The House That Jack Built Nursery

1 Bennett’s Gate, Hemel Hempstead HP3 8EW
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9.8 28 Reviews
  • The House That Jack Built Nursery, Hemel Hempstead
The House That Jack Built nursery is based in Bennetts End in Hemel Hempstead HP3 8EW.

The nursery is open five days a week, Monday to Friday, welcoming everyone at 8 and closing at 6pm.

The education offered is fun, investigative, exploratory, and exciting. Children have a lifelong love of learning.

Activities are developed around a story of the week, phonic sound of the week, and various themed 'tough spot' trays for the little ones to engage with.

Working closely in partnership with parents, staff have an open-door policy so if a parent/carer has any questions staff will always be able to answer them.
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Funding & Fees

8am-6pm £76.00.


8am-1pm £44.00


1pm-6pm £44.00

We take funding and have some term time only spaces available.

Contact The House That Jack Built Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Contact The House That Jack Built Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • Philbec Nurseries Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Natalie Medon (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 54

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Free parking outside the nursery

The House That Jack Built Nursery Reviews (28)

9.8

The House That Jack Built Nursery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.792) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The House That Jack Built Nursery has 28 reviews.

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Review from I K (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't recommend the nursery enough! My little one has been there since she was 8 months old. They're very attentive to detail and super responsive if anything happens. The chef is amazing - there's a great variety of food and fresh fruit on offer. The staff are dedicated and keep the app super up-to-date
with what's going on.
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryGood morning
Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and it means a lot to us.
Kind regards
Phillippa
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Review from Muthu Karunarathna K (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had a wonderful experience with this nursery. Our child started here when she was around seven months old and is now almost three. Over this time we have seen incredible growth in her confidence, communication and independence. The team provides a warm, caring and stimulating environment where
children are encouraged to explore, learn and express themselves.


The range of activities is fantastic, from reading and storytelling to creative play, music and outdoor activities. We have particularly noticed how much her language and social skills have developed through the daily interactions and structured learning.


The food provided is also very good, with healthy and balanced meals which she enjoys. It is reassuring to know she is well cared for and happy during the day.


Overall, we are very grateful for the support, care and dedication that goes into helping children grow and learn. It has been lovely to see how confident and curious she has become.

Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryGood morning
Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and it means a-lot to us.
Kind regards
Phillippa
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Review from Hussein R (Father of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Honestly, we couldn't be happier with this nursery. I've heard plenty of stories about issues elsewhere, but we're genuinely proud of the one we chose. A big thank you to Katie and Jade, who have been with our son since he started at just 10 months old. They've managed his allergies with so much care
and always put his best interests first. We love getting regular updates on his development, and whenever we're able to visit inside, the organisation and condition of the rooms really stand out. It's so reassuring knowing he's in a clean, safe space where he can grow and thrive.
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you for your amazing review, it really means a lot to the whole team.Many thanks Phillippa
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Review from E W (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love love THTJB nursery.They are fab.
My oldest went there and my 1 year old just started too, and she loves it.
I trust them 100%.
Lot of space for the kids.
Keep on with the good job guys!!!
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you so much for your lovely review, this is greatly appreciated.Many thanksPhillippa :)
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Review from Demi M (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't thank this nursery enough for the support and guidance since my son starting in January they have been amazing towards me and towards him , my son started with a lot of speech delay and since starting the nursery his words and sentences are coming along brilliant ! considering he has separation
anxiety from me he loves to attend nursery and talks about adults in his class a lot at home , I'm happy and content leaving him here knowing he's going to have a fantastic day !
Thanks for all your help :)
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you so much for your lovely review, this is greatly appreciated.Many thanksPhillippa :)
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Review from Monica O (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery for two years, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. The teachers are absolutely amazing, they are caring, attentive, and always keep me updated on everything. My little one loves going each day, which says a lot about how welcoming and nurturing the
environment is. The nursery offers a wide variety of fun and engaging activities, and the food provided is always yummy. What I appreciate most is how involved the staff are in my son's development. He has been a little behind in some areas, but the teachers have been supportive, patient, and proactive in helping him grow and catch up. THTJB has been a wonderful part of our lives, and I'm so grateful for the care and dedication they show every single day.
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you so much for your lovely review, this is greatly appreciated.Many thanksPhillippa :)
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Review from Aimen I (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter goes to THTJB nursery since she was 9 months old and this has been the best decision ever. She has thrived in this nursery with the best carers. The staff is extremely professional and caring and have gone above and beyond for my daughter. She's independent and very chatty. Absolutely love
the nursery and recommend it 100%
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you so much for your lovely review, this is greatly appreciated.Many thanksPhillippa :)
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Review from Seren A (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy is 2 and he absolutely loves coming here. From the very first day, the staff made us both feel so welcome and at ease. They are so caring and attentive, and I can see how much my son enjoys his time there, he always goes in with a smile and comes home happy and content. It's such a relief
knowing he's in a safe, nurturing environment where he's growing in confidence every day. I couldn't recommend The House That Jack Built Nursery enough.
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate it.kind RegardsPhillippa
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Review from R P (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The House That Jack Built is a fantastic nursery and I can't sing their praises highly enough. The staff are so genuinely kind and caring and our son adores them. They make me feel very confident leaving my son with them, and I know I can always check in with any concerns I might have during the day.
The activities they do with the children are very good and always educational. Our little boy's development has excelled since he started at THTJB and for that we can't thank the staff enough. I would recommend the nursery to anyone and I am so glad we chose this wonderful setting for our child.
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate it.kind RegardsPhillippa
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Review from Sara T (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are lovely very friendly and look after my child really well my child loves being there they always let you know what's happening and what the children are learning you can clearly tell there all doing a really good job
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate it.kind RegardsPhillippa
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Review from D M (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend this nursery to everyone I really appreciate all the hard work the staff/ keyworkers put in to ensure all the children are loved and cared for xxx i have never left my son anywhere before since the day he was born, not even with a family member and i was so so anxious about
sending him to nursery but all the staff members are so lovely, caring, friendly and have a warm nurturing attitude which has put me at ease and i know my son is in safe hands thank you so much for all that you all do.. i really appreciate it xxx
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you for your amazing review, it is greatly appreciated and means a lot to us.Kind RegardsPhillippa
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Review from B O (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
THTJB IS the perfect nursery, I will say. My child's communication has really improved since she attended. The staff there are brilliant and really nice. I will choose this over and over again. When my child is in school, I don't have to panic. I always see my child's progress via the app.
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you for your lovely review, it really means a lot to us.Kind RegardsPhillippa
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Review from A K (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely thrilled with our experience. The staff are incredibly warm and attentive, and the environment is clean, bright, and full of fun, engaging activities. My child has grown so much socially since joining. We love the regular updates and open communication, making us feel involved every step
of the way. Highly recommend this nursery for any parent seeking a caring and supportive space for their child.
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Review from Andreea A (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am deeply impressed by how my son was treated by every single person at the nursery. They've been so kind, always patient, always understanding. On top of that their education programme is shaping our children impressively. I took my son from 6 months and he learned there how to be independent while
eating, how to develop the love for books, how to have a diverse and healthy diet for his age, how to interact with other children and many others. He shown excitement every time he sees the purple door of this nursery. He recognizes it as something great to look for. Also the staff are well trained to recognize early signs of a health problem and advise the parents accordingly so illnesses are not spread or the child is treated early.
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Review from E D (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very impressed with all the activities that they do with the children, the staff are lovely and my child has a great bond with keyworker, the toys and equipment available to help their learning.
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Review from Asanti R (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely outstanding nursery. They care so much about the children and always have their best interests at heart. You get weekly updates on what your child has gotten up to, daily updates on what they've eaten, nap times etc. The staff are all so lovely too. Can't fault the nursery at all. Well worth
the money!
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Review from Ben S (Father of Child) published on 31 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m not accustomed to leaving reviews - good or bad - but I feel The House That Jack Built Nursery deserves the exception! Our children have been attending the nursery for about a year and their growth and development in that time has been just amazing. The staff and management create a wonderful environment
in which the kids can explore, learn, play and develop their skills and personalities. At the same time, the nursery provides parents with the comfort and security that the children are in safe hands, responding to any issues quickly and proactively. The nursery is very much a part of our lives and we are grateful for their caring approach, their expertise and their positive impact.
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Review from Rashpal S (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our twins have been attending the nursery for a year now, their development and growth over this year has been amazing - they have truly grown. The nursery is bright and warm, they have new resources which are suitable for children with all needs. The thoughts and efforts that go into activities are
always varied and fun. I have found all the staff to be so loving, caring and kind towards the children, they are respectful and communicate well with us as parents. I trust in the nursery, I don’t worry about the twins when they are there as I know they are well looked after, safe and having so much fun. They love going to nursery, playing and seeing their friends. Would recommend it without a doubt! Thank you for all you do.
Reply from Phillippa Munns, Manager at The House That Jack Built NurseryThank you so much for your lovely comment they really mean so much to everyone.
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Review from Jayshree K (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was a little worried as my daughter didn’t settle well into a different nursery but I had no need to worry. Staff at Bennett’s End were amazing and my daughter loves it there. She’s constantly talking about all her friends and teachers. I can’t thank the staff enough for making her feel so welcomed
and happy. Her confidence as grown massively.
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Review from Z F (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such amazing and caring staff, my daughter is so happy and loves going to nursery! The girls always have such good activities for the children and I look forward to looking at the blog update pictures you receive every week!
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.792)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.792) out of 10 for The House That Jack Built Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 15 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 4.917 for The House That Jack Built Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (167 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.917
  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 4.875 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The House That Jack Built Nursery is based on 15 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.875
    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 54 number of registered child places is 10.8, which has been reached with 15 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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Meet the Team (3)

Natalie

Natalie Medon

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2022

Hello, I’m Natalie. I'm the manager at The House That Jack Built Nursery. I have many years of experience in childcare. I am qualified at level 5


I’m passionate about supporting children’s development and creating a safe, nurturing environment where they can grow. I believe the early years are the most important in shaping a child’s future, and I take pride in leading a team that supports children’s growth, learning, and well-being every day. I enjoy leading a team, working with families, and making a positive impact every day.

Zoe

Zoe Frame

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2022

Hello, my name is Zoe, and I'm the lead practitioner in the Tiny Dreamers room at The House That Jack Built Nursery in Hemel.


I've been working with babies for more than 15 years.

I love watching the children grow and meeting their milestones.

I have a level 3 in children's care, I'm a deputy manager and senco and health and safety officer.

Jade

Jade Kemp

Job Title: Lead Practitioner Baby Room and Third in Charge Joined: 2022

Hello, I’m Jade and I’m the Lead Practitioner in The Little Dreamers Room at The house that Jack built nursery, Hemel Hempstead.


I’ve been in childcare for over 10 years, and I love supporting your children to reach their milestones and have fun.

I have a level 3 childcare qualification, and I am currently completing my Level 5.
I’m also the 3rd in Charge, Senco and Fire Safety Officer. I love learning and developing my childcare knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions about The House That Jack Built Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that The House That Jack Built Nursery accepts?

The House That Jack Built Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The House That Jack Built Nursery Open?

The House That Jack Built Nursery is open: 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.

How many Children does The House That Jack Built Nursery have capacity for?

The House That Jack Built Nursery has capacity for a total of 54 Children.

How far is The House That Jack Built Nursery to the centre of Hemel Hempstead?

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

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