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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle # Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jun 2022) · Simon Balle All-Through School, Larch Centre, Hertford, SG13 8AJ · Hertfordshire Number of places 78 places Age range 3–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 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 Busy Lizzies at Simon Balle offers a nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel secure and eager to learn. The nursery aims to provide a 'home from home' experience, fostering resilience and independence through a blend of play, investigation, and small group activities. With a strong emphasis on continuous learning and development, the dedicated team, boasting over 60 years of collective childcare experience, thoughtfully curates activities and resources to challenge and engage every child. The setting is rich with unique features, including a 'WOW! room' for phonics, a Forest School for weekly outdoor exploration and pond dipping, and even an on-site farm with animals. Children also benefit from a covered outdoor area for free-flow play regardless of weather, a mud kitchen, and gardening opportunities to grow their own fruits and vegetables. The nursery ensures a smooth transition for children moving to reception classes, maintaining strong links with primary schools. Daily activities include Music and Movement and mini Yoga, promoting holistic development. Our ethos Busy Lizzies at Simon Balle aims to provide a 'home from home' experience, fostering resilience and independence through a blend of play, investigation, and small group activities. They emphasise continuous learning and development, offering a rich environment with unique features like a Forest School, an on-site farm, and opportunities for gardening and outdoor play in all weather. The nursery also focuses on holistic development through activities like Music and Movement and mini Yoga. What it's like Children are happy and thrive in this nursery due to outstanding experiences. They separate from parents with ease, or can use a "Wow" room for support, and become immediately immersed in activities planned around their interests. Children are kind to each other, behaviour is outstanding, and they know how to stay safe while taking educated risks on play equipment. Forest School On-site farm High staff-to-child ratios Yoga and Music & Movement sessions Focus on outdoor play ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](http://busylizziesatsimonballe.co.uk/sessions-and-costs) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10215507 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188460)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2544917) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](http://busylizziesatsimonballe.co.uk) Simon Balle All-Through School, Larch Centre, Hertford, SG13 8AJ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.0707/51.79266/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Hertford - [Day nurseries in Hertford](/search?q=Hertford) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=busy-lizzies-at-simon-balle-sg13-8aj-2544917) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.45am to 6.30pm during term time and from 8am to 5pm in the school holidays Age range Children aged 3 years and above (starting the September after they turn 3) Session types Nursery, Breakfast Club, Afterschool Club Term time / All Year Mixed Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle Last inspected 9 June 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are happy and thrive in this nursery due to outstanding experiences. They separate from parents with ease, or can use a "Wow" room for support, and become immediately immersed in activities planned around their interests. Children are kind to each other, behaviour is outstanding, and they know how to stay safe while taking educated risks on play equipment. Inspector highlights - Staff have outstanding knowledge of the children and build excellent partnerships with parents to support the whole family. - All children make rapid progress in communication and language development, with staff providing high-quality teaching and support from a speech and language therapist. - The relationship with the school is outstanding, ensuring seamless transitions for children and shared information between Reception teachers and nursery staff. - The nursery environment is effectively structured and adapted to meet the needs of all children, including an outdoor space that reflects the indoor provision. - The manager is highly ambitious and passionate about creating amazing opportunities for children, providing superb support for the staff team. Inspection #10215507 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188460) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on the clear communication systems in place to ensure they are part of their children's learning journey. > Parents find all of the staff approachable and appreciate the hard work the team puts in to create an outstanding setting. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children make rapid progress in their communication and language development. Younger and less-able children have access to high-quality communication and language teaching. The manager uses additional funding, as well as the nursery's own income, to access a speech and language therapist to support children's language development. Outdoor space The outside space is reflective of the inside and caters for those children who prefer to be outside. Children know to stay safe while out on the big playground and take educated risks as they climb the larger school play equipment, knowing a staff member is close by to support them if necessary. Inspection history Most recent inspection 9 June 2022 Outstanding 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/50188460) ## Frequently asked about Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle ### What outdoor space does Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle have? ### How are meals handled at Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle? ### How does Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle support children with SEND? ### Does Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle have an Ofsted rating? ### Which funded hours does Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle accept? ### Which area does Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle serve? ### What is the age range at Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle? ## Nearby day nurseries in Hertford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Lizzies At Simon Balle. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Bright Horizons Hertford Day Nursery and Preschool Hertford · SG13 7NN 4.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-hertford-day-nursery-and-preschool-sg13-7nn-2540732) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### Mini Morgans Nursery Hertford · SG13 8DR 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/mini-morgans-nursery-sg13-8dr-2867483) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Hertford Hertford · SG14 1JA 4.3(16 reviews) ](/nursery/ashbourne-day-nurseries-at-hertford-sg14-1ja-2634351) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Tiny Toes Day Nursery & Pre-School (Hertford) Hertford · SG14 1PL 5.0(40 reviews) ](/nursery/tiny-toes-day-nursery-pre-school-hertford-limited-sg14-1pl-ey552760) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Hertford Hartham Park Port Hill · SG14 1QS 4.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-hertford-hartham-park-sg14-1qs-123976) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### River View Day Nursery Hertford · SG14 1LR 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/river-view-day-nursery-sg14-1lr-ey465814) [See all nurseries in Hertford →](/search?q=Hertford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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