The driving force behind all that happens at Abel Smith is the shared aim of every child enjoying access to a stimulating and engaging education, developing both academically and socially and leaving us as life long, independent learners. Abel Smith has a culture of high aspiration and expectation for each and every child, which enables our children to acquire knowledge, understanding and develop learning throughout the school. The impact of this is that almost all groups of children make outstanding progress. We are very proud of the excellent results our children achieve which are significantly above the national average in both Key Stage 1 and 2. Attainment in our

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Apollo Audio in Hertford, Hertfordshire, has launched its first Summer Band Camp programme in which youngsters will form a band, rehearse and record in the Apollo studio and finish the week by taking to the stage and playing live.... Read more

At Apple Daycare we offer a professional childcare service in a relaxed, homely environment. We are committed to the overarching principles and aims of the Early Years Foundation Stage (2023) We work to the very highest, most modern and forward thinking standards in practice. This ensures that the children in our care feel safe, secure and enjoy a well-rounded, fun and loving experience in their most formative early years.

Nestled in the heart of Hertford, Ashbourne Day Nurseries offers a nurturing haven for young minds. Located in a spacious building on St Andrews Street, the nursery boasts a secure outside play area, ensuring children can explore and play in a safe environment. With the convenience of dedicated drop-off and pick-up parking facilities, parents can seamlessly transition... Read more

Over the years we have adapted and extended our hours in response to increasing demand for childcare in the area. We like to think that Bengeo Playgroup is a home from home. Each child is allocated a Key Person who will bond with your child and plan interesting and educational activities. Our staff have over 40 years of Childcare experience between them. Each year we add to our large range of resources to ensure that we offer a wealth of fun activities to entertain the children. We have a covered courtyard and a large enclosed Playground which enables us to offer free flow play whatever the weather. Our hours match those of the Schools, making it ideal for fathers/mothers/carers who have older children at Bengeo Primary School. Your child can join Bengeo Playgroup from aged 2 years 3 months and progress to Nursery and School up to their final year at aged 11 (subject to availability). We hold a transition meeting with the Nursery Teacher each year for a hand over and children regularly visit the Nursery and their staff to ensure a smooth transition into Nursery, with the friends they have made at Playgroup.

Thank you for your interest in our school. This brief introduction highlights some key attributes of Bengeo School and some of the things of which we are most proud. • We are a popular, welcoming two-form entry Community school including a nursery, with a playgroup on site, as well as highly rated Breakfast and After-School Clubs. We seek to provide a happy, supportive, safe and stimulating environment where children and staff enjoy learning and teaching and where parents are welcome. • Our outstanding facilities include a spacious, purpose-built computer room, a new food technology room and lovely large grounds for the pupils to relax in at playtime. A recent addition includes interactive whiteboards in classrooms from Yr1 to Yr6.

Our brand new nursery in Hertford offers seven individual home-bases tailored to each age group as well as two additional extra-curricular rooms. The nursery will boast a large external play area where the children can flourish and explore while building a lifelong love of learning. All age rooms have been designed to be flexible and with good access to the garden. Children in the nursery are well prepared to transition to school with our Ready for School Programme which includes Growing Readers, Writers and Mathematicians. All our food will be freshly cooked by our on-site chef and is nutritionally balanced.

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