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Woodlands Halton Day Nursery & Pre-School, Wendover
Woodlands Halton is an excellent Day Nursery & Pre-School which has a fantastic reputation amongst parents for delivering high-quality childcare and early years education.
Our excellent location, less than half a mile from Wendover, makes us a perfect choice for families in the local area. We can also be easily reached from Aston Clinton, Weston Turville and the surrounding areas of Aylesbury.
Facilities
A calm yet stimulating environment where children can quickly settle and develop confidence
Highly qualified, caring practitioners who create great relationships with children and families
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
A fantastic outdoor space which includes climbing frames, water play stations and more to explore
An exciting curriculum that reflects the individual needs and interests of our children
Funded childcare places available
Meet our Nursery Manager
Sophie Rumney
Nursery Manager
Hi, my name is Sophie, and I am the Manager of Partou Woodlands Halton. I have been in childcare since 2015, studying a Level 3 in Early Years before later achieving a BA Hons in Education Studies (Primary).
During my time in childcare, I have been given many insightful opportunities which have highlighted the importance of early years play in the development of each unique child. Our role at Partou is to ensure the wellbeing of each child is met by supporting the growth of developmental foundation blocks that enable children to flourish in their education and future life.
I believe that the most rewarding aspect of childcare is watching young children thrive as they grow with us. Being able to witness this makes everyday worthwhile!
Nursery fees
| Full-day (2 sessions) |
Weekly rate | Early drop off session | Morning session | Afternoon session | |
| Session time | 8.00am-6.00pm | 8.00am-6.00pm daily | 7.30am-8.00am | 8.00am-1.00pm | 1.00pm-6.00pm |
| Care | £75.75 | £340.88 | £5.70 | £45.45 | £45.45 |
| Meals & snacks | £9.85 | £49.25 | £5.45 | £4.40 | |
| Consumables | £3.15 | £15.75 | £1.75 | £1.40 | |
| Total | £88.75 | £405.88 | £52.65 | £51.25 |
Upon registration, you will be asked to pay a £75 registration fee (non-refundable) or a £75 registration deposit to reserve your child’s nursery place (see terms and conditions for eligibility).
Discounts
Only one discount can be applied at any time:
- 5% discount for eldest child for siblings.
- 5% discount for Blue Light Card holders.
What’s included in our fees?
Our full fees are clearly broken down into care, meals & snacks and consumables fees for full transparency.
Care fees include: trained, qualified team members taking care of your child, regular updates about your child and their progress at nursery, a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities tailored to the needs of your child, and use of the nursery building facilities.
Meals & snacks fees cover the cost of all food and drinks whilst your child is in our care. Meal and snack times are a very important part of Partou nursery life, learn more about how we make food and nutrition enjoyable and educational for children in our care.
Consumables include; important daily care items needed such as nappies, wet wipes, sun cream, soap, plus other health and hygiene essentials.
Other key information
- We’re closed on Bank Holidays.
- We’re closed between Christmas and New Year.
- Charges apply across 52 weeks of the year, including Bank Holidays.
Funded childcare
Partou Woodlands Halton Day Nursery & Pre-School is proud to offer funded childcare places
Funded childcare is a government incentive fulfilled by Local Authorities which aims to provide financial support for eligible families accessing childcare at an OFSTED registered setting. Partou Woodlands Halton Day Nursery & Pre-School work with Buckinghamshire Local Authority to apply childcare funding for eligible families.
Funding typically covers 15 or 30 hours per week for the 38 term weeks of the year across a maximum of 10 hours a day which will be applied in different ways depending how many weeks of the year your child is in childcare:
- Children who are in year-round childcare will receive “stretched” funding. This means that their 15/30 hours over 38 weeks will be stretched over 51 weeks of the year so children accessing year round childcare at Partou Woodlands Halton will receive 11.17/22.35 hours of funded childcare per week.
- Children who have term-time only childcare places will receive 15/30 hours funding per week over 38 weeks of the year. Term-time only places are limited and are subject to availability.
Government funding for childcare only applies to the care fee (as described above). Meals & snacks and consumables fees are fully chargeable for all sessions including funded.
Many families are eligible for government funded childcare, see our childcare funding guide for more information.
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Woodlands Halton
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01296 696429
Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm (excl. bank holidays)
Halton Combined School, Tring Rd, Wendover, Aylesbury HP22 5PN
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What families say?
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K B
30 September 2024
We looked at a few nurseries before settling on Woodlands to hopefully help increase our child's development. As soon as we viewed Woodlands, we knew hands down this was where we wanted our child to go. The staff makes you feel like an important part of the experience, ensuring enough settlement sess...
Hayley M
22 September 2024
My little one loves her two nursery days at Woodlands. The staff are great and caring, and it's great to see via the app what activities my little girl gets up to during the day. It always seems like a lot of fun! Every time I pick her up she is happy and smiling, which in turn makes me happy. I know...
Marieta I
20 September 2024
Partou Woodlands Day Nursery and Pre-school has been a good place for our daughter. The staff are kind and take care of the children well. Our daughter enjoys her time there, and we've seen her grow and learn. We feel she's in a safe and happy environment, and we're pleased with the care she's gettin...
S D
05 April 2024
I am very impressed by the overall experience my toddler receives at Woodlands. The staff are warm, friendly, and care about the children in their care. I receive regular updates about his learning and development and I have been impressed by the opportunities and resources provided during the day. T...
L L
03 February 2024
We have nothing but praise for Woodlands Day Nursery. Our daughter has flourished and grown so much under their care. The staff have been so welcoming and take time to connect with our family every pick up and drop off. We couldn't have found a better place for our little girl. Thank you.
V B
02 November 2023
We have been very pleased with the progress at Woodlands and we know that this is down to the excellent setting that the nursery has provided. Every single teacher is lovely and loves working with writing, speech and general development has excelled during her time at Woodlands. I cannot praise the n...
Krista L
27 September 2023
I always wanted my children to attend a nursery where they are excited to go and leave with a big grins on their faces. Woodlands does exactly this! The staff are fab and always coming up with fun filled activities for the kids to do. Which my husband and I love reading about in the daily diaries tha...
M C
13 September 2023
The care my son received was excellent. The staff were invested in my son's happiness and organised lots of fun activities for him and his classmates to complete.
Katie B
30 August 2023
I was apprehensive about my son starting at Woodlands, but the nursery has gone above and beyond to cater for his needs effortlessly. The attention to detail with care diaries and observations are fantastic and are lovely to read throughout the day. I feel at ease knowing he is in a warm and nurturin...
C T
11 August 2023
We were very nervous for our son to start nursery. However Woodlands were so welcoming and after some settling in sessions our son got used to Woodlands. He is always very excited to go and has made lots of friends - he has also come on leaps and bounds. The staff are so friendly, caring, and welc...
Esha C
09 August 2023
I've just sent my son here since he was 6 months old and he absolutely loves it here. The staff are all so welcoming and take great care of him, quickly picking up on his routine and habits, and helping him develop both emotionally, physically, and mentally. I never worry and they keep me well infor...
L F
09 August 2023
My 3 year old has been here just one month, after being at two other nurseries due to military moves. Woodlands have done more for him in one month than the other two combined! They are attentive, professional, and caring, doing all they can to help him settle and enjoy his time there. The staff are ...
Miriam H
13 July 2023
My son has been at Woodlands Day Nursery for a year now and he has grown so much, in so many ways. His confidence and happiness while at Woodlands, is a joy to see. The ladies there are always so welcoming and I know he is safe and well cared for. The wide range of activities available, both indoors ...
J S
14 September 2021
After viewing several large nurseries we chose Woodlands Day Nursery and couldn't be happier. My child is thriving there and loves to go in each day. The staff are great and I feel happy at drop-offs when my child greets them with smiles and cuddles. The nursery manager is the icing on the cake. She ...
Maxine B
10 September 2021
My son has recently transitioned from the baby room to the toddler room, the experience has been so positive. Naturally, we have had some challenges with confidence and settling but the team have been incredibly understanding and patient. He has settled so well and not only loves nursery but also has...
Why Partou?
For us at Partou, childcare isn’t just a job, it’s a journey – one where every child leads us in a unique new direction.
As part of the Netherlands’ largest childcare group, we’ve access to world-leading expertise in learning and development, so you can be confident your child will benefit from an experience as unique as they are.
Of course, care is as much about empathy as education, and ours is a child-led approach that emphasises building confidence and curiosity – so that every child in our care has the freedom to flourish.
Reassurance for you and your little one
Care
We’re more than just a team; we’re a close community driven by our passion for childcare, and our commitment to each individual child’s development. We know that by working together, we’re stronger.
Compassion
In our community, compassion isn’t just a word; it’s our way of life. By embracing our differences, we make our community more diverse and vibrant. We build strong, supportive relationships with the children and each other, based on trust and understanding.
Continuous learning
We believe strongly in development, for the children in our care and for ourselves. Through continuous learning, we help our team and our children reach their full potential. Together, we make a positive impact, in our communities and across wider society.
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