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Meads Lane, Wheathampstead, St Albans, AL4 8BW
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17 February 2025
My son has just started nursery and they have been great at accommodating and supporting his schedule. At the end of the day, they will also take the time to update me on his day and what he has enjoyed. I'm really grateful for how supportive and smooth they have made the transition from him being home to starting nursery.
13 February 2025
Both of my children attend Kindred and have been since they were babies. My eldest will leave for school this year. I have complete faith in the staff and trust them completely in looking after my children. They have helped raise them to be happy and confident little humans. They take great care in making sure they have lovely food, and so many great activities, and love to play outside in their amazing outdoor areas. I would recommend it to anyone.
13 February 2025
Our 10-month-old started at Kindred Nursery at the beginning of the month and so far we have had such a positive experience. The staff have eased our minds with providing regular updates about his naps, eating, and any activities he gets up to throughout the day using the app as well as giving us reassurance at pick-up time that he is settling in well and is getting used to his key workers. Really happy with our experience with Kindred Nursery so far!
13 February 2025
Wonderful, friendly, caring nursery. Our son is very happy in the baby room and learns a lot - dancing, new words, how to dress himself. He goes in happily and comes home happy. The outdoor space is exceptionally large and varied. Very impressed.
13 February 2025
Excellent nursery - all 3 of my children had been super happy and enjoyed their years at this nursery. We moved our eldest here after leaving our London nursery and the difference was huge. The staff are amazing and really seem to love their jobs. The outdoor space is incredible. The children are always put first and management so friendly and flexible. Very lucky to have this nursery so close.
13 February 2025
We love Kindred nursery, my daughter is thriving there. They work hard to provide a range of activities and take a caring interest in my daughter as an individual. Communication is great, really responsive and when someone says they will follow up, they do.
18 October 2024
Our daughter enjoys her time at the nursery. She loves the outdoor space and the activities. She has been eating well. The staff have been lovely to help her with settling in. She has become more independent and has picked up new skills in a short span of time.
14 October 2024
My son started in April 2024 when he was 11 months old. He settled in within a few weeks as he only does 2 days a week. I love how every time I drop my son off I get greeted with a smile and hello by everyone, all of the staff are really friendly. There are lots of activities they do with the children, ones you wouldn't do yourself at home. I really recommend this nursery because it feels like a home, it's relaxed, warm and not too plastic/overstimulating like some other nurseries I have visited. It would benefit from being a little more tidy/organised and maybe more variety with snacks/meals. But I keep seeing improvements so they are all working hard to make it amazing! Thank you everyone!
08 October 2024
Our daughter has been attending the nursery since she turned one. She absolutely loves going and has had excellent care from all the staff that have looked after her. The nursery has a variety of different outdoor spaces which suit all weather and abilities. The environment is calm with no mass of broken plastic toys. The effort put into activities exceeds any nursery we have put our children in. There are music and dancing sessions and the nursery have even organised special animal days where petting zoos come into nursery. The staff also create beautiful dioramas and activity tables for the children to engage in and fire their imaginations. I would strongly recommend the nursery to any parent.
04 October 2024
My grandson who is now 3 started nursery as a 1-year-old and absolutely loves being at Kindred. The team are amazing and so friendly, caring and enthusiastic. When I occasionally collect him at the end of the day they are so welcoming and update me on everything he has done during the day. They have been so supportive of him and meeting his individual needs. The outdoor space and activities are great and suit him perfectly - he would be outdoors all day if he could! Cannot recommend Kindred highly enough, the team at Wheathampstead are second to none!
04 October 2024
The nursery staff are incredibly welcoming and it is evident that they care about every child's well-being and enjoyment whilst on their journey at the nursery. Staff are always there to discuss your child's day and needs if you wish. Our child enjoys the nursery so much that he just can't wait to get through the door. Safeguarding at the nursery is excellent and I always feel my child is safe and well looked after. The activities they provide are varied from indoor and outdoor activities suiting a wide variety of children's needs. The outdoor space is fantastic and the equipment helps the children's development in all areas. The food is also another strength, it's well-planned, and balanced and meets the nutritional of growing little ones. There is no better feeling than knowing your child is supported in their development, is safe, cared for, and is happy in the environment. I recommend this nursery to many parents as I simply cannot fault it.
04 October 2024
Wonderful Place for Little Ones! We couldn't be happier with Kindred! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by warm, friendly staff who clearly love what they do. The environment is bright, clean, and full of engaging activities that keep the children excited to learn and play. Our child has blossomed since starting here, developing not only social skills but also a love for learning that has been encouraged through creative play, storytelling, and outdoor exploration. We also love the emphasis on social development, with plenty of opportunities for the children to build friendships and learn cooperation. We feel so fortunate to have found Kindred and would recommend it to any parent looking for a caring, stimulating, and safe environment for their child. It's truly a special place!
04 October 2024
Our daughter has been at this nursery for the last 20 months and she's loved it every day she's been there! We loved the outdoor spaces when we viewed and it seems that the kids do too. Staff are helpful and friendly and the app is great for keeping us up to date on what they've been up to. It's also wonderful for having themed & organised days, such as sports days and animal visits. I think I look forward to what she's doing next as much as our daughter does!
24 September 2024
My son has been attending Kindred Wheathampstead for nearly a year. He started in the baby room and is now in the toddler room. The staff have been very supportive of his development. They have also supported his speech and language, we are now attending early talk courses to help him progress. I have regular updates from the key worker and SENCO in regard to this. My son also enjoys taking part in Superstar sports on a Thursday. I love that he has access to all of their outdoor areas.
05 September 2024
My daughter has recently transitioned to the nursery and we could not be happier with Kindred. The staff have gone out of their way to help her (and us!) to settle, providing lots of helpful updates and advice. Our daughter has readjusted to the new setting and an older room much quicker than we were expecting, which I believe is largely due to the warm, kind and professional approach of the management team and carers. My daughter excitedly gets ready each morning, knows the names of many of her carers and peers, and is singing new songs each day. The outdoor spaces at Kindred are phenomenal. The children are often outside in one of the 4-5 outdoor areas engaging in outdoor or messy play. We also love the hosted activities such as Tiny Mites and ball games instructors. We are able to keep an eye over our daughter's day via the app. The fees are very reasonable given the high quality of care and inclusions (food, nappies, activities, spare clothes). Thank you Kindred!
21 May 2024
I don't even know how to express the gratitude that I have for the team at Kindred Wheathampstead. The team have always gone above and beyond to not only help my boys to settle, but to thrive in their care. Their approach is completely tailored to each individual child, and they really listen with interest to us as their parents. The amount of outdoor space is amazing and I love that my boys are outside as much as possible. It's such a relief to go to work without having to worry about either of them, as I know they're in safe and loving hands. I couldn't ask for anyone better to be looking after them both. The staff are always there to answer any questions and do so in such a positive and personal way, I really can't thank them or the team enough.
06 May 2024
Love, love, love! The team at Kindred Wheathampstead are amazing. They're very friendly and everyone greets you with enthusiasm. My little girl started when she was 1 year old. She hated being dropped off at first but after just a few weeks she soon started throwing herself at the staff with a beaming smile as she's so excited to be there! She's developed so much with them in such a short time, it's lovely to see. She's becoming more and more confident (and sassier if that was even possible haha!). We're kept updated with some of the activities they do and can see how much fun she's having. She doesn't always want to come home! I don't have any anxiety about leaving her whilst I'm at work as I know she's in safe hands there. The management are also very hands-on which is refreshing and they're more than happy to help where they can. Really can't fault them.
12 March 2024
We have been so happy with Kindred Wheathampstead Nursery & Pre-school. The staff are wonderful and dedicated to getting the best out of every child in their care. They have worked incredibly hard with my daughter to build her confidence, transform her separation anxiety and continue to support her in any areas she needs further help.
06 March 2024
Currently have my 1 year old daughter at nursery. They were very flexible and accommodating when we had to push back her place a couple of months due to me finding a new job. The staff are amazing, initially, I was really apprehensive about leaving her and worried about how she was going to settle in. I had nothing to worry about, they keep me updated on her and she goes in with a smile every day. She clearly feels happy and safe there as I never have any problem dropping her off. I get pictures of her having fun every day, which I love. They encourage her learning and development through play which is what we wanted. On the rare occasions she has been off-colour or unwell, they have called me to let me know and ask me how I want to handle it, using a common sense approach. The facilities are great and she always comes back clean, full and happy. It enables me to be able to focus on my work and not worry about her well-being. Really impressed and would recommend to anyone.
05 March 2024
Friendly and non-pretentious, with staff who care. Have sent both our kids here since 2018 to present, given their different ages, and always been happy. Caring and great value for money, with varied food.
Latest Reviews for Kindred Wheathampstead Nursery and Pre-school
17 February 2025
My son has just started nursery and they have been great at accommodating and supporting his schedule. At the end of the day, they will also take the time to update me on his day and what he has enjoyed. I'm really grateful for how supportive and smooth they have made the transition from him being home to starting nursery.
13 February 2025
Both of my children attend Kindred and have been since they were babies. My eldest will leave for school this year. I have complete faith in the staff and trust them completely in looking after my children. They have helped raise them to be happy and confident little humans. They take great care in making sure they have lovely food, and so many great activities, and love to play outside in their amazing outdoor areas. I would recommend it to anyone.
13 February 2025
Our 10-month-old started at Kindred Nursery at the beginning of the month and so far we have had such a positive experience. The staff have eased our minds with providing regular updates about his naps, eating, and any activities he gets up to throughout the day using the app as well as giving us reassurance at pick-up time that he is settling in well and is getting used to his key workers. Really happy with our experience with Kindred Nursery so far!
13 February 2025
Wonderful, friendly, caring nursery. Our son is very happy in the baby room and learns a lot - dancing, new words, how to dress himself. He goes in happily and comes home happy. The outdoor space is exceptionally large and varied. Very impressed.
13 February 2025
Excellent nursery - all 3 of my children had been super happy and enjoyed their years at this nursery. We moved our eldest here after leaving our London nursery and the difference was huge. The staff are amazing and really seem to love their jobs. The outdoor space is incredible. The children are always put first and management so friendly and flexible. Very lucky to have this nursery so close.
13 February 2025
We love Kindred nursery, my daughter is thriving there. They work hard to provide a range of activities and take a caring interest in my daughter as an individual. Communication is great, really responsive and when someone says they will follow up, they do.
18 October 2024
Our daughter enjoys her time at the nursery. She loves the outdoor space and the activities. She has been eating well. The staff have been lovely to help her with settling in. She has become more independent and has picked up new skills in a short span of time.
14 October 2024
My son started in April 2024 when he was 11 months old. He settled in within a few weeks as he only does 2 days a week. I love how every time I drop my son off I get greeted with a smile and hello by everyone, all of the staff are really friendly. There are lots of activities they do with the children, ones you wouldn't do yourself at home. I really recommend this nursery because it feels like a home, it's relaxed, warm and not too plastic/overstimulating like some other nurseries I have visited. It would benefit from being a little more tidy/organised and maybe more variety with snacks/meals. But I keep seeing improvements so they are all working hard to make it amazing! Thank you everyone!
08 October 2024
Our daughter has been attending the nursery since she turned one. She absolutely loves going and has had excellent care from all the staff that have looked after her. The nursery has a variety of different outdoor spaces which suit all weather and abilities. The environment is calm with no mass of broken plastic toys. The effort put into activities exceeds any nursery we have put our children in. There are music and dancing sessions and the nursery have even organised special animal days where petting zoos come into nursery. The staff also create beautiful dioramas and activity tables for the children to engage in and fire their imaginations. I would strongly recommend the nursery to any parent.
04 October 2024
My grandson who is now 3 started nursery as a 1-year-old and absolutely loves being at Kindred. The team are amazing and so friendly, caring and enthusiastic. When I occasionally collect him at the end of the day they are so welcoming and update me on everything he has done during the day. They have been so supportive of him and meeting his individual needs. The outdoor space and activities are great and suit him perfectly - he would be outdoors all day if he could! Cannot recommend Kindred highly enough, the team at Wheathampstead are second to none!
04 October 2024
The nursery staff are incredibly welcoming and it is evident that they care about every child's well-being and enjoyment whilst on their journey at the nursery. Staff are always there to discuss your child's day and needs if you wish. Our child enjoys the nursery so much that he just can't wait to get through the door. Safeguarding at the nursery is excellent and I always feel my child is safe and well looked after. The activities they provide are varied from indoor and outdoor activities suiting a wide variety of children's needs. The outdoor space is fantastic and the equipment helps the children's development in all areas. The food is also another strength, it's well-planned, and balanced and meets the nutritional of growing little ones. There is no better feeling than knowing your child is supported in their development, is safe, cared for, and is happy in the environment. I recommend this nursery to many parents as I simply cannot fault it.
04 October 2024
Wonderful Place for Little Ones! We couldn't be happier with Kindred! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by warm, friendly staff who clearly love what they do. The environment is bright, clean, and full of engaging activities that keep the children excited to learn and play. Our child has blossomed since starting here, developing not only social skills but also a love for learning that has been encouraged through creative play, storytelling, and outdoor exploration. We also love the emphasis on social development, with plenty of opportunities for the children to build friendships and learn cooperation. We feel so fortunate to have found Kindred and would recommend it to any parent looking for a caring, stimulating, and safe environment for their child. It's truly a special place!
04 October 2024
Our daughter has been at this nursery for the last 20 months and she's loved it every day she's been there! We loved the outdoor spaces when we viewed and it seems that the kids do too. Staff are helpful and friendly and the app is great for keeping us up to date on what they've been up to. It's also wonderful for having themed & organised days, such as sports days and animal visits. I think I look forward to what she's doing next as much as our daughter does!
24 September 2024
My son has been attending Kindred Wheathampstead for nearly a year. He started in the baby room and is now in the toddler room. The staff have been very supportive of his development. They have also supported his speech and language, we are now attending early talk courses to help him progress. I have regular updates from the key worker and SENCO in regard to this. My son also enjoys taking part in Superstar sports on a Thursday. I love that he has access to all of their outdoor areas.
05 September 2024
My daughter has recently transitioned to the nursery and we could not be happier with Kindred. The staff have gone out of their way to help her (and us!) to settle, providing lots of helpful updates and advice. Our daughter has readjusted to the new setting and an older room much quicker than we were expecting, which I believe is largely due to the warm, kind and professional approach of the management team and carers. My daughter excitedly gets ready each morning, knows the names of many of her carers and peers, and is singing new songs each day. The outdoor spaces at Kindred are phenomenal. The children are often outside in one of the 4-5 outdoor areas engaging in outdoor or messy play. We also love the hosted activities such as Tiny Mites and ball games instructors. We are able to keep an eye over our daughter's day via the app. The fees are very reasonable given the high quality of care and inclusions (food, nappies, activities, spare clothes). Thank you Kindred!
21 May 2024
I don't even know how to express the gratitude that I have for the team at Kindred Wheathampstead. The team have always gone above and beyond to not only help my boys to settle, but to thrive in their care. Their approach is completely tailored to each individual child, and they really listen with interest to us as their parents. The amount of outdoor space is amazing and I love that my boys are outside as much as possible. It's such a relief to go to work without having to worry about either of them, as I know they're in safe and loving hands. I couldn't ask for anyone better to be looking after them both. The staff are always there to answer any questions and do so in such a positive and personal way, I really can't thank them or the team enough.
06 May 2024
Love, love, love! The team at Kindred Wheathampstead are amazing. They're very friendly and everyone greets you with enthusiasm. My little girl started when she was 1 year old. She hated being dropped off at first but after just a few weeks she soon started throwing herself at the staff with a beaming smile as she's so excited to be there! She's developed so much with them in such a short time, it's lovely to see. She's becoming more and more confident (and sassier if that was even possible haha!). We're kept updated with some of the activities they do and can see how much fun she's having. She doesn't always want to come home! I don't have any anxiety about leaving her whilst I'm at work as I know she's in safe hands there. The management are also very hands-on which is refreshing and they're more than happy to help where they can. Really can't fault them.
12 March 2024
We have been so happy with Kindred Wheathampstead Nursery & Pre-school. The staff are wonderful and dedicated to getting the best out of every child in their care. They have worked incredibly hard with my daughter to build her confidence, transform her separation anxiety and continue to support her in any areas she needs further help.
06 March 2024
Currently have my 1 year old daughter at nursery. They were very flexible and accommodating when we had to push back her place a couple of months due to me finding a new job. The staff are amazing, initially, I was really apprehensive about leaving her and worried about how she was going to settle in. I had nothing to worry about, they keep me updated on her and she goes in with a smile every day. She clearly feels happy and safe there as I never have any problem dropping her off. I get pictures of her having fun every day, which I love. They encourage her learning and development through play which is what we wanted. On the rare occasions she has been off-colour or unwell, they have called me to let me know and ask me how I want to handle it, using a common sense approach. The facilities are great and she always comes back clean, full and happy. It enables me to be able to focus on my work and not worry about her well-being. Really impressed and would recommend to anyone.
05 March 2024
Friendly and non-pretentious, with staff who care. Have sent both our kids here since 2018 to present, given their different ages, and always been happy. Caring and great value for money, with varied food.