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Abbot's Hill Nursery # Abbot's Hill Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2016) · Abbot's Hill School, Bunkers Lane, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 8RP · Hertfordshire Number of places 61 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2016 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Abbot's Hill Nursery, situated between Hemel Hempstead and Kings Langley, offers an exceptional educational environment within its expansive 76-acre grounds. The nursery is part of Abbot's Hill School, an established independent institution that has historically provided education for girls for over a century and is transitioning to fully co-educational by 2026. The school prides itself on fostering an atmosphere where children are encouraged to excel academically, discover their unique talents, and grow into confident, compassionate individuals. Their approach, encapsulated by the phrase 'brilliance in balance,' prioritises well-being, future-preparedness, and happiness alongside academic rigour. The nursery focuses on providing individualised attention and a stimulating learning experience, laying a strong foundation for a child's educational journey within a supportive school community. Our ethos Abbot's Hill Nursery's philosophy, 'brilliance in balance,' prioritises children's well-being, happiness, and future-preparedness alongside academic rigour. They aim to foster individual talents and encourage children to grow into confident, compassionate individuals within a supportive community. What it's like Children are motivated to learn in the bright and stimulating environment and are supported to make informed decisions about their day. Parents appreciate the close attention the key person places on their individual preferences for their child's care and a gradual settling-in process helps children form close attachments to adults. Independent School Co-educational by 2026 76-acre campus Award-winning nursery ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Tiny Toes Short Day £82 / day - Tiny Toes Full Day £92 / day - Footsteps Short Day £87.50 / day - Footsteps Full Day £97.50 / day - Stepping Up Short Day £93 / day See 4 more ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.30pm, open 50 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Established 2015 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Abbot's Hill Nursery Inspection date Sept 2016 Inspection no. 1029486 Lead inspector Rachel Pepper Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/2622995)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY490982) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=abbot-s-hill-nursery-hp3-8rp) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Abbot's Hill Nursery Last inspected 8 September 2016 · Rachel Pepper Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are motivated to learn in the bright and stimulating environment and are supported to make informed decisions about their day. Parents appreciate the close attention the key person places on their individual preferences for their child's care and a gradual settling-in process helps children form close attachments to adults. Inspector highlights - Ambitious management team that reflects and plans improvements - Children are motivated in a bright and stimulating environment - Close links to the onsite school provide additional support and resources - Parents appreciate the close attention of key persons and effective settling-in - Arrangements for safeguarding are robust, including rigorous recruitment and monitored access Areas to develop - 1 evaluate the plans for development in order to identify the impact changes have on children's learning and development - 2 explore further ways to include parents in extending children's learning at home to enable them to make the best possible progress Inspection #1029486 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/2622995) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space The inspector observed activities outdoors and accompanied children on a walk to the forest. Children collect sticks in the forest and learn mathematical concepts such as big and tallest, and they learn about wildlife such as snails and different types of birds. Inspection history Most recent inspection 8 September 2016 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/2622995) ## Frequently asked about Abbot's Hill Nursery ### Does Abbot's Hill Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### Which funded hours does Abbot's Hill Nursery accept? ### Does Abbot's Hill Nursery take babies? ### Where is Abbot's Hill Nursery located? ### When was Abbot's Hill Nursery established? ### What outdoor learning does Abbot's Hill Nursery provide? ## Nearby day nurseries in Hemel Hempstead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Abbot's Hill Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Raccoons Day Nursery (Apsley) Hemel Hempstead · HP3 9XE 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-raccoons-day-nursery-apsley-hp3-9xe-ey498699) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 0.7 mi ### Cherry Tree Bi-Lingual Day Nursery Hemel Hempstead · HP3 9UH ](/nursery/cherry-tree-bi-lingual-day-nursery-hp3-9uh-2818485) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### The house that Jack built nursery Hemel Hempstead · HP3 8EW 4.5(14 reviews) ](/nursery/the-house-that-jack-built-nursery-hp3-8ew-2688484) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Flower Pots Day Nursery (Kings Langley) Kings Langley · WD4 8BJ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/flower-pots-day-nursery-kings-langley-wd4-8bj-2644416) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Flower Pots Day Nursery (Apsley) Hemel Hempstead · HP3 9SP 4.6(19 reviews) ](/nursery/flower-pots-day-nursery-apsley-hp3-9sp-2567934) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Busy Bees Aspsley Hemel Hempstead · HP3 9RG 3.4(21 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-aspsley-hp3-9rg-ey364529) [See all nurseries in Hemel Hempstead →](/search?q=Hemel+Hempstead) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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