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Toad Hall Nursery Watford # Toad Hall Nursery Watford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 3.7 (30 parent reviews) · 100 Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 4LA · Hertfordshire Number of places 100 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 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 Toad Hall Nursery Watford, established in 1992, provides a welcoming all-year-round setting for children aged 1 to 4 years. The nursery received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 10 May 2023. Children build warm relationships with staff and feel safe and settled, contributing to their confidence and high self-esteem. The curriculum is designed to support individual progress, with robust monitoring ensuring all children make good strides in their learning, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those learning English as an additional language (EAL). Staff use clear communication and visual aids, which is particularly beneficial for these children. The nursery offers many opportunities for physical development, from babies learning to pull themselves up to older children developing balance and core strength on climbing apparatus, where they are encouraged to assess risks. Children also develop a genuine enjoyment of books and a good understanding of mathematical concepts. Daily routines are sensitive and contribute to strong relationships, and parents appreciate the nutritious meals and regular communication from staff. Our ethos Toad Hall Nursery in Watford is committed to high-quality childcare and education, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. They emphasise their "Key Person Approach" to ensure personalised care and development for each child, working in partnership with parents. What it's like Children enjoy their time in this welcoming nursery. They build warm relationships with staff and feel safe and settled. Children are confident, show high levels of self-esteem, and enthusiastically participate in activities and discussions. Welcoming environment Strong communication skills Good physical development Mathematical concepts Effective SEND support Enjoyment of books ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured by age bands for children aged under two, two to three, and non-funded children aged three to five. The nursery offers full and half day rates, with discounted daily rates available for children attending full time. Funded hours attract optional hourly charges for meals and consumables. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Good to know - A registration fee of £50 is payable in advance. - A deposit equivalent to one week’s fees is required to secure a space. - Food and consumables are charged per funded hour, with discounted rates for full-time attendees. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Toad Hall Nursery Watford Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10280403 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219822)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/130641) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number 100 Hempstead Road, Watford, WD17 4LA [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.40979/51.66573/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Watford - [Day nurseries in Watford](/search?q=Watford) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=toad-hall-nursery-watford-wd17-4la-130641) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year Session types Full day (7:30 am to 6:30 pm), Morning half day (7:30 am to 1 pm), Afternoon half day (1 pm to 6:30 pm) Age range Birth to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Toad Hall Nursery Watford Last inspected 10 May 2023 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 enjoy their time in this welcoming nursery. They build warm relationships with staff and feel safe and settled. Children are confident, show high levels of self-esteem, and enthusiastically participate in activities and discussions. Inspector highlights - Sensitive daily routines contribute to warm relationships and help children feel safe and settled. - Robust monitoring and thorough knowledge of each child ensures children make good progress. - Staff support children to develop communication and language skills, including those with English as an additional language and special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Children quickly develop a genuine enjoyment of books. - Children are developing a good understanding of mathematical concepts. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to further develop their teaching skills and consistently extend children's play and activities, for example through individualising activities further and encouraging children to think critically and solve problems - 2 focus support for parents more precisely, to help them build on their children's learning at home. Inspection #10280403 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50219822) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that they appreciate the nutritious meals their children have and the contribution this makes to their healthy development. > Parents speak highly of the staff and appreciate the regular communication regarding children's care needs. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff speak clearly and use visual aids to help children communicate. This particularly helps children who speak English as an additional language and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children have many opportunities to develop their physical skills. Babies use furniture to pull themselves up to standing. Older children develop balance and core strength as they climb across ladders balanced on wooden supports, and learn to keep themselves safe as staff encourage them to assess the risks involved. Inspection history Date: March 2006 - June 2023 Good - May 2023 Good - September 2017 Good - August 2017 Good - September 2013 Good - July 2013 Good - July 2013 Good - April 2013 Good - May 2009 Good - April 2009 Good - March 2006 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Toad Hall Nursery Watford ### What is Toad Hall Nursery Watford's Ofsted rating? ### What funded hours are available at Toad Hall Nursery Watford? ### What are the opening hours for Toad Hall Nursery Watford? ### Does Toad Hall Nursery Watford support children with special educational needs or disabilities? ### When was Toad Hall Nursery Watford established? ### Do children get hot nutritious meals at Toad Hall Nursery Watford? ### How does Toad Hall Nursery Watford help children develop physically? ### How can I contact Toad Hall Nursery Watford? ## About the setting Toad Hall Nursery Watford registered in 1992 and is one of several nurseries owned by Careroom Limited. The nursery employs 25 members of childcare staff, with 21 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, with sessions from 8am until 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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