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Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

35 Rickfords Hill, Aylesbury HP20 2RT
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Child First Aylesbury Pre-School, Aylesbury
Child First Aylesbury Pre-School, Aylesbury
Child First Aylesbury Pre-School, Aylesbury

Child First Aylesbury Pre-School, located near the town centre and close to local bus and train services, works in collaboration with parents to achieve the very best outcomes for children.


The holistic curriculum uses open-ended resources to inspire curiosity and encourage deep, meaningful learning.

Here at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School, aim to foster responsibility, independence, self-awareness, and resilience through first-hand experiences and learning through play. Children are supported in becoming independent...  

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Judith Knibbs (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 2 years 9 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday 07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday 07:30-18:00
  • Thursday 07:30-18:00
  • Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, Christmas & Training Days

Child First Aylesbury Pre-School Reviews (78)

9.4

Child First Aylesbury Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.410) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Child First Aylesbury Pre-School has 78 reviews.

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Review from Tiffany D (Mother of Child) published on 26 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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In my opinion, Child's First is one of the best nurseries and pre-schools in the area. Both of my children have attended, and the level of care and professionalism has been outstanding. The staff are warm, dedicated, and genuinely invested in each child's development. My daughter loves attending and is always excited to share her experiences with the team, which reflects the nurturing environment they provide. The nursery offers excellent support for children with learning difficulties, including access to a sensory room, which clearly demonstrates their inclusive approach.

Communication with parents is excellent, with daily updates and a strong understanding of each child's individual needs. The staff have also been incredibly supportive in areas such as potty training and speech development, helping my daughter grow in confidence and come out of her shell. highly recommend Child's First to any family seeking high-quality early years education.

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Review from Sophie D (Mother of Child) published on 26 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son moved up to pre school in September from the nursery. Since he has been attending we have noticed a really nice positive progression in him.

The staff are all lovely and my son is always so excited to go and see them! So it really puts you at ease! He always leave happy and with a full belly of yummy food!

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Review from j p (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son absolutely loves going to the nursery, he has made some friends there. The staffs is great with him and he is very comfortable with all the staffs. They know how to cater to all his needs. Child first pre-school is really good.

Reply from Abbey Williams, Deputy Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for taking the time to complete a view on our preschool. We have loved having your son on our journey :)

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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going to the nursery/ preschool since 2023 and she loves it! The staff are great and issues I've had have been dealt with quickly and I've been informed throughout, she's made so many friends and loves her preschool teachers! She has learnt a lot and I'm very happy with her progress

Reply from Abbey Williams, Deputy Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for the kind words towards our preschool and taking the time to complete a review :)

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter loved going to preschool. She got on well with all the staff and couldn't wait to go each day. Everyone was so friendly and caring! She enjoyed all the activities and going out in the garden. I Would definitely recommend Child First Preschool!

Reply from Abbey Williams, Deputy Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for taking the time to make a review on our preschool and thank you for your kind words. I am glad your daughter loved coming to us :)

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Review from Serena R (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started at the preschool in January after moving over from the nursery, and even though she wasn't there for very long, it's been such a lovely experience. The staff have always been really warm and kind - not just to her, but to us as well - and we always felt like she was really well cared for. She genuinely enjoyed going in every day, and we could tell she felt happy and safe there. The team were also so supportive whenever anything came up, whether it was something small or a bit more serious. We're really sad to be leaving so soon but we're grateful for the way they looked after her, and for how easy and reassuring they made everything feel in the time she was there.

Reply from Abbey Moore, Deputy Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for taking the time to complete a review, and also thank you so much for your kind words about our preschool :)

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Review from Nicola R (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter absolutely loves going to Child First Preschool. She has formed great relationships with the staff and children. She gets upset when she realises it's not a day for her to go to preschool at the weekends or the day her Granny looks after her!
I love how they're outside playing lots, have forest school, get messy and involved in everything, including teaching them building things like bookcases with screwdrivers.
I feel that my daughter has developed so much here.

Communication between parents and preschool is great, and staff are always happy to help with any requests.

Reply from Abbey Moore, Deputy Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words regarding our preschool and taking the time to write us a review. I am so glad your daughter enjoys coming to preschool.

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Review from Anca S (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our son has moved from Child First Nursery to Child First Pre-school a few months ago. The transition was organised in advance and handled really well making sure that us as parents are kept informed with his progress and at the same time allowing our son to accommodate with the new setting as well as the staff.
Communication throughout is really well managed by the management team and updates are provided regarding the children through their app.

Have recommended the pre-school to parents we know and we are happy with our child's progress so far.

Reply from Abbey Moore, Deputy Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words regarding our preschool and taking the time to write us a review. I am so glad your son enjoys coming to preschool.

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Review from Emma F (Mother of Child) published on 18 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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My little girl loves coming to preschool and will always ask if it's a preschool day. My little girl always goes in with a smile and comes out with a bigger smile. She has developed so much since starting there and is super confident. The team at preschool are caring and kind and show so much love towards all the children. My little girl loves the huge outdoor space especially the mud kitchen where she often makes 'cupcakes' for her teachers. She will come home full of stories about her forest school sessions and tales of the day and the yummy food she has eaten. Honestly love this preschool and will be sad when my little girl goes to school in September. I cannot recommend this nursery enough.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time to review our pre-school.

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Review from R C (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our child attended the pre-school and nursery. They enjoyed their time there and in pre-school had particularly enjoyed forest school. The pre-school environment is very welcoming and a great place for a child to develop. The staff are very kind and friendly, provided updates via collection or phone. Would recommend to other parents.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for kind words and taking the time to write a review. We are really pleased your child enjoyed the preschool and enjoyed the forest school sessions we provide.

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Review from Jessica P (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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Amazing pre-school! My son started in November 2023 and has come along leaps and bounds. He's very settled and loves everyone there. The staff are amazing with the children and great with allergies. I will be sending my youngest son there when his time comes! My son can be a bit of a fussy eater at home but often has two helpings of meals and enjoys most things he eats!

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time to leaving us a review.

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Review from Kayleigh H (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has loved being here after being at the attached nursery. All the staff are friendly and caring. He has been well looked after and made some lovely friends. He will miss being here when he starts school this September. Thanks.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Nursery Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We wish him lots of luck at big school. Thank you for being a part of our Child First Family.

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Review from Rosie R (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Child First have been fantastic for both of our children, our youngest having just completed his time there. The staff are friendly and professional, and it's obvious how much they care about the children. Both of our children thoroughly enjoyed their days at the preschool and went in happy each morning: the variety of toys/activities on offer was excellent. I really appreciated the fact that they got to play outside most days (the outside space is very good) and the recent addition of the forest school went down a treat. The communication was brilliant, with regular updates about meals etc. being provided via the app. We will miss Child First but have lots of fond memories!

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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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Since my daughter has attended ChildFirst Preschool, she has progressed so much. She has grown in confidence and has made a lovely bond with the teachers. The outside environment is excellent for her, such a big space. She has enjoyed attending Forest School and learning different things.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We appreciate you taking the time to review the pre-school.

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Review from Dheeraj S (Father of Child) published on 23 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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We have used Child First Pre-School's services for my son. He was so happy to go to the preschool every day. He used to love his caretakers. Child First leadership is also very professional and respectful. They have a very big indoor and outdoor space. Kids are never bored there. I am glad that we used Child First Pre-School.

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Review from Steve M (Father of Child) published on 12 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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Great service amazing staff, can't fault them, very easy to get along with pick ups and drop offs any time of day. My child's vocabulary has excelled and her responses all be it cheeky have become more fluent and understanding.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to review our pre-school.

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Review from G D (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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The preschool have been fantastic since my daughter transitioned over from the nursery. As a SEN child, my daughter is given the care and attention she requires whilst also being taught key skills with the other children. They are very inclusive and all children are treated as equals. We are kept up to date with everything my daughter has done throughout the day and what she has eaten. The staff are all kind, friendly and easy to talk too. Highly recommend Child First to any parent.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time to write this.

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Review from H S (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has started this preschool back in September and I can openly say how much she enjoys coming to preschool and making new friends and she likes her teachers. The staff are all lovely and kind and caring. My daughter enjoys coming to preschool, she tells me about her day, the things she likes doing at preschool too, especially the garden and painting.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled that your daughter enjoys her time at the preschool.

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Review from Beulah W (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been at the pre-school since leaving the nursery and has always enjoyed being at the setting. The staff are always very welcoming and make the children feel not only valued as an individual, but also as part of the pre-school family. The staff are very attentive and always communicate effectively with parents to ensure parents are in the know, whether that be because the child reached an EYFS goal or to discuss general day to day activities. The setting is very inclusive and always ensures that a whole spectrum of holidays are included such as Eid, Christmas, and events like the King's coronation- to give the child a better understanding of the world. Overall the setting is an amazing pre-school, no job is too big or small for the manager and the area manager is always at hand and oversees the pre-school to ensure the setting runs smoothly. The pre-school has recently had the garden renovated and is ten out of ten, would recommend.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. It's been an absolute pleasure getting to know you and I wish you all the best for the future.

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Review from Samantha M (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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I have recommended and continue to recommend this preschool to anyone I meet. My daughter transitioned here from nursery, which the staff really helped her prepare for, and it's been the same positive experience as she transitions to primary school.
My daughter loves being here, has learned so much about the world around her and has truly excelled with support from her key person and other staff members. While there have been a number of management changes, the core staff have been consistent and changes haven't seemed to affect how happy my child is in the setting.

Dietary needs are catered for with fresh food prepared on site. We felt supported and cared for as a family. We have built such a good rapport with the staff here, which is testament to their skills and love for what they do. This is a creative and fun space where children are embraced and thrive! My daughter will definitely miss preschool.

Reply from Louisa Steele, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words. I'm so pleased you and your daughter have felt supported and that she has enjoyed her time at the preschool. We miss her already and wish her all the best at her new school.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that Child First Aylesbury Pre-School accepts?

Child First Aylesbury Pre-School accepts Children aged from 2 years 9 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Child First Aylesbury Pre-School Open?

Child First Aylesbury Pre-School is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Child First Aylesbury Pre-School have capacity for?

Child First Aylesbury Pre-School has capacity for a total of 100 Children.

How far is Child First Aylesbury Pre-School to the centre of Aylesbury?

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

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