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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Playschool Nursery St Albans # Playschool Nursery St Albans Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · Playschool House, Alma Road, St Albans, AL1 3AR · Hertfordshire Number of places 90 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 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 Whanau Day Nursery, a family-owned and operated childcare provider in Hertfordshire, is dedicated to delivering outstanding care for children aged three months to five years. The nursery focuses on fostering a vibrant and structured learning environment that encourages social development from a young age. Their core philosophy, encapsulated in their vision 'Together we strive for excellence, inspiring everyone to flourish and be life-long learners,' guides all aspects of their operation. With a commitment to passion, professionalism, commitment, care, honesty, and collaboration, Whanau Day Nursery aims to provide a setting where children can thrive. The nursery prides itself on in-house chefs who prepare meals adhering to Food for Life accreditation standards, beautiful buildings designed to enable children's growth, and experienced carers who provide the highest standards of care. They also highlight their convenient locations near mainline stations with connections to London. Our ethos Our vision is: "Together we strive for excellence, inspiring everyone to flourish and be life-long learners." We are passionate, professional, committed, caring, honest, and collaborative. What it's like Children settle well and enjoy exploring this interesting and vibrant nursery, engaging in a wealth of play opportunities planned around their ages, interests, and learning needs. They are encouraged to be independent and take on responsibilities, supporting their growing confidence. Staff model polite and respectful behaviour, and children behave well, being kind and helpful towards their friends. Family-owned Food for Life accredited meals Experienced carers Structured learning environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 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 In-house chefs cook to Food for Life accreditation standards Opening hours 7:30am - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2011 Waitlist Unknown ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Playschool Nursery St Albans Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10406698 Lead inspector Antonia Campbell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281960)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY438929) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=playschool-nursery-st-albans-al1-3ar-ey438929) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Playschool Nursery St Albans Last inspected 9 June 2025 · Antonia Campbell 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 settle well and enjoy exploring this interesting and vibrant nursery, engaging in a wealth of play opportunities planned around their ages, interests, and learning needs. They are encouraged to be independent and take on responsibilities, supporting their growing confidence. Staff model polite and respectful behaviour, and children behave well, being kind and helpful towards their friends. Inspector highlights - Leaders continuously evaluate care and seek feedback from professionals and parents, providing opportunities for families to visit and sharing comprehensive information about children's progress. - Staff are sensitive to children's emotional needs and well-being, introducing age-appropriate strategies to help children feel secure and confident. - Staff provide a wealth of age-appropriate resources and activities, adapting their teaching to meet individual learning needs. - Children are developing a strong understanding of their personal safety and confidently discuss important safety practices. - The team of staff is well qualified and committed to enhancing their knowledge and skills, with leaders supporting career aspirations and providing training opportunities. Areas to develop - 1 consider ways to further incorporate children's changing interests into staff's teaching, particularly during planned activities with older children - 2 enhance current methods of coaching and mentoring to further promote the skills and knowledge of room leaders. Inspection #10406698 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281960) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children's progression through the nursery is conducted in a sensitive manner and reflects their different needs. Where necessary, staff will move rooms with children to provide more long-term support. Outdoor space All children enjoy daily sessions of outdoor play to develop their physical skills. Staff also provide an indoor garden that allows children to explore concepts, such as growth and decay. Inspection history Date: May 2012 - June 2025 Good - December 2021 Good - December 2016 Good - August 2016 Inadequate - October 2013 Good - May 2012 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Playschool Nursery St Albans ### What are the opening hours at Playschool Nursery St Albans? ### What is the address of Playschool Nursery St Albans? ### How are meals handled at Playschool Nursery St Albans? ## Nearby day nurseries in St Albans Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Playschool Nursery St Albans. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Be Me Day Nurseries Ridgmont Road St Albans St Albans · AL1 3AH 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/be-me-day-nursery-ridgmont-road-al1-3ah-ey434599) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Be Me Day Nursery Orient Close St Albans · AL1 1JD 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/be-me-day-nursery-orient-close-al1-1jd-ey412270) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Brock House Nursery School St. Albans · AL1 3PB 3.3(8 reviews) ](/nursery/brock-house-nursery-school-al1-3pb-ey234600) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.4 mi ### Twinkle Stars Montessori Nursery St Albans · AL1 3RR 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/twinkle-stars-montessori-nursery-al1-3rr-2809636) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Fountain Montessori Nursery And Pre-School - St Albans St. Albans · AL1 1HF ](/nursery/fountain-montessori-nursery-and-pre-school-st-albans-al1-1hf-2546935) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.6 mi ### Apple Daycare Aboyne Lodge St. Albans · AL3 5NL ](/nursery/apple-daycare-aboyne-lodge-al3-5nl-2832477) [See all nurseries in St Albans →](/search?q=St+Albans) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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