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Tiddley Tots Nursery in Hoddesdon

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2025)
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5.0(30 parent reviews) ·Tiddley Tots Nursery, 25a High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8SX · Hertfordshire
Number of places
88 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2025
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

Tiddley Tots Nursery, established in 2011, offers high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. They believe in a personalised approach to learning and development, recognising that every child is unique.

Their daily provision integrates various aspects of modern child development theories, including the Curiosity Approach, Montessori Method, and Forest School philosophies. This diverse influence is reflected in their nursery environment and teaching practices, ensuring that each child's individual needs, interests, and personalities are catered for.

The experienced team is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and valued environment, treating each child as their own. Tiddley Tots aims to foster growth, learning, and fun, helping children reach their full potential through a well-rounded educational experience.

Our ethos

Tiddley Tots Nursery integrates the Curiosity Approach, Montessori Method, and Forest School philosophies, believing in a personalised approach to learning and development that caters to each child's unique needs, interests, and personality. They aim to foster growth, learning, and fun in a safe and supportive environment.

What it's like

Children have warm and positive relationships with the staff team and are happy to attend. Staff have a gentle, caring approach that supports children's emotional well-being, helping them to feel safe and secure. Children are curious learners and even babies have plenty of space to crawl and cruise.

Personalised LearningCuriosity ApproachMontessori MethodForest School

Pricing & funding

Fees are invoiced monthly in advance and must be paid by the 25th of each month, with late payment penalties applying. A sibling discount is available for families with multiple children. Additional booked sessions and late collections are subject to extra charges.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Registration fee is waived for children using funded hours during term-time only.
  • Fees are payable monthly in advance by the 25th of each month.
  • Late payments incur a fixed returned card charge and a daily penalty fee.
  • Extra sessions must be booked and paid for in advance with cash.
  • A sibling discount applies to the lowest monthly fees when both children are in paid places.
  • Late collection of a child incurs a per-minute charge.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6pm

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Tiddley Tots Nursery

Last inspected 7 January 2025 · Lisa Topham

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 have warm and positive relationships with the staff team and are happy to attend. Staff have a gentle, caring approach that supports children's emotional well-being, helping them to feel safe and secure. Children are curious learners and even babies have plenty of space to crawl and cruise.

Inspector highlights

  • The provider has a clear vision for the nursery and an ambitious curriculum.
  • The staff team support children who speak English as an additional language well.
  • Children develop their independence throughout the nursery.
  • The provider supports children's communication and language skills well.
  • All children learn about their local community.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to ensure they are clear about what they want children to learn and do not overcomplicate activities
  • 2consider the organisation of some daily routines to ensure that children are not waiting for prolonged periods and get the very best from their learning.
Inspection #10370785 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are happy with the nursery. They particularly enjoy the regular events for families to attend. They comment on how useful the recent paediatric first- aid course was.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The staff team quickly identify children who may need a little extra support. The provider has ensured that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Tiddley Tots Nursery

5.0
(30)
Andrea
10 months ago

A wonderful nursery. The staff are all lovely, friendly & helpful. The nursery itself is clean and well looked after with a huge array of toys & activities including indoor and outdoor play areas, a soft play and sensory room. The food is varied and nutritious. We receive daily updates via an app that includes photos of the activities of the day along with a written paragraph and a breakdown of food eaten & nappy changes. We are also updated on progress & milestones during a sit down meeting. Our daughter loves it and is always so happy to go to nursery. I would highly recommend Tiddley Tots!

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Philippa Leisk
10 months ago

I can’t praise this nursery enough! It has wonderful staff who genuinely care about each and every child. My daughter was at a nursery for 6 months previous to me changing and she’s honestly never been happier, greeting her nursery leaders with a smile every morning and hugs when she leaves for the day. They have an amazing and varied menu with great facilities, with their own soft play, sensory room, guinea pigs, fish and beautiful newly done garden. They also have a sports coach come in every Tuesday and take them on multiple outings through the week to town or to the park as well as an annual trip with the whole nursery. Sometimes I meet other parents who have newborns and always say to look at Tiddley Tots, to the point where I probably sound like I work on commission but I’m just genuinely so pleased to have found somewhere like this - highly recommended!

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Charley Caparelli
9 months ago

Tiddley Tots is a truly wonderful place. We feel completely safe and confident leaving our child in your care, knowing they are so well looked after. It really does feel like a home away from home. As parents, it makes our hearts smile to see how happy our child is to go in each day and spend time with the amazing staff. The variety of activities you provide is incredible—always engaging, age-appropriate, and thoughtfully planned to support our child’s development. From messy play to story time, outdoor exploration to creative arts, every day brings something new and exciting. It’s clear how much effort goes into creating a stimulating environment where our child can learn, grow, and thrive while having fun. We are beyond grateful for the passion, love, and dedication you show. Thank you for everything you have done and continue to do for our child’s happiness, growth, and development.

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aimee chipperfield
9 months ago

An amazing nursery! Moved my daughter after she struggled to settle in her previous setting and it was the best decision we could of ever made. She has grown so much as an individual and now enjoys going to nursery and speaks highly of the staff and her peers. Tiddley tots have gained my full trust.

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Birgul Iper
10 months ago

We’ve been so happy with the care our daughter receives at this nursery. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. It’s clear they put a lot of thought into the daily activities, and we love seeing how much our little one is learning and growing each week.

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Inspection history

Date: January 2025

  • January 2025Good
  • January 2025Good

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