB have been absolutely fantastic. They constantly cater for her, take the time to feed back, use their initiative to try new things to make her feel happy and secure and are always looking for ways to help her. The managers are also brilliant...
My daughter has additional needs and the staff at THTJB have been absolutely fantastic. They constantly cater for her, take the time to feed back, use their initiative to try new things to make her feel happy and secure and are always looking for ways to help her. The managers are also brilliant and are so kind and approachable and nothing ever feels like an inconvenience. A truly wonderful, homely nursery where I feel my daughter is happy safe and thriving.
Many thanks
Phillippa xx
We love THTJB nursery, our child loves it and is always happy at the end of the day excited to tell us what she has done. There are good activities each week and it is all logged for us to see. The food also always looks great and my child always talks about what she has had and enjoyed.
We love THTJB nursery, our child loves it and is always happy at the end of the day excited to tell us what she has done. There are good activities each week and it is all logged for us to see. The food also always looks great and my child always talks about what she has had and enjoyed.
Many thanks
Phillippa xx
Everyone at the nursery was so warm and welcoming in the first month or so while she was settling in.
Her development has bloomed massively...
Everyone at the nursery was so warm and welcoming in the first month or so while she was settling in.
Her development has bloomed massively and watching her become a more confident independent little girl is the highlight of my life!
Thank you so much to everyone at THTJB.
Many thanks
Phillippa xx
The staff are amazing - kind, patient and genuinely invested...
The staff are amazing - kind, patient and genuinely invested in the children. They really take the time to understand each child as an individual, and we always feel reassured that our children are not only cared for, but truly known
Communication with parents is brilliant. Updates are clear and thoughtful, and we always feel informed and supported. Activities are engaging, creative and well balanced, both indoors and outdoors.
Leaving your children in someone else's care is a big thing, but this nursery gives us complete peace of mind. We feel incredibly lucky to have found them and would recommend them without hesitation.
Thank you for your kind words.
Many thanks
Phillippa xx
We decided to move my daughters nursery and we are so pleased we moved her at The House That Jack Built. From the management to the staff they have been wonderful and have been supporting my daughters developmental needs and updating us on these as often as they can. Nothing ever feels like too...
We always see the faces of the managers as well which is always reassuring as they also very easily approachable and available.
The staff that look after my daughters age are incredibly creative and keep her engaged as much as possible. They also send us lovely pictures of the week of what they have been up to. We couldn't thank them enough for this.
Many thanks
Phillippa :)
My little boy has a wonderful time at THTJB nursery. The staff organise lovely activities for the children and they always seem to be doing different things. So much effort goes into to organising extra activities like their Summer event and Santa visits, and it's really appreciated because it's so...
My little boy has a wonderful time at THTJB nursery. The staff organise lovely activities for the children and they always seem to be doing different things. So much effort goes into to organising extra activities like their Summer event and Santa visits, and it's really appreciated because it's so lovely enjoying those activities as a whole family, my eldest daughter (now at school) loves being involved.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, this is greatly appreciated.Many thanksPhillippa :)
We can see that our son is genuinely happy and safe in their care, which means so much to us as parents. The staff are warm, attentive, and nurturing, and they always take the time to consider our individual requests and needs. Their regular updates give us reassurance and help us feel fully...
We can see that our son is genuinely happy and safe in their care, which means so much to us as parents. The staff are warm, attentive, and nurturing, and they always take the time to consider our individual requests and needs. Their regular updates give us reassurance and help us feel fully involved in his daily experiences and progress. We are truly grateful for the dedication and care the team shows, and we feel very confident knowing our son is in such a supportive environment.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, this is greatly appreciated.Many thanksPhillippa :)
I am so happy with this nursery. It was hard for my little on settling in but the staff were so understanding and fantastic. I drop my son off knowing he is in safe and loving hands. The staff are amazing and I've seen my son develop so quickly since being here! He now runs off into their arms at...
I am so happy with this nursery. It was hard for my little on settling in but the staff were so understanding and fantastic. I drop my son off knowing he is in safe and loving hands. The staff are amazing and I've seen my son develop so quickly since being here! He now runs off into their arms at drop offs and says bye to me! Honestly this nursery is a blessing. I am so glad they had space for him.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, this is greatly appreciated.Many thanksPhillippa :)
I have two little ones at The House that Jack Built nursery. They have three classes and all of them are fantastic. The staff and management go the extra mile in everything they do. Highly recommend!
I have two little ones at The House that Jack Built nursery. They have three classes and all of them are fantastic. The staff and management go the extra mile in everything they do. Highly recommend!
Thank you for your lovely review, it is greatly appreciated.Kind regardsPhillippa
The house that jack built is a lovely nursery. The staff are caring, hard working and always have smiles on their faces. My little one loves going to the nursery and comes home happy every time. The food they provide is varied and nutritious. The staff provide regular updates on how your child is...
The house that jack built is a lovely nursery. The staff are caring, hard working and always have smiles on their faces. My little one loves going to the nursery and comes home happy every time. The food they provide is varied and nutritious. The staff provide regular updates on how your child is doing. They provide varied and extensive learning opportunities for the kids. Were glad we found this nursery and are able to send our little one here. I can easily recommend this nursery without a second though.
Thank you, that means alot to us. Many thanks
They are proactive in maintaining a safe and fun space for the...
They are proactive in maintaining a safe and fun space for the children, both indoors and outdoors, even utilising the wonderful open areas around the nursery for exploring nature.
My daughter has been going to THTJB for 6 months now and I have seen first hand how she has developed in that time. I wanted her to have a space to develop social skills with other children, without me, and her confidence has grown so much. She now explores and plays everywhere she goes. She is happy every time she comes home and through the weekly collages we can see what she's been up to first hand.
I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone!
P.S. As an added bonus the nursery sits in the securely gated BRE site, only those who should have access to the area do.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, it means so much to us.Kind regards
I am very happy with the quality of activities provided every day at the nursery. They offer a large variety of healthy food items. I can see my daughter not only enjoys her time there but also learns a lot. She herself brings books to us to read and tells us she's using her phonics. It's a great...
I am very happy with the quality of activities provided every day at the nursery. They offer a large variety of healthy food items. I can see my daughter not only enjoys her time there but also learns a lot. She herself brings books to us to read and tells us she's using her phonics. It's a great nursery.
Thank you for your lovely review, it means a lot to us. Kind Regards
My child loves the nursery. They have the children's welfare and happiness as top priority. It has a very caring environment and is not business-like at all. The staff seem to have a good relationship with each other and they never have temp staff so the children are always comfortable. Constantly...
My child loves the nursery. They have the children's welfare and happiness as top priority. It has a very caring environment and is not business-like at all. The staff seem to have a good relationship with each other and they never have temp staff so the children are always comfortable. Constantly renovating and improving.
Good morning. Thank you for your review, your feedback means a lot to us. Kind Regards
Every adult who works there, we have come into contact with, has answered any questions and...
Every adult who works there, we have come into contact with, has answered any questions and also helped to settle us in too as parents.
There are great activities arranged for the children which are always varied and interesting and clearly carefully thought out and considered, which as parents, we appreciate.
There is great, thorough communication about day-to-day nursery life, means we are always updated.
Thank you very much for everything that you do.
Good morning. Thank you so much for your amazing review, it really means a lot to us. Kind Regards.
The facilities are great, the children have a lot of variety of activities to do during the day....
The facilities are great, the children have a lot of variety of activities to do during the day.
The food is fantastic and is of great quality and variety.
Good morning. Thank you so much for your amazing review, it really means a lot to us. Kind Regards
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Meet the Team (3)

I’ve been in childcare for over 20 years, and I...
Hello, I’m Phillippa and I’m one of the Managers at The House That Jack Built nursery in Watford.I’ve been in childcare for over 20 years, and I honestly love my job and wouldn’t do anything else.
I am level 3 and 5 childcare qualified.
I’m also the Senco, DSL, and I love learning and developing my childcare knowledge.

I’ve been in childcare for over 20 years, and I love...
Hello, I’m Becky and I’m one of the Managers at The House That Jack Built Nursery Watford.I’ve been in childcare for over 20 years, and I love being there to support and encourage the children.
I have a level 3 childcare qualification.
I’m also the Senco, DSL, and I love learning and developing my childcare knowledge.

I’ve been in childcare for over 10 years, and I love being...
Hello, I’m Emma and I’m the Deputy Manager at The House that Jack Built Nursery, Watford.I’ve been in childcare for over 10 years, and I love being there to support and encourage the children.
I have a level 3 childcare qualification.
I’m also the Senco, DSL, and I love learning and developing my childcare knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions about The House That Jack Built Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that The House That Jack Built Nursery accepts?
The House That Jack Built Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is The House That Jack Built Nursery Open?
The House That Jack Built Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.
How many Children does The House That Jack Built Nursery have capacity for?
The House That Jack Built Nursery has capacity for a total of 42 Children.
How far is The House That Jack Built Nursery to the centre of Watford?
3.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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