--- title: "First Place Nursery, Bushey — Rated 4.6 by 11 parents" description: "First Place Nursery in Bushey — Rated Good by Ofsted, rated 4.6 from 11 parent reviews. See opening hours, fees, photos and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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The staff are incredible - always so happy and friendly with a smile on their face. Not only that, but they're brilliant with the kids. I have absolutely no regrets whatsoever sending my son here. In fact, he loves it so much, the moment he comes home he says he wants to go back again! Thanks for all your hard work and support.", "datePublished": "2020-07-27T14:47:02.220679Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "AnnaSurgenor" }, "reviewBody": "Unfortunately we did not have a great experience here. Admittedly this was some time ago and hopefully the staff members have moved on who threatened my 1.5year old son when he cried and missed his mum. I heard this first hand and was shocked at the level of threats to a small child. He was also told not to cry infront of his mum or she would be angry. Did not feel this was a nurturing or caring environment.", "datePublished": "2023-11-03T14:16:52.976324Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Nausicaa Rotoloni" }, "reviewBody": "My son attended a different nursery prior to first place and cried everyday! As soon as he started at first place he settled in right away thanks to the friendly and caring staff and it made leaving him a lot easier knowing he was in good hands! Would definitely recommend", "datePublished": "2020-07-27T14:50:38.253718Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Samantha Martin" }, "reviewBody": "We would like to express how great we think First Place is and all the staff.  Our son is developing so well and we credit all the staff for that. We want to thank First Place for being so great! We know how hard they all work and really appreciate it.", "datePublished": "2021-06-21T11:50:24.010300Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Nimo Hussein" }, "reviewBody": "My son started here and I am so impressed with how well he has settled, the staff are amazing. 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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. First Place Nursery # First Place Nursery in Bushey Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 4.6 (11 parent reviews) · 1 Falconer Road, BUSHEY, WD23 3AQ · Hertfordshire Number of places 80 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery First Place Nursery in Bushey provides a warm and friendly environment where children from birth to four years settle quickly, supported by staff who communicate closely with parents during transitions. The nursery offers a wide range of engaging resources and activities tailored to children's interests, fostering good behaviour, independence, and essential self-care skills, including hygiene practices and kindness towards peers. Leaders and staff share a passion for continuous improvement, working collaboratively to enhance outcomes for all children. This includes a strong focus on supporting vulnerable children and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with staff carefully monitoring progress and collaborating with professionals. The nursery places a strong emphasis on communication and language development, utilising sign language throughout the setting. Children also develop a good understanding of mathematics and demonstrate a keen interest in literacy, supported by activities and an on-site library. Furthermore, children benefit from ample opportunities for physical activity, including climbing apparatus in the outdoor areas, promoting their physical well-being. The nursery also prioritises staff well-being, contributing to high retention rates and ongoing professional development, which in turn benefits the quality of care and education provided. What it's like Children are welcomed into this warm and friendly nursery and settle quickly due to staff talking to parents to support their transition. They enjoy a wide range of exciting resources and activities based on their interests. Children behave well, are independent, and learn self-care skills, good hygiene practices, and how to be kind to their peers. Warm & friendly environment Strong SEND support Focus on language development Maths & literacy focus Promotes physical activity Prioritises staff well-being ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Place Nursery Last inspected 18 January 2023 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 welcomed into this warm and friendly nursery and settle quickly due to staff talking to parents to support their transition. They enjoy a wide range of exciting resources and activities based on their interests. Children behave well, are independent, and learn self-care skills, good hygiene practices, and how to be kind to their peers. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff work well together with a shared passion to improve outcomes for children. - Staff support children to make good progress in communication and language skills, using sign language throughout the nursery. - Leaders and staff ensure that the most vulnerable children are well supported and make good progress. - Children develop a good understanding of mathematics and show a keen interest in literacy through activities and an on-site library. - Staff provide plenty of opportunities for physical activity and leaders prioritise staff well-being, leading to high retention and professional development. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to firmly embed the curriculum for the youngest children in the setting - 2 develop opportunities for all children to develop mathematical language and concepts through play. Inspection #10265260 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208448) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Place Nursery Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10265260 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208448)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY345571) 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 1 Falconer Road, BUSHEY, WD23 3AQ [© 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#/-0.3674/51.64751/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near BUSHEY - [Day nurseries in BUSHEY](/search?q=BUSHEY) - [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=first-place-nursery-wd23-3aq-ey345571) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and staff ensure that the most vulnerable children are well supported. Staff monitor children and work closely with professionals to identify children with possible special educational needs and/or disabilities. This helps children to make good progress from their starting points. Outdoor space Staff provide children with plenty of opportunities to be physically active. Children use climbing apparatus in the outside areas. ## Parent Reviews of First Place Nursery 4.6 (11) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWZhHU-5zedlfNhn--lc3goCEfEAPjMV-sPyNmt4SDE3DGwVbhx=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Ashok Meyyappan 5 years ago Fantastic nursery. The staff are incredible - always so happy and friendly with a smile on their face. Not only that, but they're brilliant with the kids. I have absolutely no regrets whatsoever sending my son here. In fact, he loves it so much, the moment he comes home he says he wants to go back again! Thanks for all your hard work and support. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ4Zy0zZFR3EAE!2m1!1s0x4876152f5b16fdbd:0xeefe015ba33d670) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKuiM7dpNlk6heyBiN-AGscQ6_KuKFjwtoC13auRFbxrvCriA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) AnnaSurgenor 2 years ago Unfortunately we did not have a great experience here. Admittedly this was some time ago and hopefully the staff members have moved on who threatened my 1.5year old son when he cried and missed his mum. I heard this first hand and was shocked at the level of threats to a small child. He was also told not to cry infront of his mum or she would be angry. Did not feel this was a nurturing or caring environment. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNGeDZucUN3EAE!2m1!1s0x4876152f5b16fdbd:0xeefe015ba33d670) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJwFcP9nJ7xLPI3oAnIddJCwMjPrjiQNle_5z7FHDZsEueZ1g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Nausicaa Rotoloni 5 years ago My son attended a different nursery prior to first place and cried everyday! As soon as he started at first place he settled in right away thanks to the friendly and caring staff and it made leaving him a lot easier knowing he was in good hands! Would definitely recommend [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ4Zzkzb1pBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876152f5b16fdbd:0xeefe015ba33d670) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLqA19u0sr2MJMslfey92TfCn4QC01Mro0z05MfGykltPyYlw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Samantha Martin 4 years ago We would like to express how great we think First Place is and all the staff.  Our son is developing so well and we credit all the staff for that. We want to thank First Place for being so great! We know how hard they all work and really appreciate it. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNxNTdpSzVnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876152f5b16fdbd:0xeefe015ba33d670) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLm4nmGhbrIYGp7qpCYAoiQP4iPAEBEGYV48-4A04TA9AAxhg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Nimo Hussein 2 years ago My son started here and I am so impressed with how well he has settled, the staff are amazing. I would strongly recommend this nursery! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaZ0pfb29nRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876152f5b16fdbd:0xeefe015ba33d670) Reviews from Google for First Place Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1076325219887732336&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: September 2011 - January 2023 Good - May 2017 Good - December 2016 Inadequate - August 2013 Good - September 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about First Place Nursery ### Is First Place Nursery Ofsted registered? ### What does First Place Nursery do well? ### How does First Place Nursery support children with SEND? ### What is First Place Nursery working on improving? ### Where is First Place Nursery located? ## Nearby day nurseries in BUSHEY Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to First Place Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Gems Day Care Nursery Bushey · WD23 3PR ](/nursery/little-gems-day-care-nursery-wd23-3pr-2510549) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Chalk Hill Pre School Watford · WD19 4DA ](/nursery/chalk-hill-pre-school-wd19-4da-ey554364) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Longwood Nursery Bushey · WD23 2QG ](/nursery/longwood-nursery-wd23-2qg-ey563409) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### N Family Club Bushey Bushey · WD23 2EN 4.4(34 reviews) ](/nursery/n-family-club-bushey-wd23-2en-2729093) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Table Hall Nursery Watford · WD19 4EH 3.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/table-hall-nursery-ltd-wd19-4eh-ey466296) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Bush-E-Babes (Stobbart Hall) Bushey · WD23 2EQ ](/nursery/bush-e-babes-stobbart-hall-wd23-2eq-ey481398) [See all nurseries in BUSHEY →](/search?q=BUSHEY) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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