Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd

St Michael’s Memorial Hall, Branch Road, St Albans AL3 4SS
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  • Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd, St Albans
Established in 1982, Toddlers-In Nursery School welcomes you to their family run setting, situated in a beautiful location, on the edge of St. Albans, near Verulamium Lakes.

Offering exceptional care and education for children aged 2-5 years old, the nursery offers 2,3 & 4 year old funding for 15 & 30 hours per week, including the new extended funding from April 2024, as well as private places.

The nursery has a long standing, highly qualified and experienced team, including two full time SENCOs, and is a proud holder of the Gold Early Years Quality Standard.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Victoria Horsnall (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 8

Total Places for Children

  • 96

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • 15 and 30 hours funding, for two, three and four year olds, including the new extended funding for two year olds from April 2024. Non funded hours are £8 per hour for three and four year olds, and £10 per hour for two year olds.

Opening Times

  • Monday 09:15-15:00
    Tuesday 09:15-15:00
    Wednesday 09:15-15:00
    Thursday 09:15-15:00
    Friday 09:15-15:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Parking

  • Free parking on site.

Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd Reviews (38)

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Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd has a Review Score of 10 (9.952) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd has 38 reviews.

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Review from Anna C (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a wonderful nursery the team are so kind, caring and nurturing. It's such a positive and warm environment, my little boy runs in every week! I feel so lucky that we have found such a great nursery.
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Review from A G (Uncle of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My niece has settled into the nursery. Staff are welcoming and informative. I've enjoyed the Christmas Concert which she was a part off. They have a friendly and nurturing atmosphere. She comes home with lots of arts and crafts.
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Review from J W (Grandmother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always found the staff polite,caring and there first priority is always the child They interact with the children well and do a lot of activities especially on all the special days Eg calendars, painting,models. They have various toys for all levels of ages and go outside to play for a
while at every opportunity They have a snack which is made up from healthy foods and are aware of everyone's needs
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Review from Sue A (Grandmother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A very caring, friendly atmosphere with the staff totally focused on giving every child the best start in their learning process. Safety and care for every child is obviously paramount.
The staff keep parents informed of all aspects of their child's learning, which I feel is as important as the learning
itself.
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Review from C G (Aunt of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at toddlers-in genuinely care about the children's well-being and development and also ensure that nursery is a fun place to be. The environment is bright, welcoming, and filled with age-appropriate activities that keep the kids engaged and excited to learn. I would highly recommend toddlers-in
nursery as it is a place where children thrive and feel at ease leaving them in their care.
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Review from E T (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Simply amazing staff who are truly wonderfully caring souls!! Couldn't ask for a more caring group of people looking after my daughter - she's settled so well.


They've all been there for years and know all the children so well. Many parents and siblings all have connections and as such they have

such a wonderful community spirit.


My son went to a nationwide nursery and even though aesthetically pleasing, the care and attention given to each child at todddlers-in just doesn't even compare! TIN is superb - I couldn't recommend them more and wish I could assign 50 stars!!


Only downside is the lack of a larger outside space and one that has grass and not hard surfaces - but they are hoping to take the kids out more to the local park now the weather is getting better.

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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has always had a wonderful time at Toddlers Inn. She made a lovely group of friends, and the teachers have been truly amazing-kind, nurturing, and dedicated. The level of care and creativity that goes into each day at the nursery is exceptional, making every experience engaging and fun.
It has given my daughter so much confidence and excitement to go in each week. We're so grateful for the positive impact Toddlers Inn has had on her early years!
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Review from Jacky T (Grandmother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grand daughter comes home from nursery and tells me all what she has been doing.
The children interact though play and learning and activities which includes social interaction there is also outdoor activities.
The staff are friendly approachable and understanding of individual children's needs.
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are never to busy to give you time if you need to know something or if you need help.
I feel the children are safe at all times due to if someone else was to pick your child up the staff put in a safe plan between you and staff.
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Review from E C (Aunt of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I often pick up my nephew from this nursery and he is always happy and content. He often talks about what he has done or who he has played with. Toddlers In nursery school are preparing him well for infant school and I will miss seeing all of their smiling faces when I go to collect him. He has enjoyed
his time at this nursery and is always very happy to go in and play.
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Review from Robin C (Grandfather of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandson has been going to this nursery for a few months now. He loves it he goes in with a smile and comes out with a smile at the end of his school day. The teachers are very kind, caring and obviously well trained. One day when taking him to nursery we turned into the nursery road and he punched
the air and said "Yeah nursery" I said to him do you like nursery he said yes I love it!
The teachers are always welcoming to myself and to the children.
This is a very friendly nursery and they truly deserve the Ofsted outstanding rating have received.
My grandson regularly comes out with drawings and artwork and craftwork he has done.
Well done to all the Toddlers In team, a great nursery to start a child's education.
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Review from Joyce G (Grandmother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at this wonderful nursery work tirelessly to make sure that every child is included and cared for.
The annual Christmas event must be so stressful, especially when a child is totally overwhelmed. They simply scooped her up and comforted a very special little girl.
Thankyou
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Review from Nicola C (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is absolutely thriving here, despite not settling at her previous nursery for 10 months. She goes in without hesitation and comes out with a smile.


They go above and beyond for their children and parents. One staff member in particular has made my daughter's nursery experience such a

positive one, totally turning it around after her first experience at a well-known franchise nursery, which wasn't pleasant at all.


It's so nurturing, you can tell it's a family run business. All of the staff are the same faces welcoming the children week to week, so they really know the children well. It was the best decision we made changing to this nursery and I couldn't recommend it more.

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Review from Mohammed T (Father of Child) published on 20 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Glad to have my child attending this nursery
Very good service .staff are very professional and helpful.


I would like to say thank you to all for their help also to look after our children.
My child seems very happy too . He made friend and evey time they do some activities he came and tell about

it all . Seems my child enjoy it.
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Review from Zara S (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has really enjoyed her time here , the staff are Warm and friendly and made my daughter feel very welcome and comfortable from day one. She has gained a lot of confidence and made lots of friends. She always comes home with loveky things she's been doing and making, overall a lovely experience.
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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 3yr old has been attending Toddlers-In Nursery since January and absolutely loves it. The staff were extremely welcoming from the first look around and continue to be ongoing, we are very happy with everything. The little one comes home very happy, we don't have a single concern!
We'd recommend
to anyone!
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Review from Natasha J (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves attending Toddlers In. She settled quickly and has grown so much in confidence. She has made lots of friends and loves all the staff, is always happy to go in and always comes out buzzing having enjoyed all the fun activities. She particularly likes when she gets to play on scooters
and bikes, especially when they have the opportunity to play outdoors. Our experience of the nursery has been 100% positive and I am grateful she is in safe hands and is very happy.
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Review from G G (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves toddlers inn nursery, all the staff are really caring and considerate and she has learnt and progressed so much since joining! My daughter leaves every day with a big smile on her face. The staff go above and beyond for myself and my daughter and I genuinely couldn't recommend a better
nursery for any child to attend too.
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Review from E W (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended the nursery, one is currently there now.
Toddlers-in is a welcoming, friendly home from home environment with enrichment and fulfilment for all the children. The team are incredible and care so much about all the kids. I highly recommend them to everyone.


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only thing that isn't perfect is limited outside space however their caring nature and knowing my child is safe is more important.
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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have now sent all three of my children to Toddlers In and would not think to go anywhere else. It is such a warm and fun atmosphere and the staff clearly care so much for the children. The children enjoy so many different activities and I have always appreciated how the staff makes note of each child's
interests and encourages them in that area. It really feels like an extension of family and has been a wonderful start to our family's early years education.
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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Toddlers Inn for the last 2 years and we both love it! The staff are amazing, so caring and in tune with each child's needs. The kids come out happy and are always doing new and creative things.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.952)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.952) out of 10 for Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.952 for Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd is calculated as follows: ( (379 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 398 Ratings = 4.952
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd is based on 34 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 96 number of registered child places is 19.2, which has been reached with 34 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Awards / Recognitions (1)

Meet the Team (1)

Victoria

Victoria Horsnall

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2005

Doctorate in Education
Masters in Early Childhood Education
Early Years Professional Status
BSc (Honours) Health Studies
Cache Level 3 in Pre School Practice


Designated Safeguarding Lead
Designated Fire Safety Officer
Designated Health & Safety Officer


Paediatric 1st Aid
Food Hygiene


British Sign Language Level 1

Frequently Asked Questions about Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd

What is the Age Range of Children that Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd accepts?

Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd Open?

Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd is open: Monday 09:15-15:00, Tuesday 09:15-15:00, Wednesday 09:15-15:00, Thursday 09:15-15:00, Friday 09:15-15:00.

How many Children does Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd have capacity for?

Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd has capacity for a total of 96 Children.

How far is Toddlers-In Nursery School Ltd to the centre of St Albans?

0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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