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St Nicholas Day Nursery

Bennetts End House, Eastwick Road, Hemel Hempstead HP2 4JQ
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St Nicholas Day Nursery, Hemel Hempstead
St Nicholas Day Nursery, Hemel Hempstead
St Nicholas Day Nursery, Hemel Hempstead

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 £86.60

We're making childcare more accessible to families:

* No meal, consumable or enhancement charges

* 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 year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

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

No

Consumables provided

No

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

  • There is a small parking area available for parents and visitors.

St Nicholas Day Nursery Reviews (113)

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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.

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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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It’s an amazing place. My son and my daughter loves this place. They wake up in the morning first things wanting to go there. Never heard of any problems. We are really the happy kids are happy. Would recommend it to anyone.

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Review from Amy B (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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Brilliant nursery and staff. My child always comes home happy and well-fed. He's learning so much and is always doing fun activities at nursery.

During covid, the staff have been practising safe rules and regulations and are following the guidelines to provide a safe environment for my child.

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Review from Fiona B (Grandmother of Child) published on 5 January 2021 Submitted via Website
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Outstanding school. My granddaughter was there 5 years ago and my grandson is there to this day. Lovely friendly staff who the kids love. Highly recommend. They truly love our kids and ours love them. Children encouraged to be themselves.

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Review from Elena A (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started nursery at one year and now has been there for three years. We are very grateful. She attends full time. As well, we have another daughter who is starting reception. Excellent teachers, wonderful garden. We recommend the nursery for the people who want their kids to explore and learn more about creativity, preparing for school.

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Review from Danielle P (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2020 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started at St Nicholas just before her 1st birthday, she’s now nearly 2, and she absolutely loves it. We used to have tears at the gate when she first started, and it wasn’t long before she started to happily walk in and says bye to me! She really looks forward to it. The staff are also great and keep us updated with lots of information about her day and all the changes around Covid they’ve had to make.

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Review from G B (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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My daughter has really come along since coming to this nursery. She has excelled. Really, really pleased I chose this nursery.

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Review from M N (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been extremely impressed with the care and professionalism of staff at St Nicholas! They have supported my son really well with his toilet training, and occasionally behavioural issues. The outdoor space is excellent, and we have been really impressed, particularly with his 'woodland wanderers' outdoor sessions. Communication is good, however, there isn't access to a day to day online portal of activities. Overall, we are happy with the nursery.

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Review from R P (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Amazing place. My son loves it. Wakes up every morning wanting to go. Would recommend to anyone.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My son has been attending St Nicholas Nursery since he was 1 year old. He is now in preschool and always loves going to nursery. Every day he is learning new things and he loves Woodland Wanderers. The staff at St Nicholas are excellent. They always give good feedback about his day. The staff are so helpful with any requests - and have been very good ensuring specific food requirements are met. My second little boy will be going to St Nicholas when I go back to work. I couldn't recommend the nursery more. 10 stars!

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Review from J R (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The facilities are beautiful and there are always interesting activities. The garden is wonderful and the children are always outside. There is a woodland that the children explore and look after. My little boy loves to be outside and this suits her perfectly. The staff are friendly and always making sure everyone is ok. Displays are bright and cheerful and every time I pick up I get clear, detailed feedback about what my child has been doing. I'd highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from F B (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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A beautiful listed building with a huge outside area. The staff are warm and friendly and so dedicated to their jobs. The 'woodland wanderers' outside the classroom area is amazing. The children seem to really enjoy it there and are always so busy.

My child has just started the 'twinkle stars' room. The practitioners are such a hit with my son! He goes in happily in the morning and is always eager to explore the room and equipment.

I am extremely happy with the nursery.

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Review from Ana C (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2018 Submitted via Website
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Best caring staff, clean and very friendly. The garden is huge and loads of toys to play with. My son loves riding the bikes and the playhouse.

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Review from Mihaela C (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son had a really difficult time getting used to going to nursery and not being at home with me. The team has made it so easy and my son end up enjoying there. He will definitely miss everyone there.

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Review from Aisha R (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Both my children have been very happy at St Nicholas Nursery. I am always impressed with the caring and nurturing attitude of the staff.

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Review from Gina O (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Both of my boys have a fantastic time at nursery. The outdoor space is fantastic and I love all the wooden toys and equipment. All the nursery staff are so lovely and helpful.

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Review from Christian C (Father of Child) published on 21 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Both girls have been extremely happy here. They loved the environment, food, teachers etc.

Well done all of you!

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Review from Yolandi H (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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We have had a good review and are happy with our son's progress. He enjoys nursery and has learnt a lot.

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Review from Megan H (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Great nursery, loving and very caring staff. My daughter's confidence has grown huge amounts since starting the nursery. Lots of activities daily and plenty of learning resources. A great nursery that I would definitely recommend.

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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Good Nursery.

My daughter learns a lot.

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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are wonderful, so welcoming, caring and nurturing. Our son has grown so much in confidence since he joined. He is always excited to go and the staff are the reason he loves it so much.

They always seem to do lots of different activities and lots of outdoor time, which is very important to us. I would highly recommend and we are so glad we chose to send our son there.

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News (14) & Events (0)

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Frankie Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2007
Frankie

Qualifications: NVQ3, DSL, Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene

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