Hitchin House Day Nursery

Hitchin House put the children and staff first which has been exemplary, especially with the challenges of the pandemic of the last few years.

My daughter loves going here, she has a joy of learning which I believe will lead to a love of school.

My youngest daughter attends pre-school at Hitchin House Day Nursery. From the first moment she stepped inside the building she was enthralled. The wide variety of activities on offer, from arts and crafts to yoga and outdoor play in their enclosed garden. She leaves each day with a massive smile, and often with a pile of pictures clutched in one hand, tired but happy. The staff are all wonderful and kind and we wholeheartedly would recommend this nursery.

They are quick to respond to any request or query. Their use of the daily app is a fantastic touch and is regularly updated throughout the day. I can clearly see the variety of stimulating activities on offer. Their outside space is well used.

Simply the best nursery and team in Hitchin. The manager and her team just know how to run and put together a nursery experience second to none. Both our children have had the best start to their education! Worth every penny!

The rooms are very well equipped and there’s a range of activities and types of toys for the kids to engage with. All I can say is that my daughter enjoys her time there and we have been well informed about what she does and any other information about the nursery as needed.

My daughter has been attending Hitchin House Day Nursery since June 2020 and she has adored it from day one. She attends three days a week and always has an amazing time. She has moved from the Den to Explorers and has loved it in both rooms. The staff are fantastic and we send her in safe in the knowledge that she will be stimulated with a wide range of activities, from messy play to yoga and that she will have lots of fun! The food always sounds delicious and varied so it's also a huge relief to know she is eating decent and balanced meals. The app used by the nursery to share photos and updates is great, it's always such a treat to get an update and see what she is up to. Would highly recommend to any parent.

Hands down the best nursery you could send your child to! Our son has been a the nursery since it opened and could not be happier. Every morning he runs in and barely says goodbye. We think he’d even prefer to be there on the weekend then home with us! They offer incredible resources, wonderful thoughtful staff and the best facilities. We know as parents our child is in the best childcare setting possible! If you are considering a nursery for your child, look no further then the amazing Hitchin House Day Nursery.

I can't recommend Hitchin House Day Nursery enough. My son started aged eleven months. he is now twenty one months and the staff put him and me at ease instantly. He has learnt so much, it amazes me how quickly he has grown and every week he does something at home that I haven't taught him so I know it's Hitchin House Day Nursery that has. The staff are wonderful, that teamed up with the most incredible equipment, toys and books makes it an absolute dream. There is no doubt I will keep my son there until its time for school. Special shout out to kitchen staff, he eats like a King!

My seventeen month old daughter settled in very well and I can see how her development has excelled over the last seven months since starting at Hitchin House Day Nursery. The staff are warm, caring and encouraging. I would wholeheartedly recommend Hitchin House Day Nursery.

Our son has been at Hitchin House Day Nursery for seven months now and he loves it. They made sure he settled in well, the communication is really good and the staff are friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble and any questions or concerns are fully investigated and answered. The little touches like foot measuring and themed play are the icing on the cake.

Any concern is treated promptly, not that there are many though! I love how they are able to approach the children’s needs individually.

I would give this nursery six stars if I could. My son has been there since it opened and he has loved every second, he's disappointed to go home sometimes! The carers are fantastic, they get to know the children so well and genuinely care. The range of activities available is impressive and probably most important for a two year old boy, there is plenty of space to run around. My son is nicely exhausted when he comes home. The garden is a great space for them and the provision of the other activity rooms is second to none. All obviously thought out by people who understand and care deeply about children's development and experience. The only drawback is that the age limit is five years and I would like to spend time myself there as it looks so much fun. Maybe corporate weekends?

Hitchin House has been our happy place from 2020 to date - we cannot speak highly enough of it! The staff are incredible, the space and resources are impeccable. The children are so happy to be at nursery and come home happy, fulfilled and are learning so much. Even with the drama of the pandemic, it’s been wonderful and full of fun - communication is great too. Hitchin House, we love you!

Difficult to find adequate adjectives about how secure we feel sending our son to this beautiful, caring, nurturing nursery. The owners/managers know exactly how to design, equip, manage and staff their facility. Children are cared for as individuals with patience and compassion. We thank our lucky stars we had the chance for our son to go. Although COVID keeps us at the door - we have total trust in the care of the staff. A rare, wonderful place.

My daughter has been going to Hitchin House since it opened and I can't recommend it highly enough! The resources available are fantastic and my daughter has developed so much physically with lots of new skills but also mentally with her confidence. Most importantly all the staff have such a great, caring attitude and it really seems like we are part of the Hitchin House family. In addition to this, both myself and my husband are key workers and the nursery has been so amazing in enabling us to work through this challenging time. Thank you Hitchin House!

Our one-year-old daughter has been attending Hitchin House Day Nursery for a week now and the staff have been absolutely amazing during her settling in, ensuring that she’s comforted when unsettled and keeping in close contact with us during what could otherwise be a very testing time. All of the staff that we’ve met who have been taking care of her have been friendly and reassuring. So far, so good! Would definitely recommend.

Finally and most importantly, I believe the nursery have done everything to keep our children and their employees safe during such difficult times.

Our 3-year-old daughter has been going to Hitchin House Day Nursery since September 2020 and we are extremely happy with the care taken to help her settle and to grow in confidence over the past few months. We love the approach taken by Hitchin House; the resources available to the children are incredible and give them so many opportunities to explore (and learn) through play. The staff are so friendly but also knowledgable and professional. The effort put into a “home learning” programme when so many children had to self-isolate recently was incredible, highlighting the adaptability and commitment the team have to our children and their wellbeing. We look forward to our younger son joining his sister later this year.

There are probably not enough words to express my gratitude to this nursery. In the midst of Covid sending the twins to nursery for the first time without settling in sessions that we could attend, was a terrifying prospect. Hitchin House Day Nursery did everything to make this process as easy as possible, to keep us informed and our minds at rest. Within a couple of months our twins run in without hesitation, happy and content which is a true testament to the holistic care provided. The regular updates of the girls' activities, the variety of activities and the exposure to different foods is exceptional. I couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough, staff have really made a commitment to provide gold standard care for the children who attend there.