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Buttercups at Chalfont

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Aug 2023)
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4.1(12 parent reviews)
·Buttercups, The Lodge, GERRARDS CROSS, SL9 0GA · Buckinghamshire
Number of places
70 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2023
Local authority
Buckinghamshire

About this day nursery

Buttercups Day Nursery, a family-operated childcare provider with over four decades of experience, is dedicated to nurturing children aged 3 months to 5 years. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, Buttercups consistently maintains high standards of education and care, previously earning numerous 'Outstanding' grades from Ofsted.

The nursery's philosophy is rooted in a blend of quality education, engaging activities, and ample outdoor time. They integrate child-led learning with Montessori and HighScope approaches, offering a diverse array of specialist clubs, including languages, sports, and cookery.

A key feature is the emphasis on outdoor play, with many nurseries providing Forest School activities within their gardens. Children leaving Buttercups are described as confident, curious, and enthusiastic learners, ready for their next educational journey.

The group has been recognised as a Top 20 mid-sized nursery group for nine consecutive years in the Daynurseries Annual Awards, an accolade based on positive parent reviews.

Our ethos

Buttercups Day Nursery's philosophy is rooted in a blend of quality education, engaging activities, and ample outdoor time, integrating child-led learning with Montessori and HighScope approaches. They aim to foster confident, curious, and enthusiastic learners, ready for their next educational journey.

What it's like

Children flourish and succeed in this exceptional nursery. They are eager to come in and greet their friends and practitioners. Children are ready and excited to start their day and are incredibly independent. Practitioners provide the time and space children need to explore and engage in well-established routines.

Family-runMontessori approachForest School activitiesAward-winning

Pricing & funding

Fees are based on your child's age and the number of sessions they attend. Charges include breakfast, snacks, lunch, and tea. Sibling discounts are available.

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare
  • Registration Fee£60.00 / session
  • Deposit (Full-time)£250.00 / session
  • Deposit (Part-time)£150.00 / session
  • Monthly fee for babies (0-2 years 11 months)£1736 / month
  • Monthly fee for toddlers (2-3 years)£1615 / month

Good to know

  • Non-refundable registration fee of £60.00 is payable to join the waiting list.
  • Deposit required prior to entry: £250 for full-time or £150 for part-time, refundable one month after leaving.
  • Fees include breakfast, snacks, lunch, and tea.
  • No refunds for sickness, absences, Bank Holidays, or the three days between Christmas and New Year.
  • Sibling discount of 10% on the lower fees (5% for Chalfont nursery).
  • Accepted payments include Direct Debit, bank transfer, Tax-Free Childcare, and childcare vouchers.

Key facts

Opening hours

Each weekday, from 7.30am to 6pm, all year round, except for Christmas and bank holidays.

Food

Breakfast, snacks, lunch, and tea are included.

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Buttercups at Chalfont

Last inspected 8 August 2023

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children flourish and succeed in this exceptional nursery. They are eager to come in and greet their friends and practitioners. Children are ready and excited to start their day and are incredibly independent. Practitioners provide the time and space children need to explore and engage in well-established routines.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders have a comprehensive vision of the challenging curriculum they offer.
  • Practitioners have in-depth knowledge and understanding of how children learn and the sequence in which they learn.
  • Practitioners ensure that children are more than ready for each transition as they move through the nursery and on to school.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are especially well supported by highly motivated and skilled practitioners.
  • Highly effective partnership with parents has a significant impact on children's emotional well-being and the progress that they make in their learning and development.
Inspection #10298712 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are especially well supported by highly motivated and skilled practitioners. Their opportunities at the nursery are thoughtfully planned to ensure all children feel safe and secure. Practitioners take time to provide individual targeted support that promotes communication and engagement in chosen activities based on the individual interests and needs of the children.

Parent Reviews of Buttercups at Chalfont

4.1
(12)
Beth Waddington
5 years ago

I highly recommend Buttercups nursery. My son absolutely loves his time there (a couple of times he hasn’t wanted to come home!). There are a range of activities available every day geared towards education and learning, but they always make them fun and interactive. The staff are absolutely brilliant and all really care about each individual child’s needs. He has really come on in every way since going back to nursery after lockdown, and the staff have noticed he’s developing really well and allowing his personality to shine through. The children spend a lot of time outdoors which is great. The menus are really well thought out and always very healthy with a range of food and my son usually eats 100% of everything – and occasionally has seconds! We receive a daily report on pick up and the nursery contact us immediately if he is unwell or has even a minor accident. Communication has been great throughout and it’s just a lovely, lovely place. I cannot fault Buttercups, we love it!

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Kate B
5 years ago

We couldn't be happier thank you Buttercups. Both my children have attended this nursery and they have both been extremely happy, secure and well settled here. The facilities are lovely, the Montessori and forest school wonderful and the head of the Montessori section second to none. My son was a confident and school-ready little boy with a lovely group of little nursery friends by the time he started reception and two years on he still loves to come back to see his favourite Montessori teacher to share what he is learning at school with her. I also have every intention of leaving my daughter here until she is ready to start reception herself. Thank you Buttercups.

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Nagi Saab
5 years ago

My daughter has been attending this nursery since she was 8months old. The quality of education and care given to her has been outstanding. She loves all of the practitioners as well as her friend's and asks to go to nursery with excitement every day. The staff are amazing, and are always so helpful and really go that extra mile to ensure the children are happy, and have alot of enriched activities always. Not only is buttercups in a beautiful area, but the staff are really what makes this nursery outstanding! Not to forget the manager is also amazing!

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Keith Chapman
5 years ago

Our daughter absolutely loves Buttercups Nursery. She runs in every morning and blows kisses to the staff everyday when she leaves. I have found the staff extremely helpful and considerate when dealing with her food allergies. We will be putting our second child on the waiting list ASAP and would recommend to anyone.

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Robin Theakston
5 years ago

Our two boys have been attending Buttercups at Chalfont Park for over a year. The youngest is in the baby room and the oldest is now in the pre school class. We are extremely happy with the level of care provided and activities they get up to. There is no better indicator of the quality of the nursery than the happiness that both children show on their way in each morning.

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Inspection history

Date: October 2012

  • August 2023Outstanding
  • August 2019Outstanding
  • October 2012Outstanding

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