--- title: "Lime Grove Day Nursery — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted" description: "Lime Grove Day Nursery in Hemel Hempstead — 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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When we were placed on the waiting list, the communication at the start was reassuring and polite.\n\nHowever, once we were told we’d get confirmation 8 weeks before our intended start date, everything went silent. We are now past that timeframe (overdue by several days) and have received no email, no call, no message—nothing. Not even a courtesy update to say there’s no space available, or an apology, or guidance to look elsewhere.\n\nThis lack of communication is very disappointing, especially when finding childcare places is already so difficult. We even offered three different options/variants for start dates, but got no response to any of them.\n\nFirst impressions were good, but the follow-through and reliability in communication have been very poor.", "datePublished": "2025-09-02T21:53:31.787275811Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Lucy Hughes" }, "reviewBody": "Fantastic nursery. My son loved his time here. 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Lime Grove Day Nursery # Lime Grove Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Sept 2024) · 4.6 (8 parent reviews) · Park Road, Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1JT · Hertfordshire Number of places 102 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Hertfordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Lime Grove Day Nursery provides exceptional care and education for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old, operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm. The nursery has consistently achieved an Outstanding rating in its Ofsted inspections, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality childcare. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, with individualised planning that considers each child's interests, delivered by highly qualified staff. Children benefit from daily access to outdoor play areas, reinforcing the importance of nature in their development. The nursery proudly holds an Eco-Schools Green Flag Award at distinction level, actively engaging children in environmental education through activities like gardening and recycling. Engaging activities such as Sign and Sing and Boogie Mites sessions are offered across all age groups. Lime Grove also provides an all-inclusive service covering formula milk, nappies, wipes, sun cream, and freshly prepared meals and snacks. Parents can access the exclusive childbase@home website and app, which offers a range of resources, online experiences, and workshops from industry experts on topics like SEND, behaviour management, first aid, and speech and language. What it's like Children at this nursery are deeply engaged in a wealth of wonderful learning opportunities, with leaders and staff building on their current interests. A highly effective key-person system allows children to form exceptionally close bonds with staff, who demonstrate a deep understanding of their individual needs, including mirroring babies' routines from home. Children of all ages form close friendships, are highly respectful, and cooperate well in play, reinforced by staff in group sessions. Ofsted Outstanding Eco-Schools Green Flag Award Individualised EYFS Curriculum All-Inclusive Service Strong Parent Partnership ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare 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 Food All meals and snacks, formula milk included Opening hours 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday Age range 6 weeks to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 1991 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lime Grove Day Nursery Last inspected 27 September 2024 · Antonia Campbell 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 at this nursery are deeply engaged in a wealth of wonderful learning opportunities, with leaders and staff building on their current interests. A highly effective key-person system allows children to form exceptionally close bonds with staff, who demonstrate a deep understanding of their individual needs, including mirroring babies' routines from home. Children of all ages form close friendships, are highly respectful, and cooperate well in play, reinforced by staff in group sessions. Inspector highlights - Partnerships with parents are of an exceptionally high standard; parents are well informed and praise the relationships formed with children and the support offered to families. - Inspirational leaders and managers are passionate about supporting staff development through highly effective training programmes, ensuring exceptional care and teaching, and high staff morale. - Exceptionally strong and flexible transition and induction processes ensure children settle swiftly in new environments, with staff gathering detailed information and skilfully mirroring routines. - Staff superbly support children's communication skills across all areas, using puppets, sign language, and encouraging vocabulary extension, resulting in confident communicators. - Leaders reflect exceptionally well on all aspects of the nursery, thoroughly evaluating feedback and making well-considered, monitored changes to practice. - Staff sequence children's learning incredibly well, building on past experiences to facilitate further exploration, such as recreating rocket drawings in a woodwork activity. - Children enjoy outstanding opportunities to engage with their local community, including gymnastics, library visits, and litter-picking events, transferring this knowledge to develop recycling strategies at nursery. Inspection #10354839 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259763) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on how well informed they are about children's progress and the time they spend in the nursery. > They praise leaders and staff for the wonderful relationships they form with children and the immense support they offer families. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit from highly experienced and knowledgeable support. Staff demonstrate a deep understanding of children's specific needs, adapt the environment where appropriate, and provide precise care and teaching to support excellent progress. ## Parent Reviews of Lime Grove Day Nursery 4.6 (8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJwqOSKgZEg7JGIfMLw7COI_H_ffytuLyvSjNPqvZc8TqzlrIo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Kristina Pejchinovski 8 months ago Like Grove Nursery in Hemel Hempstead has a good location, nice set up, and a friendly team in person. When we were placed on the waiting list, the communication at the start was reassuring and polite. However, once we were told we’d get confirmation 8 weeks before our intended start date, everything went silent. We are now past that timeframe (overdue by several days) and have received no email, no call, no message—nothing. Not even a courtesy update to say there’s no space available, or an apology, or guidance to look elsewhere. This lack of communication is very disappointing, especially when finding childcare places is already so difficult. We even offered three different options/variants for start dates, but got no response to any of them. First impressions were good, but the follow-through and reliability in communication have been very poor. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21seGNGRkNXVWt4ZG5jM1VFUktaREZNTURWalJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x487643e036452123:0x978994f2e44b6ebd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK9MU61im0-23ZupggV9Lr5wgg_ziw_38D0nfTWBihnfR7syPS9=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Lucy Hughes 11 years ago Fantastic nursery. My son loved his time here. Worth every penny. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnakpQcjBRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487643e036452123:0x978994f2e44b6ebd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL14rWdm7lOaZgC30iS_iMMzltKJVou1RbZdq4fjHSM8iu14Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Robyn Shuck 9 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21OVlpHSjZOMUJITVhOSVVuRklkSEE1VmxsSlFsRRAB!2m1!1s0x487643e036452123:0x978994f2e44b6ebd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV6w-mblJHg0DqF1kiRv4nBOKg47hEr4ZD5DJHngv8M5keU2IA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Claudine a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYdDhqSzh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487643e036452123:0x978994f2e44b6ebd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLdYOn03B94B-P6P5vJXicaTYIdNilIkWcqQK5wHbivjExppQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Adam Ray 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoMHJlZkxREAE!2m1!1s0x487643e036452123:0x978994f2e44b6ebd) Reviews from Google for Lime Grove Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10919422542469623485&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history - October 2024 Outstanding - September 2024 Outstanding - November 2018 Outstanding - November 2018 Outstanding - January 2016 Outstanding - December 2015 Outstanding - February 2011 Outstanding - January 2011 Good - January 2008 Outstanding - February 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Lime Grove Day Nursery ### What is the address of Lime Grove Day Nursery? ### What strengths stand out at Lime Grove Day Nursery? ### How is the curriculum planned at Lime Grove Day Nursery? ### How does Lime Grove Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### Which funded hours does Lime Grove Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Hemel Hempstead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Lime Grove Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Boxmoor Pre-school Hemel Hempstead · HP1 1PF ](/nursery/boxmoor-pre-school-hp1-1pf-129332) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Footsteps Nursery & Pre-School Hemel Hempstead · HP1 1EL 4.8(18 reviews) ](/nursery/footsteps-nursery-pre-school-hp1-1el-ey485480) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Flower Pots Day Nursery (Boxmoor) Hemel Hempstead · HP1 1QU 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/flower-pots-day-nursery-boxmoor-hp1-1qu-2579687) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Busy Bees Aspsley Hemel Hempstead · HP3 9RG 3.4(21 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-aspsley-hp3-9rg-ey364529) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Flower Pots Day Nursery (Apsley) Hemel Hempstead · HP3 9SP 4.6(19 reviews) ](/nursery/flower-pots-day-nursery-apsley-hp3-9sp-2567934) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Flower Pots Day Nursery (Chaulden) Hemel Hempstead · HP1 2BW 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/flower-pots-day-nursery-chaulden-hp1-2bw-2713160) [See all nurseries in Hemel Hempstead →](/search?q=Hemel+Hempstead) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Lime Grove Day Nursery Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10354839 Lead inspector Antonia Campbell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259763)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/129362) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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