Mini Morgans Nursery Hertford's Family-Run Day Nursery for Ages 0 to 4
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Where Family Comes First,
Trusted Childcare in the Heart of
Hertford
Mini Morgans is a family-run day nursery in Hertford, located on the grounds of Morgans Primary School. We provide quality childcare, preschool education, and forest school sessions for children aged 3 months to 4 years, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
Our team includes practitioners with over 20 years of experience, a manager with a degree in Early Childhood Studies, and a dedicated bushcraft-trained Forest School leader. Every meal is freshly prepared on site, and all nappies, wipes, formula, snacks, trips, and extra-curricular sessions are included in our fees at no extra cost.
Where Children Thrive
Quality Childcare in Hertford
Families choose Mini Morgans because we include everything in one simple fee. Nappies, wipes, formula milk, freshly prepared meals, and snacks are all provided. We also cover the cost of trips and extra-curricular sessions, including farm visits, zoo outings, theatre trips, sports coaching, dance, yoga, drama, and language classes.
Our nursery is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, including school holidays. We offer both full-day and half-day sessions to suit your family. View our session times and pricing, or learn more about our approach to healthy meals and nutrition.
Forest School
Our Forest School sessions are led by our bushcraft-trained practitioner, in both our own outdoor area and the local Hertford woodlands, just a short walk from the nursery
Children take part in activities like den building, campfire cooking, toasting marshmallows, creating art from natural materials, and walking tightropes between trees. These sessions develop confidence, resilience, physical coordination, and a genuine love of nature through safe, supported risk-taking. Forest school is included for all children at no extra cost and runs throughout the year.
Community Engagement
Learning at Mini Morgans goes beyond our nursery walls. Our Community Champion organises regular outings with local Hertford partners so children experience the world around them first hand.
Recent trips have included visits to local farms, parks, the library, and shops in Hertford town centre. These outings help children build social confidence, practise real-world communication, and develop an understanding of their local community.
All trips are included in our fees and supervised by our experienced practitioners.
Discover, Learn and Grow at our Nursery in Hertford
Awe Inspiring
Every activity at Mini Morgans is planned around your child's individual interests. Our practitioners observe each child closely and design experiences that introduce new skills, creative challenges, and moments of genuine discovery.
We follow the EYFS framework across all seven areas of learning, with a strong focus on communication, personal development, and building confidence through play. Each child has a key person who knows them well and works closely with your family to track progress and celebrate milestones.
Physical, Outdoor and Risky Play
Children at Mini Morgans spend time outdoors every day, whatever the weather. Our secure outdoor area is used for active play, outdoor meals, gardening, and messy play throughout the day.
We are located just a short walk from the local woodlands, where our regular Forest School sessions take place. Our practitioners support children to take age-appropriate risks, climb, balance, run, and explore, building physical coordination and resilience in a safe, supervised environment.
Child Led
At Mini Morgans, children lead their own learning. Our practitioners follow each child's curiosity, adapting activities in the moment to match their interests and developmental stage.
We use play-based, therapeutic approaches to help children understand their emotions, resolve conflicts, and build friendships. This is supported by consistent relationships with familiar staff members. Our team includes practitioners with Level 3 and Level 4 qualifications and over 20 years of experience in early years settings.
A Positive & Motivating Environment
The Mini Morgans Ethos
We believe children learn best when they are curious, active, and engaged. Our curriculum goes beyond the classroom: children visit local farms, explore Hertford's woodlands, and take part in sports coaching, dance, yoga, drama, and language classes, all included in our standard fees. These real-world experiences build confidence, creativity, and communication skills that prepare children for school and beyond.
Every child at Mini Morgans is valued as an individual. We celebrate different cultures, languages, and family backgrounds, and we model positive behaviour through kindness, respect, and patience every day. Our approach to nature, art, music, and physical activity is designed to support language development and social skills, giving children the confidence to express themselves and connect with others.
Mini Morgans is family-run, not part of a chain. Our Manager Sophie holds a degree in Early Childhood Studies, and our Deputy Manager Mel brings over 20 years of hands-on experience. Because our team is small and stable, children build genuine, lasting relationships with the people who care for them every day. Parents tell us their children feel at home from the very first week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all staff first aid trained?
Yes. Every member of our team holds up-to-date paediatric first aid certification, so your child is always in safe and capable hands.
What are your fees?
Our fees are designed to reflect the high-quality care, healthy meals, and enriching experiences we offer each day. We also accept both 15-hour and 30-hour funded places.
You can find full details on our Prices & Session Times page, or feel free to get in touch if you’d like to talk things through.
What are your opening hours?
We’re open Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with flexible full-day and half-day sessions to fit around your family life.
What facilities and activities do you offer?
Children enjoy a calm, purpose-built setting with bright indoor spaces, a secure outdoor area, and regular access to local woodland for Forest School sessions.
Each day includes a mix of activities such as:
- Learning guided by the EYFS framework
- Forest School and outdoor exploration
- Creative play including arts, music, and drama
- Movement activities like yoga and sports
- Language development and group learning
- Local outings and community experiences
All included as part of your child’s day.
Where can I read reviews?
Many of our families share their experiences on Google, Facebook, and childcare websites. If you visit us, we’re always happy to connect you with current parents too.
You can also visit our Google Reviews page to see what local parents have said about Mini Morgans: Read our Google Reviews
Is Mini Morgans part of a nursery chain?
No. Mini Morgans is an independent, family-run nursery and not part of a corporate chain.
This means decisions are made locally, our practitioners stay with us for years rather than rotating between sites, and every family builds a direct relationship with the people who care for their child.
How do I book a tour?
It’s easy to arrange a visit. Just fill in our Contact Form or call us on 01992 669930.
We’d love to welcome you in and show you around.
How do you prepare children for school?
We gently support children as they grow in confidence and independence, helping them feel ready for their next step.
- Personalised learning following the EYFS framework
- Strong foundations in language, literacy, and numeracy
- Encouraging independence and everyday life skills
- Group activities that build confidence and friendships
- Close communication with families and local schools
Our focus is on helping every child feel happy, capable, and excited about starting school.