# The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore)

The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore) is a sessional pre-school at Strathmore School, Old Hale Way, Hitchin, SG5 1XR, in Ickleford, Hertfordshire. It is registered for 35 children. It is run by Early Bird Pre-School CIC.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-early-bird-pre-school-strathmore-2801691  
Last checked 5 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: Strathmore School, Old Hale Way, Hitchin, SG5 1XR
- Registered places: 35
- Phone: 07421 481747
- Website: https://earlybirdpreschool.co.uk/
- Run by: [Early Bird Pre-School CIC](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/early-bird-pre-school-cic)
- Ofsted URN: 2801691

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since July 2024 (Reference 2801691). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2801691)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2801691)
- Registered places: 35 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2801691)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Strathmore School, Old Hale Way, Hitchin, SG5 1XR

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.961257,-0.278212

- Station: Hitchin, 0.8 miles
- 4 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Cadwell Playing Field, 0.3 miles
- Park: Ransom's Recreation Ground, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Ransom's Recreation Ground Playground, 0.5 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Hertfordshire there are about 2.9 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strathmore Infant and Nursery School | Primary | 3–7 | School remains Good (June 2023) | yes | under 0.1 miles |
| Our Lady Catholic Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | Good (July 2022) |  | 0.2 miles |
| York Road Nursery School | Nursery | 2–5 | School remains Outstanding (July 2023) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy | Primary | 7–11 | Standards maintained (December 2024) |  | 0.5 miles |
| Oughton Primary and Nursery School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (March 2023) | yes | 0.7 miles |
| Ickleford Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (May 2022) |  | 0.7 miles |
| Samuel Lucas Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Outstanding (October 2023) |  | 0.8 miles |
| St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (July 2026) | yes | 0.9 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Toad Hall Nursery Hitchin](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/toad-hall-nursery-hitchin-ey239470) | Good |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kiddi-caru-day-nursery-and-preschool-2638111) | Good |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [Smartys Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/smartys-day-nursery-ey555147) | Report card Feb 2026 |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [The Cookie Club](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-cookie-club-ey472328) |  |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [Hitchin House Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/hitchin-house-day-nursery-2570956) | Outstanding |  |  | 0.6 miles |
| [Early Days Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/early-days-pre-school-ey492398) | Good |  |  | 0.7 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many children can The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore) take?

The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore) is registered with Ofsted for up to 35 children at any one time.

### Who runs The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore)?

The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore) is run by Early Bird Pre-School CIC, which runs 3 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore)?

Hitchin is the nearest station we know of, 0.8 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact The Early Bird Pre-School (Strathmore)?

You can call 07421 481747 and visit earlybirdpreschool.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2801691)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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