Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood

20-21 Heronsgate Road, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth WD3 5BN
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  • Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood, Rickmansworth
Old MacDonald's Day Nursery, Chorleywood opened in May 2006 and is Ofsted registered for 66 children at any one time, from 3 months to 5 years. They are open Monday to Friday 7.30 am - 6.30 pm all year round except for public bank holidays and offer morning and afternoon sessions, full days or a full week. They are situated in a peaceful Hertfordshire town yet with excellent travel links being located only 5 minutes from junction 17 and 18 of the M25. There is a unique ball pool and soft play room.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sarah Lang (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 66

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

Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood Reviews (16)

9.9

Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.921) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood has 16 reviews.

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Old Macdonalds Chorleywood is a wonderful nursery. The staff are so kind and caring, taking the time to really get to know the children and going above and beyond to ensure they have the best time during their day. They know how to put both parents and children at ease, offering kind and gentle advice
along the way. The activities are so thought out and offer a great range of development and fun. We love the stay and plays, and open evenings to get to know the new settings. Even the menu has so much thought put into it! Lovely team, great place and most importantly our children love it.
Reply from David Selwood, Director at Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood
Thank you so much for your kind words they mean a lot to all of our team.
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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There are so many positive things to say about this Nursery, it is difficult to only write a small paragraph!
Myself and my partner could not be happier with the care and support both we and our Daughter have received from all the staff at Old McDonald's Chorleywood. From the staff in Lambs room,
to the Management team; everyone has been so incredibly kind, attentive and caring.
We had a little bit of a rocky start with our Daughters settle in sessions, and the staff members were so flexible and quick into action to put together a plan to ensure our little girl was ready and settled for her first day! They are superstars and everything they suggested worked a treat, we now receive videos of our little girl laughing and smiling with all the team whilst there!
Thank you so much for welcoming our Daughter with open arms and the upmost care, we look forward to our families future journey with Old McDonald's Chorleywood!!
Reply from David Selwood, Director at Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood
Thank you for your kind words they mean a lot to our team,
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Review from Victoria P (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son absolutely love this nursery as do we, it's lovely to know we are leaving him in safe and happy hand's. Everyone is so friendly and always so positive about him. We are always kept updated via the app, we always love to see what he gets up too. Thank you to everyone who works there, your hard
work is so appreciated.
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Review from Jayna G (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Old Macdonald Nursery since he was 1 years old and he has had an absolutely amazing experience there.
The staff/carers are all so lovely and caring and he has really created some beautiful bonds with the girls that look after him. They are attentive to him and his emotions
and have helped his development throughout the last 3 years. We have been given regular updates and been kept in the loop of my son's days at nursery, how he has progressed, the friends he has made, what he can improve on/work on and how we can help him at home. There's a nice balance between indoor and outdoor learning too. The nursery hold regular events that parents can attend and feel more involved I.e. parents evening, stay and play sessions etc.
We have thoroughly enjoyed attending these! Couldn't recommend this nursery more! We have had a great experience with them and look to send our second child there too!
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Review from Nina F (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl has a lovely time at Old Macs, the staff are all really lovely, incredibly helpful and accommodating. There are fun activities every day and the meals/snacks are great. They have been really helpful in adapting to schedules and changes as well as keeping us up to date on how she is and
how her days been. Seeing the photos of her enjoying herself every day is wonderful.
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Review from Chanelle B (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall I having been using the nursery for nearly 6 years and I couldn't ask for a better nursery. Both my children and thrived here and I'm so glad I have found such a supportive, kind and nurturing nursery for my children.
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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our children have thrived at Old Mac's - amazing themes, dedication, and school readiness! The ball pool at the end of the day really helps get the kids energy out. The proximity to the park and walks in the woods are also great!
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Review from P B (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at this nursery since he was about 10 months old. I have been extremely happy with the care he has received.


The keyworkers are extremely caring and nothing is too much trouble. My son is now moving onto a new pre school and this nursery has prepared him for this. I am grateful for

this nursery for nurturing my son. Thank you again!
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Review from Nousheen B (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When the time came to return to work , I knew my little one would be safe in the hands of Old MacDonalds staff Nursery. Having had previous interactions with different settings through my niece and nephew , I already felt part of the Old Macs family. My daughter currently attends at the Chorleywood
setting and has just flourished in the Lambs Baby Room. From the activities they plan, to the close interaction with your child to then communicating with you and sharing their progress I just can't fault the staff. Thank you Old MacDonald's Chorleywood for making me a happy and reassured mummy returning to work.
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Review from B T (Father of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not recommend Old Macs highly enough. After a 2 week holiday my son had troubles settling back in. The staff went above and beyond to help him settle back in with a robust plan and lots of additional care.


The staff are so friendly and professional, we are delighted to have sent our son there

(and my daughter will join soon too).


An excellent nursery with brilliant staff.

Reply from David Selwood, Director at Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood
Thank you for your kind words they mean a lot to the team.
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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had such a positive experience at Old Macdonalds Chorleywood in the short time we've been there. Having just moved into the area a year ago we were anxious to find somewhere safe and comforting for our 3 year old. The staff were brilliant in helping our child settle and it wasn't long before
he was looking forward to going in. Our child always speaks fondly of his peers, key workers and the delicious food!
Reply from David Selwood, Director at Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood
Thank you for your kind words they mean alot to the team
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Review from J A (Father of Child) published on 11 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very very good experience, our child has loved his time here. The staff are attentive,
caring and professional. Much lower turnover in staff compared to other nurseries which is a big plus. The only negative is the small outside space, but the local park helps. Would definitely recommend.
Reply from David Selwood, Director at Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood
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Review from Jamie W (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sadly we are needing to leave as we are moving but if it wasn't for that we would probably be here till our little one was ready for big school.


The staff care so much genuinely for her and what could have been a really difficult time with her settling in was made so lovely by the people working

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As a special couple of mentions: one member in of staff in the Lambs room has been amazing with my daughter and she smiles and reaches out for her whenever she sees her which shows how much of a good impact she's had on my daughter in the Nursery.


Another member of staff in the Lambs room has also always been informative and understanding with my daughter during her time there.


Thank you all so much.

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Review from Adam G (Father of Child) published on 19 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our son's experience at OldMacDonalds nursery Chorleywood. From the very first day, we felt warmly welcomed by all staff. The environment is nurturing, safe, and full of happy children.
Our son has blossomed both socially and developmentally since starting here. The team
clearly puts so much thought into every activity, and it's amazing to see how much he learns each week, the daily update blossom pictures are lovely to receive as this shows us the fun activities he is doing throughout the day. He comes home excited to show us his creative artwork and his yummy baking.
The communication from the staff is excellent, keeping us informed and involved, and it's obvious they truly care about each child. It's such a comfort knowing he's in such capable and loving hands every day.
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Review from Sam F (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not have hoped for a better experience or safe place to care for our daughter whilst we are working. Every day we drop her off without a worry, knowing that she is safe, happy, and thriving, due to the care and fun she has every day at nursery.
The setup of the nursery environment, and all
the staff from the Management in the office to the nursery practitioners and assistants, make the nursery feel like a second home where she is part of the family.
We feel really lucky to have found Old Macdonald's and wish she could stay there forever!
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Review from K L (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Old MacDonald's Nursery in Chorleywood is such a lovely nursery, my twins have enjoyed every single moment there since they joined last year! The staff are all so kind and helpful. The nursery has a lovely layout too my twins especially love the softplay and ball pit they have a cute garden as well
which is good for all weather.
It is always clean and well-organised we will miss Old MacDonald's terribly when they leave in August to start school nursery they have had the best time there! Thank you all so much!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.921)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.921) out of 10 for Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.921 for Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood is calculated as follows: ( (176 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 191 Ratings = 4.921
  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 Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood is based on 16 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 66 number of registered child places is 13.2, which has been reached with 16 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood

What is the Age Range of Children that Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood accepts?

Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood Open?

Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood is open: 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.

How many Children does Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood have capacity for?

Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood has capacity for a total of 66 Children.

How far is Old MacDonald's Day Nursery Chorleywood to the centre of Rickmansworth?

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

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