Nursery in Hertford - Mini Morgans Day Nursery Warm, nurturing childcare for children aged 3 months to 4 years
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Mini Morgans Nursery,
Where Your Children ThriveNow Enrolling, No Waiting List!
Mini Morgans Nursery is a family-run day nursery in Hertford, Hertfordshire (SG13 8DR), providing childcare for children aged 3 months to 4 years. We're open Monday-Friday, 7:30am-6:30pm and offer funded 15 and 30 hour places (subject to eligibility).
Our purpose-built setting is thoughtfully designed to be a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for all children from Hertfordshire, helping them grow with confidence while feeling secure and supported. We also provide freshly prepared, nutritious meals daily to fuel healthy minds and bodies.
'Where family comes first'
Quality Childcare in Hertford
At Mini Morgans Nursery, we provide high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 4 years, offering a wide variety of learning experiences in a safe, nurturing environment.
We take care of everything your child needs during the day, from formula milk, nappies, and wipes to nutritious meals and snacks, freshly prepared by our in-house chef.
Unlike many nurseries, we don’t charge extra for our wide range of trips and enrichment activities. Your child will enjoy experiences such as farm and park visits, zoo and theatre outings, and exciting sessions in sports, dance, yoga, drama, and languages. All are included in our care for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
Contact us for more about our session times, curriculum, and our focus on healthy eating, to support every child's development.
Why Choose Mini Morgans as Your Nursery in Hertford?
- Located in Hertford (SG13) next to local schools and woodland
- No waiting list - spaces available now
- 15 & 30 hour funded childcare accepted
- Forest School led by trained practitioners
- All meals included - no hidden fees
Forest School
At Mini Morgans, our Forest School sessions are led by our very own bushcraft-trained practitioner, Elias. These sessions take place in our dedicated outdoor area and the local Hertford woodlands, offering children hands-on, nature-based learning experiences. Through the Forest School approach, we nurture each child's confidence, self-regulation, resilience, and love for the natural world. Regular trips to the woods allow children to explore, take appropriate risks, and develop essential life skills all while having fun in the great outdoors.
Learning Beyond the Nursery - Out & About in the Community
At Mini Morgans Nursery, learning doesn't stop at our doorstep. We believe that real-world experiences play a vital role in child development. That's why we're committed to building strong partnerships with local businesses, organisations, and community groups in Hertford and beyond. Our dedicated Community Champion ensures that children regularly take part in visits, trips, and events that help them connect with the world around them. These enriching experiences help children understand their community, develop confidence, and see how they fit into the wider world, all while having fun and making memories.
Discover, Learn and Grow at our Nursery in Hertford
Every Activity with Purpose. Rooted in EYFS, Led by Relationships
At Mini Morgans, every activity is thoughtfully planned to spark curiosity, build new skills, and introduce fresh challenges, all in line with the Ofsted guidelines for early years education. Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. As children explore and play, our practitioners carefully observe their interests and developmental needs, helping us tailor future learning experiences. But at the heart of it all is something even more important: the relationships we build. Strong, trusting bonds between children and staff are the foundation of our nurturing environment. These connections inspire confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning in every child.
Physical Play, Outdoor Fun & Healthy Risk-Taking
At Mini Morgans, we believe that fresh air, movement, and a bit of adventure are essential for healthy, happy development. Our children have daily access to a safe, well-equipped outdoor area, ideal for exploring nature, playing games, and enjoying outdoor mealtimes. We actively encourage big movements, big voices, and the freedom to move and grow. We're also just a short walk from the local woods, where children can discover the natural world firsthand. These outings are a key part of our pre-school curriculum. Forest School sessions, where children take part in exciting, age-appropriate challenges that stimulate their creativity. These experiences foster confidence, coordination, creativity, and a lasting impact on their child's progress. respect for nature, all while having fun outdoors.
Child-Led Learning with Care, Connection & Confidence
At Mini Morgans, our experienced nursery practitioners are trained to support children through each developmental milestone with warmth, patience, and expert care. We take a child-led approach, encouraging every child to learn at their own pace through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships. Using therapeutic techniques, we create a positive, nurturing environment where children feel safe, seen, and supported. Our team builds strong emotional bonds with each child, stimulating their development and supporting their child’s progress. consistent encouragement and co-regulation to help them develop essential life skills, including, identifying and expressing emotions, reflecting on actions and consequences and building friendships and cooperating with others. By modelling positive behaviour and guiding children through social interactions, we help them grow in confidence, resilience, and empathy, the foundation for lifelong learning and well-being.
A Positive & Motivating Environment
The Mini Morgans Ethos
We are inspired by children's instinct to learn, discover and play, and alongside our external providers and community partners, we give children new and varied experiences so that they can be their most curious selves.
We encourage each child to reach their full potential by fostering a love for nature, sports, art, music, and the cultures around us, which helps develop children's language skills. We value every person, and we model behaviour through tolerance, respect, and love for others, which are essential for a child's development in a warm and welcoming environment.
We are a family business, and we strive to make everyone in the industry feel like part of the family, enhancing our children's progress. This gives us outstanding continuity of staff and children who know that the staff will always be there to make them feel safe and cared for, just like in their families at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all staff first aid trained?
Yes, all our staff members hold up-to-date paediatric first aid certification. Safety is a top priority, and we ensure team members are confident and capable in responding to first-aid situations.
What are the fees for nurseries in Hertford?
Our fees are competitive for the Hertford area and reflect the high-quality care, nutritious meals, and enrichment activities we provide. We also accept 15-hour and 30-hour funded places.
For detailed pricing, please visit our Prices & Session Times page or contact us directly.
What are the opening hours of nurseries in Hertford?
Mini Morgans Nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, offering both full-day and half-day sessions to suit your family’s needs.
What facilities and activities are offered at nurseries in Hertford?
We offer a purpose-built nursery environment with spacious indoor rooms, a safe outdoor play area, and access to local woods for Forest School sessions.
Activities include:
- Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)-aligned learning
- Forest School
- Outdoor play and nature exploration
- Arts, crafts, music, dance, and drama
- Yoga, sports, and language classes
- Regular community outings and visits
All at no extra cost.
Where can I find reviews of nurseries in Hertford?
You can find parent reviews on our Facebook page, Google reviews, and childcare directories. We also welcome you to speak with current families during a visit.
How do I book a tour of a nursery in Hertford?
Booking a tour is easy! Simply fill out our Contact Form or call us on 01992 669930.
We’d love to show you around and answer any questions.
How do nurseries in Hertford help children prepare for school?
At Mini Morgans, we help children develop school-readiness skills through:
- Personalised learning aligned with EYFS
- Language, literacy, and numeracy foundations
- Encouraging independence and self-care
- Group activities to build social confidence, essential for pre-school-aged children
- Close partnerships with families and local schools
Our goal is to ensure every child transitions to school feeling confident, capable, and excited to learn.