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 Zoe A (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Willows Day Nursery has been fantastic for the development and growth of our youngest child. He struggles more than some children the same age in certain areas but Willows have been amazing in adapting to his needs and allowing him to still be included in the preschool group. Special mention should
go to his keyworker who has been brilliant in finding ways to help his integration and genuinely cares about him. Also in particular one of the nursery practitioners who is always so positive about our child. Positivity is so important for children with SEN needs. Thank you, Willows.
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Review from Filipe U (Father of Child) published on 5 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Willows since 2018 at 6 months old and will now move to school. He has come so far in his development as a human being! Amazing!
Can't really think of a negative point about the nursery.
Staff are caring, supportive, enthusiastic and passionate about what they do every day with
the children.
I would highly recommend and I am grateful for everything.
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Review from R R (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our girls are at Willows Day Nursery and they absolutely love it. They love going to nursery and are really happy there. They look forward to it every morning. We as parents are extremely pleased that our children are so well looked after and cared for and they feel that they belong to one big
Willows family. Willows staff work so hard to ensure that they are happy and contented while encouraging lots of fun learning counting, reading, life skills and social skills.
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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are excellent, so kind and caring and it is clear our son loves coming into the nursery. Activities set up follow children's interests and help to progress their learning. We could not be happier to have our son at Willows Day Nursery.
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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has attended Willows since 2018 and is now ready to move on to school. It has been such a lovely place for him to learn and grow. We couldn't have asked for a better experience! The staff are all lovely and the relationships we have built along the way with his key workers have been caring
and personal. I would have never been able to teach him as much as he has learnt to date and I am confident that his experience at Willows Day Nursery will allow him the brightest start when he starts school in September. I would highly recommend it! If it wasn't for our house move our youngest would have definitely enrolled here as well. I am so grateful for all the safe hands and warm hearts that have helped me raise a gentle, loving and confident little boy.
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Review from Sarah D (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Willows Day Nursery is a great nursery, both my children attend the nursery and love coming. Staff are always welcoming and are very good at keeping us up to date with what our children are doing. The children do a wide variety of activities and have good relationships with their key workers.
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Review from H N (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the care our daughter has received over the last three years. Her development and social skills are a credit to the practitioners. We also love that every cultural celebration is recognised with extra events that include parents such as craft mornings and cream teas. Thank you!
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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 29 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Willows is like family. Our eldest has been here for 2 years and loves it. The staff are fantastic - friendly, supportive and knowledgeable. Our youngest starts here in a few weeks and we couldn't be happier about our choice of childcare setting.
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Review from D H (Father of Child) published on 21 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been going to Willows for the last 6 months and loves it. The staff are all very caring and attentive. The facilities are great and there is a great variety of food available. We would highly recommend it.
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child has been going to Willows since November 2021 and what drew me into choosing Willows was their amazing reviews and they are all spot on. The team are hard-working, kind, caring, friendly and patient to name a few of their star qualities. From the chefs, reception staff and the key worker's
everyone is so lovely and loves the children, nothing is a bother to them. The food is varied and well balanced and my child is very happily full when she comes back. The key workers are nothing short of incredible. Not only do they interact and play all day long without tiring, but our baby has also learnt new words and actions since coming to Willows. She is always so happy to see us when we come and pick her up, she will even try to stay and show us all her toys and books.
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Review from Jordan L (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children attend Willows Day Nursery and I cannot fault it at all. All the staff are so lovely and accommodating. As a mother, it is extremely reassuring that both of my children are happy at nursery and this is reflected through the pictures I get sent through the app and through the conversations
with the staff (which they always make time for). My children are always in a great mood when I pick them up, which can only mean that they’ve had a wonderful day. Keep up the great work girls!
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Review from Tiff W (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children thoroughly enjoy their days at nursery.
The staff are always helpful and flexible and I’m completely happy with the service provided.
There are lots of activities and I’m very excited for my children to experience the forest school when it’s ready.
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Review from D K (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team are very attentive and really look after my children. I can go to work knowing that they are safe and in a happy environment. I like the extra events they have (book day, Valentines etc.) as my children enjoy participating in this.
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Review from D P (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Willows for six months now and the progress she has made is astounding. She joined with a speech delay but now has picked up not only words but the relevant Makaton signs as well. It is so reassuring seeing her so happy to come to nursery every morning. The staff are amazing
with her and this is shown through the love she shows them and them to her. Cannot fault them in the slightest!
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Review from Judy H (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn’t be happier with this lovely nursery. Our child is welcomed and greeted by name as soon as she arrives by all members of staff, and everyone seems to know how she is doing and what she has been up to. It’s so comforting to know she is well cared for and she always has a big smile on her face
at the end of a busy day. The opening hours being slightly longer than most nurseries are also so handy. Thank you to all Willows staff for making this anxious Mummy’s return to work that bit easier!
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Review from Rebecca R (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended Willows Day Nursery as a baby. He progressed through each room and completed his journey here before heading to school.
From the day I put my son on the waiting list and all through his journey here the admin staff have been so attentive and kept me informed in regards to updates in
the nursery, weekly newsletters and other personal admin. They really go above and beyond and are always so welcoming at the reception.
My son's journey through nursery has been smooth thanks to you all. All the staff are friendly and approachable. My son has thoroughly enjoyed his time here. The quality and variety of food provided are outstanding as well as the facilities and resources.
He has learnt so much and I'm truly grateful for each and every one of the staff in the rooms for all the encouragement and support you provide to allow the children to reach their full potential. As a parent, I have been kept informed and updated about my child's development through the app.
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Review from Abbie C (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has settled in so well to Willows Day Nursery, he is always happy when we pick him up. The staff are so kind and helpful and keep us regularly updated with his progress. They offer a wide variety of food every day, the facilities and resources are very good and he enjoys his time at nursery.
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Review from Penny A (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have recently moved our child to Willows from another nursery as we felt it was not the right fit. We had friends recommend Willows to us and attend their most recent open day. The staff were so incredibly friendly and welcoming, answering all our questions and concerns and making us feel at ease
about how they would care for our child. We were anxious, having not had a good experience elsewhere, however, we needn't have been. The staff have gone above and beyond to make sure we all feel comfortable. It is not easy leaving your child with strangers, especially as first-time parents and the staff at Willows understand this. The level of communication we receive through the days our child is there is fantastic. We receive regular photos as well as notifications about sleep and meals. This has really put our minds at ease to see how well our child is settling in and bonding with the staff. We would highly recommend Willows to any parents/carers.
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Review from Simone Y (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot praise all the staff at Willows Day Nursery enough. My son has been attending Willows since 2018 and during this time he has required a lot of support and extra care due to Down Syndrome. Willows has shown nothing but support and care for us as a family which is greatly appreciated. Our son
loves all the staff and can't wait to go to nursery in the mornings.
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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended willows for over 2 years and has been very happy there. Kind, caring staff and a safe environment with lots to keep little ones occupied. I feel the environment has helped her learn and grow. She is leaving soon and we will be sad to say goodbye to everyone.
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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.

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