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Watford Day Nursery and Preschool

"Staff are always smiling, high energy and seem very well trained. It's the same staff week in and week out and they all know my daughter's name. They knacker her out each day with a range of activities. She sleeps amazingly on nursery days."
(Sinead, Parent - daynurseries.co.uk)
Watford Day Nursery and Preschool2 Printers Avenue, Whippendell Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 7QR

Play, discover and thrive at our Watford nursery

Welcome to Watford Day Nursery and Preschool. Our Ofsted Good rated nursery is run by passionate staff dedicated to providing the best care and early education for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Inspiring Rooms to Aid Development

Younger children in our Bumble Bee room benefit from a large room, filled with resources to ignite their imaginations and curiosities. There is underfloor heating and overhead speakers where we play soothing music during nap time. We follow each child's care routine from home as closely as possible, so they'll always feel relaxed and secure with us.

In our Caterpillar room, 2-3 year-olds are encouraged to explore the room freely, choosing activities based on their own interests.

Preschoolers love their Dragonfly room, which has everything they need to prepare them for their next steps, including an IT suite.

A Bright Beginning for Every Child

Designed by our Early Years specialists, your little one will get the best start to their schooling life through our enriching and wellbeing-focused Bright Beginnings Curriculum.

Building on the foundations of the government's EYFS curriculum, it combines a wide range of activities to nurture and develop the skills your child needs to flourish and reach their full potential. This holistic yet personal approach supports each child's wellbeing, development, and progress – whether that's moving rooms or preparing them for school.

The Curriculum is complemented by our Ready for School Programme, which supports the development of key academic and life skills so children can continue their learning journey with confidence.

Children also enjoy Boogie Mites music sessions where they can learn about the world through music and song.

You can stay updated with your child's day through our Bright Horizons Family app.

Cook up a Storm

Your little chef will love our children's kitchen, where we utilise our Creative Cooks Growing Enhancement, teaching children about healthy food options and food preparation. With child-size counters and sinks, and every utensil they need, our kitchen gives little ones the opportunity to build confidence in the kitchen.

Fun in the Garden

Classrooms have direct access to our lovely garden, which is divided into different areas for each age group, ensuring your child has the best resources for their development.

With fun activities and plenty of space to participate in games and even a covered area, garden time can be enjoyed come rain or shine.

All-Inclusive Care and Convenience

  • Nutritionally balanced meals are prepared by our onsite chef. Our all-inclusive care extends to wipes, nappies, creams, and formula.
  • Onsite buggy park and drop-off spaces.
  • Our Watford nursery is conveniently located close to Watford train station.
  • Limited funded only places are available.

Your Personal Tour

We look forward to welcoming you and your little one for a personal tour and to answering any questions you may have about our nursery in Watford.

Watford Day Nursery and Preschool Manager
Amber
Nursery Manager
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2 Printers Avenue, Whippendell Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 7QR
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  • Monday7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Tuesday7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Wednesday7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Thursday7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Friday7:30AM - 6:00PM
Lines open: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 19:00

Here's an 'at a glance guide' to what Watford has to offer.

Buggy Park 

Buggy
Park

On-site Parking 

Onsite
Carpark

Landscaped Garden 

Landscaped
Garden

Sensory Room 

Sensory
Room

Preschool Teacher 

Ready for
School

All Weather Area 

All Weather
Area

On-site Chef 

Chef
Onsite

Tax Free Childcare 

Funding
Available

Purpose Built 

Purpose
Built

Reading Nook 

Age Specific
Areas

Children's Kitchen 

Children's
Kitchen

Outside Space USP 

Community
Connections

Included in our fees

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Unlimited hypoallergenic nappies*
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Unlimited hypoallergenic wipes*
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Three nutritious meals
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A range of healthy snacks
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Formula milk for babies under 1 year
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Cows' milk or dairy-free alternatives for older babies and children
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*A very small number of our nurseries are not able to offer all of the above, please check with your nursery for specific details.

We've got it covered

Baby and toddler care items are all included, together with all food and snacks (and milk for babies under 1 year-old). We offer milk alternatives and dairy- free milk to children with allergies.

We cater for a wide range of nutritional needs allergies, intolerances and special diets (including vegetarian and cultural). Find out more about our food, menus and mealtimes.

Fee Calculator

Our calculator enables you to estimate your basic fees BEFORE childcare funding is applied. We’ve taken this approach as funding is dependent on your own very individual situation, how old your child is, where you live, whether you’re working and so on.

Our comprehensive funding guides provide guidance on what funding you’re likely to be eligible for, we can send this to you after you’ve estimated your fees.

When you visit us, we can also help you understand your options and work out what your net fees will be after any childcare funding is taken into account.

Estimate your fees

Oops! We appear to be having a few technical challenges! Our team is working hard to get our fee calculator back up and running soon as soon as possible. Thanks for bearing with us.

In the meantime, if you need some answers or to book a nursery visit, then please call us on 01923 604 887, our friendly team is here to help.

Find out what people love about us

Parent testimonials taken from daynurseries.co.uk.
  • Parent Testimonial
    "Staff are always smiling, high energy and seem very well trained. It’s the same staff week in and week out and they all know my daughter's name. They knacker her out 
    each day with a range of activities. She sleeps amazingly on nursery days."

    Sinead N, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "Very happy with the nursery. My little one loves it, the staff are lovely and professional, they update the app throughout the day, so we know exactly what the babies do and when. The daily activities are perfect for the babies' development."

    Zoe P, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "The staff are so professional, friendly, communicative and reassuring. They always give feedback on how my child’s day has been and reassure any initial worries I had about how he is settling into a new environment. They’ve supported him well and he seems very happy there."

    Caroline C, Parent

Here you can explore more about how we’ll support you and your family, right from day one and throughout your journey with us.

The Nurture Approach

The Nurture Approach

Our holistic, research-backed approach nurtures emotional wellbeing, inspires learning, and provides exceptional care - supporting your child’s development every step of the way. 

Childcare Funding Options

Childcare Funding

Take a look through all the available options to see what childcare funding is available to support your family, and download our funding guide.

Our Nursery Day

Our Nursery Day

Discover what happens after drop-off! From outdoor adventures to cosy story time, our days are thoughtfully structured to balance play, learning, rest, and mealtimes.  

SEND

SEND Support

We’ll ensure we give your child the support to feel empowered to thrive at their own pace through our inclusive, tailored support.

Family Resources

Family Resources

Take a look at our wide range of activities, book reviews, nursery rhymes, recipes, blogs and more.

Settling In Sessions

Settling In Sessions

Starting at nursery can be an exciting time for you and your child. Our Settling in Sessions will provide you with the chance to get to know your nursery.

Food & Mealtimes

Food and Mealtimes

Our nurseries are proud to serve every child with freshly prepared food. Take a look at our menus and more.

Meet the team

Our team are dedicated to making your child's experience safe and fun. We always go the extra mile.

  • Carrie - Watford- Day Nursery
    CarrieNursery Manager
  • Watford Day Nursery and Preschool Manager
    AmberNursery Manager
  • Maria - Deputy Manager, Watford Day Nursery & Preschool
    MariaDeputy Manager
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