Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey

1-3 Altham Gardens, South Oxhey, Watford WD19 6HJ
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  • Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey, Watford
Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey is hidden away in the heart of South Oxhey and their nursery provides a safe and nurturing environment.

Their ParentZone app keeps mums and dads informed about life at nursery with things like photos from their day, assessments, meals eaten and even toilet training progress! They are big on safety which is why ALL their staff are paediatric first aid trained.

They are Green eco schools accredited, a programme that sees children lead the way in making little changes that deliver big environmental differences. They are big on happy children which is why they have areas for growing food (and eating it), regular visits to local care homes and take care of each other and the world.

They have 5 Little pioneers who help share their core values with children such as encouraging them to be independent to making a difference in the world.

At Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey there are 3 rooms within the nursery split into the following age groups: one room for 3 months – 20 months, one room for 20 months - 3 year olds and one room for the 3-5 year olds. The nursery has its own garden area which has a separate area for the 3-20 month olds, allowing the younger children to access the outdoor areas whenever they want to. The garden has a protective canopy so that the children can access the outdoors whatever the weather.

The setting had its last Ofsted inspection in January 2023 where it was graded Outstanding.

Funding & Fees

(0-2)Daily £90.25 / Half Day £55.00 / 5 full days £398.25


(2-3)Daily £86.25/ Half Day £52.50 / 5 full days £380.25


(3-5)Daily £80.00 / Half Day £49.50 / 5 full days £358.50

Government Funding accepted

Contact Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey to get a personalised quote.

Contact Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Georgia Fitzwater (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 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 & Christmas

Parking

  • You are able to park on the street just outside the nursery. There are no parking restrictions

Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey Reviews (146)

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Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey has a Review Score of 10 (9.972) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey has 146 reviews.

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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going for two years now and we are very happy for choosing this nursery. All the staff are very friendly and trained. The environment is very calm, they always are busy doing activities, I can see an improvement in my daughter's skills every week. I really recommend.
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Review from B P (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is becoming more confident with other children, more aware of his surroundings and singing along to songs which he learnt at the nursery. He is so happy every time I pick him up and drop him off, he loves it.
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Review from Safina C (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Co-op Childcare Day Nursery since he was 10-months-old. He is now 3 and a half. He settled in very quickly and that is due to the wonderful and supportive staff there. There is a delightful and welcoming atmosphere as soon as you walk through the door!
My son's speech has come along
significantly and he is always doing interesting and engaging activities which clearly help with his development. He comes home happy and full of exciting stories about his day! The communication is brilliant and the nursery constantly updates me throughout the day which is always reassuring. The staff are enthusiastic, friendly and caring and my son has developed strong bonds with his keyworkers. It is clear he feels safe and secure there. The staff are always accommodating and flexible. I will be sending my 5-month-old daughter there in a few months and am excited for her to join her brother in such a positive and happy environment. Thank you for all that you do!
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Review from Louise E (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you to the amazing team at the Co-op Childcare Day Nursery for the childcare you provide to our daughter who started 6 months ago at 3.5 years and also our son who was 12 months. The nursery provided a settling in period which made me feel very relaxed and less anxious. The management and staff
are all very friendly. Both our children really enjoy going to the nursery and are very happy there. Our eldest daughter has made some lovely friends and talks about the children and the staff often. The nursery provide a variety of good food which is freshly prepared onsite and both my children enjoy the food. Thank you all at Co-op for the wonderful childcare you continue to provide to our children.
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Review from Kiran J (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such an amazing nursery.
My daughter has been here since she was 8 months. The meals are healthy and varied. The staff are friendly and helpful, they really show how much they care about the children and their well-being.
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Review from Zoe A (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to the nursery for over a year now and he loves it! He looks forward to going in. He has made friends there and always talks about them at home. He also loves his teachers and looks forward to seeing them and telling them about his weekend! My other son will be starting there soon
and have no doubt he will settle in like my eldest.
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Review from Laura G (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so happy with this nursery/preschool.
I’ve always felt safe with leaving my children and all the staff are so kind and caring. The boys are always learning new things and this makes me feel really happy.
Thank you to you all.
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Review from Daniel T (Father of Child) published on 24 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very accommodating for my child especially during difficult circumstances.
My boy loves going to nursery.
Great help with potty training.
The staff are always smiling and make you feel comfortable.
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Review from Pratibha K (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery is quite appropriate for parents as well as children. The staff takes a lot of interest in taking care of the child. Very pleased with their efforts to settle my daughter. She got all the care that they could give in my absence.
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Review from Simone M (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very worried about my son moving to a new nursery but the whole team at Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey have been absolutely amazing and I wish we had made the change sooner. My son settled so quickly into his new routine and I feel confident every day that I am leaving him in good hands.
He is much healthier at this nursery so I feel it is much more hygienic. I love that there is an onsite chef. I love how transparent everyone is, and I also love all of the weekly/monthly activities and charity activities that the nursery participates in.
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Review from Ilana B (Mother of Child) published on 24 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a great nursery, my little girl loves it here. She’s been since she’s turned 1 year old and now at 4 years old she has grown and developed so well. The meals are fantastic, being so healthy and varied. All the staff are friendly and helpful, showing they really care about the children and their
wellbeing.
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Review from Lincon D (Father of Child) published on 24 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 19 months son goes to Co-operative Childcare Day Nursery, he loves it, he enjoys the activities, staff are nice and friendly and they always update us on everything. I am happy that my son is attending this nursery. I would recommend this nursery to others.
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Review from Laura L (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely staff and my child is really happy there, meals are good and healthy, good methods used for learning. All is provided from nursery such as nappies so no worries for parents, great communication through the app and emails. Always available to accommodate requests.
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Review from Nikolett K (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the nursery. My daughter enjoys her days there. She has lots of friends. Her development is going well because of the support of the staff. We highly recommend the place for our friends.
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Review from Sarah G (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has the best time. She learns so much and always has exciting stories to tell me when she gets home. All the staff are so lovely. It’s a great setting for children. As a parent I know I can just pick up the phone if I have any worries.
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Review from Oliver S (Father of Child) published on 27 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great team staff and management - and excellent hot meals included cooked on-site by the chef. Plenty of opportunities for children to play and learn both inside and outside in the gardens. Recommend.
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Review from Bhavin P (Father of Child) published on 27 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I definitely recommend this nursery as they have got very hard working staff and they take excellent care of my little one. They also keep us up to date on a daily basis through their mobile app. Keep up the great work nursery team.
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Review from Kerry E (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff and nursery. My child loves it here and has really developed. After a few viewings, it was a place where I had that feeling and knew I would be happy leaving my child here and that he would be looked after. Can't recommend them enough!
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Review from Soumya H (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is in the butterfly room and we are very pleased with the way he has changed after joining the nursery. He started speaking from no words to sentences. Polite and friendly nature. Socialising with others. We are happy with the nursery and would definitely recommend to our friends in the area.
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Review from Tushar N (Father of Child) published on 19 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our kids have been at Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey branch and we are extremely happy with the care taken. We will be happy to recommend to any parents living in the area if they need help with childcare.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.972)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.972) out of 10 for Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.972 for Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey is calculated as follows: ( (279 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 287 Ratings = 4.972
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Co-op Childcare Watford South Oxhey is based on 24 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 + 0.025 = 4
    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 60 number of registered child places is 12, which has been reached with 24 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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Meet the Team (5)

Georgia

Georgia Fitzwater

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2018

My name is Georgia and I am the Nursery Manager.

Hannah

Hannah

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023

My name is Hannah, I am the deputy manager.

Diana

Diana

Job Title: Room Manager Joined: 2022

My name is Diana and im the Room Manager of our Ladybird Room 3 months - 2 years

Sarah

Sarah

Job Title: Room Manager Joined: 2020

My name is Sarah and I'm the Room Manager for our Butterfly Room 2-3 years.

Sarah. C

Sarah. C

Job Title: Room Manager Joined: 2018

My name is Sarah and I am the Room Manager of our preschool room for 3-5 years.

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