Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge

Aboyne Lodge School, Etna Road, St Albans AL3 5NL
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8.6 4 Reviews
  • Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge, St Albans
Apple Daycare at Aboyne Lodge is set right in the centre of St Albans.
Just one road back from the main High Street the nursery is within the grounds of Aboyne Lodge Junior and Infant School.
The building is set within a large green space and has a brand-new well equipped playground designed specifically for early years children.
The nursery has two large rooms, one for children from birth to 2 years and the other for children aged two years to 4 years old.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Samantha Baker (Owner/Manager)

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day Session 07:30-18:30
    Half Day Session 07:30-13:00 / 13:00-18:30
    Aboyne Lodge School sibling session 08:30-15:30


    Funding only and paid for sessions available.


    Please visit our website for up to date fees and funding information.

Opening 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 & Christmas

Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge Reviews (4)

8.6

Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.646) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge has 4 reviews.

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Review from Rahul R (Father of Child) published on 28 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you so much for helping our little one, Kya, settle in. She started nursery for the first time with you 3 months ago, and she has been so comfortable. We are certain that's down to the staff who look after her, particularly Helen and Charlotte who greet us every morning and afternoon at drop off
and pick up. Kya is so comfortable walking in, and we know she is happy there (perhaps due to the snacks - she is a big foodie!). Thanks again for all you are doing, it's much appreciated
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Review from Elisha W (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We placed our 4 month old into apple daycare at Aboyne and I have to say I was really nervous as he was still so small. However, Charlotte and Helen have been absolutely fantastic and really put my mind at ease. I'm kept updated throughout the day with messages and images and any questions they may
have are asked straight away. My little boy has settled in straight away and has a huge smile on his face any time he sees Charlotte and Helen; so thank you all for maki my the experience a great one and for caring so much about my little one!
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Review from H B (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 1 year old started at Apple Daycare recently and I cannot fault it. Having had previous nursery experiences with my elder son, Apple is by far superior in its setting, cleanliness, focus on providing a lovely environment and above all else wonderful care. Couldn't recommend highly enough
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Apple Daycare have taken such good care of my daughter since she joined at the beginning of May. They could not have done more to help her settle and make sure she has fun whilst learning each day. Each staff member is very professional whilst being approachable and friendly.
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Current Review Score: 8.6 (8.646)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.6 (8.646) out of 10 for Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge 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 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.7 out of 5 from 4 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 4.938 for Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (45 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 48 Ratings = 4.938
  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 3.708 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge is based on 4 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 = 3.375
    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 60 number of registered child places is 12. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 12 = 0.333
  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 (5)

Samantha

Samantha Baker

Job Title: Head of Nursery Joined: 2010

Qualifications:
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.

Samantha

Samantha Pleasant

Job Title: Group Operations Manager Joined: 2013

Qualifications:
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.

Madison

Madison Knight

Job Title: Registrar Joined: 2019

Qualifications:
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.

Charlotte

Charlotte Blackwell

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2019

Qualifications:
- Level 3 Early Years Educator
- Paediatric First Aid 

Helen

Helen King

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2025

Qualifications:
- Master's in Early Years Education

Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge

What is the Age Range of Children that Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge accepts?

Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years.

What Days & Hours is Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge Open?

Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge 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 Aboyne Lodge have capacity for?

Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge to the centre of St Albans?

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

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