Child First Aylesbury Pre-School

35 Rickfords Hill, Aylesbury HP20 2RT
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9.6 75 Reviews
  • 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 learners, taking part in daily tasks such as self-serving, washing up after snacks, and preparing their own food, including cutting fruit and vegetables.

Outdoor exploration is a key priority at the pre-school. Children enjoy the recently renovated garden and take part in regular Forest School sessions, where they learn to take appropriate risks and develop an understanding of fire safety by helping to make campfires and toast special treats.

The Helicopter Stories programme enhances creativity and listening skills and plays a crucial role in building confidence, supporting effective communication and language development. Weekly outings to the local library or supermarket further enrich children’s learning - whether choosing ingredients for science experiments or discovering new stories to enjoy together.

Open Monday to Friday, 8:00–18:00, the pre-school cares for children aged 2 years 9 months to 5 years.
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Type of Service

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

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.
    We offer Emergency Service & Armed Forces Discount %
    We offer Sibling Discount %

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.
    We offer Emergency Service & Armed Forces Discount %
    We offer Sibling Discount %

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 (75)

9.6

Child First Aylesbury Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.622) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Child First Aylesbury Pre-School has 75 reviews.

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Review from Kelly S (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic pre school. The staff are incredible and provide an amazing environment for the children to play and learn. It is spacious and well kept with plenty of activities for the children to take part in.
All of the staff are friendly and approachable and they provide an excellent start to learning
and a great foundation for starting reception.
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Review from Miss D (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child attended the nursery and now the preschool. I am so impressed with the varied range of activities they engage the children with and the learning through play method suits all aptitudes.
My child has been extremely happy here and the level of care that is received is exceptional. I would highly
recommend both the nursery and the preschool for the staff, facilities and the food is also freshly cooked on site and the children benefit from a great menu which is healthy and tasty.
A+ Childcare in my opinion.
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Review from Sam S (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Child First Pre School is a fantastic setting with a variety of resources for all children. The staff are welcoming and approachable to parents and children. They promote learning in a fun, adventurous way to meet everyone's needs. My child has loved his experience at Child First and has built many
strong relationships. I would definitely recommend!
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Review from A W (Father of Child) published on 13 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very positive settle in for our second child at Child First Pre School.
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Review from Hollie H (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Childfirst has been a great preschool for both my children. They have always been flexible meeting mine and my childrens needs. The staff are amazing and I can't fault them for anything. My little boy loves it here and loves all the staff.
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Review from Steph B (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children that attend child first, my eldest is now at school and I couldn't be happier with the way he's developed! I love the independence children have in the setting they are able to free flow to and from the garden and chose what activities they want to throughout the day - my daughter
is able to learn and develop through all the play offered. The preschool is big and open planned with lots of natural lighting and resources which I find ideal for 3-5 year olds! They make the most of the garden space they have and always have the option to go outside in all weathers! The staff are all so bubbly and have the children's best interest at heart, the variety of food available is also great and meet any dietary needs and requests. Overall I would highly recommend child first, both my children love it here and always get excited when its time to go to preschool!
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Review from Kasia (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall as a parent I am happy with the care provided by the Child first. The only issues I've noticed are: very often children are left running around unattended. They can access changing room and go through each others belongings. Also some inside and outside facilities could be replaced (modernised)
and garden made look tidier and more looked after.
Reply from Sara Foster, Manager at Child First Aylesbury Pre-School
We are a free-flow setting and promote independence. All areas of the building are fully staffed and we work above the government ratio. Children have access to the cloak room as we want them to be…read more
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Review from Claire W (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is so happy at the preschool, they have been supporting for parents and really worked on her development.


She is a very happy child, one of the amazing benefits is the food menu for the children, locally sourced goods and all homemade, I feel confident that the right nutrients and being

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I think more investment on the car park, in door floors and furniture is required on a regular basis and heating in the reception area is low quality in the winter months.


Staff are amazing!

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Review from Sarah (Mother of Child) published on 29 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves going to Child First. He's been attending for 2 years now; initially he only went a few hours a week but over time this has increased to full time! I would (and have) recommend them highly!
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Review from Shazad (Father of Child) published on 26 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone me or my child have had contact with at the nursery have been very professional, polite and friendly.
My child has been made to feel very welcome at the nursery she has learned a great deal and she always has wonderful things to say about her time spent at the nursery.
She especially loves
the cook and her cooking lessons.
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Review from Katie L (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All of the staff are extremely helpful and kind and have my sons interest at heart.
My son has thrived being at this school every day and has met some lovely friends along the way.
All the staff are also helpful with any queries or concerns you may have.
The Pre School also keeps you up-to-date
with any activities they have planned for the future.
It was be extremely sad when he leaves to go to big school
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Review from N D (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful, fun and safe environment for children to learn and develop in. We have always had full confidence in the staff, who have always been excellent and our children have flourished under their care.
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Review from K K (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Child first is one of the best nurseries around. It's a very safe place for a child. My daughter loves it and the staff is very friendly and professional. My daughter is grown to be confident in herself and has made friends. I can be at peace knowin she's in good hands.
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Review from Louisa G (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has thrived since joining Child First nursery. He is a practical thinker and all staff members have continuously encouraged and pushed him to build, draw and think for himself. The staff members are very hands on and informative. We can see how much our son enjoys attending. The facilities and
opportunity for our son to grow and learn are on point, we're happy his first insight to an educational and social environment is with the staff and children at Child First.
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Review from Kay (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are lovely, they are professional and very helpful. My son loves going there always has lots of fun and loves to tell me about what he has been up to. I feel like they always have lots of fun activities planned & the food menu is really good.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.622)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.622) out of 10 for Child First Aylesbury Pre-School 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 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 14 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 4.922 for Child First Aylesbury Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (168 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 179 Ratings = 4.922
  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 4.7 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Child First Aylesbury Pre-School is based on 14 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 100 number of registered child places is 20. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.7
  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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