Little Beacons is an educational nursery for boys and girls aged three to four, based in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. Located within The Oakway Building, a spacious Early Years setting, the nursery provides an environment where children can begin their educational journey through a balance of play, exploration and structured learning.
A high staff-to-pupil ratio enables the nursery team to respond closely to each child's interests and learning needs. Children are supported by...
Little Beacons is an educational nursery for boys and girls aged three to four, based in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. Located within The Oakway Building, a spacious Early Years setting, the nursery provides an environment where children can begin their educational journey through a balance of play, exploration and structured learning.
A high staff-to-pupil ratio enables the nursery team to respond closely to each child's interests and learning needs. Children are supported by a fully qualified teacher and teaching assistants, with individualised learning opportunities designed to encourage curiosity, confidence and a positive attitude towards learning.
Much of the nursery day is centred around active, play-led experiences, giving children the freedom to investigate, explore and make discoveries independently and with others. Alongside this, adult-led sessions introduce children to a broad range of subjects and experiences, including French, phonics, numbers, shapes and measuring.
The wider programme includes cooking, swimming, PE, music and movement, art, library sessions, topic-based activities and outdoor learning. This varied approach gives children opportunities to develop academically, physically, socially and creatively while preparing for the next stage of their education.
Little Beacons places particular emphasis on creating a nurturing environment in which children feel happy, safe and secure. The nursery forms part of The Beacon, which met standards across all categories in its 2025 Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection, with the full report available through the school's website.
The Beacon is registered to offer the universal 15 hours of funded childcare per week for eligible three- and four-year-olds. As nursery places are limited, families interested in Little Beacons are encouraged to register early through the website or contact the Admissions team for further information.
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Nursery School
Opening Schedule
Open term time
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Owner
The Beacon School
Private Owned
Person in charge
Nick Baker (Headmaster)
Number of Childcare Staff
11
Total Places for Children
22
Age Range
from 3 years 0 months
to 4 years 0 months
Meals Provided
Yes
Meal Types Provided
Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
No
Opening Times
Monday07:30-18:00
Tuesday07:30-18:00
Wednesday07:30-18:00
Thursday07:30-18:00
Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
School Holidays
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There is free parking at the school for all visitors.
Funding & Fees
Accepts government funding
We don't have fee information for this nursery yet. Contact them for pricing.
Little Beacons Nursery:
Little Beacons Nursery:
£405 per session/term (morning or afternoon).
£3,875 (reduced full time termly fee).
The Beacon is registered for universal 15-hours per week funding for 3-4 year olds.
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The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 Reviews (8)
The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.932) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 has 8 reviews.
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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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I couldn't speak more highly of the Beacon. First and foremost my little boy loves his time there, and loves the staff. The facilities are outstanding and the communication between the school and the parents is so refreshing. It really does feel like being part of a community. There are also good...
I couldn't speak more highly of the Beacon. First and foremost my little boy loves his time there, and loves the staff. The facilities are outstanding and the communication between the school and the parents is so refreshing. It really does feel like being part of a community. There are also good options for wrap around care, even during the holidays, that is extremely helpful.
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Review from Steve W (Father of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Exceptional staff and it's been great to see my son develop exponentially since he joined The Beacon. He comes home every day excited to tell us about his day - they really do offer activities and opportunities that I've found to be lacking in other nursery settings.
Exceptional staff and it's been great to see my son develop exponentially since he joined The Beacon. He comes home every day excited to tell us about his day - they really do offer activities and opportunities that I've found to be lacking in other nursery settings.
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Review from J P (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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We have been so very impressed with Little Beacons. Having struggled to settle at his previous nursery setting, our son has been happy here from day one with lots of exciting and interesting activities always taking place and very warm and professional staff. Highly recommended.
We have been so very impressed with Little Beacons. Having struggled to settle at his previous nursery setting, our son has been happy here from day one with lots of exciting and interesting activities always taking place and very warm and professional staff. Highly recommended.
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Review from F L (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2023 Submitted via Website•
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The Beacon School Nursery is exceptional and has prepared my sons for reception brilliantly. Being part of a school environment provides significant benefits from amazing facilities (swimming, sports, music and drama) to wrap around care and the boys being comfortable attending a bigger school...
The Beacon School Nursery is exceptional and has prepared my sons for reception brilliantly. Being part of a school environment provides significant benefits from amazing facilities (swimming, sports, music and drama) to wrap around care and the boys being comfortable attending a bigger school environment helps with the transition into reception.
The nursery provides teaching excellence alongside the nurturing and warm environment of a small nursery.
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Review from Sivani P (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2023 Submitted via Website•
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I couldn’t recommend Little Beacons more! A truly lovely setting and the boys who go there are very lucky. Every member of staff is gentle, caring and nurturing, while also encouraging boys to be independent, confident and behave well.
I couldn’t recommend Little Beacons more! A truly lovely setting and the boys who go there are very lucky. Every member of staff is gentle, caring and nurturing, while also encouraging boys to be independent, confident and behave well.
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Review from N A (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2022 Submitted via Website•
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A wonderful start to school life. My son has truly enjoyed his time here and is ready to go for reception. Outstanding education on every level and excellent staff. The variety of activities on offer is amazing as is the community.
A wonderful start to school life. My son has truly enjoyed his time here and is ready to go for reception. Outstanding education on every level and excellent staff. The variety of activities on offer is amazing as is the community.
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Review from G M (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2022 Submitted via Website•
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A fantastic year at Little Beacons. A wonderful, caring and nurturing environment packed full of fun ways of learning, leaving the boys eager to come back the next day. It has prepared my son very well for his step into reception.
A fantastic year at Little Beacons. A wonderful, caring and nurturing environment packed full of fun ways of learning, leaving the boys eager to come back the next day. It has prepared my son very well for his step into reception.
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Review from B S (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2022 Submitted via Website•
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Moving my son from his nursery was a difficult decision but I am so pleased that we did. He flourished in ways I could not have imagined being at Little Beacons and completely came out of his shell. His speech developed far faster than it had been doing and his confidence soared. He also delighted...
Moving my son from his nursery was a difficult decision but I am so pleased that we did. He flourished in ways I could not have imagined being at Little Beacons and completely came out of his shell. His speech developed far faster than it had been doing and his confidence soared. He also delighted in attending every day, so much so that he asked to attend full time by the second term. Attending Little Beacons has set him up perfectly for reception and I have no worries about the transition as a result. The staff have been fantastic, providing the perfect level of care and support and the activities that the boys have been able to enjoy this year have been amazing. I rave about Little Beacons to everyone who asks and am grateful for the fantastic start they have provided for my son at The Beacon School Nursery.
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Meet the Team (6)
Lucy GordonJob Title Head of Pre-PrepJoined 2015
MEd: University of Cambridge, MTheol: University of St Andrews, PGCE: University of Cambridge
Lucy joined The Beacon in 2015, and since then she has...
MEd: University of Cambridge, MTheol: University of St Andrews, PGCE: University of Cambridge
Lucy joined The Beacon in 2015, and since then she has taught Year 1, as well as working as the Deputy Head of the Pre-Prep for the last four years.
Lucy is particularly interested in the ways that boys learn and prior to joining the school completed a research-based Masters of Education concerning boys opinions of writing. This was a fascinating insight and showed the benefits of creating a curriculum aimed specifically for boys.
In her spare time, Lucy enjoys reading and is very much looking forward to becoming the Pre-Prep Librarian and having the opportunity to share a range of books, genres and authors with the Little Beacons.
Claire SharpJob Title Head of Early YearsJoined 2002
BA Joint Hons Education and Information and Library Studies. PGCE specialising in Early Years.
Claire has over 25 years of experience teaching young...
BA Joint Hons Education and Information and Library Studies. PGCE specialising in Early Years.
Claire has over 25 years of experience teaching young children, 20 of which have been at The Beacon, and she absolutely adores it. She has been instrumental in the set-up and success of our Little Beacons Nursery since its opening in September 2021.
Claire finds supporting and encouraging young children’s learning and development such a rewarding experience. From the moment a boy joins our Nursery, Claire embarks on a fun-filled adventure with them. Every day is different and that brings her so much joy. One minute she could be a superhero, saving the world with her trusty fellow superheroes, and the next she could be given a worm to hold, as a special gift from a boy and his curious peers.
Claire makes learning fun. She wants the boys to be passionate about the world in which they live. She strives for the boys to be excited to come to Little Beacons, to be fully engaged during the day and to leave with a smile on their faces.
In her free time, Claire enjoys going to the theatre.
Jenny GrubbJob Title High Level Teaching AssistantJoined 2002
BTEC National Diploma in Childcare and Education (Level 3). Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Level 3 Forest School Leader.
Jenny has been working in...
BTEC National Diploma in Childcare and Education (Level 3). Higher Level Teaching Assistant. Level 3 Forest School Leader.
Jenny has been working in Early Years for over 20 years now, and she loves working with Nursery children specifically as they have such an infectious and inquisitive love for life and learning. She truly believes that we should all look at the world through the eyes of a 3-year old!
Jenny genuinely enjoys everything about her job! From helping our Little Beacons explore and learn about the world to supporting them to become independent. Hearing the words "Mrs Grubb, I did it myself!" is extremely joyful! She is proud to have been part of the set-up, launch and ongoing success of our Little Beacons Nursery.
Jenny loves being outside - her favourite place to be is by the sea, and she enjoys going on long walks and hiking with her family.
Lisa DuntonJob Title Teaching AssistantJoined 2005
NVQ level 3 in childcare and education.
Lisa has always had a passion for teaching in Early Years. Now with 17 years’ experience, she was delighted...
NVQ level 3 in childcare and education.
Lisa has always had a passion for teaching in Early Years. Now with 17 years’ experience, she was delighted to embark on working with young children in Early Years as soon as she finished her education at school. She believes these years are very important in laying down the foundations for the future development of every child.
Her favourite part of the job is seeing the world through the eyes of a child, helping them to use their imagination to turn everyday objects into whatever the child chooses them to be.
Outside of work, Lisa enjoys spending time with her three children who are 12, 10 and 8 years old. She loves going to parks and visiting museums with her family.
Carrie-Anne CarrJob Title Teaching AssistantJoined 2021
NNEB (National Nursery Examination Board)
Carrie-Anne qualified in 1994 and since then she has worked in various Early Years settings for the past...
NNEB (National Nursery Examination Board)
Carrie-Anne qualified in 1994 and since then she has worked in various Early Years settings for the past 28 years, starting her career as a Teaching Assistant at The Beacon in November 2021.
Carrie-Anne loves caring and educating young children because they are like ‘sponges’ and soak up every activity, experience and opportunity presented to them. She finds it such a pleasure to be part of our Little Beacons young lives. Carrie-Anne is extremely passionate about each individual she teaches to become independent and unique at their own pace.
She is a mother of four boys ranging from the age of 22 down to 15 years of age. She adores family-time together and enjoys baking (sometimes her boys still offer to help!)
In her leisure time, Carrie-Anne enjoys travelling and having Summer holidays with family and friends.
Melanie HoughtonJob Title Teaching AssistantJoined 2021
Mel has been working at The Beacon for over a year in the Admissions Department and is joining the Early Years team in Little Beacons in September....
Mel has been working at The Beacon for over a year in the Admissions Department and is joining the Early Years team in Little Beacons in September. Mel thoroughly enjoys working at The Beacon and the time she has spent interacting with the boys and is very much looking forward to joining the team and supporting the boys as they begin their journey at The Beacon.
Mel is the mother of a 15-year-old boy and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. In her leisure time, Mel likes to ski and travel.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4
What is the Age Range of Children that The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 accepts?
The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 accepts Children aged from 3 years 0 months to 4 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 Open?
The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 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 The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 have capacity for?
The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 has capacity for a total of 22 Children.
How far is The Beacon School Nursery, Boys & Girls Aged 3-4 to the centre of Amersham?
1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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