--- title: "Tots And Scholars Day Nursery, Radlett | Ofsted: Outstanding" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tots-and-scholars-wd7-9dh-2501830 description: "Tots And Scholars, a day nursery in Radlett — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Tots And Scholars Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2025) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Church Of The Good Shepherd, Shenleybury, Radlett, WD7 9DH · Hertfordshire Number of places 90 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Hertfordshire ## About this day nursery Tots and Scholars Nursery and Preschool offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With four Ofsted Outstanding-rated branches, they are dedicated to fostering curiosity, building confidence, and instilling a love for learning. The day nursery focuses on a balanced approach that combines playful exploration with structured teaching, alongside ample outdoor activities. This method ensures children develop strong foundations in key areas such as communication, literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving. Their educators are committed to crafting experiences that help children build language skills, understand early mathematical concepts through practical engagement, refine fine motor skills for writing, and cultivate independence, resilience, and self-belief. The curriculum also integrates opportunities for logical reasoning and introduces early life skills by blending science and nature. Tots and Scholars places a strong emphasis on preparing children for school, focusing on academic readiness, confident communication with peers and adults, emotional resilience, and positive behaviour management. They also embed routines that encourage self-care, focus, task completion, and discipline, easing the transition into structured school settings. The "TAS Independent" programme specifically supports children moving into independent or selective school environments, ensuring they are emotionally, socially, and academically prepared for their next educational chapter. What it's like Children thrive at this exceptional nursery and make the best progress possible. Staff instinctively follow children's leads, allowing plenty of time for exploration. Links between children's different experiences are paired seamlessly with the intentions of each room, fostering deep engagement from a young age. Ofsted Outstanding rated Focus on school readiness Play-based learning with structured teaching Outdoor exploration Supports children from 3 months to 5 years ## Pricing & funding 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 7:30am until 6.30pm Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tots And Scholars Last inspected 27 May 2025 · Jenny Hardy 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 Inspector highlights - Children's learning is expertly sequenced and thoroughly embedded through a rich and varied curriculum. - Children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive highly focused and exceptional support. - The wider community and environment are a crucial part of the curriculum on offer, providing new experiences tailored to children's interests. - Leaders are highly reflective and provide the best possible opportunities for children, utilising information and audits to ensure experiences are focused and purposeful. - Parents are highly complimentary about the passionate staff and leaders, feeling well-informed and supported in contributing to their children's progress. Inspection #10393720 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280047) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are highly complimentary about the passionate staff and leaders. > They feel extremely well informed and speak about the expert support and advice they receive. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive highly focused and exceptional support. All staff understand how to communicate with them effectively and recognise their interests and individual needs. Staff engage fully with other professionals and strive to provide the best support possible. Targets for children with SEND are realistic, but still ambitious. Outdoor space The wider community and environment are a crucial part of the curriculum on offer. Children benefit from new experiences that provide a broad range of opportunities. For instance, children explore a nearby corn field on a walk and staff then bring corn into the nursery for them to explore in more depth. ## Google Reviews of Tots And Scholars 5.0 (4 Google reviews) Darren Hazan 2 years ago Whilst not the cheapest, this is the best place you could ever send your little one. The staff are incredible and care so much about your children. They are engaging and strive for the best in terms of care and education. My toddler couldn't wait to get in each day. The manager is incredible, she really cares. They put in so much effort it's unbelievable. I can sing their praises highly enough Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4bVBfOEh3EAE!2m1!1s0x48763f520864148b:0x2205af0293cc7568) Lizzy Leigh 4 years ago The most caring and attentive staff, the best thought out and executed programme, this place is amazing. My children couldn’t be happier here. My daughter has been prepared for school in every way including confidence, social skills, and academic ability through a totally nurturing environment. My otherwise clingy son toddles into the happily without looking back. Definitely recommend! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2X09MbHpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48763f520864148b:0x2205af0293cc7568) Sophie Walters 4 years ago Both my children have had the most wonderful experience at tots and scholars. The staff are the most incredible bunch of women who so obviously love and care for every single child. Having been at one of the other nurseries in the area I can safely say that this place is outstanding and I feel so lucky that my children get to go here. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2aks3MEtnEAE!2m1!1s0x48763f520864148b:0x2205af0293cc7568) Anna 4 years ago Wonderful staff. Our daughter had a wonderful time learning and playing at TAS. The teachers are all caring and are amazing at providing feedback. Couldn’t recommend this nursery enough. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2OThlNUx3EAE!2m1!1s0x48763f520864148b:0x2205af0293cc7568) Reviews from Google for Tots And Scholars. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=2451557997777548648&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2021 - June 2025 Outstanding - May 2025 Outstanding - November 2021 Outstanding - October 2021 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Tots And Scholars ### What stands out in the latest inspection for Tots And Scholars? ### What size of nursery is Tots And Scholars? ### Is Tots And Scholars Ofsted registered? ### When does Tots And Scholars open? ### How does Tots And Scholars support children with SEND? ### How can Tots And Scholars be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Radlett Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Tots And Scholars. - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Shenley Radlett · WD7 9LP 4.4(9 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-shenley-wd7-9lp-ey307712 - Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Little Nightingales Day Nursery St. Albans · AL2 1BG 4.7(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-nightingales-day-nursery-al2-1bg-ey348672 - Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### The Village Pre-School St. Albans · AL2 1NL https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-village-pre-school-al2-1nl-2645092 - Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### First Place Nursery Radlett · WD7 7GB 4.9(17 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/first-place-nursery-wd7-7gb-ey424059 - Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Playhouse Nursery Radlett · WD7 8JX 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/playhouse-nursery-wd7-8jx-ey103294 - Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Little Learners Land (London Colney) London Colney · AL2 1EU 4.9(37 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-learners-land-london-colney-ltd-al2-1eu-2697236 See all nurseries in Radlett →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Radlett ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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