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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Home from Home # Home from Home Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · Northchurch Cricket Pavillion, Dudswell Lane, Northchurch, HP4 3TQ · Hertfordshire Number of places 30 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 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 Home from Home Kindergarten, established in 1995 by Liz Curtis, began as a childminding service and expanded into a thriving nursery. Located in the picturesque, rural setting of Northchurch Cricket Pavilion, on the outskirts of Berkhamsted, the nursery caters to children from approximately 9 months to school entry age. It maintains a warm, family-oriented atmosphere, with Liz's daughter, Louise, managing the Cricket Pavilion, supported by her son, Simon. The facility boasts a small, homely environment with ample outdoor space for learning and play. Home from Home is registered with OFSTED and offers comprehensive care for 50 weeks a year, closing only during the Christmas period. They pride themselves on providing seamless transitions for children from infancy through to school, fostering a fun and educational experience with a team of highly qualified and experienced staff. What it's like Children come into this warm and friendly nursery excited and eager to start their day. They quickly find their friends and begin to start their play. Babies and children are settled and have strong attachments with the staff that care for them. Family-run Rural location Ages 9 months to school entry Established 1995 OFSTED registered ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Morning Sessions (0 to 2 years) £42.50 / session - Afternoon Sessions (0 to 2 years) £42.50 / session - Midday Session (0 to 2 years) £55.00 / session - Full Daycare (0 to 2 years) £76.00 / day - Full time place (0 to 2 years) £75.00 / day See 8 more ## Key facts Opening hours 50 weeks of the year, closing only at Christmas Session types Full daycare, Part-time, Term time, School sessions Age range 9 months to school entry age Term time / All Year All Year Established 1995 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Home from Home Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10234146 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200618)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/129350) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=home-from-home-hp4-3tq-129350) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Home from Home Last inspected 27 October 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 come into this warm and friendly nursery excited and eager to start their day. They quickly find their friends and begin to start their play. Babies and children are settled and have strong attachments with the staff that care for them. Inspector highlights - Children come into this warm and friendly nursery excited and eager to start their day. - Children enjoy exploring the outdoor area and can move their bodies in a variety of ways. - The curriculum is delivered well to ensure that all children make good progress. - Mathematical development is supported very well in the setting. - The manager has a good understanding of what the nursery does well and what it needs to do to improve. Areas to develop - 1 The provider should provide sufficient time for children to be curious and express ideas at their own pace. Inspection #10234146 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50200618) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > 'Staff are welcoming, friendly and caring.' Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who receive additional funding are supported well. The nursery works together with a range of professionals and parents to ensure that all children make good progress. Outdoor space Children enjoy exploring the outdoor area. They take it in turns to ride bicycles and scooters. The children have access to a large outdoor space, including a local park, where they can move their bodies in a variety of ways. Inspection history Date: November 2004 - November 2022 Good - October 2022 Good - February 2017 Good - January 2017 Good - March 2013 Good - February 2013 Good - November 2008 Requires improvement - September 2006 Good - November 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Home from Home ### What age children does Home from Home take? ### What is Home from Home working on improving? ### How does Home from Home support children with SEND? ### Which funded hours does Home from Home accept? ### When was Home from Home established? ### How many children are on roll at Home from Home? ## Nearby day nurseries in Northchurch Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Home from Home. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Sunhill Montessori Nursery Berkhamsted · HP4 3GY 5.0(39 reviews) ](/nursery/sunhill-montessori-nursery-hp4-3gy-129395) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Rialize Childcare Berkhamsted · HP4 1ES ](/nursery/rialize-childcare-hp4-1es-ey537005) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Toad Hall Nursery Berkhamsted Berkhamsted · HP4 1DL 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/toad-hall-nursery-berkhamsted-hp4-1dl-ey465422) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Maria Montessori Nursery School Berkhamsted · HP4 1FQ 5.0(22 reviews) ](/nursery/maria-montessori-nursery-school-hp4-1fq-2714289) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Fledglings Nursery & Preschool Berkhamsted · HP4 2ST ](/nursery/fledglings-nursery-preschool-hp4-2st-496336) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Pendley Day Nursery Tring · HP23 5NS 5.0(27 reviews) ](/nursery/pendley-day-nursery-hp23-5ns-2605167) [See all nurseries in Northchurch →](/search?q=Northchurch) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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