Buckingham First Nursery

12 Buckingham Road, Edgware, HA8 6LZ
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The Ofsted 'Outstanding In All Areas' (January 2019) rated Buckingham First Nursery has a mission statement to provide an exceptional deliverance of the early years foundation stage standards for every unique child, in a family central and nurturing home from home environment. The nursery is extremely highly regarded within the area for many years.

Every detail of the special rooms is tailored to meet the learning and development needs of the children, providing a stimulating and engaging environment for them to explore.

Buckingham First Nursery is all about growth, development, love & family values.

The Buckingham First tree with all its vibrant colours represents the results of growing the best foundations in a child's educational development, knowing exactly what they need during each season of growth, and giving them the best time along that journey.

The nursery offers government-funded sessions where available and accepts childcare vouchers and Tax free Childcare.

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Care Provided by Buckingham First Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Man and Man Associates Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Janina Man (Director Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Total Places for Children
  • 78
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 10 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Buckingham First Nursery

  • Please contact the nursery office for more information.
  • Parking

  • Buckingham First Nursery is located on a residential road with parking available.


Buckingham First Nursery Reviews (47)

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9.7

Buckingham First Nursery has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.675) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Buckingham First Nursery has 47 reviews.

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Review from Adina I (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a fantastic nursery! My daughter graduated after one year in the Rising Pines room and we want to say a big thank you to all the wonderful staff for their work, love and dedication.
My daughter has always been happy there, it was a home away from home for her!
You had truly given her the
best possible start, she loves school, she is confident, sociable and the transition to “big school” was easy as you had prepared her well for it! Thank you!
I would recommend this nursery to everyone!

Reply from Jun Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

We are going to miss her very much, she is going to do so well. All the best.


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Review from Rabindra S (Father of Child) published on 8 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can’t recommend this nursery highly enough. My son absolutely thrived there. He loved his teachers and looked forward to going to school each day. His day-to-day development was noticeable.
The biggest compliment I can give them is that they have given my son a love of school and education that
will stay with him for life.

Reply from Jun Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for your very kind words! All the very best for the future.


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Review from Kayan L (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Buckingham First Nursery has been an amazing nursery for our daughter. She started when she was eleven months and as first-time parents, we are grateful for all the love and care Buckingham First Nursery has given our daughter and us which has made our first transition away from our daughter so reassuring.
She really enjoyed her time there and really bonded well with all the staff. The staff are always so friendly and helpful. It is remarkable how much Buckingham First Nursery has taught our daughter over the past year. We are really sad to leave Buckingham First Nursery due to a house move otherwise this would have been a perfect nursery for her to continue attending. We will definitely miss everyone at Buckingham First Nursery and will be back to visit whenever we're in the area!

Reply from Jun Y Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

We miss you all already. Take care and do come and say hello whenever you are nearby as it would be great to hear how you are all getting on.


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Review from Amy C (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I moved my son here from another nursery just before his 3rd birthday (swiftly followed by his 1-year-old sister) and it was the best decision I made. All the staff and practitioners are incredibly welcoming. Walking into Buckingham First Nursery is like being enveloped in a warm hug - they felt like
an extended family. Every day I left my children feeling confident knowing they will be happy and engaged with a variety of activities throughout the day. Staff listen to the children and their interests and theme activities around this. When we had behaviour issues with my son as he settled in, the room teachers were incredibly understanding and helped us to work through the problems in the most supportive way. The only reason we left is that we moved out of the area and we couldn't take all the staff with us! I cannot recommend Buckingham First nursery enough.

Reply from Jun Y Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

We were so sad to see you all move on but excited for your new chapter ahead. Take Care and stay in touch.


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Review from Lucie S (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Buckingham first since he turned one and he has flourished in such a warm and caring environment. From starting in the lovely sensory orientated baby birch room, he has since moved into the bright and airy downstairs rooms with fun outdoor spaces and ever-changing activities.
The owners of the nursery are professional but warm and inviting, with great communication skills and what I feel is a very honest and transparent approach to early education and the facilities and staff provided. If there is ever a problem or concern, the owners and management have always been on hand to offer a solution. The other parents and children are lovely, and it makes for a great nursery I would definitely recommend to others. I think their rates are reasonable for the service they provide, and always seem to find and keep their nursery staff for long periods of time, a testament to the services provided.

Reply from Jun Y Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

Your feedback is much appreciated and it really helps our senior management team to keep doing our best. It has been our pleasure to continue to be your choice of childcare in the area, thank you.


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Review from Nehal P (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been with this nursery from the age of 1 year, so she has been in Baby Birch, Little Elms and is now in Rising Pines.
We are very happy with the personalised care and attention that she has had from all the staff at Buckingham First. The nursery has always felt warm, friendly and
welcoming. The staff are very good at making the little children feel comfortable and are always encouraging their development. I have always found their advice on her development (eg toilet training, sleep routine during the day etc) very helpful. Our daughter talks a lot about her teachers and friends at nursery and all the things she enjoys. They have put in extra measures in line with government guidelines for COVID. Even though parents don't go into the building for drop-offs and pick-ups, we still have the opportunity to speak to her teachers and discuss any concerns. I would highly recommend Buckingham First for anyone deciding on where to send their little one.

Reply from Jun Y Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It's great to know that the fundamentals we put in place continue to mean so much to our families. It's our delight to have you with us.


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Review from Heena V (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Buckingham First Nursery is like a big warm hug for both the children and their families! I cannot recommend this nursery enough. All the staff are fantastic with the children, I have seen both my children learn and grow so much since they have been here. Every day they come home with exciting tales
of what they've been up to. Not only have the staff been great with the children, but they've also warmly welcomed us as parents from the very first day, keeping us up to date on all aspects of nursery life. We very much feel a part of the Buckingham First family and are so glad we picked this nursery for our children.

Reply from Jun Y Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for the heartwarming review, it really is our joy to have your children here with us.


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Review from Meera S (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can only describe this nursery as a little haven for little people. The management team, the practitioners, the children, the environment and pretty much everything within this nursery has blown me away. It’s just perfect and I can’t actually find enough words to describe amazing! After having visited
several nurseries, I instantly felt something extra special about Buckingham First and it has certainly lived up to my initial impressions all through the past 2.5 years; their fabulous team sets them apart from other nurseries. They have gone above and beyond my expectations to provide outstanding care, nurture and support for my little boy. He has grown in confidence, comes out of his shell and absolutely adores the girls at nursery. Thank you Buckingham First for giving my little boy the best start to his learning journey.

Reply from Jun Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for this wonderful review, we really mean it when we say it has been our absolute pleasure to care for your very special son over the years. Take Care and stay in touch.


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Review from Rachel S (Mother of Child) published on 1 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved our son to Buckingham First Nursery from another nursery on his 2nd birthday where he joined Little Elms and has now transitioned to Rising Pines. Our younger son started in Baby Birch in December. It was the best decision we have made. Every little detail has been thought about both in the
design of the building and different rooms to the day-to-day routine and extra activities. Our son especially enjoys the regular sports classes and the home-cooked food goes down a treat. The staff are incredibly kind and caring and the management see the children and parents as an extension of their family. Our boys both thoroughly enjoy attending each day and our 3-year-old, in particular, has come on leaps and bounds in the past 18 months. Thanks to everyone at Buckingham First.

Reply from Jun, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

The pleasure has been ours, to care for your wonderful boys. You will always be a part of the Buckingham First Family.


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Review from Bhavika B (Mother of Child) published on 11 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Buckingham First Nursery is the best ever decision we have taken for our son.
All the staff are wonderful and have helped my son to be such a confident little boy. Would like to say a huge thank you to everyone at the nursery. I would highly recommend the nursery to every parent looking for a very
strong headstart for their little ones.

Reply from Jun, Managing Director at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you, all we can say is that we are so glad you found us! Take Care.


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Review from Shy A (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have a child who has been with Buckingham First a few weeks upon opening and also have my 1 year old who is about to start their Buckingham first journey in Baby Birch (she is in the settling in phase). The staff there are amazing and management are very approachable and friendly. Communication with
parents is outstanding and can trust that my children are in safe hands. The facilities are well maintained and resources enrich the development of children at the centre. Food served there is gobbled up by little one and even asks for seconds. It's weird how she does not eat the same food when I cook it at home! The nursery also provide parent classes on various topics such as E-safety and looking after your children's teeth.


The nursery leaders are wonderful along with the practitioners which round off what is a second home to my kids.


Reply from Jun Y Man at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you! The time has really flown but we remember your journey with Buckingham First very well and couldn't be happier for your growing family.


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Review from Tim L (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I continue to be very pleased with the level of professional care and attention Buckingham First provides for my little boy (who has been there for over 18 months). It is clear that a lot of time and resources have been invested in all aspects of the strategic and daily running of this nursery. This
has resulted in a team of managers and teachers that really 'own' the values and ethos presented in Buckingham First's mission statement. Fantastic job.

Reply from Jun Y Man at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for the glowing feedback, it has been our absolute privilege!


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Review from Juli L (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been at Buckingham First for over a year and a half and during this entire time, he thoroughly enjoys going to nursery each day. We are so pleased with the quality of care and learning offered and have been impressed with the level of service of all the nursery staff.

Reply from Jun Y Man at Buckingham First Nursery

It goes without saying that it has been our absolute pleasure. Your family is very special to us.


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Review from K G (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are in the process of adopting a little girl and her brother who came to us in May 2017. The little girl had a pretty sad and difficult start in life and on coming to us was a confused little girl. Children's Corner was her second nursery (the first was too big, loud and unstructured so we decided
to move her) and she has become a fun loving, confident and happy little girl. The nursery owner and manager reassured us, explained all the processes and kept in regular contact with us to make certain we felt support too. I cannot thank the staff enough - they nurtured, helped and cared for her, understood her background and were eager to support where it mattered most. She has come on in leaps and bounds and we know that is because she loves coming to 'her school' and has enjoyed making friends and grown in confidence because of this very positive early experience.

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Review from Adrienn H (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We joined the nursery from the first day since its opening. My son has developed in so many ways, he has a lot of fun. The nursery itself is a fun and bright environment and the teachers experienced and very approachable for parents.
We are very pleased and we would definitely recommend to others.

Reply from Jun Man at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for your kind words!


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Review from Sohini L (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has attended the nursery for over a year and I can not recommend it enough. The owners are enthusiastic and dedicated and immediately put you at ease when you meet them. They and all the staff who work there are caring, kind and simply lovely. Our son settled very quickly and I had a complete
peace of mind knowing that when I dropped him there each morning he would be well looked after. The baby room, in particular, is a lovely spacious and calm room full of fun and interesting things for the babies to do and explore. Wonderful nursery.

Reply from Janina Man at Buckingham First Nursery

What a lovely review, it has been our absolute pleasure.


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Review from Mahul (Father of Child) published on 12 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having visited this nursery for the first time we were so impressed that we transferred our daughter here and we cannot stress how happy we are with our decision. As a parent, leaving your child at nursery/daycare is always a daunting prospect. Everything about this nursery is on point, the image, the
hygiene, the atmosphere, we really could go on. Genuinely, the management and all the staff at Buckingham First Nursery are amazing. Their care and attention to detail are exceptional and the environment that our daughter is natured in is not only fun but innovative too. As a result, she was able to settle in quickly and became extremely attached to her teachers. We can really see her enjoying herself and developing extremely well under their influence. It’s a true credit to you all. We would definitely recommend this nursery to other parents and would like to thank you all once again. We’re so impressed we’ve already put our newborn on the waiting list. Keep up the great work guys!

Reply from Jun Y Man at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for the glowing feedback and it's our absolute pleasure to look after your growing family!


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Review from Nikki P (Mother of Child) published on 1 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After visiting several nurseries over the past year or two, instantly I was drawn to this amazing environment. I cannot stress enough how friendly the management team are and the teachers are amazing, they go above and beyond to make your child and parent feel welcomed and at ease. They are enthusiastic
and extremely loving. My little one settled very quickly, fortunately almost within a week or so (we as parents were shocked at this too!) However, this was because of the warmth and care the staff provided from day 1. This nursery is something special as it is kept clean, very bright and has an interactive play and learning environment but once again, the true strengths are reflected by the teachers who are exceptionally caring and professional.
I would certainly recommend this nursery to other parents and would like to take the opportunity to once again thank all the staff for genuinely being so brilliant and having very high standards!

Reply from Jun Man at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you very much for the high praise. Making a difference to every child here at Buckingham First is a priority for us and we are just pleased that it is going so well for your little one here.


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Review from Shelley B (Mother of Child) published on 2 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Buckingham First Nursery is a very special place! The environment is beautiful, clean and welcoming and perfect for little people. The staff are incredibly kind and caring, it took my son a while to settle but I felt like I was leaving him with very loving extended family. He came home every day teaching
me a new song he had learnt and mimicking what his teachers had said that day. He became very fond of the adults in his room. The communication between staff and parents was great, we got daily reports, emails and phone calls to let us know how he was getting on. They provided a variety of nutritious snacks and meals which he was given seconds and thirds of quite regularly. The management team were also so lovely and accommodating, they were like friends. Unfortunately, we moved house and have had to take our son out, that was a very sad day! I only wish they would open a branch close to our new house as I very much doubt we'll find a nursery like it again.

Reply from Janina Man, Manager at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for your very kind words, we are thinking of you all and really do hope you find another special nursery soon.


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Review from Selina L (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The first time I visited the nursery, I knew it was the right one for my son. We just love the environment. It took him a week to fit in afterwards he enjoyed being there every single day. All the teachers are well trained, they are knowledgeable, patient and loving. I noticed my son's transformation
after attending the nursery, he's becoming very sociable, polite and happy!


The owners are very friendly, kind and helpful. They take care of even small things, making sure both parent and child are happy there. Food is lovely and my son loves it! I would give 10/10 for this nursery!


Reply from Jun Man, Director at Buckingham First Nursery

Thank you for your high praise. We always strive to deliver a special level of childcare. It has been great to see your son grow on his journey here at Buckingham First Nursery!


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.675)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.675) out of 10 for Buckingham First Nursery 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 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 11 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 4.970 for Buckingham First Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (128 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.97

  • 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 4.705 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Buckingham First Nursery is based on 11 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 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 78 number of registered child places is 15.6. 11 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.6 = 0.705

  • 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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