Spring Nursery RAF Halton

Halton, Tring Road, Aylesbury HP22 5PN
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9.6 34 Reviews
  • Spring Nursery RAF Halton, Aylesbury
Spring Nursery RAF Halton takes pride in providing exceptional childcare and early education services. Here are the highlights:

The nursery has received the highest rating from OFSTED (September 2018), ensuring quality care and education for your child.

Age Groups, room and opening times:

Discoverers (Ages 2-5): The Discoverers room caters to children aged 2 to 5 years.
Explorers (Ages 0-2): The Explorers room is designed for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 2 years.

The nursery is open 51 weeks of the year, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

The nursery boasts a spacious garden with various features. Children can enjoy a bike track and explore the outdoors in a covered area, regardless of the weather.

There is a dedicated Forest School area where children participate in weekly Forest School sessions.

These sessions encourage outdoor exploration, creativity, and a deeper connection with nature which aligns with the personal nursery vision which is fostering a love for the outdoors.

Boogie Mite music sessions are offered across all age groups.

These engaging sessions enhance various areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum in a unique and enjoyable way.

Experienced and committed staff:

The fantastic staff team includes dedicated professionals who have been with the nursery for over 10 years. They bring a wealth of skills and expertise to create a nurturing and stimulating environment. Continuous training ensures that staff stay up-to-date and continually improve their practice.

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Care Provided by Spring Nursery RAF Halton

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Madieke Aarssen (Acting Nursery Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Priority given to military
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 16
  • Total Places for Children
  • 60
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Spring Nursery RAF Halton

  • Fees can be requested by emailing direct or booking a tour.
    Sessions range in price depending on session times and age range.
    Our prices are very competitive and we offer discounts for service personnel.

Spring Nursery RAF Halton Reviews (34)

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Spring Nursery RAF Halton has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.631) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Spring Nursery RAF Halton has 34 reviews.

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Review from Chloe S (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son joined Spring when he was 2, and he settled in immediately. The staff are caring and engaging and he's developed so well since he started. One of the main things we love about the nursery is the outdoor space and forest school. With a very energetic boy, it is vital that he has lots of time
outside, and he absolutely loves the garden at the nursery.
Our baby is just about to start attending too, and again he has settled in immediately and we're confident he's going to love it!

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Review from Julie E (Mother of Child) published on 14 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son is very happy at Spring. He started at just over 9 months old and it was a big step for me - lots of anxiety over his sleeping and eating! However the staff couldn’t have been more supportive and patient with me and welcomed our son and helped him settle so well. The staff are always fair and
clear with us as parents and always put the children first. The children’s play is always varied with a great balance of inside and outside play across the year. Our son is thriving at Spring and at 17 months old runs to the nursery front door at drop off - which speaks volumes.

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Review from Lynne W (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Spring from 9 months old, he enjoys going in and has come on leaps and bounds with his speech and his learning. The staff are eager to help the children to become independent and express themselves, they are also caring. My little boy has grown so much and that’s thanks to all
of the support and love from the staff. Would highly recommend.

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Review from J A (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn’t wish for more from a nursery. Both my children now attend Spring Nursery RAF Halton, and they absolutely love it. The staff are very professional, yet extremely friendly and approachable - the children also love them.

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Review from Joel D (Father of Child) published on 31 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Recently had our son attend Spring Nursery and couldn’t be happier. The staff are great, always happy, positive, and interacting with the children. The play seems varied and interesting, with the use of outdoor play areas when suitable. My son has settled in very quickly and loves it!

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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Spring Nursery RAF Halton is a setting that I would (and do!) recommend time and time again. The facilities are spacious, well-considered, and conducive to a great learning and play environment. The management team are approachable, proactive and supportive. And the key workers are passionate, pragmatic
and highly skilled. You would struggle to find a nursery setting that offers a better quality of care than here.

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Review from Hannah O (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery. I was so nervous about sending my little one to be looked after by someone else! But the staff at Spring made it so easy, and I love how they keep us up to date every day with what our little one is doing; it really helps and means a lot. The staff in Explorers are so wonderful - they
always have fun with the children and clearly care for them. We couldn’t have asked for better people to look after our baby. Thank you all at Spring!

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Review from Cindy D (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing staff, patient, considerate, and kind, like handing my daughter over to another parent - I cannot fault this nursery. My daughter loves the vast range of activities, and they work hard to help and support any needs she has. I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone. I can’t thank
them enough!

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Review from Fiona S (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two boys have been extremely happy at Spring for the past two years. They attend on a full times basis and are doing new things every day. The team are so caring and creative; the boys really do see them as a second family. With both parents having deployed during this period, we never have to worry
as we know the boys are so well looked after, and the team are always sensitive to the fact that a parent is absent. Forest School is definitely a highlight of the week and really has brought out my four-year-old fascination with nature. Thank you, Spring, for all you do! You are all brilliant!

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Review from Hermione C (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had positive interactions with the staff at Spring Nursery - they always work in the best interest of the child (children) in their care. I feel from the baby room up to their preschool, they develop and nurture to be independent children. It has been great to see both my children build confidence
in their surroundings and develop relationships and communication. Thank you to all staff for their hard work.

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Review from E P (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has thrived since attending Halton (August 2019). She has grown so much in confidence, and my husband and I feel that she has been given some great tools to use when she starts school this September. The staff have gone above and beyond to work on developing her confidence levels, as well
as supporting her to regulate her emotions.

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Review from J L (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have found the staff helpful when approaching a difficult situation with my child. They were keen to work consistently with us as a family, offering helpful solutions. This allowed us to approach the situation in an initial mannor. It is helpful when they encourage the children to be independent whilst
also providing guidance to help them succeed.

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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Spring has been such a wonderful part of our child’s life. The staff and their care for the children are second to none. Forest school has been wonderful for learning opportunities, and the activities the kids do both inside and out have provided so many fun ways for him to learn. We are so grateful
for the support provided by both staff and management during his time at the setting and couldn’t recommend Spring enough.

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Review from S L (Father of Child) published on 1 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Spring Nursery RAF Halton is excellent. However, it is a pity that the general state of the building detracts from the overall provision. The grass at the front of the nursery spent most of the year unkept and was long before being cut. Also, a window has broken in the main reception; it is made safe
and no longer is a risk. However, cardboard now replaces it. The general fabric of the building is, in my humble opinion, tired.

Reply from Madieke Aarssen, Manager at Spring Nursery RAF Halton

Thank you for your review.
The grass is currently our responsibility, and due to staffing issues, we had difficulty finding the time to focus on the outdoors as our main focus is the children's wellbeing and development.
The window is currently safe and will still be replaced, these things just take time as it's a costume made piece of glass.
I understand that it does not look very appealing, but we do our best to cover it up with beautiful pictures of the children.
We value your opinion and will do our best to work on sprucing up the setting a bit in 2022.


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Review from Nick S (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child started in Inventors in January, and I can’t thank the staff enough. He has come on in leaps and bounds in all aspects of development, and that is thanks to the staff and the effort they put in to ensure a diverse learning environment. Forest school is a fantastic learning experience as well
as the ducklings and butterflies the children have seen in the nursery over the last few months. I would highly recommend the nursery to anyone, the staff are what make it, and we are definitely lucky in Halton to have them.

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Review from G B (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

My little one started a couple of months ago. Prior reviews were positive and Ofsted outstanding set high expectations. Unfortunately, that wasn't my experience. I believe this nursery works for others - just didn't do it for me.

Reply from Madieke Aarssen, Manager at Spring Nursery RAF Halton

We are so sorry to hear that you felt this way as we strive to ensure that the setting is suited to everyone's needs.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss any specific issues that you had so that we can try and rectify this for you and/or improve ourselves to prevent any problems in the future.
Many thanks.


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Review from Helen (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly and professional staff made us and our son feel very welcome and safe. Lovely set up with good outdoor play area. Our son has only started this term and is already very settled thanks to the wonderful team working here. Highly recommended.

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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children love this nursery. They do so many activities and are thriving. They love the food and mostly they love the staff. They come home every day talking about their teachers and what they have done. I have two children there currently and had another child there previously who is now at school.
I would thoroughly recommend this nursery to anyone.

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Review from Kitty L (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has recently joined the nursery setting and the staff have been amazing at helping her settle in. She enjoys her days at nursery very much that she comes home telling me all about it. The staff are always very professional and friendly. I love that I am able to receive photos of her playing
and learning with her friends.

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Review from Susanna T (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at this nursery for over two years now since he was eight months old. He absolutely loves it, the staff are very friendly and show great support in developing the children and meeting their needs of care. It is a clean setting, very well managed in our current 2020 climate. They have
plenty of outdoor play facilities come rain or shine, along with a great imagination for creative tasks and reading time to cover a multitude of areas to help with learning and developing. I just hope he can stay at this nursery until he reaches school age now.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.631)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.631) out of 10 for Spring Nursery RAF Halton is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 9 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.981 for Spring Nursery RAF Halton is calculated as follows: ( (106 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.981

  • b) 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 4.65 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Spring Nursery RAF Halton is based on 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 = 3.9

    • ii) 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 60 number of registered child places is 12. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 12 = 0.75

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Madieke

Madieke Aarssen

Job Title: Nursery Deputy Manager

Joined: 2017

I am a caring, dedicated and motivated person who has lived in the UK for the past 17 years with an English Level 3 qualification in childcare and 14 years of Childcare experience.


I have worked at Spring Nursery RAF Halton since 2017 and have managed the setting since 2019. I then stepped down back to Deputy Manager in 2022 as this is a role I enjoy more. I like supporting the team and thinking of unique ways to improve the nursery.


In my spare time, I like exploring new environments with my fiancé and little boy, I enjoy cooking and travelling to The Netherlands to visit my family.


Frequently Asked Questions about Spring Nursery RAF Halton

What is the Age Range of Children that Spring Nursery RAF Halton accepts?

Spring Nursery RAF Halton accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Spring Nursery RAF Halton Open?

Spring Nursery RAF Halton is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.

How many Children does Spring Nursery RAF Halton have capacity for?

Spring Nursery RAF Halton has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Spring Nursery RAF Halton to the centre of Aylesbury?

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

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