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Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin

Glover House, 23-25 Bury Mead Road, Hitchin SG5 1RT
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Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin, Hitchin
Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin, Hitchin
Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin, Hitchin

Toad Hall Nursery is a 107-place nursery in the heart of Hitchin, offering a child-led approach to encourage the development of the children in their care. Children are given the opportunity to explore, interact, engage and thrive within the care of the highly experienced staff team.

Partnership with parents is at the heart of everything they do, from planning social events, holding quarterly Parent Forums to discuss and share ideas, and...  

Funding & Fees

£94.00 - Per day under 3 years,

£88.00 - Per day over 3 years.

• 10% Family discount on the eldest child’s fees.
• 5% discount for NHS, Armed Forces, Police and emergency services staff.
• 50% discount on Staff fees.
• Up to 30 hours of funded nursery education per week during term time.
• A corporate discount maybe available if there is an agreement in place between Toad Hall Nursery and another company.

Please email the nursery directly for our latest fee information.

Contact Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Collette Jordan (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 39

Total Places for Children

  • 107

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-18:00
  • Thursday 08:00-18:00
  • Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • The Nursery boasts a large car park at front of the building, making parking extremely easy for busy parents who need to drop off or collect their children from nursery.

Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin Reviews (135)

8.8

Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.796) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin has 135 reviews.

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been in the care of Toad Hall Nursery for a couple of months now and it has been a wonderful experience for us both. The team in Hedgehogs are outstanding and has gone above and beyond to help her settle and get comfortable in new surroundings. Likewise, they have gone the extra mile with me - including an unexpected but touching Mother’s Day gift. I am so happy my daughter is in the care of Toad Hall Nursery. Really looking forward to seeing her grow and flourish in their care.

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Review from Lucy S (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I do not have a bad word to say about Toad Hall. The staff are all professional, polite and caring. The support they provide for the children in their care is amazing with different and varied activities running each day. The children learn through play which means they don't even know they are learning, which is fantastic for preschool children who will soon make the transition to school. Since moving to Owls, my son has grown and developed his behaviour and social skills and started recognising words in books, writing letters he has seen and trying to write his own name, this is all down to the wonderful Owls team.

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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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We absolutely love Toad Hall! The staff are amazing and I couldn't fault it at all! My daughter has been there since she was one and is currently in Owls. The standard of care is exceptional and they have done an amazing job of getting her ready for school. My son is due to start next month too.

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Review from Sylvia B (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My daughter has been at Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin for just over a year, she has developed beyond our belief! We have seen a huge turnaround in her social skills, she went from being incredibly shy to creating strong bonds with children and carers. She has developed a strong appetite to learn and is determined to write people's names at the moment. One of the best things about Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin is the management team - they are incredibly friendly, understanding and accommodating. This is something I hugely value as a busy working Mum. I moved my daughter from another nursery last year due to an inflexible and rude management team - so I'm really pleased Toad Hall is so wonderful.

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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started going to little chicks in January and my partner and I could not be happier. The staff are so welcoming and caring and have really helped make the transition into daycare as smooth as possible. The staff have really gone above and beyond and our daughter has settled in extremely well. Going to daycare is now part of her routine and she has just blossomed whilst in their care. Most importantly we know that she is safe and in capable hands. We could not be more grateful to Toad Hall Nursery, Hitchin!

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Review from Stephanie R (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My child joined the baby room at Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin in January and I couldn't be happier to have found such a caring nursery. First and foremost, I wanted to find a nursery where I could drop off my baby and he would be happy and this was more than enough for me, but Toad Hall has gone beyond this and not only is he very happy there, but the progress I've seen in him since joining is genuinely incredible. I really do feel as though I'm leaving my baby in the best care, which is a huge weight off my shoulders and the relationship he has with the staff is so lovely to see!! They genuinely care!

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Review from Amy W (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I've had the pleasure of having my son and now daughter at Toad Hall for the last four years. My daughter absolutely loves coming to nursery. The staff are incredible and clearly really adore her, I feel very secure and safe leaving her there. My son equally loved his time there and despite him being at school now, lots of the staff know who he is when he comes in to pick up my daughter with me. Would wholeheartedly recommend!

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Review from Hayley D (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started here in October 2022 and she has come so far. The team in her room have been amazing, it’s a second family for her. The whole nursery has an amazing vibe throughout, it’s a home away from home

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Review from Lydia F (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very happy with Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin, all staff are lovely - admin and communication are very good. My son is very happy here.

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Review from Gemma A (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely staff and facilities. Thank you for looking after my most prized possession.

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Review from S T (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very caring staff and our son is happy going in every day. There are lots of well-thought-out games and activities, a good structure for the development and great communication on a daily basis with the parents. All in all, a great nursery.

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Review from Andy B (Father of Child) published on 17 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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The Toad Hall experience has been fantastic from the very start and we couldn't be happier for our daughter to be there! She goes in twice a week and always looks forward to it and then tells us what an amazing day she has had! The days are varied and a lot of thought clearly goes into each and every session to make sure the children are engaged and having fun. It's a happy, healthy and positive environment and everyone always has a smile on their face. The team there are amazing and are a pleasure to deal with at all times. We would certainly recommend to all parents looking for a nursery for their little ones.

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Review from Jade T (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been nothing but happy since starting at Toad Hall nursery in October 2022. She settled into the baby room easily and loves all of the staff, we often find her having a cuddle with them when we collect her. She has enjoyed all of the messy play opportunities they provide including painting, water play, gloop, glitter and many more. Her key worker has kept a comprehensive journal of her learning which has been lovely to look back on and see how far she has come since starting. We really couldn't ask for more from the nursery.

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Review from R C (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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This is an excellent nursery, professional and caring staff, great activities and healthy meals. Our three children are so happy here and nothing is ever too much trouble. We have tried another nursery before this and Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin is by far the best. It is such a big decision to make and we are so happy with it.

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Review from Matthew C (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife and I have both said it was the best decision moving our son to Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin. The staff are excellent and the nursery is such a happy environment for children to play and learn. We are very happy with the nursery as a whole and would recommend to other parents.

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Review from O D (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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We continue to be really satisfied with Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin. Our son benefits from the care of the wonderful staff who have helped him grow and develop over the last year. Every day brings something new for the children as the staff plan great learning and fun activities often inspired by particular themes. The staff are very in tune with my son and are quick to flag subtle changes in him they observe as he learns and grows. The reports we receive are extremely detailed and it gives my husband and I such great comfort to know our boy is being so well looked after and is so happy at nursery.

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Review from Nicola R (Grandmother of Child) published on 6 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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My grandson has been attending this nursery for the last two years. The ladies in his class (owls) are incredibly kind and helpful. They give feedback each day as to what he has spent the day doing and what he has eaten etc. They structure each day with lots of activities and teach the children their letters etc. They organised a lovely Nativity play. The staff from all the classes know all the children and always greet them in a very friendly way as do the office staff. My grandson really enjoys going and looks forward to it.

It is a very warm and caring nursery and I would recommend.

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Review from B S (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Toad Hall is a fantastic nursery, and our daughter really enjoys being there. She always has a huge smile on her face at pick-up and can't wait to tell me about all the activities she has done that day. The staff are so welcoming and caring. Everyone says hello to us in the corridors, even staff not in our daughter's room. The office staff are efficient, very helpful and always happy to discuss any concerns. Our key worker keeps us up to date with new skills they are working on and always supports and continues milestones we are developing at home. The rooms are bright, welcoming and very clean. There are always fun and interactive activities laid out that vary each day.

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Review from Chris L (Father of Child) published on 3 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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We have been so happy with the care and development that Toad Hall has given our daughter over the last three years. The staff are all attentive and caring and the nursery itself is well equipped for all types of play. In all the rooms; Hedgehogs, Little Toads and Owls she has had amazing teachers and she will be sad to leave them in September.

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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started in October and we have been beyond happy with how she has settled! The staff in her room are so kind and seem to have such beautiful bonds with the children. The communication with us at the end of the day has been excellent, we get told about her day and eating and sleeping etc. The staff always seem so available to discuss anything.

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Collette Jordan Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2023
Collette Jordan

Hi, I’m Collette, the Nursery Manager at Toad Hall Hitchin.

I am fortunate to have successfully worked within this industry for over 23 years and hold a Level 5 Diploma in Early Years Leadership and Management. Throughout my Early years career, I have worked in many different roles, including running a successful nursery for nearly 5 years.

My vision is to provide high-quality care in a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment, allowing the children to feel secure and confident. I believe this supports their growing curiosity to explore, and supports creative minds and resilience, whilst maximising success for all children.

I have always been highly focused on the well-being and development of children and believe that family partnership is the key.

My priority is to continue to lead this fantastic team and understand that a happy, successful child depends on us all working together.

Please do get in touch and arrange a visit to our lovely nursery if you have any questions.

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