“Our 4 year old has just finished at The House That Jack Built to start school, having been at the nursery since he was 16 months old. He absolutely loved his time there. It’s a lovely spacious site with great facilities, and the staff are so caring, smiley and creative. He has such a special bond with them. All of the staff have helped him grow into such a confident little boy, and he walked happily into reception last week without a backward glance, despite being one of the youngest starters. We also have a 2 year old who is just leaving the baby unit and moving up to toddlers. The baby unit is an amazing space and run by the loveliest team. A huge thank you for all of your smiles and care over the last three years.”
12 Chestnut Lane, Hazlemere, HP15 7BZ
A nursery in Hazlemere that feels like home
If you live in Hazlemere, The House That Jack Built is right on your doorstep, tucked into Chestnut Lane off Eastern Dene, a quiet residential turning that most families in the area will know. It is a converted bungalow with its own parking and two outdoor play areas, which gives it a completely different feel to a purpose-built nursery. If you would like to come and have a look around, we would be glad to show you.
Why families choose us
Our approach
What parents often comment on first is how much agency the children have here. From the moment the day starts, children move freely between the indoor spaces and the garden, following their own interests rather than waiting to be told what to do next. That is not just a nice idea, it is how the day actually runs, in all weathers, all year round. The aim is to build children who can make choices, sustain their own attention and learn alongside one another, across ages, in a setting that genuinely feels like a home rather than a school.
In practice
The practical side matters just as much. Before your child starts, we build in two settling-in sessions where you stay with them, and we extend that if your child needs more time. Once they are settled, you will have daily communication, termly one-to-ones and an open door to management whenever you need it. We accept both 15-hour and 30-hour funded places, so if your child is eligible, those hours can be used here. Ofsted have rated us Good, which we are proud of, but what that means day to day is that inspectors found the quality of care and learning to be strong across the board.
For families in Hazlemere
For families based in Hazlemere, the nursery is a genuinely local option rather than a detour on a longer commute. The semi-rural character of this part of High Wycombe, sitting between the Amersham Road corridor and the quieter lanes toward Holmer Green, means mornings here tend to be calmer than a town-centre run, and drop-off is straightforward with on-site parking. Our hours run until 6:30pm, which we know matters for working parents who need that extra half hour at the end of the day.
Address
12 Chestnut Lane, Hazlemere, HP15 7BZ
Phone
01494 713425Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6:30pm
Ages
6 weeks to 5 years
Ofsted
Good
Funding
15 & 30 hours accepted
Getting here
From central Hazlemere, the nursery is just over a kilometre away and walkable in around 14 minutes along Holmer Green Road, then Eastern Dene and into Chestnut Lane. Most families drive, and there is on-site parking available when you arrive. If you are coming from further afield along the A404 Amersham Road corridor, Chestnut Lane is an easy turn off Eastern Dene.
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Parent reviews
What Buckinghamshire families say about us
The families already with us can tell you more than we ever could. Parents who started with us as babies are now sending their second and third children through our doors. That kind of trust is not given lightly, and we do not take it for granted.
“Both of my children have attended THTJB over the past 4 years and we have had the best experience. My son was so well prepared to start school last September, despite being one of the youngest in his year, and my daughter can't wait to run into her friends and key workers every morning that she attends. All the staff are so friendly and helpful and the children have a great balance of lots of fun combined with structure.”
“Cannot recommend more: my two daughters came here before leaving for school, my eldest who has special needs was well looked after, and they helped us with the EHCP, and any additional support that would be needed, was such a life saver, as for my youngest who just left for school recently is more than prepared! Both of my children loved this nursery, and made many friends, the staff are warm and friendly, and really take the time to listen to you and your children, they also have little events like pirate day and a Christmas sing!”
See us in action
Come and see a normal day
A tour is the best way to know whether we are the right fit. Meet our team, explore the spaces, and ask us anything.
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Things parents ask us
Common questions
The nursery is at 12 Chestnut Lane, which is just off Eastern Dene, a residential turning that many Hazlemere families will already know. It is a little over a kilometre from central Hazlemere, around 14 minutes on foot along Holmer Green Road, though the majority of families drive. There is on-site parking, so you do not need to worry about finding a space on a busy morning.
Yes, we accept both 15-hour and 30-hour government-funded places for eligible children. If you are not sure whether your child qualifies or how to apply, we are happy to talk you through it when you visit or get in touch. Funding can make a real difference to the cost of childcare, so it is worth checking your eligibility sooner rather than later.
We care for children from six weeks old through to five years. Places at a smaller nursery like ours do fill up, particularly for the youngest age groups, so we would always suggest getting in touch early rather than waiting until you need the place. We would rather have an honest conversation about availability now than have you disappointed later.
Ofsted rated us Good, which means that inspectors assessed the quality of care, the learning environment and the leadership of the nursery and found them all to be strong. For parents, it is a reasonable signal that what we say we do is what we actually do. We have been open since 2000 and Margaret, who founded the nursery, has been recognised by Buckinghamshire County Council for her contribution to high-quality childcare, so the Good rating sits within a longer track record.
You can get in touch to arrange a look around at a time that suits you. Before your child starts, we build in two settling-in sessions where you stay with them so they can get used to the space and the people at their own pace. If your child needs more time, we extend that, and shortly after they start we check in with you to see how things are going. The key person who looks after your child day to day will be your main point of contact from the beginning.
Ofsted registered, inspected, and rated Good
Independently inspected so you do not have to take our word for it.
"Children arrive excited for their day at this welcoming setting. They happily chatter to staff as they confidently separate from their parents."