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Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool

Peel House, 15 Vaughan Road, Harpenden, AL5 4EL

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Daily rateFrom £117.08 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:30 to 18:30
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity57 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection RatingOutstanding

Ofsted · 2022-10-25

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About this Harpenden Nursery

Description

Set in a beautiful, listed building, Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool is situated in the town centre. We have excellent transport links, with Harpenden train station just a two-minute walk away, offering a 20-minute ride from London Kings Cross. Additionally, we are in the catchment of many local schools, including St Dominic, Roundwood Park, Crabtree, The Grove, High Beeches and more. Onsite facilities such as a buggy park ensures convenient pick-ups and drop-offs.

Our rooms are designed for each age group, filled with specially crafted wooden resources and furniture. From cosy reading and music corners to dedicated areas for arts and crafts, your child will be engaged in learning and having fun throughout the day. Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to provide activities supporting each child’s development and helping them reach their full potential.

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Last inspected 25 October 2022

Inspection ID 10234839

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Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool.

Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool costs from £117 per day, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £1,507 per month or £18,085 per year. This is higher than the St. Albans average of £81 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £23, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool.

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £679 per month or £8,151 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool in Harpenden. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£829 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,942.£1,077 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,928.£1,326 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,913.£1,575 / monthIndicative yearly: £18,899.£1,824 / monthIndicative yearly: £21,884.£2,072 / monthIndicative yearly: £24,870.£2,321 / monthIndicative yearly: £27,855.
9-11m£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£478 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,732.£679 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,151.£928 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,136.£1,177 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,122.£1,426 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,107.
1y£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£478 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,732.£679 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,151.£928 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,136.£1,177 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,122.£1,426 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,107.
2y£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£478 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,732.£679 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,151.£928 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,136.£1,177 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,122.£1,426 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,107.
3y£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£478 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,732.£679 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,151.£928 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,136.£1,177 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,122.£1,426 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,107.
4y+£155 / monthIndicative yearly: £1,860.£279 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,344.£478 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,732.£679 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,151.£928 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,136.£1,177 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,122.£1,426 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,107.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool was last inspected by Ofsted on 25 October 2022 with an overall inspection result of Outstanding.
Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool is registered for up to 57 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool is open 7:30am - 6:30pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool accepts the 30 hours childcare entitlement for eligible working families. This scheme, which totals 1,140 hours per year, is now available for children from 9 months old up to school age. While all 3-year-olds receive a universal 15 hours, the full 30 hours requires families to meet specific income requirements. You can stretch your 1,140 hours across the full year or use them during term-time. For a custom quote, use Nuuri's Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
You can book a tour to visit Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool using the online booking system.
One of the closest alternatives to Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool in Hertfordshire is Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool (£113 per day, Good rating, 0.9 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Hertfordshire page.
On average, nursery costs £81 per day in St. Albans, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool is required to obtain full information regarding food allergies, intolerances, and special dietary preferences. This data is maintained in Allergy Action Plans and shared with the entire staff team. In line with Department for Education nutrition guidance, Bright Horizons Harpenden Central Day Nursery and Preschool ensures that staff are trained to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and that clear procedures are in place at every meal and snack time to verify that food meets each child's specific requirements.

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