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Our Flackwell Heath nursery

Fields, woodland and a childhood worth remembering

Over the Moon is surrounded by open grounds in Flackwell Heath, where woodland walks, outdoor learning and everyday adventure are part of nursery life, not something saved for special occasions. Children have the freedom to explore, get muddy, follow their curiosity and experience the changing seasons firsthand.

Flackwell Heath is currently undergoing refurbishment. In the meantime, we would love to show you around our nearby Marlow Bottom nursery, just a short drive away.

Flackwell Heath
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  • Ages welcome3 months to 5 years
  • Government funding15 & 30 hours accepted
the house that jack built colorful nursery classroom interior
the house that jack built childrens outdoor play area
the house that jack built colorful nursery playroom
the house that jack built outdoor play kitchen setup
the house that jack built nursery outdoor play area
the house that jack built nursery play area setup
the house that jack built decorated jellyfish craft display
the house that jack built nursery playground with toy vehicles
the house that jack built nursery classroom interior space
the house that jack built outdoor nursery playground with building blocks
the house that jack built organized nursery play area setup
the house that jack built outdoor play area setup
the house that jack built sign language learning poster display

Ofsted registered, inspected, and rated Good

Independently inspected so you do not have to take our word for it.

"Children show high levels of engagement at their chosen tasks and are curious and keen to try new experiences."

Ofsted, 2025
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  • Garden
  • Mud kitchen
  • Art studio
  • Outdoor learning
  • Freshly cooked meals
  • Dedicated baby suite
  • Extended hours
  • Government funding

Made for curious minds and muddy boots

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Our space

Over the Moon is a close-knit, 28-place nursery set within the secure grounds of a college in Flackwell Heath. Inside and outside, thoughtfully defined areas invite children to move freely between different kinds of play. They can choose where to go, what to investigate and how to spend their time, with the team nearby to encourage, guide and join in.

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Outdoors

Woodland trails and open fields give children room to build dens, search for wildlife and notice the seasons changing around them. Wellies and waterproofs are part of the everyday kit here. Children spend time outside throughout the year, learning through movement, discovery and the freedom to explore the natural world.

Found on Spring Lane in Flackwell Heath, with on-site parking for easy drop-off and collection. The nursery is within easy reach of High Wycombe, Beaconsfield and Bourne End.

See us in action

Come and see a normal day

Flackwell Heath is currently undergoing refurbishment. In the meantime, we would love to show you around our nearby Marlow Bottom nursery, just a short drive away.

Not ready yet?

Find us

Visit our nursery

Address

Spring Lane, High Wycombe, HP10 9HE

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6:00pm

Age range

3 months to 5 years

What makes us different

Why Buckinghamshire families choose us

From free flow between garden and playroom to fresh air on the walk into the countryside and the same familiar faces caring for your child each day, everything here is built around their happiness, safety and learning.

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    We started this for our own son, Jack Still family-run, now recognised for excellence

    Margaret opened the nursery in 2000, when Jack was just nine months old. She wanted to create somewhere that felt like an extension of home, of family. More than 25 years later, the nursery is still shaped by that same family instinct. Margaret was also awarded a Certificate of Achievement by Buckinghamshire County Council's Early Years and Childcare Service, for Excellent High Quality Childcare Services in Buckinghamshire, reflecting decades of doing things properly, for the right reasons.

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    They choose where curiosity takes them Free flow, indoors and out, every single day

    Children are free to move between our indoor spaces and the garden throughout the day, following their own interests, ideas and friendships. Outdoor learning is not a special treat here, it is part of everyday life: children regularly explore the local countryside, noticing the seasons, asking questions and discovering a world that no classroom could ever fully recreate. Rather than waiting for an adult to decide what comes next, they learn to make choices, explore independently and feel trusted in their environment.

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    You are treated as a genuine partner Working together every step of the way

    Parents and carers are a child's first and most important educators, and the nursery works closely with every family to support each stage of their child's development. Open, honest communication keeps everyone on the same page, from daily drop-off chats to termly updates. That partnership goes further when it is needed most, with the team working alongside parents on things like behaviour and emotional wellbeing, sharing practical strategies so children build the confidence and skills they need both at nursery and at home.

We take time to get settling right for every child, with no fixed timeline and no pressure.

Our approach to settling in

Rooms designed with your child in mind

Each stage cared for on its own terms

Every room at The House That Jack Built is designed around the children in it. Babies grow to their own rhythm. Toddlers build independence through a carefully planned daily routine. Pre-schoolers follow their own lines of enquiry, making choices and developing confidence. The same home-from-home instinct runs through all of it.

  • Babies

    Babies

    Ages 3 months to 2 years · 1:3 ratio

    Key focus

    Sensory play, secure attachments, and supporting each child's individual routine

    A typical day

    Sleep, feeds and nappy changes follow your baby's own pattern, recorded in a daily diary, alongside sensory play, water play, music and buggy walks outside.

    Sleep approach

    Babies sleep to their own pattern, not a fixed routine. Staff check every ten minutes and record it, with cotton bedding kept just for your child and gentle music playing.

    Outdoor access

    Daily outdoor sessions

  • Toddlers

    Toddlers

    Ages 2 to 3 years · 1:5 ratio

    Key focus

    Independence through imaginative play, early language development, and exploration

    A typical day

    A settled daily routine of group and individual play, books, music, art and outdoor time, with growing independence at mealtimes.

    Sleep approach

    A regular daily rest on beds with sheets kept just for your child, classical music and dimmed light for a calm wind-down.

    Outdoor access

    Daily outdoor sessions

  • Pre-School

    Pre-School

    Ages 3 to 5 years · 1:8 ratio

    Key focus

    Literacy, numeracy, communication, problem-solving, and confidence through play-based learning

    A typical day

    Structured, child-led activities across all seven areas of the EYFS, building towards school readiness, with a Preparing for School meeting each spring.

    Sleep approach

    A quiet rest or nap after lunch for children who need one.

    Outdoor access

    Daily outdoor sessions

Day in the life

A typical day

8:00am

Arrival and breakfast

The day begins quietly. Children arrive, find their peg, and sit down to a proper breakfast with their key carer. There is no rush. The room warms up gradually, just as a morning should.

9:00am

Circle time

Each morning the children gather together for songs, stories, and a chance to share what they are looking forward to. It is a moment of calm connection before the day opens up and the choosing begins.

10:00am

Exploration time

After breakfast the nursery opens up completely. Children move freely between the indoor spaces and the garden, following whatever catches their interest. Their key carer watches, joins in, and gently extends the play when the moment is right.

12:00pm

Lunch together

Lunch is a proper sit-down occasion. Our chefs cook everything fresh on site, following a carefully planned four-week rotating menu that ensures a wide variety of balanced, wholesome food. Children help set the table, eat together, and learn that mealtimes are worth slowing down for.

1:00pm

Rest and quiet time

After the morning's adventures, the nursery slows to a gentler pace. Those who need sleep settle into their own familiar bedding with classical music playing softly. Others curl up with a book or a quiet activity, following their own body's lead.

2:30pm

Afternoon play

After the afternoon snack, the nursery opens back up in every direction. Children pick up where they left off, head outside, or find something entirely new. The afternoon has its own unhurried rhythm.

3:30pm

Afternoon tea and home time

Afternoon tea brings the day to a gentle close as we prepare for pick-ups between 4:30pm and 6:00pm. When you arrive, your child's key carer will be ready to share what made today worth remembering.

See us in action

Come and see a normal day

Flackwell Heath is currently undergoing refurbishment. In the meantime, we would love to show you around our nearby Marlow Bottom nursery, just a short drive away.

Not ready yet?

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Fees and funding

Full fee schedule

2

days per week

15 hrs funded

£451.90per month

~£53 per day

3

days per week

30 hrs funded

£454.92per month

~£36 per day

15 hrs funded

£853.74per month

~£67 per day

4

days per week

30 hrs funded

£856.76per month

~£50 per day

15 hrs funded

£1,255.58per month

~£74 per day

5

days per week

30 hrs funded

£1,132.74per month

~£53 per day

15 hrs funded

£1,491.67per month

~£70 per day

Government funding is available from 9 months old, and can make a real difference to your childcare costs. Our team will guide you through the support available, explain how it applies at your chosen nursery, and help you understand any additional fees. For further information, specific requirements, or a confidential conversation about managing childcare costs, our team is always here to support you.

Explore our fees, funding support and simple enrolment process

Discounts, funding and closure dates

Discounts

  • Full-time (5 days a week): 10% discount, already applied to the 5-day price shown above
  • Sibling discount: 5% off for the eldest child (full-time only)
  • A&W College staff: 10% off for 4 or more days a week
  • School teacher discount: for 3 or more days a week, fees are calculated over 43 weeks instead of 51. Evidence required (school ID badge). No other discounts apply alongside this one.

How funded hours are stretched

Government-funded hours (15 or 30 a week) are spread evenly across the whole year rather than just term time, so your weekly hours stay the same all year round:

  • 30 hours funding: 30 hrs x 38 term-time weeks / 51 nursery weeks = 22.35 hrs a week
  • 15 hours funding: 15 hrs x 38 term-time weeks / 51 nursery weeks = 11.17 hrs a week

Monthly fees are worked out the same way: your weekly rate x 51 weeks a year, divided by 12, so you pay the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks fall in it.

Food charges

Charges for food will be applied for days where funded hours are taken and will be itemised on the invoice. Prices above are fully inclusive of food, wipes and suntan cream.

Session and ad-hoc fees

  • Session fee (08:00-13:00 or 13:00-18:00): £51.17
  • Ad hoc full day (08:00-18:00): £100.12

Extended hours

Early starts from 07:30 and late finishes to 18:30 are available in addition to standard session times. Please ask us for current availability and cost.

Closure dates

We are closed from Wednesday 23 December 2026 to Friday 1 January 2027 inclusive. 23 December 2026 is also a staff training day.

Review date

This fee schedule is reviewed on 1 April 2027, at management's discretion.

Our other branches

Marlow Bottom

Thoughtfully designed from their earliest days to school

59-61 Marlow Bottom Road, SL7 3NA

01628 814350

Hazlemere

A nursery thoughtfully designed for every stage

12 Chestnut Lane, Hazlemere, HP15 7BZ

01494 713425

Things parents ask us

Common questions