--- title: "Friends Together — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted" description: "Friends Together, a nursery in Harpenden — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews 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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Friends Together # Friends Together Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jan 2024) · St. Dominic RC School, Southdown Road, HARPENDEN, AL5 1PF · Hertfordshire Number of places 48 places Age range 3–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 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 Friends Together has been offering childcare services since 2005, operating from St. Dominic School in Harpenden. The establishment provides a range of provisions including a Breakfast Club, After School Club, and an afternoon Preschool, catering to children from Nursery age up to Year 6. They also host a Summer Camp for children aged 4-12 during the first four weeks of the summer holidays. The nursery prides itself on working in partnership with families to nurture each child's development and learning through engaging play, exploration, activities, and plenty of outdoor time. Their dedicated team is committed to ensuring a safe, happy, and fun-filled environment for all children, with all staff undergoing continuous training and holding current DBS checks and up-to-date safeguarding qualifications. Friends Together is regulated by OFSTED and achieved an "Outstanding" rating across all areas in their January 2024 inspection. Our ethos Friends Together fosters children's development and learning through engaging play, exploration, activities, and outdoor time, working in partnership with families. They are committed to providing a safe, happy, and fun-filled environment. What it's like The nurturing manager and staff are extremely successful in building on what children know and can already do as they play. They follow the children's interests and carefully steer their learning. Children demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, enjoying developing friendships and sharing experiences with peers and staff. OFSTED Outstanding Wraparound Care Summer Camp ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Breakfast Club: 7.45am to beginning of school day; After School Club: End of school day to 5pm or 6pm; Preschool Afternoon sessions: 12.30pm - 3.30pm Age range Nursery to Year 6 Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2013 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Friends Together Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10301017 Lead inspector Ann Austen Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50238695)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY472887) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=friends-together-al5-1pf-ey472887) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Friends Together Last inspected 11 January 2024 · Ann Austen 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 The nurturing manager and staff are extremely successful in building on what children know and can already do as they play. They follow the children's interests and carefully steer their learning. Children demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, enjoying developing friendships and sharing experiences with peers and staff. Inspector highlights - The provider and staff put children's welfare, safety and development at the centre of everything they do. - Partnerships with nursery staff and the reception teacher at the school are extremely positive, supporting continuity in children's care and education. - There is a very strong team ethos, and the manager actively supports staff well-being and professional development, including training on autism. - The manager and staff demonstrate high-quality teaching, skilfully extending children's thinking and broadening their knowledge. - The manager and staff place a high priority on supporting children's mental health and well-being, teaching breathing, relaxation, and stretching techniques. Inspection #10301017 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50238695) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents state that staff support children's emotional development very well and provide a safe and nurturing environment. > parents state that the pre-school is 'action packed' with fun and education and that they receive frequent updates about their child's care and learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. Staff thoroughly understand children's needs, work well with other professionals, and involve parents in discussions, ensuring all children are included and make good progress. Staff training on autism has been very effective in broadening their understanding of how to support children with autism, leading to new techniques to support children to manage their emotions and enhance their speech. Outdoor space The inspector observed the manager and staff's interactions with the children during indoor and outdoor activities and assessed the impact these have on the children's progress and achievements. Inspection history Date: May 2014 - January 2024 Outstanding - January 2018 Outstanding - May 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Friends Together ### Does Friends Together take babies? ### How was Friends Together rated by Ofsted? ### What are the opening hours at Friends Together? ### What part of the country is Friends Together in? ## Nearby day nurseries in HARPENDEN Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Friends Together. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Harpenden Leyton Road Harpenden · AL5 2HZ 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-harpenden-leyton-road-al5-2hz-123607) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Playschool Nursery Harpenden Harpenden · AL5 2HU ](/nursery/playschool-nursery-harpenden-al5-2hu-ey389549) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool Harpenden · AL5 4EL 4.5(17 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-harpenden-central-day-nursery-and-preschool-al5-4el-ey289502) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Rothamsted Lodge Harpenden · AL5 2JS 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-rothamsted-lodge-al5-2js-123606) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### Harpenden Day Nursery and Pre School Harpenden · AL5 4HA ](/nursery/harpenden-day-nursery-and-pre-school-al5-4ha-2826207) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Fingertips Woodland Nursery Harpenden · AL5 4QL ](/nursery/fingertips-woodland-nursery-al5-4ql-2577665) [See all nurseries in HARPENDEN →](/search?q=HARPENDEN) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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