Education in Milton Keynes
The Education section lists schools, nurseries, colleges and independent tutors across Milton Keynes and the surrounding towns of Bletchley, Wolverton, Stony Stratford, Newport Pagnell, Woburn Sands and Olney. Each listing shows contact details, opening hours and reviews, along with a short summary of what parents, students and learners say about the provider.
What’s covered
Nurseries & ChildcarePrimary SchoolsSecondary SchoolsPrivate SchoolsCollegesTutors & TuitionMusic LessonsLanguage Schools
276 matching education
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Popular ★ 4.9 (11)
Humly Milton Keynes
📍 Noble House, Capital Dr, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- easy-to-use booking app
- patient, caring tutors
- supportive recruitment staff
- child progress reported
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Popular ★ 5 (2)
The Wendy House
📍 White Horse Drive Emerson, 4 White Horse Dr, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- amazing outdoor area
- good preparation for school
- positive first impression
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★ 4.3 (6)
Moorlands Family Centre
📍 6-7 Dodkin, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- ample space for parties
- hall felt small for price
- deposit disputes reported
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★ 3.1 (13)
Acorn at Westcroft Day Nursery
📍 4 Wimborne Cres, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- caring key workers for some families
- children settling well
- varied activities
- concerns over staff speaking to children
- complaints about supervision and conduct
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★ 4.3 (10)
Acorn at Kents Hill
📍 Acorn at, Wadhurst Ln, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- caring staff
- good food menu
- trips and activities
- support for SEN
- dispute over extra charges
- billing communication
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Popular ★ 5 (7)
Alive & Singing Choir and Singing Lessons
📍 Community Centre, Mill Ln, MK15, Milton Keynes Accessible parking
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What customers say review highlights
- talented encouraging director
- welcoming community feel
- good song arrangements
- supporting materials provided
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Popular ★ 5 (3)
Aristo Tots
📍 1 Soskin Dr, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- experienced helpful staff
- good outdoor play area
- home-cooked meals
- children settle and thrive
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Popular ★ 5 (4)
Crosslands Nursery
📍 45 Crosslands, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- friendly, professional staff
- warm, safe atmosphere
- smaller setting
- supports child development
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Popular ★ 4.9 (9)
Little Bears Day Nursery (& Pre-School)
📍 Hill Farm House, 44 Old Groveway, Milton Keynes Accessible parking
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What customers say review highlights
- caring loving staff
- child development
- well organised
- reassuring for new parents
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Popular ★ 5 (2)
Acorn Childcare at New Bradwell
📍 Bounty St, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- supportive staff
- regular updates
- good settling-in
- manages allergies well
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★ 3.8 (5)
Institute Of Translation and Interpreting
📍 Milton Keynes Business Centre, Foxhunter Dr Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- member support
- sense of community
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Popular ★ 5 (2)
Walton Nursery
📍 The Old Rectory, Walton Dr, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- good facilities
- outdoor spaces
- warm welcoming staff
- child wellbeing
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Popular ★ 4.7 (3)
Sunflower Pre-School
📍 1 Germander Pl, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- children enjoy attending
- concern over outdoor supervision in cold weather
- reported subsequent illnesses
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Popular ★ 4.8 (4)
Newton Imperial Education
📍 Avebury Blvd, Milton Keynes Accessible parking
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What customers say review highlights
- tailored courses and mentorship
- professional supportive team
- clear guidance and resources
- smooth communication
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★ 4.4 (9)
ECG
📍 Emergency Care Gateway, The Gatehouse, Alston Dr, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingCard paymentsStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- friendly professional staff
- prompt service
- enjoyable courses
- poor handling of rescheduling request
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Popular ★ 4.6 (13)
MTS Milton Keynes
📍 Gloucester House, 399 Silbury Blvd, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- welcoming helpful staff
- organised registration
- clear instructions
- one report of poor time keeping
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Popular ★ 5 (3)
Musica Charity Choir Milton Keynes
📍 6 Little Hame, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- talented musicians
- high-quality performances
- supports local charities
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Popular ★ 5 (1)
Small Wonders Pre School
📍 Lennon Dr, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingAppointment requiredOn-site services
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What customers say review highlights
- helpful staff
- professional
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★ 4.4 (5)
Twinkle Tots Playgroup
📍 Glovers Ln, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- noticeable child progress
- patient supportive staff
- fun engaging sessions
- support for high needs
- ★ 3.4 (5) Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Walnut Tree 📍 Walnut Tree Centre, Fyfield Barrow, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingFree parkingOn-site parking View
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★ 4 (3)
Nikki’s House Childcare
📍 6 Brill Pl, Milton Keynes Accessible parking
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What customers say review highlights
- attentive care
- long-standing relationship
- recommended by family
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★ 4 (6)
Caring Kindergartens
📍 4 Blue Star Grv, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- caring staff
- good communication
- child development
- one unpleasant experience reported
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Popular ★ 5 (2)
Limar Childcare
📍 21 Cruickshank Grove, Milton Keynes Accessible parking
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What customers say review highlights
- caring carer
- family environment
- regular outings
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Popular ★ 4.9 (7)
Oldbrook First School and Nursery
📍 Illingworth Pl, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- caring teachers
- well liked by pupils
- positive long-term experience
Checking accreditation and inspection status
State primary and secondary schools in Milton Keynes are inspected by Ofsted, and reports are published online with a graded judgement covering teaching, behaviour and leadership. Nurseries and childminders providing early years places are also registered with Ofsted and follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Colleges and independent training providers may hold separate accreditation, so it is worth confirming a provider's registration and reading its most recent inspection report before enrolling.
Choosing a tutor or lessons provider locally
Private tutors, music teachers and language schools are not centrally inspected in the same way, so parents usually rely on qualifications, DBS checks and reviews when choosing. When contacting a provider, it is reasonable to ask about experience with the relevant exam board or syllabus, whether sessions are in person or online, and how progress is tracked. Many listings in this section cover specific towns, so filtering by area can help find a provider within travelling distance in Milton Keynes.
How do I find out if a Milton Keynes school or nursery is any good?
Read the provider's most recent Ofsted report, which is published online and gives a graded judgement on quality. Combine this with the reviews and summary shown on the listing to get a fuller picture.
Do tutors and music teachers in the directory have background checks?
Checks vary by provider, as private tutors are not centrally regulated. Ask each tutor directly whether they hold an enhanced DBS check and what qualifications they have before booking sessions.