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Highfield Day Nursery # Highfield Day Nursery in Ware Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · Station Road, Braughing, Ware, SG11 2PB · Hertfordshire Number of places 38 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 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 Highfield Day Nursery, nestled in Braughing, Hertfordshire, is a small yet dedicated establishment focused on providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. The nursery prides itself on fostering independence, confidence, and school readiness through thoughtfully designed daily activities. A core philosophy at Highfield is the emphasis on personal, social, and emotional development, achieved by cultivating strong relationships with children and parents through positive reinforcement. Communication and language skills are honed daily through various engaging activities like story time, group sessions, games, and mealtimes, including exposure to both English and French. The curriculum also prioritises physical development, offering a safe and stimulating space for children to enhance their motor skills and stay active with fun activities. Literacy is promoted through daily story times, access to a diverse range of books, and a child-friendly scheme for teaching letters and sounds. Mathematical concepts are introduced through opportunities to count, understand numbers, solve simple arithmetic problems, and explore shapes and measures. The nursery also encourages expressive arts and design through dance, art, music, and imaginative play, allowing children to freely express themselves and explore their senses. Furthermore, "Understanding the World" is developed through hands-on experiences, problem-solving, and decision-making, preparing children for future academic life. The nursery caters to both babies and toddlers, providing individualised care that respects their routines, offering a range of engaging activities like art, crafts, puzzles, sand and water play, singing, and reading. They also provide essential baby items like food, nappies, and wipes, asking parents only to bring their child and pre-prepared formula or breast milk. A key worker system is in place to help children settle quickly and build secure bonds with a familiar adult. Our ethos Highfield Day Nursery's philosophy centres on fostering independence, confidence, and school readiness through a nurturing and stimulating environment. They emphasise personal, social, and emotional development by building strong relationships and using positive reinforcement. The curriculum integrates various learning areas, including communication, physical development, literacy, mathematics, expressive arts, and understanding the world, all delivered through engaging, hands-on activities and a key worker system to build secure bonds. What it's like Children are happy and confident in this lively nursery. Staff demonstrate an extremely caring nature towards the children. Babies are comforted as they transition to and from naps and confidently explore their surroundings. Nurturing Environment School Readiness Focused Bilingual Exposure (English & French) Emphasis on Expressive Arts ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Highfield Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10219428 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50183726)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY273312) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://highfielddaynursery.com/) Station Road, Braughing, Ware, SG11 2PB [© 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#/0.01955/51.89992/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Ware - [Day nurseries in Ware](/search?q=Ware) - [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=highfield-day-nursery-sg11-2pb-ey273312) ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://highfielddaynursery.com/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays and one week at Christmas. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6.30pm. Food Provided for babies, including nappies and wipes. Parents to provide formula/breast milk. Age range Babies to pre-school Term time / All Year All Year Established 2003 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Highfield Day Nursery Last inspected 7 April 2022 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 happy and confident in this lively nursery. Staff demonstrate an extremely caring nature towards the children. Babies are comforted as they transition to and from naps and confidently explore their surroundings. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and confident in this lively nursery. - The outside area provides an exceptional learning environment. - Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour. - Staff take time to get to know the children and their families. - Staff provide extensive opportunity for the children to become familiar with languages, such as French and Spanish. Areas to develop - 1 develop the programme of professional development to help all staff have an even broader knowledge of their roles and responsibilities - 2 support staff to help children to become more deeply engaged in their play and sustain high levels of concentration during indoor play. Inspection #10219428 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50183726) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space The outside area provides an exceptional learning environment. Children are curious and highly motivated to investigate, choosing from a wide range of high-quality resources. Small children navigate crawling over large tyres, and older children dig and jump in the mud area, gathering to look at what they have found. Inspection history Date: April 2006 - April 2022 Good - August 2016 Good - September 2012 Good - April 2006 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Highfield Day Nursery ### What are the fees at Highfield Day Nursery? ### When is Highfield Day Nursery open? ### How big is Highfield Day Nursery? ### What is Highfield Day Nursery working to improve? ### How can Highfield Day Nursery be contacted? ### Does Highfield Day Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### Is Highfield Day Nursery suitable for under-twos? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ware Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Highfield Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Met 0.7 mi ### Apple Blossom Pre-school and daycare Ware · SG11 2QL 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/apple-blossom-pre-school-and-daycare-sg11-2ql-2750338) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Spins Pre-School Puckeridge · SG11 1TF 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/spins-pre-school-sg11-1tf-ey478329) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Buntings Nursery Buntingford · SG9 9JL 5.0(12 reviews) ](/nursery/buntings-nursery-sg9-9jl-ey362227) - [ Awaiting first inspection 3.7 mi ### Eden House Day Nursery Buntingford · SG9 9AA ](/nursery/eden-house-day-nursery-ltd-sg9-9aa-2834354) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Little Bee's Day Nursery Ware · SG11 2DY 4.9(34 reviews) ](/nursery/little-bee-s-day-nursery-limited-sg11-2dy-2713563) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 3.7 mi ### Little Bee's Day Nursery-The Hive Ware · SG11 2DY 4.9(34 reviews) ](/nursery/little-bee-s-day-nursery-the-hive-sg11-2dy-2744951) [See all nurseries in Ware →](/search?q=Ware) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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