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This provides a focused environment for early years development." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Spring - RAF Halton provide healthy meals?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Spring - RAF Halton focuses on healthy eating and provides \"Eat Better Start Better accredited menus.\" This commitment ensures that children receive nutritious meals prepared to high standards, supporting their growth and well-being." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Who runs Spring - RAF Halton?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Spring - RAF Halton is run by Spring by Action for Children, which is \"part of Action for Children\" and actively involved in community and charity work. This ensures a strong foundation in child welfare and a commitment to nurturing positive learning environments." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I contact Spring - RAF Halton?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact Spring - RAF Halton directly by calling 01296 622151. Additionally, you can find more information about the nursery and its offerings by visiting their website at https://springnurseries.co.uk/." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Spring - RAF Halton # Spring - RAF Halton Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2025) · Tring Road, Aylesbury, HP22 5PN · Buckinghamshire Number of places 60 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2025 Local authority Buckinghamshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Spring by Action for Children offers comprehensive childcare services for children aged 0-14, encompassing both Spring Nurseries for younger children (0-5 years) and Spring Oscars Out of School Clubs for older children (5-12 years). The organisation is dedicated to providing continuous childcare solutions that support children through every stage of their development. With locations across the UK, including numerous settings on military bases, Spring Childcare prides itself on strong parent communication and a commitment to nurturing positive learning environments. Many of their nurseries incorporate Forest School principles into their curriculum, fostering outdoor exploration and learning. The approach to play and learning is child-led, ensuring that children's interests guide the educational journey and lead to diverse opportunities through Schema play. 6 rating on Day Nurseries and 100% Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings. They also focus on healthy eating with Eat Better Start Better accredited menus and actively promote sustainability, as exemplified by initiatives at their RAF Halton Nursery. The organisation is actively involved in community and charity work, being part of Action for Children, and is recognised with awards such as the Top 20 Day Nurseries award and finalist nominations for the NMT Awards and Nursery World Group Award. Our ethos We believe it is important for the children’s voices to be heard – children lead the planning. From a single interest leading to a multitude of opportunities through Schema play. What it's like Children are greeted with warmth by caring staff who are genuinely delighted to see them. Staff take time to build strong connections with children and their families before they start. Individualised settling-in procedures cater to each child's unique needs, allowing them to quickly feel comfortable and eagerly participate in activities. Forest School Charity-run Child-led learning Military Childcare provider ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://springchildcare.co.uk/spring-nurseries/funding-choices/) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am and 5.30pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Spring - RAF Halton Inspection date Apr 2025 Inspection no. 10362841 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50276597)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY539491) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://springnurseries.co.uk/) Tring Road, Aylesbury, HP22 5PN Opening hours 7.30am and 5.30pm [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.72787/51.77486/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Aylesbury - [Day nurseries in Aylesbury](/search?q=Aylesbury) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=spring-raf-halton-hp22-5pg-ey539491) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Spring - RAF Halton Last inspected 15 April 2025 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are greeted with warmth by caring staff who are genuinely delighted to see them. Staff take time to build strong connections with children and their families before they start. Individualised settling-in procedures cater to each child's unique needs, allowing them to quickly feel comfortable and eagerly participate in activities. Inspector highlights - New leaders have been appointed and have worked hard to improve the nursery since the last inspection. - Leaders support staff in a variety of professional development opportunities to ensure that the children's needs are met and procedures are fully maintained. - Staff and leaders have worked hard to embed a high-quality provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, (SEND), and speech delays. - Children benefit from a language-rich environment. - Partnerships with parents are strong. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to fully understand the intent behind the curriculum to more precisely identify, and plan for, individual children's learning needs - 2 improve how children and key people can spend more time together to build further on children's attachments and feelings of belonging and security. Inspection #10362841 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50276597) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff and leaders have worked hard to embed a high-quality provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and speech delays. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to provide children with personalised support plans to help them make the best possible progress. Any additional funding the nursery receives is used to support children's individual needs. Outdoor space Children's physical development is promoted well. Children have opportunities to climb, balance and run freely in the outdoor area. They benefit from weekly forest school sessions, as well as the newly developed outside area. This helps to develop children's large-muscle movements. Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2025 Date: September 2018 - April 2025 Good - July 2024 Requires improvement - September 2018 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Spring - RAF Halton ### What is Spring - RAF Halton's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find fees for Spring - RAF Halton? ### Does Spring - RAF Halton accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Spring - RAF Halton? ### How does Spring - RAF Halton support children with special educational needs? ### Does Spring - RAF Halton incorporate Forest School principles? ### What age range does Spring - RAF Halton cater for? ### Does Spring - RAF Halton provide healthy meals? ### Who runs Spring - RAF Halton? ### How can I contact Spring - RAF Halton? ## About the setting Spring - RAF Halton registered in 2016. The nursery offers childcare between the hours of 7.30am and 5.30pm, all year round. The nursery receives government funding to provide early education for children aged from nine months to four years. There are 14 staff employed at the nursery, seven hold a relevant childcare qualification at level 3. URN EY539491 Registered person Action For Children Developments Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Requires improvement ## Nearby day nurseries in Aylesbury Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Spring - RAF Halton. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Partou Woodlands Halton Day Nursery & Pre-School Aylesbury · HP22 5PN 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/partou-woodlands-halton-day-nursery-pre-school-hp22-5pn-140908) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Little Acorns Kindergarten Aylesbury · HP22 6HF ](/nursery/little-acorns-kindergarten-hp22-6hf-ey486655) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Buds That Blossom Wendover, Aylesbury · HP22 6HF 4.6(7 reviews) ](/nursery/buds-that-blossom-hp22-6hf-2574427) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Wendover Day Nursery Wendover · HP22 6LX 4.1(17 reviews) ](/nursery/wendover-day-nursery-hp22-6lx-2603727) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Little Ferns Aylesbury · HP22 6EF 4.6(14 reviews) ](/nursery/little-ferns-hp22-6ef-2634281) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Ashridge Day Nursery Aston Clinton Aylesbury · HP22 5NE ](/nursery/ashridge-day-nursery-aston-clinton-hp22-5ne-2546928) [See all nurseries in Aylesbury →](/search?q=Aylesbury) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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