Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Soskin Drive, Stantonbury Fields, Milton Keynes MK14 6DP
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9.8 93 Reviews
  • Aristotots Nursery School (MK), Milton Keynes
Aristo-Tots Nursery School cares for children aged 0-5 years in a beautiful, light and spacious environment. Decorated to an excellent standard, Aristo-Tot offers a variety of play areas, with equipment and activities for every age including computers, creative spaces and its very own dance studio.

The outdoor play area offers an open space for bikes and cars, a large sandpit area, digging and growing area as well as an expanse of soft surfaces for babies and toddlers and a beautiful tree house and slide.

Aristo-Tots staff understand that each chlid is an individual and as such offer exciting activities to encourage play, fun and growth. Offering superb educational equipment both indoors and outdoors, Aristo-Tots is sure to capture the imagination of each child.

The nursery offers additional activities each week such as music & dance, Zumba and 'Strikers' to give the children the opportunity for an enriched and varied week.

Staff are qualified to Level 3 grade in childcare, all first aid trained and hold Enhanced CRB certificates.

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Care Provided by Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jennifer Stephens (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 28
  • Total Places for Children
  • 99
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

  • Their fees are given based on the sessions or days attended and range from £37 for a session to £70 for a full day place. These prices are from Birth to 5 years

  • Their fees are updated every April. Please call the nursery manager for an up to date fee sheet. Their charges are offered based on the sessions you request. Weekly, Daily or sessional charges apply

Aristotots Nursery School (MK) Reviews (93)

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9.8

Aristotots Nursery School (MK) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.810) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Aristotots Nursery School (MK) has 93 reviews.

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Review from Charlotte N (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended this nursery for just over a year and I have nothing but praise for the staff and the wonderful environment that the nursery provides. They do so much with the children and are kind and patient and I feel very happy in the knowledge that my son is safe and being well cared for as
well as learning a whole variety of new things. The nursery goes above and beyond to incorporate and celebrate lots of different events and the children enjoy every minute of it. Healthy meals and snacks are provided every day. This is an excellent nursery and I highly recommend it.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you so much for your kind words, it's much appreciated, we are so pleased you chose Aristo Tots for your family.


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Review from Athena J (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been at Aristotots since he was 2, he has loved every moment, from the activities to the practitioners. They go above and beyond to provide the children with the best opportunities. My son has been on various school trips and is now getting ready for the Christmas Play this year, we
will truly miss everyone when he goes to school next year!

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your kind review, we really appreciate it.


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Review from Gini H (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has just graduated from Aristotots, and she has loved every moment there. They have helped her grow in more ways than one - she’s made some wonderful friends and the staff have always gone above and beyond, and really prepared her for school. Her care has just been phenomenal in all of the
areas she’s been in over the years, with warm, friendly staff who plan an excellent variety of activities; along with freshly prepared food every day (I don’t think she’s ever not eaten everything they’ve given her…which is saying something!). You know you’ve chosen the right place when your child genuinely looks forward to going in every day! From a parent's perspective, it’s also nice to get the rundown at pick up every day, along with online learning journal posts that allow us to see what she’s been up to. I honestly cannot recommend Aristotots enough! I shed more than one tear on her last day, but we will be sending our son there when I finish maternity leave, so we will definitely be back!

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your review. Your kind words are much appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming your little one again soon.


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Review from Katie C (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery! Our daughter loved attending and now our son can’t wait to get in the door on his days. The staff are friendly and really care about the children. Couldn’t ask for a better place to leave my child.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your kind review, we are really happy to still have you with us.


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Review from Amy B (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended the nursery from age 1 through to pre-school currently aged 3 and she has always loved going in. The staff are all lovely and go above and beyond with all the activities and things they do for the children. They always give you time to tell you about their day and upload weekly
pictures. My daughter has come on leaps and bounds with her development, manners, and social skills and Aristotots has a big part to play! We will miss it when she leaves for big school next year.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you so much for your review, we appreciate your kind words.


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Review from Adam P (Father of Child) published on 25 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can't fault them. Staff are brilliant with the children. Excellent setting and kids have learned so much. It's lovely to know the kids are safe, and genuinely look forward to attending the nursery/preschool.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your kind review, it's very much appreciated.


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Review from Rachel C (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can’t thank Aristotots enough for the wonderful care, love, and attention that they have given my child so far. He has only been at nursery for just under a year and yes it took him a little while to not get upset when I dropped him off in the morning. But they would send me a picture through their
secure parent page literally 5 minutes later of him having a wail of a time. Every day he’s there they take lots of pictures and cute videos of all the things that he has got up to. He now loves going and actually now gets upset in the car driving away from nursery. Also as we can’t go into the building for drop-offs and collections, we get to see all the different aged children, so different areas of the nursery and teachers of Aristotots and every single child that I see, look like they can’t wait to get in and they’ve all had such a good fun-filled time too. That to me speaks volumes on how wonderful this nursery is. Thank you to the whole team for all that you do.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your lovely kind review, we very much appreciate it and are glad you choose Aristo Tots.


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Review from Nicole B (Mother of Child) published on 21 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. My son loves waking up every morning knowing he has nursery, he loves all the staff never had any problems since he started as a baby now in preschool. Cannot recommend this nursery enough.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for the review, we are glad you choose Aristo Tots for your family.


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Review from Laura H (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After viewing a number of different nurseries around Milton Keynes, Aristo Tots was the clear favourite for my twins. The outdoor area is superb and the inside is coordinated perfectly, perfectly imaginative play and learning. This year my daughter moved up to the preschool area and I am just as impressed.
The meals provided are nutritious and varied which I love. I can't recommend the nursery and preschool team enough, they are always so friendly and willing to have a chat. I was very nervous initially about my twins being away from me, they are very rarely out of my care but I couldn't feel more comfortable handing them over to Aristo Tots' care. My son works closely with the Senco who goes above and beyond to help him thrive within the setting. It's fantastic to know he has someone caring and understanding to help him progress. All in all, I can't recommend Aristo Tots enough.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words we appreciate it very much. We thoroughly enjoy having both children with us.


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Review from Rebecca W (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

So pleased to have chosen Aristotots Nursery, from day 1 our little girl has been very well looked after. She enjoys going to nursery and often calls out the ladies' names when we are dropping her off and picking her up. The whole team is absolutely brilliant, giving updates and essential information
when needed. They all made us and our little girl very welcome and nothing has been too much trouble. Since starting in April we have seen our little girl come on in leaps and bounds, it's a real joy to see.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you so much for your kind words and so very glad you choose Aristo-Tots for your family. It's a pleasure having you with us.


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Review from Steph O (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Aristotots is a lovely nursery. My son just left preschool and my daughter is in ladybirds now after moving up from caterpillars. She is always happy to go in and has a lovely time. I think it's great that I get updates on the online learning portal on how she has spent her day and I love looking at
the photos. The staff go above and beyond to make things special for the children. My son's graduation garden party was really lovely. Definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you so much for your lovely review and so happy we still have you with us.


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Review from Chris B (Father of Child) published on 20 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife and I absolutely love this nursery, when we were looking for a nursery about two years ago we were so overwhelmed with all the others and what they had to offer. When we went for a look around at Aristotots and met the manager and her team it felt so welcoming that when we walked away we said
that our little girl will be going there, and one year after our daughter being there we still feel the same, the staff are amazing and our daughter loves it there too.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you so much for your review, we very much appreciate your kind words and are so glad you choose Aristo-Tots.


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Review from Amy P (Mother of Child) published on 3 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Aristotots Nursery School (MK) is an amazing, welcoming nursery! The opportunities they allow the children to experience are so lovely. I couldn't recommend them enough. They are so loving and caring for my little girl. I couldn't wish for better staff to look after her whilst I'm working. She looks
forward to nursery days every day.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your kind words; we love having you with us.


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Review from Clare C (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Aristotots highly enough. My son started just before his first birthday and will be leaving soon to start school. The staff are amazing, reassuring and so caring about the children. The facilities and activities are the best. The confidence and independence they have built in my son
is amazing. So glad we picked this nursery and we will be sad to leave.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you so much for your kind words, we will miss you all in September! It's been a pleasure.


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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 12 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommended. I do not know what to write to do this nursery justice! After viewing so many nurseries in Milton Keynes I am so glad we decided on Aristotots, it’s honestly been one of the best decisions made as a parent! My little girl has been here since 9 months old, she has been all the way
through the areas and has thrived. Leaving for school in September will be a big wrench for both her and me! We adore the staff and management and trust them implicitly. The nursery is such a wonderful nurturing place, the care the children receive is amazing, It feels like you are leaving them with family. The staff go above and beyond to support both the children and the parents. They are always thinking of new and exciting activities to support the children’s learning and challenge them. Communication and tapestry updates are great, the nursery policies are fair, the children love the home-cooked meals and throughout the pandemic, they have gone above and beyond. Do not hesitate to choose this nursery.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your kind words, we have loved having you with us and will miss you when you move on to school.


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Review from Claire C (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my girls have attended Aristotots MK, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. The environment is warm and welcoming and the staff are, without exception calm and caring. They have been incredibly supportive and nothing is too much trouble.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for the lovely feedback. It has been a pleasure looking after both girls and we will miss you all so very much but know they will both be amazing at school.


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Review from Claire R (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attended from 11 Months until she went to primary school. I could not recommend the nursery and preschool enough. The care and support each member of staff gave my daughter was the best. They turned a shy girl into a confident big girl ready for school. I had every faith in all the staff
to give my daughter the best care and will genuinely miss coming there. Lovely setting, lots of outdoor space. My daughter went back after lockdown and it was COVID secure, I had no worries. My daughter still speaks highly of all the staff and misses them.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens, Manager at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your kind words. What an amazing little girl she is as well!! it was always a pleasure and we know she will go onto school and continue to make you very proud.


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Review from R A (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very caring. My daughter started at 18 months. I was very impressed with the Busy Bees team. They look after them as their own. The food is well nourished and loved by kids. Am happy that seconds is offered to my daughter most times when she requests for more.
The garden area is well
maintained and secured. I love the special days with themes and this year's birthday party was well organised with lots of activities and food for all. Thank you all for your dedication.

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Review from Amanda D (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having had a negative experience putting my son in with a childminder I was incredibly apprehensive about putting him into to childcare again. Aristotots helped put my mind at ease very quickly and I have never looked back.


The environment is fantastic for children. It is structured, they are well

cared for and they are always learning in a fun way. Tapestry is a great system for staying updated.


The staff have always been so caring towards my son, and treat him as if he is part of their own family. I know this isn't just for show because he will happily run to the staff in the mornings for a hug and always says goodbye enthusiastically. They are always willing to listen to what you have to say and have a genuine interest in the wellbeing and development of your child.


The food they serve is great, & the way they encourage the children to feed themselves and to be independent is excellent. My son enjoys the food so much that some days he has 2nds (in the 2-3s area).


I highly recommend!


Reply from Jennifer Stephens at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you for your kind review.


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Review from Monica W (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment we visited Aristotots we loved it. The layout allows children to have their own space to play, explore and develop.
The food is cooked on site and has a beautifully thought out menu. Allergies are taken extremely seriously. The children are constantly learning in new and creative ways.
The events calendar is full! The children are always working towards something and have lots to look forward to, including; sports day, theatre trips, visiting Christmas displays, summer BBQ’s, animal parks, Christmas play and lots more.
The staff put so much thought and energy into everything. They obviously love what they do and their enthusiasm rubs off onto the children. They are skilled, empathetic, dedicated and offer individualised care to each child.
My older child has left the nursery to go to school but misses the nursery and staff immensely. It will be a very sad day when my younger child graduates and we no longer visit the nursery.
I can’t recommend Aristotots enough.

Reply from Jennifer Stephens at Aristotots Nursery School (MK)

Thank you, Monica, for your review :)


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.810)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.810) out of 10 for Aristotots Nursery School (MK) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 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 4.951 for Aristotots Nursery School (MK) is calculated as follows: ( (194 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 204 Ratings = 4.951

  • 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 4.859 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Aristotots Nursery School (MK) is based on 17 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 99 number of registered child places is 19.8. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.8 = 0.859

  • 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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Meet the Team (1)

Amanda

Amanda Massey

Job Title: Nursery Owner

Joined: 2003

Amanda has been working with children for over 25 years. Qualifying in 1989 and working as a Nanny for a number of years before moving in to the nursery sector where she progressed to nursery deputy before making a decision to open up her own nursery school.


Amanda has owned her own nurseries since 2001 and has seen many children thrive within this time.


Qualifications:
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Continuous training in:
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