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12 Buckingham Road, Edgware, Edgware, HA8 6LZ
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10 February 2025
I cannot speak highly enough of Buckingham First Nursery. My daughter absolutely loved going to this nursery, and it was clear to see why. The staff are exceptional - they are not only caring and attentive but also highly professional. One of the standout features for us was the use of the Famly app. It kept us informed about our daughter's daily activities and progress, which was incredibly reassuring. We could easily see how she was developing and what she was learning each day. The nursery also excels in organising events, such as their wonderful Christmas celebrations. These events are always well-planned and create a joyful and engaging environment for the children. Overall, Buckingham First Nursery provided a nurturing and stimulating environment for our daughter, and we are grateful for the positive impact it has had on her early development.
14 November 2024
Buckingham First Nursery came recommended to me by a family member, and I can see why! My experience with every staff member I have dealt with has been positive and more importantly my child's experience has been extremely positive too. My favourite things about the nursery service are the updates on the app on my child's development and how her day is going, I also really appreciate the extra curricular activities the teachers plan like going to the local library. Their Ofsted recognition speaks for itself!
26 September 2024
Great nursery and amazing staff. My little one has been going here for three years and she absolutely loves it! Thanks to the brilliant staff and their great facility, she always has the best time. She has also been learning so much and l appreciate the time and hard work the teachers put into helping her learn and grow. I also love the little updates we get throughout the app and the annual reviews are always so insightful and useful for parents. Would definitely recommend this nursery.
26 September 2024
I can't rate Buckingham First Nursery highly enough. When we started our search for a nursery, this was the first one we saw and knew straight away that it'll be the one. Our daughter started just before her first birthday and the staff looked after her like she was the most precious thing (which she is) from the first moment. Since then, she bonded with all the team members and being here definitely boosted her development. We especially like the end-of-the-day reports and the fact that we get reviews and feedback about our daughter's progress, skills and behaviour. But most importantly, we love to hear how much fun she has every single day and how loved she is - it truly feels like a home from home. Buckingham First is a brilliantly managed nursery with first-class staff and facilities.
26 September 2024
The staff are caring and cater for my daughter's additional needs. They are a supportive team and everyone is approachable. They communicate well and are always happy to accommodate where they can. My daughter settled in so easily in the setting and she always looks forward to coming in and that also reassures me that she is safe too. The meals smell amazing when I go to collect her early too.
05 March 2024
Such a warm, caring and calm nursery. Everyone is so kind and really pays attention to the details to share a little about how their day has been when you pick them up. My son was very well looked after. They do lots of fun learning experiences, like teaching the children to brush their teeth as well as the usual painting, sensory and water play. They even throw a special Christmas party for the little ones. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to look after him.
06 February 2024
Warm, friendiy atmosphere, quality, personalised service. The nursery staff work together with me on development milestones for my child. I'm comfortable leaving my child in a safe place and in capable hands which this nursery offers.
19 January 2024
A home away from home. When I first saw this nursery many years ago (not long after it first opened), I knew this was the one for my child. The baby room is beautifully set up and clear progression to the next room and finally the preschool room. There is a family ethos which comes across from management and all the practitioners and support staff. There is good communication and the updates at handover and more recently online via an app were excellent at updating us on how our children’s day was. We loved it so much we sent all 3 of our children to this nursery and were extremely sad to leave once my last child started school because of the family feel, care and affection shown towards my children. I never had to worry about them as I always knew they were in good hands. My children are still good friends with some of their friends from nursery and still talk about their nursery days. You won’t find a better place!
17 January 2024
I had the absolute pleasure of sending both my son and daughter to Buckingham First. They attended the nursery from 11/12 months old until they began school. The nursery is warm and welcoming. The staff are friendly and engaging. It felt like a home away from home for both my children. They loved attending Buckingham First and for my husband and myself, we felt safe in the knowledge that they were in a nurturing environment when they were not with us. The nursery was central in helping our son try new foods and helping us toilet-train our daughter. The preschool really focuses on getting the children ready for school and both of mine have thrived as a result. I would highly recommend Buckingham first, the fact that we commuted from Watford at the beginning proves how good this nursery is and the wonderful team that works there.
29 September 2023
This is a great nursery. My daughter was looked after from the age of 13 months until she turned 5. The staff are amazing, so caring and nurturing. The nursery focuses on play and learning which is great for my daughter's development. She loved the staff and was very sad to leave. Could not fault the nursery. Highly recommend!
19 September 2023
I don’t where to begin with this lovely nursery. My daughter absolutely loved going to this nursery from day one. The teachers and other staff members are all so friendly and very professional in their approach. I never had a day that my daughter came home unhappy. The growth and independence that I have seen in my daughter from the day she started the nursery till her last day is tremendous. It was like a second home to her. Sad to leave this nursery but happy to see the growth that the nursery has brought in her critical years of development. I can’t recommend this nursery enough.
15 March 2023
My son has been at Buckingham First Nursery for almost two years, and has loved it from the beginning. He has been supported all the way through and has developed so quickly since joining. He has built great friendships with the other children and adores the staff. He doesn't like change, so when transitioning between age groups, the staff helped him handle it by prepping him early and working with him to build up to handovers between rooms and key workers. They are truly invested in his growth, always give us in-depth updates at pick-up, and collaborate with us to ensure he continues making strides both in nursery and at home. We're so grateful for all they have done and continue to do for him, and will definitely be sending our second to Buckingham First as well!
14 March 2023
Our son has been with Buckingham First nursery for 2 years starting at Baby Birch and is soon moving into Rising Pines from Little Elms. I cannot rate this nursery highly enough, from before he started they were really great at communicating and accommodating our requests. Once he started as a "pandemic" baby, they were amazing at reassuring us of the care they were taking during a stressful time. He has loved it from day one and is always more than happy to head into nursery. We've seen him grow in his confidence, communication and other areas over these two years and a massive part of that is the level of care and engagement he receives at Buckingham First. His carers are always very involved and compassionate and make an effort with each child individually which is wonderful to see. Their communication is always thorough and they work with us to encourage positive behaviour and handle anything negative without stressing him or us out. Can't recommend them enough!
04 March 2023
Our little boy has been attending Buckingham First Nursery for 6 months plus now and we are absolutely delighted with our choice of nursery. It is indeed outstanding. There's a lovely environment where it's obvious that the child's welfare, happiness and development are their main priorities. He enjoys every day spent there and has learnt lots of new skills. When I pick him up, he is always playing happily and has a big smile on his face. There is a real family atmosphere at the nursery and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. We are very, very happy here. Thank you for going above and beyond for our son!
14 November 2022
I cannot rate this nursery highly enough. Our whole experience was excellent. The staff are wonderful, and really made my son, who was anxious about being away from me, quickly feel at home. His confidence grew and he developed and learnt so much. The staff work very hard to create a caring and nurturing environment. They put so much attention to detail in every activity and everything was well thought out and planned. They were also very good at communicating, giving regular updates on how my child was getting on. The end-of-day handovers were also very detailed, which I really appreciated. My son was definitely ready for school, thanks to their support. He really enjoyed his time there. I can't thank them enough!
31 October 2022
My twins have been at Buckingham First Nursery for one year and have just moved from Little Elms to Rising Pines. I am so glad we chose to send them here as they thoroughly enjoy their nursery days and are thriving, even more, having increased them from three to four days a week. It has been a wonderful place for my twins to develop their communication skills and become confident toddlers. The staff provide a safe, warm, calm and nurturing environment and tailor themselves to the needs of each child, which is great. As a parent, the staff are always friendly and welcoming and provide good feedback at the end of the nursery day. I would highly recommend this nursery to other parents.
15 September 2022
If I could give this nursery 10 stars, I would! Both of my girls attended from baby birch to rising pines. When we were looking at nurseries over five years ago, we just knew that this was the one. It became a second home for our girls and they absolutely loved it. The girls learnt so much and I am thankful for the staff for that. You can really see the love and care that goes into the way they teach and care for the children. The communication with parents is excellent too. My girls also loved the food here, so much so that they would have seconds. The management are so lovely, you could not find more wholesome people. We love this place so much, that our third child will be starting here soon.
29 August 2022
Both of my children attended Buckingham First Nursery from The Baby Birch Room to Rising Pines. We have had a relationship with this nursery for the last 5 years. Both of my children formed great attachments with both the staff and other children at the nursery. You are never comfortable leaving your children anywhere but dropping them off felt like leaving them with family. The love, attention and development invested in each child is evident. We will all miss being part of the Buckingham First Family!
07 March 2022
We love the Buckingham First Nursery! If I can give the nursery 6-stars, I would! My daughter has been attending Baby Birch (6months - 2 years group) for almost a year now and I have seen how much she has developed. I can't thank the staff enough for looking after my precious little girl, I have full confidence in them, knowing that she will be well looked after (she eats better and sleeps better at the nursery than at home!). She has become very confident (and bossy at times) and she enjoys her day there so much - I know this because as soon as we get near the entrance, she gets very excited and runs towards the door and happily goes in with the staff. I would highly recommend this nursery to everyone!
07 March 2022
I had two children attend for 18 months. We only left because we moved out of the area. The nursery was clean and the staff were great with all the Covid restrictions. We lived with someone vulnerable and so really appreciated how diligent they were. We felt very safe sending our children there. My youngest joined at just 6 months old and really benefited from a big and bright room full of sensory things. He left a very confident little boy. My eldest child really enjoyed all the activities in his room and especially enjoyed when the nursery organised special events like someone coming in with different small animals. The nursery helped with our potty training and with their help once we started it was finished within a couple of weeks.
Latest Reviews for Buckingham First Nursery
10 February 2025
I cannot speak highly enough of Buckingham First Nursery. My daughter absolutely loved going to this nursery, and it was clear to see why. The staff are exceptional - they are not only caring and attentive but also highly professional. One of the standout features for us was the use of the Famly app. It kept us informed about our daughter's daily activities and progress, which was incredibly reassuring. We could easily see how she was developing and what she was learning each day. The nursery also excels in organising events, such as their wonderful Christmas celebrations. These events are always well-planned and create a joyful and engaging environment for the children. Overall, Buckingham First Nursery provided a nurturing and stimulating environment for our daughter, and we are grateful for the positive impact it has had on her early development.
14 November 2024
Buckingham First Nursery came recommended to me by a family member, and I can see why! My experience with every staff member I have dealt with has been positive and more importantly my child's experience has been extremely positive too. My favourite things about the nursery service are the updates on the app on my child's development and how her day is going, I also really appreciate the extra curricular activities the teachers plan like going to the local library. Their Ofsted recognition speaks for itself!
26 September 2024
Great nursery and amazing staff. My little one has been going here for three years and she absolutely loves it! Thanks to the brilliant staff and their great facility, she always has the best time. She has also been learning so much and l appreciate the time and hard work the teachers put into helping her learn and grow. I also love the little updates we get throughout the app and the annual reviews are always so insightful and useful for parents. Would definitely recommend this nursery.
26 September 2024
I can't rate Buckingham First Nursery highly enough. When we started our search for a nursery, this was the first one we saw and knew straight away that it'll be the one. Our daughter started just before her first birthday and the staff looked after her like she was the most precious thing (which she is) from the first moment. Since then, she bonded with all the team members and being here definitely boosted her development. We especially like the end-of-the-day reports and the fact that we get reviews and feedback about our daughter's progress, skills and behaviour. But most importantly, we love to hear how much fun she has every single day and how loved she is - it truly feels like a home from home. Buckingham First is a brilliantly managed nursery with first-class staff and facilities.
26 September 2024
The staff are caring and cater for my daughter's additional needs. They are a supportive team and everyone is approachable. They communicate well and are always happy to accommodate where they can. My daughter settled in so easily in the setting and she always looks forward to coming in and that also reassures me that she is safe too. The meals smell amazing when I go to collect her early too.
05 March 2024
Such a warm, caring and calm nursery. Everyone is so kind and really pays attention to the details to share a little about how their day has been when you pick them up. My son was very well looked after. They do lots of fun learning experiences, like teaching the children to brush their teeth as well as the usual painting, sensory and water play. They even throw a special Christmas party for the little ones. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to look after him.
06 February 2024
Warm, friendiy atmosphere, quality, personalised service. The nursery staff work together with me on development milestones for my child. I'm comfortable leaving my child in a safe place and in capable hands which this nursery offers.
19 January 2024
A home away from home. When I first saw this nursery many years ago (not long after it first opened), I knew this was the one for my child. The baby room is beautifully set up and clear progression to the next room and finally the preschool room. There is a family ethos which comes across from management and all the practitioners and support staff. There is good communication and the updates at handover and more recently online via an app were excellent at updating us on how our children’s day was. We loved it so much we sent all 3 of our children to this nursery and were extremely sad to leave once my last child started school because of the family feel, care and affection shown towards my children. I never had to worry about them as I always knew they were in good hands. My children are still good friends with some of their friends from nursery and still talk about their nursery days. You won’t find a better place!
17 January 2024
I had the absolute pleasure of sending both my son and daughter to Buckingham First. They attended the nursery from 11/12 months old until they began school. The nursery is warm and welcoming. The staff are friendly and engaging. It felt like a home away from home for both my children. They loved attending Buckingham First and for my husband and myself, we felt safe in the knowledge that they were in a nurturing environment when they were not with us. The nursery was central in helping our son try new foods and helping us toilet-train our daughter. The preschool really focuses on getting the children ready for school and both of mine have thrived as a result. I would highly recommend Buckingham first, the fact that we commuted from Watford at the beginning proves how good this nursery is and the wonderful team that works there.
29 September 2023
This is a great nursery. My daughter was looked after from the age of 13 months until she turned 5. The staff are amazing, so caring and nurturing. The nursery focuses on play and learning which is great for my daughter's development. She loved the staff and was very sad to leave. Could not fault the nursery. Highly recommend!
19 September 2023
I don’t where to begin with this lovely nursery. My daughter absolutely loved going to this nursery from day one. The teachers and other staff members are all so friendly and very professional in their approach. I never had a day that my daughter came home unhappy. The growth and independence that I have seen in my daughter from the day she started the nursery till her last day is tremendous. It was like a second home to her. Sad to leave this nursery but happy to see the growth that the nursery has brought in her critical years of development. I can’t recommend this nursery enough.
15 March 2023
My son has been at Buckingham First Nursery for almost two years, and has loved it from the beginning. He has been supported all the way through and has developed so quickly since joining. He has built great friendships with the other children and adores the staff. He doesn't like change, so when transitioning between age groups, the staff helped him handle it by prepping him early and working with him to build up to handovers between rooms and key workers. They are truly invested in his growth, always give us in-depth updates at pick-up, and collaborate with us to ensure he continues making strides both in nursery and at home. We're so grateful for all they have done and continue to do for him, and will definitely be sending our second to Buckingham First as well!
14 March 2023
Our son has been with Buckingham First nursery for 2 years starting at Baby Birch and is soon moving into Rising Pines from Little Elms. I cannot rate this nursery highly enough, from before he started they were really great at communicating and accommodating our requests. Once he started as a "pandemic" baby, they were amazing at reassuring us of the care they were taking during a stressful time. He has loved it from day one and is always more than happy to head into nursery. We've seen him grow in his confidence, communication and other areas over these two years and a massive part of that is the level of care and engagement he receives at Buckingham First. His carers are always very involved and compassionate and make an effort with each child individually which is wonderful to see. Their communication is always thorough and they work with us to encourage positive behaviour and handle anything negative without stressing him or us out. Can't recommend them enough!
04 March 2023
Our little boy has been attending Buckingham First Nursery for 6 months plus now and we are absolutely delighted with our choice of nursery. It is indeed outstanding. There's a lovely environment where it's obvious that the child's welfare, happiness and development are their main priorities. He enjoys every day spent there and has learnt lots of new skills. When I pick him up, he is always playing happily and has a big smile on his face. There is a real family atmosphere at the nursery and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. We are very, very happy here. Thank you for going above and beyond for our son!
14 November 2022
I cannot rate this nursery highly enough. Our whole experience was excellent. The staff are wonderful, and really made my son, who was anxious about being away from me, quickly feel at home. His confidence grew and he developed and learnt so much. The staff work very hard to create a caring and nurturing environment. They put so much attention to detail in every activity and everything was well thought out and planned. They were also very good at communicating, giving regular updates on how my child was getting on. The end-of-day handovers were also very detailed, which I really appreciated. My son was definitely ready for school, thanks to their support. He really enjoyed his time there. I can't thank them enough!
31 October 2022
My twins have been at Buckingham First Nursery for one year and have just moved from Little Elms to Rising Pines. I am so glad we chose to send them here as they thoroughly enjoy their nursery days and are thriving, even more, having increased them from three to four days a week. It has been a wonderful place for my twins to develop their communication skills and become confident toddlers. The staff provide a safe, warm, calm and nurturing environment and tailor themselves to the needs of each child, which is great. As a parent, the staff are always friendly and welcoming and provide good feedback at the end of the nursery day. I would highly recommend this nursery to other parents.
15 September 2022
If I could give this nursery 10 stars, I would! Both of my girls attended from baby birch to rising pines. When we were looking at nurseries over five years ago, we just knew that this was the one. It became a second home for our girls and they absolutely loved it. The girls learnt so much and I am thankful for the staff for that. You can really see the love and care that goes into the way they teach and care for the children. The communication with parents is excellent too. My girls also loved the food here, so much so that they would have seconds. The management are so lovely, you could not find more wholesome people. We love this place so much, that our third child will be starting here soon.
29 August 2022
Both of my children attended Buckingham First Nursery from The Baby Birch Room to Rising Pines. We have had a relationship with this nursery for the last 5 years. Both of my children formed great attachments with both the staff and other children at the nursery. You are never comfortable leaving your children anywhere but dropping them off felt like leaving them with family. The love, attention and development invested in each child is evident. We will all miss being part of the Buckingham First Family!
07 March 2022
We love the Buckingham First Nursery! If I can give the nursery 6-stars, I would! My daughter has been attending Baby Birch (6months - 2 years group) for almost a year now and I have seen how much she has developed. I can't thank the staff enough for looking after my precious little girl, I have full confidence in them, knowing that she will be well looked after (she eats better and sleeps better at the nursery than at home!). She has become very confident (and bossy at times) and she enjoys her day there so much - I know this because as soon as we get near the entrance, she gets very excited and runs towards the door and happily goes in with the staff. I would highly recommend this nursery to everyone!
07 March 2022
I had two children attend for 18 months. We only left because we moved out of the area. The nursery was clean and the staff were great with all the Covid restrictions. We lived with someone vulnerable and so really appreciated how diligent they were. We felt very safe sending our children there. My youngest joined at just 6 months old and really benefited from a big and bright room full of sensory things. He left a very confident little boy. My eldest child really enjoyed all the activities in his room and especially enjoyed when the nursery organised special events like someone coming in with different small animals. The nursery helped with our potty training and with their help once we started it was finished within a couple of weeks.