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...
Funding & Fees
Full Day Session from £89.20.
We're making childcare more accessible to families:
* Part & fully funded places available
A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place. Exact days of attendance should be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.
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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
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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
- There is a small parking area available for parents and visitors.
St Nicholas Day Nursery Reviews (113)
St Nicholas Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.961) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Nicholas Day Nursery has 113 reviews.
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.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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!
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
Fantastic nursery with amazing staff. My daughter loves to come here and we feel so happy knowing she is well loved & looked after.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to know how reassured you feel with the care and activities we provide.
My son absolutely loves his time at nursery and is always happy to come even asking to come on the weekend. The staff are lovely and the manager has been so flexible on our awhwood session requests. Thank you so much
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to read how much your son loves to come to nursery!
We are so happy at St Nicholas, our daughter has settled in really well. I feel in love with the incredible outdoor space they have at the nursery. The staff have been amazing and have been so supportive and I know our daughter has settled so well because of the environment they create.
We are delighted to hear that your daughter has settled in well with us. We are extremely proud of our facilities, and it's lovely to know that the outdoor space was so appealing to you. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.
Very happy overall, kids are very happy with the setting.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so glad to hear your children are enjoying their time with us and that the outdoor play and forest school are a hit! We truly appreciate your support.
Best nursery in Hemel Hempstead.
My daughter comes home every time happy after.
New words learned always,
After weekends she always wants to go back.
Many thanks for all stuff.
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to read how much your daughter is learning and how happy she is in our care.
Child Vacancies
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News (14) & Events (0)
- Posted: Monday 27 Apr 2026We 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....
- Posted: Wednesday 08 Apr 2026Our 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...
- Posted: Wednesday 17 Dec 2025The 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...
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Awards / Recognitions (9)
- Recipient: The Old Station NurseryDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: The Old Station NurseryDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
- Recipient: The Old Station NurseryDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
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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