Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury)

Mandeville Road, Aylesbury HP21 8AL
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9.9 163 Reviews
  • Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury), Aylesbury
A purpose built day nursery, specified by Childbase to the highest quality standard. Developed on behalf of the Stoke Mandeville Hospital to care for children of the Trust employees and the local community, Willows provides a happy, sociable environment where every child is treated as an individual. Willows Day Nursery has obtained their Green Flag Eco-Schools Award.

The nursery has five main playrooms for individual age groups, including sensory rooms and additional sleeping areas. Outside is a large, enclosed and fully equipped garden with separate areas for different activities including a baby garden with a decking area. There is also a forest school, running sessions Monday - Wednesday. In addition to the daily routines, Willows also offer the extracurricular activity of Char Char Chimps to their under 2’s. They attend every Friday from 2:30pm until 3:15pm.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jane Hobbs (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 60

Total Places for Children

  • 130

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Inset Days

Parking

  • Free parking is available on site.

Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) Reviews (163)

9.9

Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.911) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) has 163 reviews.

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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't speak highly enough of this nursery! The staff are amazing! so kind, caring, and attentive to my son. From the very first day, they made my son feel comfortable and supported. The settle-in sessions were carefully timed each week before his start, and since starting full-time time he has settled
in so well! In just a few weeks, I've already seen such so much progress in his speech and language. I'm so grateful for the positive impact they've had on my son, and I couldn't have chosen a better place for him to learn.


He's able to play and learn indoors and outdoors at his choosing, which he really enjoys as he is a very active boy. The key workers are fantastic; they set regular goals to help him reach his milestones and coordinate all goals with home life.


A huge thank you to all the staff!

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Review from F C (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Willows in September, and the nursery has been absolutely amazing in helping her settle in. I was really anxious about her starting nursery, but she has settled so well thanks to the wonderful staff. Everyone is so warm, welcoming, and caring, and I'm so glad I chose Willows.
The nursery is always clean and provides such a lovely, nurturing environment for the children.
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Review from Millie B (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to Willows Day Nursery for a couple of years now and she absolutely loves it. The staff always go above and beyond to make her feel supported and safe. A very special thanks to the team leader of bumblebees and now in ladybirds and her calm, kind and proactive approach has
definitely been paramount in making my daughter's experience a lovely one.


My youngest daughter is just about to start the nursery in September and I am very positive that her time at Willows will be just as fantastic.
Thank you all for everything you do!

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been going to the Willows Day Nursery for the past 4 years and loves it there! He has made some great friends and will be sad to leave in September. The staff are very caring and keep him engaged in many activities throughout the day!
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Review from Chelsea S (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Willows Day nursery has been nothing but fantastic. The staff are absolutely amazing and they always go above and beyond for the children in their care. They are very passionate and very helpful. My son has absolutely thrived since attending this nursery and I have already registered to send my daughter
too. They offer so many different activities for the children, they offer healthy fresh meals daily and they are always there to give a detailed handover at the end of the session. They are such a lovely bunch of supportive individuals and myself and my son will miss them dearly. My child has progressed so much with the help of this nursery and I just know he will miss it so much. The senco is fabulous as well. I am so thankful to them for taking such good care of my son and would definitely recommend them.
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Review from Scott S (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The highest recommendation I can give is that we've signed our unborn child up to come to the nursery when he's ready. My daughter has loved her time and has really bonded specifically with Nursery Practitioners in preschool, and they've both been exceptional with her.
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Review from S N (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is thriving at nursery and learning new things all the time. He loves the outside space and the toys available. All the staff are friendly and caring.
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Review from J L (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl absolutely loves coming into nursery every day such a lovely warm and welcoming environment. All staff are amazing and I can see how happy my daughter is when I collect her at the end of the day. Handover is always brilliant. A big thank you to everyone at Willows.
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Review from V J (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one took a while to settle in but ow that they have have love coming to nursery everyday. The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive and we have full confidence in the team here.
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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so grateful to the amazing staff at willows nursery. Everyone both in and out of caterpillar room has been so friendly and welcoming to us and our daughter. We have found the transition difficult , and we have been met with kind faces throughout, no question is too much. The staff have gone
above and beyond to settle our little one, holding her to sleep which I appreciate is tricky in a busy environment, and encouraging her poor eating habits. We are now starting to see their hard work and kindness pay off as she starts to settle in. So grateful, thank you.
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Review from Heidi C (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been at Willows for 2 years and she loves it. The day is full of fulfilling activities and includes multiple trips to their forest school. She comes home everyday having learnt something new, with crafts she's created or stories of playing with her friends. The food is excellent and the
staff genuinely care about the children and show compassion, interest and joy in their roles.
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Review from Megan N (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since joining the nursery in September last year, we've had nothing but good experiences. This week, I was invited to a stay and play session for Mother's day. I was warmly welcomed and an activity had been organised for my son and I to do together. We had a lovely time, and it was great to see how
happy and settled he is. It's clear the staff really do care about the children, and put in the effort to engage with each and every one of them. I came away with a big smile, and much less 'mum guilt' having seen how much he enjoys spending time there.
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Review from Selina S (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are currently in our second cycle though Willows nursery and I honestly cannot fault it at all and whilst we have over a year left there with our second child I'm dreading her leaving and having to say goodbye to people that have become like a family to us.
Both my children have thrived at Willows
and the care they have received has been first class.
My youngest struggled a bit more to settle but the staff were excellent in making suggestions and adjustments to help her settle. They really do look at each child as an individual and work to their needs and personalities. They have been so patient with my daughter and their dedication has really helped her come out of her shell.
The staff in all the rooms are great at what they do and are always there with a smile to answer any questions you have.
But I'd also like to highlight the office staff and kitchen staff who are just as important to the nursery and work so hard with less recognition.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Willows!
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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager runs a tight ship. Great job to her!!! Childbase is lucky to have her. The staff is helpful and always tries to do their best. It's a bit of a mare with the parking space, especially during drop-off and pick-up.
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Review from Daniel D (Father of Child) published on 6 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in the ladybird room around the end of November and he has adapted to his new routine amazingly. He always goes into nursery happy and smiling, he's so much more confident and we can already see his speech progressing. This is absolutely down to the amazing staff in the room. They really
do take wonderful care of our son and keep us updated throughout the day. He's absolutely thriving at Willows and we couldn't be happier. I always feel welcomed when arriving at the nursery, all the staff know my son's name and greet him as we enter the building. When walking into his room he always gets a warm welcome from the ladybird team and I love hearing all the feedback at the end of the day.
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Review from T M (Father of Child) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Willows has been I think the motivator for having a second child. The way our daughter has been nurtured bestows in us the trust that she is in good hands. From the different classes that she has progressed through, she comes home expressing volumes of good experiences with the staff and peers as well.
The different names we here mentioned in the evening prayers have driven us to see what she sees in her learning advisors. Children at Willows experience the perfect balance of what parents wish for their kids. We wish you many more...
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Review from L R (Grandmother of Child) published on 18 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my grandmother and grandson have attended the nursery. The children have been nurtured and cared for as individuals. They have been encouraged to develop in their own way and their own time. For my granddaughter, transition to school was natural and a very positive experience. The nursery were
very involved and had uniform dress-ups and school roleplays in preparation for the move, on her graduation day she was in the perfect place to be ready for 'big school'. The manager is very understanding and accommodating as are her team. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
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Review from Eman A (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Willows Day Nursery is the best setting I could have imagined for my daughter. She thrived in the two years she spent there, developing her verbal skills, social skills and friendships that are carrying on with her as she starts reception. The teachers there are all supportive and loving and they are
able to offer both the personal care that caters to individual needs as well as the setting for children to play and interact with one another. Their classes are filled with resources, centres and up-to-date equipment. There is a high hygiene level and my daughter always loved going every single day. Not only did she play, but she also learned different skills in a fun way. Thank you Willows for offering my daughter a second home.
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Review from Stephanie J (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Willows is a wonderful nursery! Both my children attended since they were 9 months old and have been so well looked after. The staff are so friendly and are well led by management. The team are so approachable, regardless of how big or small the problem. I would thoroughly recommend this nursery to
everyone!
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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We had an awful experience at a previous nursery and called the Willows in a panic as we needed to find somewhere for our child urgently. From the very beginning, the team were understanding and helpful and instantly I felt I had made the right decision in calling them. Every member of the team we had
dealings with was friendly and approachable and really helped my little one become more confident. Dropping them off at nursery was no longer a battle as he was settled. Thank you to everyone for changing our opinion of childcare.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.911)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.911) out of 10 for Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.911 for Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) is calculated as follows: ( (318 Excellents x 5) + (27 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 347 Ratings = 4.911
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) is based on 29 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 130 number of registered child places is 26, which has been reached with 29 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (1)

Jane

Jane Hobbs

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 1998

Jane is Manager of Willows Day Nursery in Aylesbury and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for 24 years. Jane is Level 3 qualified and has worked for Childbase Partnership for 24 years.


What is your favourite feature of Willows?


My favourite feature of the nursery is the garden and Forest school area as we have recently had these renovated.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?


I am proud of how the team pull together when support is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury)

What is the Age Range of Children that Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) accepts?

Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) Open?

Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) have capacity for?

Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) has capacity for a total of 130 Children.

How far is Willows Day Nursery (Aylesbury) to the centre of Aylesbury?

1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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