





Apple Daycare Ltd applies the principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage and adopts a child-centred approach. Each day is carefully planned to cater to the specific needs of the children, incorporating a variety of engaging activities to support each child's learning and development.
Apple Daycare at Wild Hill has two large rooms.
The main hall is the preschool room and is suitable for children aged 2 to 5 years. The preschool...
Funding & Fees
Half Day Session 07:30-13:00 / 13:00-18:30
Funding only and paid for sessions available.
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Apple Daycare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Samantha Baker (Owner/Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 18
Total Places for Children
- 60
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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 & week in between Christmas & New year
Parking
- There is plenty of onsite parking at the Wild Hill Nursery.
Apple Daycare Wild Hill Reviews (42)
Apple Daycare Wild Hill has a Review Score of 10 (9.960) out of 10, based on 42 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Apple Daycare Wild Hill has 42 reviews.
My little boy recently joined the preschool and I can't give them enough praise he's always happy when he comes out asks when he's next going and loves the staff! Couldn't recommend this pre school enough to other parents, the staff make you feel so welcome and you're always updated and can see what the little tots are up to when at the preschool!
My wife and I have been so happy and impressed with the care and attention our daughter has received since starting at the Apple Daycare at Wild Hill. They always meet us with an enthusiastic smile in the morning at drop-off and we've seen our daughter settle right in and is excited every time she goes to nursery. The site itself is also in a lovely countryside location with immediate access to nature and outdoor spaces. The daily updates - either in person when collecting her, or via the app which includes photos of her playing and interacting - is greatly appreciated and gives us such a lovely insight into her day there. It was definitely a bit nerve-wracking when we were looking at different nurseries to whom we'd be entrusting the care and development of our daughter, but we could not have made a better choice and we are so happy with the Apple Daycare team and everything they provide - we would definitely recommend them to any parents looking for a safe, happy, and stimulating environment.
My child has been at the nursery since 1. The staff are all lovely and she has built strong relationships with them, often excited to see them each day. The staff go to great lengths to set up lots of activities including dedicated shaded areas during the hot summer days, sports events on the tennis courts and participating in various engaging sessions such as dance or singing, sometimes facilitated by external entertainers. Overall, she thoroughly enjoys her time there.
We have had a brilliant experience at Apple. The staff are friendly and the range of activities they do with the children is fantastic. I would highly recommend to any parents looking for a nurturing and supportive environment.
We have noticed a huge change in our child's speech which is amazing for the short time he has been there. My child loves going in to nursery and loves seeing everyone. The nursery boasts impressive outdoor areas, including access to a nearby park, allowing children to enjoy fresh air and active play in all weather conditions. Fresh, home-cooked meals the variety is amazing our child is quite picky and they always go above and beyond to make sure they are catered for. We would wholeheartedly recommend Apple Day Care to any family looking for a nurturing, enriching, and well-run early years setting.
Apple Daycare Will Hill is fantastic! The setting is very spacious and relaxed, with a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities for the children. The staff make sure there is a good mix of adult-led educational and fun tasks, as well as having child-led time to explore independently. We've had some lovely arts and crafts to bring home and keep, and the staff go the extra mile to know your child and their interests. Each day we receive a detailed update of the activities, food, sleep, and nappy changes, along with photos, which is so reassuring when you are not with your child. The staff are so lovely and I am very comfortable leaving my son in their hands because I know he's being well looked after and having fun! He often doesn't want to leave to go home!!
Excellent nursery. My daughter is always so excited to go and has the best time. She's learning so much and making great friends. All the staff are warm, friendly and very helpful. They cannot do enough. I'm very comfortable and confident leaving my daughter in their care. We're looking forward to increasing our hours in Sept.
Both my children absolutely love it at Newgate Street Village Hall and every single member of staff is fantastic.
They have the most fun at nursery and the team at Newgate street are so proactive, kind and friendly. The app is also great and updated immediately, I always look forward to the pictures and reviews of what my children have been up to
Apple Daycare have a "no bad weather, just the wrong clothes" ethos, which has been great for our daughter. They have puddle suits for the children and bundle them up and get them outside every day that they can.
The nursery itself is well appointed, clean and bright, with lovely toys, tough trays of incredibly creative sensory play, books and loads more. They have a visiting music and dance teacher too.
The relationships built by these guys and the children means you know they're cared for not just physically, but emotionally too, and it shows in how comfortable and confident the children are.
Great Nursery, the staff are lovely and great with the children.
The kids always are well entertained and the actives they do with them are great.
I am very fond of the nursery and so happy I sent my child there.
Thank you for everything you guys do!
An amazing nursery! In the beginning I was very nervous leaving my children but the management and staff are absolutely amazing and always reassuring - updating me. If I ask for any tips they're always ready to help. Always friendly and happy with greeting both parents and children. My kids started with limited speech and now are able to form sentences in less than a year of being at Appleday Care Newgate Street. A wonderful learning environment!
We've been amazed at how much she has developed in such a short time. Her confidence has blossomed, her language has grown so much, and she's forming lovely friendships. It's clear the team put so much thought and care into creating a space that is not only fun and engaging but also supports each child's learning and emotional growth.
The range of activities offered is fantastic. From messy play and outdoor adventures to stories, music, and creative projects. We truly couldn't have asked for a better nursery experience. Wild Hill has given our daughter such a strong, joyful start to her early years, and we feel incredibly lucky to be part of such a nurturing community. We recommend it wholeheartedly!
The staff are really amazing - warm, attentive, and genuinely care for your child which was a huge thing for us when selecting a nursery for our son. Every day he's welcomed with big smiles and reassurance, we've really seen him grow in confidence because of the environment they've created. Recently we had a new baby and they have really supported us as a family to help our son with the transition - they really do go above and beyond!
A special thank you to his key worker for being such a positive, supportive part of our son's early years and we will without a doubt be sending our daughter when it's time for her to start nursery.
We love sending our child to Wild Hill. He toddles in with a smile on his face to be greeted by such lovely staff. And as excited as he is to see us at the end of the day you can tell he's sad to leave. We get some amazing photos showing him learning new things and having fun with the staff. When we had our settle in session the staff had taken the effort to learn his name and knew that he liked playing with cars. It's a lovely atmosphere and we're so pleased to see how happy he is there.
Our little one has just started at WildHill, the staff are warming, kind and always keep us in the loop with how the day is going and how he is getting on. He has only just joined nursery at 16 months and although he still cries a bit when I leave I know he is in such good care and the tears don't last. The staff always respond promptly to my questions and I'm really pleased I chose WildHill.
Our son has been going to Wild Hill since February and it is his first setting that he has been to and I am so pleased he has settled in so well! The team at Wild Hill are so accommodating, ensuring that if we had any queries, they would be dealt with quickly. We love that everyone we have met has been so welcoming and loving towards our son and to us too! Communication is fantastic which helped settle nerves for us as first time parents. One of the main things that we love about Wild Hill is the activities that they provide, they are exceptional! We found that our son has come on leaps and bounds since starting and feel that it's down to the opportunities that Wild Hill provide. Thank you so much for everything you do!
learning so much and I love seeing how happy she with the regular daily updates I get through the app. My mind is always put at ease with how attentive the staff are, and there is always such a variety of activities throughout the day which usually involves lots of time outside which my daughter loves!
My little boy has been coming here since his first birthday in March and I've been so happy we picked apple daycare. I viewed loads of nurseries and wasn't sold on a lot of them but got a great feeling when viewing Wild Hill and have been so glad since we went with it even though was a bit further away for us! All the staff are so lovely and kind which is so comforting knowing your little one is being looked after with love! My little boy took a little while to settle which I know is completely normal for most regardless of the nursery but the staff were amazing and reassuring which made it so much easier for me and now I always look forward to seeing the pictures from the day as I can tell how happy he is and how much he enjoys his days which makes being back at work so much easier! Thank you to all the lovely staff at Wild Hill for all you do.
The team really takes the time to get to know each child, and it's clear they are passionate about helping them thrive. We feel so lucky to have found such a wonderful place for our daughter! Highly recommend
Our daughter seems to enjoy the tasty home cooked meals. We get consistent updates on the ey app at the end of the day.
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Meet the Team (5)
Cache Diploma, Level 3 in Children’s and Young Peoples' Work Force.
OFSTED Registered Childminder, graded as Outstanding in all areas.
Paediatric First Aid
Samantha (Sam) has extensive childcare experience, including having 2 children of her own. She initially started Apple Daycare as a childminding services before transitioning into a nursery in 2013 and then expanded Apple Daycare into a nursery group in 2015.
Before having children, Sam worked as a singer/song writer and makeup artist. She studied theatre and creative arts at the Guild Hall London and has many skills as a musician and performer, which she loves to incorporate into her practice.
Level 6, holding a BA(Hons) in Special Educational Needs.
Paediatric First Aid
Samantha ( Sammie) is mainly responsible for managing the team at all five settings, arranging the staff rotas to ensure we have the right number of staff at the right place at the right time, and managing SENCO responsibilities.
She is married to John and they have a daughter Rosemary-Belle.
BA(Hons) in History from The University of Bristol.
Paediatric First Aid
Madison worked as an Angel for Apple in 2019 & has now returned to handle the registration responsibilities, including booking and conducting viewings, creating care plans, and amending current care.
Level 4 Early Years Education
Extensive Understanding Autism training
Paediatric First Aid
Level 4 in Early Years
Paediatric First Aid
SENCO training
Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Daycare Wild Hill
What is the Age Range of Children that Apple Daycare Wild Hill accepts?
Apple Daycare Wild Hill accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Apple Daycare Wild Hill Open?
Apple Daycare Wild Hill is open: 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.
How many Children does Apple Daycare Wild Hill have capacity for?
Apple Daycare Wild Hill has capacity for a total of 60 Children.
How far is Apple Daycare Wild Hill to the centre of Hatfield?
2.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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