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Be Me Day Nurseries Ridgmont Road St Albans

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2025)
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5.0(6 parent reviews) ·33a Ridgmont Road, St Albans, AL1 3AH · Hertfordshire
Number of places
70 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2025
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

Be Me Day Nurseries, operated by the Kent Family since 2013, embraces a philosophy celebrating individuality and diversity within its childcare community. The nursery is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where children, staff, and parents feel truly valued.

They believe in fostering each child's unique personality, creativity, and potential, encouraging them to be their authentic selves. The nursery's ethos is built on core values and affirmations, inspiring children to be confident, empathetic, curious, imaginative, brave, and resilient.

With a focus on promoting family values, Be Me Day Nurseries aims to help children and families learn and thrive together. The group boasts an 11-year history of excellence in early years, backed by 6 consecutive Ofsted Outstanding Inspections.

Their founder, Anthony Kent, developed the brand identity and values based on positive affirmations he shares with his own children. They strive for outstanding quality in their daily operations to ensure an outstanding experience for all.

What it's like

Leaders and staff create a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and valued. Children form secure attachments through a well-established key-person system, which supports their well-being and fosters growing independence. Children flourish through an ambitious, well-structured curriculum, carefully designed by leaders to reflect their interests and foster a love for books.

Family ValuesIndividuality and DiversityOfsted Outstanding

Pricing & funding

Fees are billed monthly in advance and calculated across 51 weeks of the year, reflecting a week-long closure over Christmas. Full fees remain payable during sickness, personal holidays, and bank holidays. A non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a booking.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees are due in advance on the 1st of each month.
  • A non-refundable registration fee is required to book a place.
  • Fees are calculated over 51 weeks of the year, closing between Christmas and New Year.
  • Fees remain payable during periods of sickness, personal holidays, and public holidays.
  • Fees are reviewed annually in September.

Key facts

Opening hours

Core hours are 7:30am until 6:30pm. Half Days AM: 7:30am-1pm or PM: 1pm -6:30pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2011

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Be Me Day Nurseries Ridgmont Road St Albans

Last inspected 30 July 2025 · Keiley Pedro

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

Leaders and staff create a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and valued. Children form secure attachments through a well-established key-person system, which supports their well-being and fosters growing independence. Children flourish through an ambitious, well-structured curriculum, carefully designed by leaders to reflect their interests and foster a love for books.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders and staff create a warm and nurturing environment, where children feel safe and valued.
  • Children flourish through an ambitious, well-structured curriculum, carefully designed by leaders to reflect their interests and foster a love for books.
  • Staff place a strong emphasis on developing communication and literacy skills throughout the setting.
  • Children are encouraged to express their preferences and opinions in meaningful ways.
  • Children's independence and confidence are a central focus across the setting.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff in how they communicate with children during activities so that children can concentrate and listen attentively and so staff can provide time for children to process information and respond.
Inspection #10399875 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff work closely with outside professionals to ensure all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), receive the support they need.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy a healthy lifestyle through daily outdoor play, engaging in fresh air and physical activities that support their well-being. They ride wheeled toys, make 'spinach soup' in the mud kitchen and create a car wash while out in the garden.

Parent Reviews of Be Me Day Nurseries Ridgmont Road St Albans

5.0
(6)
Alison Bowler
3 years ago

Our daughter loved her time at Monkey Puzzle. * Kind and caring staff. * Great range of activities throughout the day. * Varied menu. * External providers run yoga, music and multi-sport activity sessions several times a week within the nursery setting * Secure app allows you to see photos and feedback.

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Steven ZHANG
6 years ago

My son had a really good time learning and growing here at Monkey Puzzle(MP) Ridgmont Road. He started nursery at over 3 years old, and in Red Monkey room. I am leaving my comment on the last day my son goes here. It was an unforgettable journey, with loads of help, supported, love and memories. Thanks for all the welcoming and supportive staffs, as well as, the lovely kids and friendly parents. Glad to have crossed path with many people here. Would definitely recommend to apply a place as early as possible to avoid the queue to get in👊 It is an inclusive environment, and the MP team is making customised plans to help grow and develop child according to the needs(in line with EYFS-early year foundation stage) . There are also a range of activities for kids to choose from. Language classes is a highlight for us. Italian, Spanish and Chinese(Mandarin) is taught in Red Monkeys class. Besides the routine review and activities, I still remembered there were two times, my wife and I were invited to the nursery to solve some specific problems, that related to my son's behavior and wellbeing. I appreciated the way the nursery and family can work together to help make a consistent growing environment, which had positive impact on my son's development. My family are impressed on the development of my son's social, emotional and language skills. He is confident, excited to learn, and we feel he is definitely ready to grow in the next stage. In one word, we love Monkey Puzzle! Thanks for the whole team.

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Anais Lachaud
4 years ago

Really good nursery - the staff was really nice to my son and helped him settle a lot when he started. A really positive point too is that they give you lots of updates and post pictures on the app during the day so you can track and communicate with the team super easily. Also, big thanks to the management team Rik and Mike who have been extremely accomodating.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2012

  • July 2025Good
  • December 2019Outstanding
  • October 2015Outstanding
  • May 2012Outstanding

Frequently asked about Be Me Day Nurseries Ridgmont Road St Albans

About the setting

Be Me Day Nursery Ridgmont Road registered in 2011. The nursery employs 33 members of childcare staff, with 20 holding early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The nursery operates from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6.30pm. The nursery provides funded early education for all eligible children.

URN
EY434599
Registered person
Ridgmont Road Nursery Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Outstanding

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