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Occupying a converted manor house, St Nicholas Day Nursery is one of the oldest nurseries in the country. The home from home nursery was refurbished in 2020 providing a new, modern feel inside their converted grade 2 listed manor house setting. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.
Inside, there are four rooms carefully designed with age-appropriate resources to aid the learning and development of your little one.
The homely setting is surrounded by extensive and secure grounds offering all age groups a vast area for physical activities. The garden, which was redesigned and refurbished in 2017, includes a mini woodland nature walk and growing area in order to give children the opportunity to further explore and extend their play.
The nursery place strong importance on outdoor learning and the children engage in regular forestry sessions throughout the week in order to explore and discover the outside world. Each age group also has their own garden space to explore.
St Nicholas is central to local schools and over the past 50 years have built strong links so that the children’s transition from nursery to school is as easy and smooth as possible – for both the children and parents!
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
- Frankie Bignall (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 17
Total Places for Children
- 75
Age Range
- from 0 years 0 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 small parking area available for parents and visitors.
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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St Nicholas Day Nursery Reviews (117)
St Nicholas Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.966) out of 10, based on 32 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Nicholas Day Nursery has 117 reviews.
We cannot recommend St Nicholas enough. Theo joined when he was just 10 months old and has now left as a confident, kind and incredibly bright nearly 5 year old.
The staff have been such a huge part of his early years and have supported him through so many milestones. They have always shown him...
We cannot recommend St Nicholas enough. Theo joined when he was just 10 months old and has now left as a confident, kind and incredibly bright nearly 5 year old.
The staff have been such a huge part of his early years and have supported him through so many milestones. They have always shown him so much patience, encouragement and understanding, taking the time to really get to know him and his individual personality.
They have also supported our family through some difficult times, and we will always be incredibly grateful for the care and love they have shown Theo.
We genuinely feel that the nurturing environment at St Nicholas has helped shape the wonderful little boy he is today. He absolutely loved his time there and will miss everyone so much.
Thank you to all the staff for everything you have done for Theo over the years. We feel so lucky that he got to experience St Nicholas and will always look back on his time there with so much love and gratitude.
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and heartfelt review. It has been an absolute pleasure watching Theo grow into the confident, kind and wonderful little boy he is today.
We're so pleased to hear that you felt supported as a family and that our team could be there for Theo through so...
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and heartfelt review. It has been an absolute pleasure watching Theo grow into the confident, kind and wonderful little boy he is today.
We're so pleased to hear that you felt supported as a family and that our team could be there for Theo through so many important milestones. Your lovely words about the care, patience and understanding shown by our team mean so much to us.
We will miss Theo dearly and it has been a privilege to be part of his early years. We wish him every happiness and success for the next exciting chapter, and hope you'll always look back on his time at nursery with the same fondness we will.
I absolutely adore this nursery and all the staff in it. My little one started here when she was 1 and she has been loved and cared for from the first day by this amazing team, all the way through to now where she is leaving to start school. I have a second child also at the nursery and I would...
I have zero faults, the grounds are amazing with the best little woodland area and a massive play space, surrounded in shade and quietly tucked away. The staff have been amazing with both my children, the communication via apps and at handovers has always been great, and they're just amazing.
St Nicholas staff, keep being you, you make a huge difference to so many families and made the transition of trusting strangers, so much easier :)
Thank you so much, Shauna! We're thrilled to hear that your family feels at home with us and that both your little ones have enjoyed their time here. Our team is dedicated to nurturing creativity and growth in a warm and inclusive community, and your kind words truly uplift us!
The staff are warm, caring and genuinely know the children as individuals. It has...
The staff are warm, caring and genuinely know the children as individuals. It has always been clear how much they care about our son and enjoy having him there, which as a parent means everything. He has built such lovely relationships with both the staff.
We have always felt confident that he was happy, safe and well cared for, and communication from the nursery has been excellent. We're incredibly grateful for everything they have done for him and very sad that his time there has come to an end. They have given him such a positive start and prepared him brilliantly for his next chapter at school.
Thank you so much! We're absolutely thrilled to hear about your son and the wonderful experiences he's had with us. It's been a joy to be part of his journey, and we wish him all the best as he embarks on this exciting new chapter at school!
My son loves coming to nursery and will always come home eager to tell us what he has been up to during the day and which friends he has played with. The updates we receive on the app are always beautifully written and it is lovely to get photos of our boy having the best time. He has such a strong...
My son loves coming to nursery and will always come home eager to tell us what he has been up to during the day and which friends he has played with. The updates we receive on the app are always beautifully written and it is lovely to get photos of our boy having the best time. He has such a strong bond with his keyperson and the other girls in his room are always on hand for advice. All staff I have spoken to during his time here have all been so polite and very knowledgeable.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear your son is so happy at nursery and enjoys sharing his day with you. It's lovely to know the app updates, photos, and support from his key person and the team have made such a positive difference. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to support your son's learning and development.
The management team go above and beyond to enure rhe happiness of children, parents and staff alike
I would highly recommend St Nicholas Nursey to any prospective parent looking for a day nursery with a real family/ home from home feel
The management team go above and beyond to enure rhe happiness of children, parents and staff alike
I would highly recommend St Nicholas Nursey to any prospective parent looking for a day nursery with a real family/ home from home feel
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that our team has created a warm, home-from-home environment for your family. Your support means a great deal to us, and we're grateful to be part of your child's early years journey.
Brilliant! Fantastic job guys! Summer has come a long way since joining. Thank you for all the work you have done!
Brilliant! Fantastic job guys! Summer has come a long way since joining. Thank you for all the work you have done!
Thank you for your 5-star review, Robbie. We are delighted that Summer is thriving at our nursery.
Amelia has thrived since being at St Nicholas. We have been very pleased with her care.
Amelia has thrived since being at St Nicholas. We have been very pleased with her care.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are so pleased to read that your daughter is thriving with us!
Our daughter loves going to St Nicholas Nursery and we couldn't be happier. You can see the enthusiasm and care that staff show every child. They know the children so well and went above and beyond to help my daughter settle in. They have plenty of outdoor space and it's great that they can play...
Our daughter loves going to St Nicholas Nursery and we couldn't be happier. You can see the enthusiasm and care that staff show every child. They know the children so well and went above and beyond to help my daughter settle in. They have plenty of outdoor space and it's great that they can play and learn about nature. I also really like that they learn about lots of different cultures and festivals. It's such a warm and welcoming nursery, and so helpful that they offer a range of hours to suit you.
We're so pleased your daughter has settled so well and enjoys her time with us. It's wonderful to read how well she is supported and how much you value our caring team and learning experiences. Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery.
My daughter loves it here! She will talk (at length for a 2 year old!) about what she does at nursery, teach me the songs they sing and talk about her key workers and her little friends even on the days she is not at nursery! It is so re-assuring to know that you are leaving your child in the care...
My daughter loves it here! She will talk (at length for a 2 year old!) about what she does at nursery, teach me the songs they sing and talk about her key workers and her little friends even on the days she is not at nursery! It is so re-assuring to know that you are leaving your child in the care of such a wonderful team who provide so many opportunities for engaging activities which nuture their development.
We're so pleased your daughter enjoys her time with us and is so engaged in her learning. It's wonderful to read that she is happy and settled, and that you feel reassured by our caring team. Thank you for taking the time to review our nursery.
We have been happy with both foxes and badgers and our son has been kept busy and entertained with new learnings. We often get good feedback from the staff and daily debriefs of how his day goes. Thank you team.
We have been happy with both foxes and badgers and our son has been kept busy and entertained with new learnings. We often get good feedback from the staff and daily debriefs of how his day goes. Thank you team.
We are delighted to read that your son enjoys his time in both rooms and is kept busy with new learning and activities. The team will be pleased to know that the daily feedback and handovers about his day are such valued parts of your experience.
From the settling-in sessions onwards, the team have been very kind, patient and supportive. Our little boy loves going in each day and often talks about the staff by name when we pick him up, which says everything about how happy and...
From the settling-in sessions onwards, the team have been very kind, patient and supportive. Our little boy loves going in each day and often talks about the staff by name when we pick him up, which says everything about how happy and secure he feels there. It's such a reassurance knowing he's in such a nurturing environment.
We're so grateful for the care and support they provide - thank you for all that you do!
We are delighted to read that your son is happy at our nursery and enjoys coming in each day. The team will be pleased to know that their care and support from the settling-in sessions onwards have helped create such a nurturing environment for him.
As a family we love St. Nicholas Day Nursery. My son is in Squirrels room and the team there are all incredible. Its the small things that make such a difference. They learnt his name within days, he clearly has bonded with all of them - happily going in with a smile on his face and the feedback...
As a family we love St. Nicholas Day Nursery. My son is in Squirrels room and the team there are all incredible. Its the small things that make such a difference. They learnt his name within days, he clearly has bonded with all of them - happily going in with a smile on his face and the feedback everyday we get is comprehensive. We have been there for 3 months and it already feels like home away from home.
We are delighted to read that your son has settled in well and that our setting already feels like a home away from home for your family. It is lovely to know that the care from our team and the daily feedback you receive have been such a positive part of your experience.
We love St Nicholas nursery so much! Hallie has come on so much since being here! Everyone is fabulous and so kind! We couldn't recommend the nursery enough.
We love St Nicholas nursery so much! Hallie has come on so much since being here! Everyone is fabulous and so kind! We couldn't recommend the nursery enough.
We are thrilled to read how much your daughter has grown and developed with us. It is wonderful to know she is enjoying her time here. Thank you for taking the time to recommend our nursery.
St Nicholas Nursery exceeds my expectations every time. The children are well catered for and staff, in my opinion, go above and beyond every time. My twins are thriving at the nursery and really enjoy it. Thanks for all that you do!
St Nicholas Nursery exceeds my expectations every time. The children are well catered for and staff, in my opinion, go above and beyond every time. My twins are thriving at the nursery and really enjoy it. Thanks for all that you do!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to read that your twins are thriving and enjoying their time at nursery. The team are passionate about supporting every child's development, so it is wonderful to know that their efforts are making a positive difference.
We've had a wonderful experience with this nursery so far. I have noticed that staff is attentive, friendly and very patient. With their great help and understanding my son has been settling in very well and he is less crying every day. Overall we could not be happier with the nursery.
We've had a wonderful experience with this nursery so far. I have noticed that staff is attentive, friendly and very patient. With their great help and understanding my son has been settling in very well and he is less crying every day. Overall we could not be happier with the nursery.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are delighted to read that your son is settling in well and feeling more comfortable each day. It is wonderful to know that our team have been able to support him and help make his time at nursery positive and enjoyable.
I'm really happy with the nursery over the past year. The staff are kind, warm and have taken great care of my year old son. He absolutely loves coming in and has developed in confidence and speech as a result of the great support he's had from his practitioners. The nursery grounds and facilities...
The leadership has also greatly impressed me. Their communication is fast, throughout and I feel very confident in their decisions and know the children are all in brilliant hands. I'd highly recommend!
We are so happy to read how your son is thriving and enjoying his time at nursery. It is wonderful to know that you have felt supported by both the team and leadership, and that the environment has had such a positive impact. Thank you for recommending us.
Fantastic team, always super friendly and playful. Give great daily feedback. Wonderful, clean classrooms with great toys and things to play with.
Fantastic team, always super friendly and playful. Give great daily feedback. Wonderful, clean classrooms with great toys and things to play with.
Thank you so much for your review. We are so pleased you are happy with our setting and that our daily communications keep you updated.
The children spend a lot of time outside, which is a...
The children spend a lot of time outside, which is a huge bonus for me.
They also worked out far more affordable, which in itself is an added bonus.
Cannot fault this nursery!
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about our nursery. We are so pleased to read how happy you are and that both your daughters are thriving with us. It's great to know that our caring team, outdoor play, and affordability have made a positive difference for your family.
My second child at this nursery is now in his last year and started when he was 8 months.
The nursery & grounds are lovely & the staff have always been fantastic.I have always loved how all staff seem to know the children even if they are part of another room.
I always feel so confident that...
My second child at this nursery is now in his last year and started when he was 8 months.
The nursery & grounds are lovely & the staff have always been fantastic.I have always loved how all staff seem to know the children even if they are part of another room.
I always feel so confident that my son is well looked after, cared for & kept busy.
My son (& now older son who also attended) is always so full of joy in the mornings dropping off & pick up.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to have been part of your children's early years education and to know that you have been happy with the care we have provided.
We now have our second child attending St Nicholas nursery and couldn't be happier! Despite moving away from the area,there was never any doubt that our second would join as soon as he was able as I know how much the staff care for the children. Whenever I drop off or collect,the children are met...
We now have our second child attending St Nicholas nursery and couldn't be happier! Despite moving away from the area,there was never any doubt that our second would join as soon as he was able as I know how much the staff care for the children. Whenever I drop off or collect,the children are met with such affection that there can be no doubt about the quality of relationships there. The staff are always happy to talk about any concerns and are so supportive! As a mum,I have felt supported when at times, parenting felt tougher than usual. I honestly could not be happier!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. It means a lot that you chose to return with your second child, even after moving away. We're so pleased you feel supported as a parent too - building those caring relationships with children and families is at the heart of what we do.
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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...
- 02 Oct 2026Organiser: St Nicholas Day Nursery
Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: The Old Station Nursery
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: The Old Station Nursery
- 28 Mar 2024Recipient: The Old Station Nursery
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for St Nicholas Day Nursery.
Meet the Team (1)

Qualifications: NVQ3, DSL, Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene
Frequently Asked Questions about St Nicholas Day Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that St Nicholas Day Nursery accepts?
St Nicholas Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is St Nicholas Day Nursery Open?
St Nicholas Day Nursery 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 St Nicholas Day Nursery have capacity for?
St Nicholas Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 75 Children.
How far is St Nicholas Day Nursery to the centre of Hemel Hempstead?
1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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