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The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery # The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · Nash Lee Lane, Wendover, HP22 6BG · Buckinghamshire Number of places 30 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 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 The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery, established in 2018 in Wendover, Buckinghamshire, offers childcare for children aged 1 to 4 years. Operating as a childcare on non-domestic premises, the nursery provides an "Outstanding" rated learning environment according to its latest Ofsted inspection on 19 November 2025. The nursery is open Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:30 and operates all year round, ensuring consistent provision for families. The curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, encouraging children to explore and learn in nature regardless of the weather. The dedicated staff are adept at supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), tailoring the curriculum and adapting activities to ensure every child thrives. The warm and attentive staff foster close relationships, providing comfort and cuddles, and promoting a positive and interactive learning experience where children are well-prepared for their next steps in education. Our ethos Using nature to nurture, we provide children with a wonderful introduction to their first independent steps in the world. Our beautiful outdoor settings allow children to grow in all areas of their development and learning. We provide the time, space, resources and skilled staff to allow children’s natural curiosity to flourish. The Forest School ethos within a nursery setting is proven to: Build self-esteem, Encourage independence, Grow knowledge of the world around us, Promote and instil the benefits of teamwork, Ensure children have fun whilst meeting the essential requirements of the EYFS Framework. What it's like Children begin their day with calm, grounding activities that help them to feel settled. Staff are attentive and caring, ensuring that they provide lots of comfort and cuddles. Children form close relationships with the staff who care for them. Outdoor focus SEND support Positive dispositions Enthusiastic learners Strong staff understanding ## Pricing & funding 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://www.shepherdshutdaynursery.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday 08:00 - 17:00, Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00, Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00, Thursday 08:00 - 17:00, Friday 08:00 - 17:00 Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2018 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery Inspection date Nov 2025 Inspection no. 10190964 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50300186)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY560373) 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://www.shepherdshutdaynursery.co.uk/) Nash Lee Lane, Wendover, HP22 6BG Opening hours Monday 08:00 - 17:00, Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00, Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00, Thursday 08:00 - 17:00, Friday 08:00 - 17:00 [© 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#/-0.76694/51.77246/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Wendover - [Day nurseries in Wendover](/search?q=Wendover) - [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=the-shepherd-s-hut-outdoor-day-nursery-hp22-6bg-ey560373) Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Nov 2025 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Strong standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 1 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery Last inspected 19 November 2025 What it's like to attend Children begin their day with calm, grounding activities that help them to feel settled. Staff are attentive and caring, ensuring that they provide lots of comfort and cuddles. Children form close relationships with the staff who care for them. Inspector highlights - Children are well prepared for moving on to the next stage in their education and demonstrate very positive dispositions and attitudes towards their learning. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities flourish. - Children's behaviour is consistently positive. - Leaders are committed to providing exciting outdoor learning experiences for children that help them to thrive. - Staff show their depth of understanding about children's progress and know how to successfully build on what they need to learn next. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should develop the curriculum further to introduce children to positive uses of technology. - 2 Leaders should extend and add clarity to information shared with parents about the curriculum and children's learning to develop greater consistency for children. Inspection #10190964 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50300186) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities flourish. The flexible curriculum and their tenacity to learn support them to make excellent progress. The precise plans for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities ensure their active inclusion in all aspects of the curriculum. The tailored curriculum and staff's ability to adapt their teaching and activities mean that all children can take part and thrive. Outdoor space Each morning, there are quieter activities where children settle before exploring the outdoor environment. Adverse weather is no barrier to children's attendance as staff ensure they are suitably dressed and protected from the elements and can enjoy their learning all year round. Children sleep and eat well after playing in the fresh air. Children climb on hay bales, tree stumps and swing in hammocks as they embrace the outdoors and all of the opportunities on offer. ## Frequently asked about The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery ### What is The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery working on improving? ### What are the opening hours at The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery? ### How much are the fees at The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery? ### Is The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery Ofsted registered? ### How can The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery be contacted? ## About the setting The Shepherd's Hut Outdoor Day Nursery registered with Ofsted on 21/08/2018. It is a childcare on non-domestic premises located at Nash Lee Lane, Wendover, Buckinghamshire, HP22 6BG. Chiltern Forest School Ltd is the registered person. It operates Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:30. 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