Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Winslow Road, Swanbourne, Milton Keynes MK17 0SW
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Care Provided by Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Elizabeth White (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 25
  • Total Places for Children
  • 58
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
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Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne Reviews (28)

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9.3

Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.301) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne has 28 reviews.

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Review from Joanne M (Mother of Child) published on 16 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been attending Ashbourne Nursery Swanbourne for over 2 years now. We cannot recommend this nursery enough – Highlights for us have definitely been the countryside set up with the farm next door, woodlands to play in, great indoor spaces, modern facilities, imaginative activities each day
for the children, and the fantastic keyworkers that our son has had since he joined. He has built great relationships with his key workers - often running to the gates for cuddles with them and is always excited about what the day will bring. Something that was important to us when looking for a nursery has been how inclusive and thoughtful the team has been around how they approach us as same-sex parents and work with our son. We have enjoyed sending our son to Ashbourne in Swanbourne. A shout-out to the 3 key workers who are currently working with our son, and all of his past key workers who have been fantastic with him – 3 other members of staff in particular, etc – Thank you all!

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you for such a glowing review of Ashbourne Nursery Swanbourne! We're thrilled to hear your son has thrived with us. The beautiful countryside setting, engaging activities, and fantastic staff you mentioned are all key ingredients in our recipe for a happy and stimulating learning environment. We're especially proud of how inclusive and welcoming our team is, and we appreciate you acknowledging that.


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Review from Rebecca B (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I could not feel more positively about the pre-reception staff here. They combine professionalism, knowledge, creativity and kindness to create a wonderfully fun and stimulating environment for the kids. They frequently take them to the next-door farm, allotments and village playpark, ensuring that
there is plenty of outdoor learning. My little one loves his time there and is learning and developing so much.

Reply from Charlotte, Parent Relations Team at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Your review is fantastic to read! We're thrilled by your praise for our staff professionalism, knowledge, creativity, and kindness are exactly the qualities we strive for. It sounds like they're creating a fun and stimulating environment that fosters learning and development. The frequent trips to the farm, allotments, and playpark are a wonderful way to incorporate outdoor learning, and we're happy your child enjoys them.


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Review from Caroline R (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Ashbourne since she was 11 months old. Both the management and staff go above and beyond to provide her with the best possible care. My daughter is incredibly happy there and I honestly cannot recommend the nursery enough.

Reply from Charlotte, Parent Relations Team at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

This is a wonderful review! It truly warms our hearts to know your daughter has been happy at Ashbourne since she was 11 months old. We appreciate your recognition of both our management and staff who go the extra mile to provide exceptional care. A happy child is our ultimate goal, and your recommendation means the world to us.


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Review from Charlotte C (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn’t recommend this nursery enough. My daughter is absolutely thriving there, with staff being so attentive to her. I get daily updates around what she’s doing and how she is progressing in the nursery. Every member of staff is so passionate about their role within the nursery and they all clearly
really care for every child. I’d love to keep her there forever!

Reply from Charlotte, Parent Relations Team at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

We're overjoyed to hear your daughter is thriving at our nursery! Attentive staff, daily updates, and a team passionate about all the children that's exactly what we strive for. Knowing you'd love to keep her here forever is the highest praise! Thank you for your fantastic recommendation!


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Review from Emma R (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The people at Ashbourne work so hard, and show such excellent care for all of the students at the nursery. It can be hard dropping off your precious little one, and heading off to work. But when my daughter runs in, excited to see everyone each day and describes the staff there as her best friends,
I can’t help but feel comforted.
Thank you all!

Reply from Charlotte, Parent Relations Team at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

This review truly warms our hearts! Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care, and knowing we can ease the worry of drop-off for parents means a lot. Your daughter's excitement and view of the staff as her best friends are the best compliments we can receive. Thank you for your kind words!


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Review from Hannah T (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been coming to Ashbourne at Swanbourne since Sept 23, she settled very quickly and now she loves it! The whole nursery has a family feel to it, the staff are all very caring and friendly and the manager and deputy manager are both lovely and very approachable if you do have any questions.
I highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from O A (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been going here since six months old and now he’s 2, all the staff have been amazing with him, he has progressed so much and every day he comes out with a huge smile after an amazing day! Highly recommend!

Reply from Marketing Team at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you so much for such a fabulous review, we're really happy that your little boy is happy at our Swanbourne nursery and comes out with a huge smile on his face!


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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been coming to Ashbourne at Swanbourne since January of this year, he has settled in fantastically and really enjoys his days there. He has made lots of friends and made some strong bonds with the staff. I recommend the nursery to everyone

Reply from Marketing Team at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our Swanbourne nursery, we're delighted that your son has settled in well and enjoys his days at nursery!


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Review from Emily P (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son (2.5 years) has been at this nursery for around 8 months and although he had a rocky start, he soon settled in, began to make relationships and bonds with his key worker and with little ones in his class. He eats better here than he does at home, always comes home having taken part in lots of
different activities inside and out, and is always happy to go in. My daughter started at the nursery when she was 8 months old and honestly, I think she likes it better there than at home. She loves her key worker, often not wanting to come back to me at the end of the day (charming!) but I love that because I know she's being taken care of and has had so much fun. Both rooms do lots of super creative activities and crafts and also take the children to the farm next door to see the animals! I'm so glad we found Ashbourne. One of the girls also babysits for us and I know the children are in very safe hands. The people who work there really make it a special place.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review. We are delighted with your feedback.


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Review from Gulsen Y (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An amazing caring and developmental nursery. We recently moved here recently from London and I am astounded at how quickly my son has settled here - he absolutely adores the staff here and he has developed so much.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you for this review. We are delighted to hear such wonderful feedback.


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Review from Crystal P (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attended Ashbourne Day Nursery at Swanbourne from 10 months old and is due to graduate in August 21. The care and support given by the whole team throughout his time there has been excellent. You know that your child is in safe hands and if there are any problems they always communicate with
you. I believe that if my son had never attended this nursery his learning and development would not be what it is today. I can’t thank the team enough.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your lovely review.


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Review from Jennifer (Aunt of Child) published on 2 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My nephew has been going to Ashbourne at Swanbourne for the past year. He has absolutely thrived in the nursery environment. The staff are incredibly friendly and reassuring. They make drop-offs so easy, they are all brilliant. I cannot fault the nursery or its staff.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

This feedback is so lovely to hear. The team are delighted.


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Review from Melanie M (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have attended Swanbourne, from 2017 until present and the staff have shown nothing but care and love for them through their time there. My oldest is now at school but the nursery was flexible for her to attend during holidays when she was still within their age range. I feel confident
and trusting in leaving my children with the staff at the nursery and they always come home after having such fun. Throughout the years, both children have been looked after by various staff and they have all been amazing. We have been very happy with the nursery over the years and will be sad when our youngest leaves.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you for this lovely review, the team are delighted with your feedback.


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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our two boys both attend at Swanbourne and we couldn’t be happier. They love going to nursery and I know that they are incredibly well cared for by the amazing staff. The nursery has a real family feel and they really nurture the individual personalities of the kids. I am always amazed by how much the
boys learn and how creative the carers are with a huge variety of activities on offer. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone trying to make a decision on where to send their children.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your lovely review.


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Review from Hannah S (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has attended the Swanbourne setting from 11 months old; he will turn 4 this year.
As he’s progressed through each room, my husband and I have always been very impressed with the level of care provided by the team at Swanbourne. Our child has formed an attachment with each key worker allocated
to him, which is lovely to see and makes us, as parents feel at ease when dropping him off. We love that there are always outdoor activities available and a weekly trip to the allotment is his favourite. There is always clear communication from the manager and her team and they have handled last year and now this year fantastically. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this nursery! Thank you to all the team at Swanbourne!

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

We really enjoy reading the lovely feedback we receive. Thank you.


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Review from Shelley R (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team at Swanbourne have been amazing. I was nervous going back to work and leaving my baby who has allergies but the care he has received has been amazing they are so good with his allergies. My son has really thrived at the nursery in both duckings and lambs. He’s a really outdoorsy boy and it’s
great how much time they spend in the garden and visiting the farm he’s very excited to see the tractors and hear the cows when I pick him up. I can’t thank the team enough.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

The team are thrilled with this feedback, thank you so much!


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Review from Sam G (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A fantastic day nursery in a lovely village setting surrounded by farm animals and tractors. The real selling point though is the dedicated and enthusiastic staff who do a fantastic job at caring for all the children. Our son has attended since he turned one year old and now runs through the gates with
excitement each morning. Attending this nursery has built his confidence with other toddlers and really helped his cognitive development through the creative tasks that are set out each day. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a more intimate nursery setting for their child. Well done and thank you to the wonderful team at Swanbourne!

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

The team are thrilled with this feedback, thank you so much!


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Review from Carrie W (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can not express the amazing changes in character, development and well-being we have seen since moving to this amazing nursery. With 3 children here we see quite a few different members of staff, but all know every detail about our children. The level of care we have seen has been second to none,
it truly is a second home for our little ones and even when they aren't at nursery our conversations and role-play evolves around the carers and the environment. They love each and every one of their carers as much as their carers love and care for them.
We have also seen daily, the level of consideration and thought that goes into the children's day. Ensuring that every aspect of their day helps their development in some way. From the sensory room to fine motor skills, running and their favourite place, the allotment. With regular trips to plant, harvest food, learn about nature and have fun!
We could not recommend this nursery more. Thank you to each and every one of your incredible team.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this amazing review. The team are thrilled.


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Review from Abbi C (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ashbourne at Swanbourne are an outstanding nursery with a warm welcoming team of staff! My son started here after trying out 2 different preschools and settled in comfortably in the first week alone! He loves coming to 'school' and talks about it frequently at home!
He always has access to his favourite
things and that makes his time at nursery so enjoyable for him while being able to learn and try new things too.
The team have made me feel happy and comfortable to leave him after not being able to in previous settings so for this I'm forever grateful.
The manager is always willing to answer any questions or queries and always does so in a professional and informative manner.
They go above and beyond and are truly a fantastic nursery!

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you for the wonderful feedback. The team are delighted to hear this.


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Review from Jonjo M (Father of Child) published on 15 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery!
I've only managed to drop and collect my son a few times due to work but the ladies are very welcoming and inform me all about his day upon collection. Due to not being able to pick up and collect often I love receiving the tapestry notifications to show me what he's been up to at nursery
and my son loves looking through them with me and telling me about his day.
He has settled very well and being a very outdoorsy boy the allotment area is one of his favourite places.
The ladies welcomed him, showed him unknowingly his favourite toy (animals) and took the time to get to know his likes and dislikes.
Highly recommend.

Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

Thank you so much for taking the time to write us this lovely review.


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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.301)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.301) out of 10 for Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 8 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.811 for Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne is calculated as follows: ( (81 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 95 Ratings = 4.811

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.49 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne is based on 8 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.8

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 58 number of registered child places is 11.6. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 11.6 = 0.69

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne

What is the Age Range of Children that Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne accepts?

Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne Open?

Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne have capacity for?

Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne has capacity for a total of 58 Children.

How far is Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Swanbourne to the centre of Milton Keynes?

7.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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