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Nursery on the Green (Redbourn)

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2022)
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5.0(9 parent reviews) ·South Common, Redbourn, AL3 7NB · Hertfordshire
Number of places
73 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2022
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

Nursery on the Green in Redbourn offers an inclusive childcare service for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm. The nursery is located in a converted building, retaining much of its original character, and provides spacious indoor environments.

Children have daily access to a secure, enclosed garden, reflecting the nursery's commitment to outdoor play and its positive impact on development. The curriculum is based on EYFS principles, delivered by highly trained staff, and focuses on individualised care, promoting a happy and social atmosphere.

The nursery's inclusive service covers formula milk, nappies, nappy cream, baby wipes, sun cream, freshly prepared meals and snacks, and all activities, including Sing and Sign and Boogie Mites sessions. Additionally, the nursery is an eco-nursery and a Green Flag Award holder, integrating environmental awareness and activities into its year-round programme, such as recycling and growing vegetables.

Parents also benefit from access to the exclusive Childbase@home website and app, offering online resources, workshops, and updates on their child's progress. The nursery is further divided into age-specific rooms: Caterpillars for the youngest children, Ladybirds for developing language and social skills, and Preschool for fostering independence and school readiness through programmes like Ready, Steady, Grow and Sensory Circuits.

Our ethos

The nursery's curriculum is based on EYFS principles and focuses on individualised care, promoting a happy and social atmosphere. They are committed to outdoor play and are an eco-nursery, integrating environmental awareness into their programme. They also aim to foster independence and school readiness.

What it's like

Children learn, play and explore in the nursery enthusiastically, making choices confidently about going outside or what activities to investigate, which contributes to their individuality. They welcome staff support, asking questions and listening carefully to explanations, helping them gather new facts and build on existing knowledge. Children are encouraged to communicate their thoughts and feelings, building their vocabularies effectively with staff encouragement.

Eco-nurseryGreen Flag Award holderInclusive serviceEYFS-based curriculum

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-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

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

Food

All meals and snacks included

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Nursery on the Green (Redbourn)

Last inspected 6 September 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 learn, play and explore in the nursery enthusiastically, making choices confidently about going outside or what activities to investigate, which contributes to their individuality. They welcome staff support, asking questions and listening carefully to explanations, helping them gather new facts and build on existing knowledge. Children are encouraged to communicate their thoughts and feelings, building their vocabularies effectively with staff encouragement.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager has high expectations of staff and children, and the provider allows her autonomy to build on children's home experiences, leading to good progress.
  • Detailed information from parents helps staff support children from the start, with babies following similar routines to home, settling quickly in a calm environment.
  • Children are proud of staff praise for their good behaviour and positive attitudes; staff gently remind them to take turns, helping children regulate their behaviours.
  • Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported by their key person and other staff, who learn keywords from parents to aid communication.
  • The manager and her team welcome support from external professionals, including those for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering strong partnerships focused on individual needs.
  • Parents comment positively on good communication with staff, receiving regular information about children's progress and care.
  • Children create positive and memorable experiences while playing and exploring, such as watching water drip from umbrellas.

Areas to develop

  • 1give children more time to solve problems, predict outcomes and practise new skills for themselves
  • 2continue to fully embed a broad curriculum that staff can spontaneously adapt to suit all aspects of learning.
Inspection #10249123 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager and her team welcome support from professionals outside of the setting, including those who offer support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This contributes to the strong partnerships that focus on the needs of individual children.

Outdoor space

Children make choices for themselves confidently, such as deciding when they would like to go outside. The inspector observed activities in the group rooms and garden.

Parent Reviews of Nursery on the Green (Redbourn)

5.0
(9)
charlotte Louise Abrahams
a year ago

Both my children have attend this nursery over the last 4 years, and we have been so happy with it. The staff are so friendly and supportive. The food is great and has such a variety each week. I would like to say a special mention to Amy who both my girls have bonded with so well. She’s great. I love that fact throughout the day I get regularly updates to. We are very sad to be leaving. Thank you!

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Ben K
10 months ago

This is a lovely nursery that is clearly well run, with the children's development and learning at the heart of everything they do. We are very happy we sent our son to this nursery, and chose it after a lot of consideration and reviewing of other nurseries. Also, the nursery has aircon, which is quite rare.

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Sheetal Patel
2 years ago

Nursery on the green as a whole is an absolutely amazing nursery. From management, teaching staff to the cooks, all staff here are so welcoming, kind and caring. Caterpillar room - Jo, Emma and Lucy have been amazing at helping my daughter settle into the room. They have all kept me informed of how she's been doing throughout the day. My daughter is a very happy girl when she is at nursery and has settled in really quickly. This wouldn't have happened if it wasn't for Jo, Lucy and Emma, and all the other staff that help in the room. I don't have a bad word to say about Nursery on the green!! They are all amazing!

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Caz Swanne
2 years ago

We have absolutely loved our time here. The attention to detail and the warmth of the staff are second to none. My daughter attended from 9 months old and during covid. I never had any hesitation to leave her in their care. The facilities are brilliant and the nursery is clean, with a fantastic outdoor space. As a parent I’ve loved the ap and reading all about my daughter’s day and what she’s got up to. It’s very reassuring and she’s made great friendships there too. Thank you for having us!

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Amelia Newman
a year ago

The system has been very supportive and has made returning to work so much easier. The staff are fantastic and the regular updates through the day really help to put my mind at rest. The variety of activities the children do and the friendly atmosphere all contribute to making it such a positive experience for children and parents

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Inspection history

Date: September 2022

  • October 2022Good
  • September 2022Good

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