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Harpenden Day Nursery

34 Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4HA

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Daily rateFrom £82.28 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:30 to 18:30
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Funded hours supported

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About this Harpenden Nursery

Description

Harpenden Day Nursery offers a warm and inviting environment nestled in the heart of Harpenden, where children can thrive in a safe, nurturing space. Catering for little ones aged from 3 months up to 5 years, the nursery provides a supportive start to their early education journey. To help busy families manage their schedules, the doors are open from 07:30 until 18:30, providing flexible and reliable care throughout the working day. Regulated by Ofsted, the setting focuses on delivering high-quality experiences that encourage every child to grow in confidence. Above all, Harpenden Day Nursery is dedicated to creating a happy, home-from-home atmosphere where every family feels truly valued and supported.

What parents say about Harpenden Day Nursery

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Parents at Harpenden Day Nursery express deep gratitude for the wonderful formative experience provided to their children. There is a strong consensus that the setting is a safe, happy space where children thrive emotionally and socially. Recent changes in management have been particularly well-received, leading to a noticeable increase in staff engagement and care. Families feel well-supported by the dedicated team, noting a high level of personal attention that gives them peace of mind as their children prepare for the transition to school. The nursery is highly regarded for its warm, nurturing environment.
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Based on reviews in the past three years from Google, third-party review sites, and feedback from parents in the latest inspection results.

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This nursery is fully registered (ID: 2826207), however no inspection data is available.

Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Harpenden Day Nursery.

Harpenden Day Nursery costs from £82 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 £1,133 per month or £13,601 per year. This is in line with the St. Albans average of £80 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £30, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Harpenden Day Nursery.

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 £585 per month or £7,014 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Harpenden Day Nursery 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£560 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,714.£708 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,491.£882 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,589.£1,057 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,687.£1,232 / monthIndicative yearly: £14,785.£1,407 / monthIndicative yearly: £16,883.£1,582 / monthIndicative yearly: £18,981.
9-11m£206 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,477.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,657.£445 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,336.£585 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,014.£739 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,866.£914 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,964.£1,089 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,063.
1y£206 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,477.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,657.£445 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,336.£585 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,014.£739 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,866.£914 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,964.£1,089 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,063.
2y£206 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,477.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,657.£445 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,336.£585 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,014.£739 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,866.£914 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,964.£1,089 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,063.
3y£206 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,477.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,657.£445 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,336.£585 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,014.£739 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,866.£914 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,964.£1,089 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,063.
4y+£206 / monthIndicative yearly: £2,477.£305 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,657.£445 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,336.£585 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,014.£739 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,866.£914 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,964.£1,089 / monthIndicative yearly: £13,063.

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.

Harpenden Day Nursery accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Harpenden Day Nursery is open 7:30am - 6:30pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Harpenden Day Nursery 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 Harpenden Day Nursery child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Harpenden Day Nursery is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Book a visit by contacting Harpenden Day Nursery directly or using the enquiry form.
One of the closest alternatives to Harpenden Day Nursery in Hertfordshire is Bright Horizons Harpenden Luton Road Day Nursery and Preschool (£113 per day, Good rating, 0.6 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Hertfordshire page.
On average, nursery costs £80 per day in St. Albans, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Harpenden Day Nursery complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Harpenden Day Nursery 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, Harpenden Day Nursery 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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