What is the Age Range of Children that Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge accepts?

Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge accepts Children aged from 2 years 1 month to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge Open?

Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge is open: Monday 08:00-17:00, Tuesday 08:00-17:00, Wednesday 08:00-17:00, Thursday 08:00-17:00, Friday 08:00-17:00.

How many Children does Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge have capacity for?

Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge to the centre of St Albans?

1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge, 100a Sandpit Lane, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL4 0BX

Review from Rachel M (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2025
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Mount Carmel is a wonderful place with a great energy. The staff greet my son and I every morning with a big smile. I leave him each day totally satisfied that he will have a brilliant and fun filled day.

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Review from M M (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2025
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We are so grateful for Mount Carmel. Our daughter is so excited to go to Kindergarten every morning and that is a testament to the amazing staff and the loving and nurturing environment they have created. Every day there is a different activity from arts and crafts to baking. The facilities are exceptional

and Kinderlodge has such a warm welcoming feel, it is also very clean and all the toys are in great condition. The communication from the staff is excellent, we receive a weekly detailed observation which is a highlight of our week. Her teachers will always make the time at drop off or collection to update you or greet you each day. Our daughter is so happy and confident and has made lovely friends. Thank you to the staff and management team for all your efforts. We really appreciate it and so happy this is our daughter's first introduction to education what an amazing first stepping stone. Mount Carmel is exceptional.

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Review from M O (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2025
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Across the past 8 years we have had our 3 children attend Mount Carmel Kindergarten and not yet have we seen anywhere that could compare. It has been the best start for them, they have learnt so much, had so much fun and built friendships that have carried them through the toddler years to, in the case

of our eldest, now starting secondary school. Perhaps most importantly, they left Mount Carmel aware of how to treat others and of how they should be treated in return. The adults at Mount Carmel model great relationships and that has helped our children navigate the challenges of school very well. Mount Carmel Kindergarten is the best decision we have made for them.

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Review from G T (Mother of Child) published on 7 January 2025
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Mount Carmel Kindergarten provide the perfect transition from nursery to 'big school'. My son thrives in routine and they have helped him understand the difference between nursery to pre-school which has reduced my anxiety about how he will cope when he joins reception. They have identified what works

specifically for him and have put in place a visual timetable to help him understand how his day will progress. He loves books and is very keen to learn to read so they have encouraged this and introduced some books to develop his reading skills further. My son runs in each morning happy to be returning to such a fun and nurturing environment and in the evening he asks to go back to see his friends. What more could a working parent wish for?!

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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 23 December 2024
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We are very happy with the care our daughter receives. She is always happy to go to the nursery and she has made many friends there. The activities are diverse and engaging and the children receive support, be it with eating or napping. The staff are always available to clarify any of our queries and

every time it feels like we are truly listened to. Even when looking for a school for the reception we were able to consult with them.
We already decided that we would like our baby boy to attend Mount Carmel once he's old enough. Couldn't recommend it more.

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Review from Tian T (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2024
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Mount Carmel Kindergarten has been an exceptional choice for our child. Over the past three months, we've been thoroughly impressed with every aspect of the nursery. The staff are incredibly caring and professional, creating a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and happy.
The activities

are engaging and well-planned, supporting both learning and creativity. The facilities are clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully designed, while the outdoor space provides a fantastic area for play and exploration. The nursery's commitment to safeguarding and its excellent communication with parents have been particularly reassuring.
We couldn't be happier with the care and support our child receives and would highly recommend MCK to any parent looking for a nurturing and stimulating environment for their little one.

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Review from Tiffany F (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2024
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Moving our son to Mount Carmel Kindergarten was the best decision we ever made. Our son was happy at his previous daycare and we thought weren't going to change, but we quickly changed our mind after a visit to Mount Carmel Kindergarten. We love the way Mount Carmel Kindergarten set up the classes and

their approach to learning, the environment is inviting and engaging. Our son is thriving there! He loves going to see his friends and teachers every day, and he would tell us how much he misses everyone during the holidays. Our son has grown not just in confidence, but in self-awareness and accountability. All thanks to the teachers, they are all lovely and always ready to support the parents. I am definitely going to send our youngest there next year!

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Review from Q S (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2024
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We're so happy with Mount Carmel and the care they provide for our daughter.
It's clear the staff at Mount Carmel put a lot of thought into making each day special for the children. Our daughter especially loves the cooking sessions, and she often comes home singing new nursery rhymes. Mount Carmel

is helping her develop in other areas as well; counting, colour recognition, putting on clothes and more!
The weekly reports and photos are great, we love seeing what she's been up to, and it's clear she's having a great time and is learning so much.
Our daughter loves going to Mount Carmel, she is definitely in an environment where she can thrive.

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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2024
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Our son has had a wonderful time at Mount Carmel. He’s learnt, been loved and laughed. We can’t thank the staff enough for their care, growth and ongoing nurturing.
We have seen our child grow into the happy, confident, smart and curious adventurer that he is. He’s been constantly guided to become

the best version of himself, which we can’t thank the staff at Mount Carmel enough for.

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Review from Kishor S (Father of Child) published on 11 January 2024
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Our son really enjoys the Kinder Lodge. He's always looking forward to going to the nursery. We like the activities kids do at nursery, which covers all their physical, mental and emotional developments.
I especially like the gym and cooking sessions they have introduced at this age which make them

aware of life's important things. The staff are really helpful and caring. They take good care of our son. I'd highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Claire M (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2023
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Our daughter is so happy about attending Mount Carmel and never complains when it is a nursery day. The staff are very warm and friendly, and Kinder Lodge provides a modern, clean environment for learning with great outdoor space. We are so happy with the nursery!

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Review from Anna F (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2023
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We are extremely fortunate to have our daughter attend Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge. The facilities are second to none, staff are experienced, welcoming and friendly, giving us regular updates on our child’s progress and development. Activities go beyond what one would expect from a nursery

- everything from weekly cooking lessons, to visits from a petting zoo, to pumpkin carving, to scooter racing, it's simply outstanding. The nursery’s structured routine and unique uniform prepares children well for starting school. We’ve had the most wonderful experience with both our eldest and our youngest child at Mount Carmel and could not recommend this nursery enough.

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Review from Jonathan L (Father of Child) published on 30 November 2023
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Many thanks from the heart for all your hard work, love, dedication, patience with the children, and for keeping personal belongings in order, caring when were not feeling well, and making every day a fun environment to go to.
Mount Carmel Kindergarten and all the lovely staff are part of my daughter's

development and 1st stage in life, supporting her through all areas of development especially language, speech and physical development.
A big thank you to all the team!

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Review from Kate C (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2023
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Mount Carmel Kindergarten is the most exceptional nursery school and pre-school. It is a joy to drop our children off, knowing their days will be filled with exciting and stimulating activities. Cooking day is, of course, a favourite but they also love getting stuck in with the creative art activities,

inventive building challenges, singing time and the team games they play outside and in the gym. Our boys also love to recreate at home the puppet shows they are treated to whilst at nursery. The teachers and leadership team clearly know how to best create a fun and engaging learning environment for two to four year olds. But, best of all, the teachers genuinely care about the children. They know how to get each of our (very different in personality) boys excited, focussed, motivated, happy and feeling confident, safe and loved. In return and the highest praise we can give to MCK the teachers are absolutely adored by our boys (and us, as parents).

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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2023
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Both our daughters have attended Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge in consecutive years and between them they have had three teachers between the four years. Every teacher has been wonderful, nurturing, kind and full of energy. They communicate with me all of the time, sending updates on the

girls and photos, which I have loved. The daily activities are varied and fun; cooking, country walks, sand and water play in their lovely garden, games in the gym, painting etc. I love that each term has structure and a theme and I’ve been able to see each of our daughters grow in abundance as their time there goes on, both in confidence and educationally. I have always felt so at ease dropping them off in a morning.

My eldest daughter is now in reception and she is extremely comfortable and confident in this environment, with a great understanding of the early years of education (phonics, name spelling etc.) because Mount Carmel Kindergarten - Kinder Lodge helped prepare her so well! Thank you!

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Review from I G (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2023
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Home from home, this is Mount Carmel for my family, and I am sure for many families over the years! The warm family ethos and safe environment is enhanced by staff, including management, facilities, resources, activities, cleanliness and value for money. I will like to add prompt communication and close

corroboration with parents. Also, flexibility and sensitive adjustments to individual child needs to enable them to thrive emotionally while achieving skills for life.
Our son couldn't be happier elsewhere!
Thank you!

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Review from L A (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2023
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We were very worried about our son going to nursery and how he would cope, how the staff would manage him and his particular needs. We are so grateful for the kind and loving support he has received over the past few months, we couldn't be happier he is at Mount Carmel. It is so lovely to see his smile

and delight going into nursery and his wonderful relationship with his one-on-one teacher. His speech has improved too which is amazing! Massive thank you to the staff at Mount Carmel for going above and beyond in making our son feel so included and comfortable in your setting.

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Review from A H (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2023
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We are so grateful to Mount Carmel Kindergarten for providing a wonderful pre-school setting for our daughter. She has grown in confidence, made new friends and enjoys a huge variety of activities such as cooking and crafts. At the end of each day, she always chats excitedly about her experiences. Regular

detailed feedback, approachable staff, fantastic facilities and garden, a fun holiday club and well-planned and resourced sessions, ensure children are engaged and happy.

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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2023
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Kinder Lodge was my only consideration when looking for a nursery for my children. It is set in a secure, secluded environment with ample beautiful surroundings for my child to go on a weekly woodland walk. The staff are highly qualified and were accommodating to my child's specific needs. The setting

itself is to a high specification and well organised. My first thoughts when having a personal guided tour was that it was beautifully and uniquely laid out and had really considered everything including sheltered outdoor space for my children to play under if it rains. My child especially enjoys the singing time at the end of each day. I cannot recommend this nursery enough as my children truly flourished and thrived whilst spending two years here.

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Review from Alia C (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2022
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Lovely nursery, my daughter settled in so well with the help of fantastic teachers. All staff seem so engaged with the children. My daughter loves going to nursery every morning - a parent could ask for nothing more!

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