Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care and Early Education in Hemel Hempstead
We are a nurturing pre-school with 30 years of experience serving our local community. Established in 1995, our purpose-built Early Years Centre provides a secure, happy environment for children aged 2 to school start. Our qualified team maintains strict staff-to-child ratios and delivers high-quality learning through outdoor play, woodland activities, and structured sessions. Regular Ofsted inspections have consistently awarded us 'GOOD' ratings, and we hold the prestigious Early Years Quality Standards GOLD AWARD.Our commitment to diversity and special educational needs is recognised across Hertfordshire, with flexible session options accommodating working families. We maintain strong leadership, effective teamwork, and ongoing self-evaluation to ensure excellence in early years provision, as evidenced by our fourth Quality Standard Certificate. Parents consistently praise our staff's dedication, noting significant improvements in children's speech, social skills, and confidence.
Services
Pre-school education
Childcare sessions
Flexible hours
Early education funding
Holiday club
Woodland play
SEN support
Parent involvement
Ofsted-registered
EYQS award
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of proven experience in early years education
- Our Ofsted 'GOOD' rating reflects consistent quality childcare
- We hold the prestigious Early Years Quality Standards GOLD AWARD
- Our qualified team maintains strict staff-to-child ratio standards
- Flexible sessions accommodate working families' schedules
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- Early Years Quality Standards
- Pre-School Learning Alliance
What people say
Excellent childcare
Speech development
Caring staff
Confidence blossomed
Social skills improved
Services
Pre-school education
Structured educational programs for children aged 2 to school start, following Ofsted-registered curricula. Our sessions focus on developmental milestones through play-based learning. We maintain strict staff-to-child ratios to ensure individual attention and safety.
Childcare sessions
Flexible morning (9:00-12:00) and afternoon (12:30-15:00) sessions with optional lunch club. Full-day care available combining both sessions. Term-time provision with holiday club options during summer break.
Early education funding
Government-funded places available for eligible 2-4 year olds, including 15-hour and 30-hour weekly options. We assist parents with funding applications and eligibility checks for working families.
Woodland play
Specialised outdoor educational activities in natural environments. These sessions promote physical development, environmental awareness, and creative play through supervised woodland exploration and nature-based projects.
SEN support
Tailored support for children with special educational needs, delivered by trained staff. We implement individualised care plans and work closely with parents to ensure inclusive learning experiences.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We care for children from 2 years old until they start school.
Are your staff qualified?
Our team maintains strict staff-to-child ratios with all members holding relevant childcare qualifications.
Do you offer flexible hours?
Yes, we provide morning (9:00-12:00) and afternoon (12:30-15:00) sessions with full-day options.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, we are regularly inspected by Ofsted and received a 'GOOD' rating in all areas during our March 2025 inspection.
Do you accept government funding?
We accept 15-hour and 30-hour government-funded childcare places for eligible 2-4 year olds.
What makes you unique?
We combine 30 years' experience with the Early Years Quality Standards GOLD AWARD and woodland learning opportunities in our landscaped grounds.
