Hitchin House Day Nursery

41 Wilbury Way, Hitchin SG4 0TW
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9.6 58 Reviews
Hitchin House Day Nursery opened in March 2020. It was started by a team of very experienced nursery professionals who set out to offer something truly different and special - a magical play and learning environment for children aged up to 5 years.

From the highly experienced team of staff to the superb equipment and resources, every aspect of the nursery has been carefully considered to ensure that children are safe, engaged, excited and encouraged to develop a love of learning and discovery.

There has been overwhelming interest in the nursery since it opened and is already gaining an excellent reputation. Please get in touch to arrange a visit and find out more.

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Care Provided by Hitchin House Day Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Hitchin House Day Nursery Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Zoe Wright (Head of Operations)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 55
  • Total Places for Children
  • 120
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & between Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees Guide for Hitchin House Day Nursery

  • For information about fees please contact the nursery who will send you full details of the fees and information regarding Funded Places for 2/3/4 year olds.
  • Parking

  • Parking available on site. Please use extreme care and caution when entering and exiting the carpark.


Hitchin House Day Nursery Reviews (58)

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Hitchin House Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.649) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hitchin House Day Nursery has 58 reviews.

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Review from Becky D (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hitchin House is a fantastic nursery and we feel extremely lucky that our son is able to attend here. The staff are wonderful - you can see they really enjoy their work and I'm never in any doubt about the quality of care my son receives. The rooms themselves are totally engaging, filled with brilliant
toys and equipment, and the activities on offer every day are fun and varied. My son enjoys every day here. I would confidently recommend Hitchin House to anyone.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you for your kind words! It means so much to us to know that the children are so happy! Thank you.


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Review from Rachel A (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with Hitchin House Day Nursery. The staff are excellent, they really do care about the children and there is not a high turnover so the children have consistency and stability. The nursery has a Montessori type approach and the children are free to engage in what interests them, with
a gentle hand now and again helping to steer them in the right direction! I would not hesitate in recommending Hitchin House Day Nursery to other parents.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you, We are so proud of the staff team who work so hard to ensure every day is full of fun and laughter for everyone- and as you say very gentle and caring hands!


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Review from Kishan D (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter absolutely loves it at nursery. She can't wait to leave the house early in the morning (shoes on, coat on, bag in hand waiting at the door) and has the biggest smile on her face when we collect her.
So pleased that she loves it at Hitchin House Day Nursery.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Oh! Thank you! That made us smile- there is nothing better than a big smile to start the day!


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Review from W J (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My eldest child loves it here and my youngest seems to be having a great time too (started recently).
The staff all seem lovely and the children get a lot of activities and outside time.
Would recommend.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you for your review, we are so happy to know that they are both very happy!


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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Hitchin House Nursery for almost 2 years and his time there has exceeded our expectations. The nursery is an extremely loving and nurturing environment for young children, providing them with a range of fun and engaging activities to support their early year's development. The staff
are exceptional; the love and care they show for the children are reflected in their work and their communication keeps parents up to date as to what their children are doing and how the nursery is operating as a whole. The skills that my son has gained at the nursery have been invaluable and he absolutely loves going in every morning! Couldn’t rate it enough for prospective parents, it is a relationship with the whole family!

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you! It is lovely to hear as one of our first little ones joining us in the early days it is lovely to see how far he has come and I cant believe that he is in with the big ones already!


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Review from Laura A (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely nursery, with fantastic facilities and very friendly staff. My daughter loves going and when she is at home, always happily chats about it and the friends she has there. She always looks to be having a great time, whilst playing with very varied toys and doing fun activities in the photo updates
we get.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

It's lovely to hear that she enjoys nursery and chats about it at home- no doubt you will soon get impressions of the staff when she "plays nursery"- if not yet- very soon !


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Review from A H (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Wonderful team, wonderful space. Have been incredibly impressed with the quality of care and the emphasis on learning through play. Our son is very happy there and we will be very sad to head off to school this September.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you! We will be very sorry to see him go! As one of our very first children, he has a very special place in Hitchen House history!


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Review from Helen S (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been here for 8 months now and they love it. The nursery staff are attentive in communications, sending daily photos and are always on the other end of the phone. They have tried to navigate through covid really well and I trust them to look after my child and recommend them to everyone
I meet. The facilities are first-rate and include a huge range to stimulating activities. Love it.

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Review from Jeffrey P (Father of Child) published on 17 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery, we feel our little boy is very well looked after and cared for and he loves going to the nursery, it’s hardly ever a struggle and he is always meet by open arms, and very kind and thoughtful staff, who also are very professional and good at what they do.

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Review from C O (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both my children are so happy at this nursery. They’ve made lovely friends here. We can’t believe the amazing facilities and activities that the kids get to experience every day. Well done and thank you Hitchin House Day Nursery!

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Review from H W (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son attends the nursery and his face lights up as soon as arrives as he clearly loves being there. The staff are great and they all seem to genuinely love what they do. Leaving your child in someone else’s care especially from 9 months old is a big thing and the team at Hitchin House Day Nursery
made that transition easier by showing me how much they cared for our little boy and his specific needs, routine behaviour. We get updated throughout the day with pictures and videos of what he’s doing and it’s lovely to see as well as hear how he’s getting on. He nearly always has a huge smile on his face!
I think the team at Hitchin House Day Nursery have created a wonderful environment with lots of love and with children’s creativity and development at the forefront of everything they do. If you are looking for a nursery, go and see it in action for yourself but you won’t be disappointed!

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Review from M R (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment you visit the nursery, you know every child will be engaged, happy, comfortable and looked after to high standards. The environment created in every class ( my two children have been in 3 of the 4 rooms they have because of their ages) is outstanding, resources, staff and approach are
brilliant. I have never left that place without a smile or worry. My eldest looks forward to nursery every day, she constantly let us know what she does and learns and how it suits every demand her little brain needs. They follow their curiosity and turn them into an educational activity. The communication about progress and activities is always there, staff is always there to answer questions whatever they are. I’m happy to recommend this nursery for anyone preparing their little ones into school, the extra support they do for the “school leavers” is brilliant. I haven’t heard of it in any other nurseries in the area that are also outstanding. Couldn’t be happier, we are lucky to be in!

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Review from H W (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children attend(ed) Hitchin House spanning the last two years, 5 days a week and across rooms as they've grown and has been a wonderful experience. The children are loved, cared for and have so much fun! The team are great at communicating, highly skilled and build development into their training.
In addition, my son has complex and serious food allergies and they have been exceptional in including him and keeping him safe - we work together as a team. Would recommend Hitchin House to anyone!

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you. Working together is such a key part of children getting the best- and we have learnt so much from you - so thank you!


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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Hitchin House Day Nursery since June 2021 and I have nothing but praise for the nursery and all staff. The care they show the children is second to none, they are fantastic caregivers and show the children a wonderful experience of the world through messy play, storytime, sing
and sign, as well as many others.
I receive daily updates on my child and it feels me with confidence when I see how well he is thriving.
Hitchin House put the children and staff first which has been exemplary, especially with the challenges of the pandemic of the last few years.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you! We set out to create a space for the children that truly put children at the heart and it is so lovely to see that our visions have become reality!


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Review from G H (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Truly the best!
Big on active learning, lots of reading time, arts and crafts, music, dance, exploring the natural world, outdoor play.
Passionate, caring, and qualified teachers and staff.
Always immediate clear, open and honest communication.
Facilities are incredible, they have a library, a theatre,
a dance studio, a climbing wall, construction area, home corner and probably more I can’t remember!
They have an outstanding chef/kitchen staff who create varied and healthy menus.
My daughter loves going here, she has a joy of learning which I believe will lead to a love of school.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you! We are very lucky to have such a fantastic team who really make everything come alive for the children.


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Review from K G (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My youngest daughter attends pre-school at Hitchin House Day Nursery. From the first moment she stepped inside the building she was enthralled. The wide variety of activities on offer, from arts and crafts to yoga and outdoor play in their enclosed garden. She leaves each day with a massive smile, and
often with a pile of pictures clutched in one hand, tired but happy. The staff are all wonderful and kind and we wholeheartedly would recommend this nursery.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you! We all leave tired and happy as well - what a great way to end the day!


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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having moved from another local nursery our little boy has got his spark back and we couldn’t be happier. Whilst we’ve only been here 2 months my son happily runs in every morning and comes home smiling.
The staff went above and beyond to show us around, answer all our questions with no pressure placed
on us to make a speedy decision.
They are quick to respond to any request or query. Their use of the daily app is a fantastic touch and is regularly updated throughout the day. I can clearly see the variety of stimulating activities on offer. Their outside space is well used.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

We are so happy to see he has settled in so well! Thank you!


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Review from James M (Father of Child) published on 12 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Simply the best nursery and team in Hitchin. The manager and her team just know how to run and put together a nursery experience second to none. Both our children have had the best start to their education! Worth every penny!

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Review from Katherine F (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has attended Hitchin House for 9 months. She started when she had just turned 1 and has recently moved to the toddler room. She settled in well initially and made the switch to the toddler room with no problems. The staff are great with the children and the managers are very experienced.
Communication is excellent, we receive photos and updates throughout the day and any questions are answered promptly.
The rooms are very well equipped and there’s a range of activities and types of toys for the kids to engage with. All I can say is that my daughter enjoys her time there and we have been well informed about what she does and any other information about the nursery as needed.

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Review from Katie K (Mother of Child) published on 14 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Hitchin House Day Nursery since June 2020 and she has adored it from day one. She attends three days a week and always has an amazing time. She has moved from the Den to Explorers and has loved it in both rooms. The staff are fantastic and we send her in safe in the knowledge
that she will be stimulated with a wide range of activities, from messy play to yoga and that she will have lots of fun! The food always sounds delicious and varied so it's also a huge relief to know she is eating decent and balanced meals. The app used by the nursery to share photos and updates is great, it's always such a treat to get an update and see what she is up to. Would highly recommend to any parent.

Reply from Zoe Wright, HOO at Hitchin House Day Nursery

Thank you for taking the time to give a review. It is so lovely to see that the families are happy.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.649)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.649) out of 10 for Hitchin House Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.941 for Hitchin House Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (192 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 203 Ratings = 4.941

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.708 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hitchin House Day Nursery is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 120 number of registered child places is 24. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 24 = 0.708

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Phase 2 completed

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We are so pleased to say that phase two is now complete. The children can all benefit from: The yoga studio The theatre The art room The library and the new and ...read full article

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