Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

601a Hatfield Road, Smallford, St Albans AL4 0HL
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  • Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road, St Albans
At Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road children enjoy a range of indoor and outdoor activities, in place to support creativity and positive intellectual and physical development as they approach full-time education.

There is a focus on social development to ensure that language and communication can thrive within the setting, with six bright and spacious rooms for each age group to enjoy.

Nutritious menus demonstrate a commitment to healthy lifestyles and staff aspire to show continual improvement in their standards of professionalism.

The nursery received 'Outstanding' from Ofsted in 2017.

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Care Provided by Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Ramesh Assadi (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 34
  • Total Places for Children
  • 65
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:15
    Tuesday 07:00-18:15
    Wednesday 07:00-18:15
    Thursday 07:00-18:15
    Friday 07:00-18:15
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

  • Full Day 7.30am-6.15pm:


    - 0-2 Year olds - £114.50
    - 2-3 Year olds - £114.50
    - 3-5 Year olds - £92.50

  • Please see our website for fee information as it changes every September.
    Fees will include all meals, drinks and snacks prepared on site by our Nursery Chef.
    Sibling Discounts also available (Terms & Conditions apply)


    Additional Information:
    There is a non-refundable Registration Fee payable to secure your place of £100
    £50 of this fee will be credited to the first invoice issued to you following your child’s start date.
    Fees are based on 52 weeks per year, paid monthly in advance
    A minimum booking of 2 sessions per week is required
    Minimum Notice requirements apply, see Terms and Conditions
    No refunds will be given for sickness or holidays.
    Fees are subject to review in accordance with the Terms and Conditions
    V09.24
    7.00am start is available at no extra charge on a pre-bookable basis only

Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road Reviews (115)

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Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road has a Review Score of 10 (9.969) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road has 115 reviews.

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Review from B V (Uncle of Child) published on 10 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My niece has been attending nursery here for over a year and everyday she comes home with a smile on her face. The staff are caring, attentive and have helped my niece come out of her shell. Highly recommend.

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Review from Risha V (Aunt of Child) published on 10 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My niece has attended this nursery for over a year and she absolutely loves it. Whenever we ask her about her day, she gets so excited to tell us everything. Every morning she gets up early and is eager to get ready and go to nursery, she patiently waits by the door with her Simba teddy, ready to leave.
The staff have been amazing and have helped to boost her confidence and ability to express herself. Highly recommend!

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Review from Gulya I (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful staff and great facilities, including lovely outside space. The staff have been amazing this past year, and especially during such difficult and ever-changing circumstances. My children are very happy at this nursery.

Reply from Ramesh Assadi, Manager at Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

Thank you for your review of Hatfield Road.
Our Vision is; to give every child the best start in life.
And Our Mission is; deliver high-quality childcare and exciting opportunities for learning that gives every child a head start as they prepare for school.


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Review from Jessi V (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We cannot recommend St Albans Nursery & Montessori Pre-School enough. Our daughter has been attending there for a year now and loves every moment of it. The staff are very friendly, caring and nurturing towards the children.

Reply from Ramesh Assadi, Manager at Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

Thank you for your reviews. The team work very hard to make sure children are happy, safe and to develop their knowledge that children need to be prepared for their future success.


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Review from Yasser A (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery has been great for our daughter. We are very happy with everything. The team have been fantastic! They take their time to get to know your child and help them with their needs. Would recommend it to others.

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Review from Pravin V (Grandfather of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our granddaughter really likes her nursery. Whenever we ask her how was her day at nursery, her face lights up with a smile. They have helped her gain confidence, as she was very, very shy before she started. Keep up the good work you are doing with the children.

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Review from Jonathan G (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Every single member of staff is so attentive, caring and kind, resulting in my daughter looking forward to going to the nursery every day and leaving with a smile on her face. The detailed handover at the end of every day, along with regular milestone/development reports, is really useful in seeing
progress made under their care. My daughter has developed so much, and I can’t thank every member of the team enough for everything they have done for her. Best nursery around!

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Review from James L (Father of Child) published on 2 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of our girls currently attend, and our son attended here prior to starting school. They have all been huge fans of attending, and it has given a wonderful balance to our child care arrangements alongside having a nanny. The girls often talk about their friends, so the socialisation element is clear.
The nursery/pre-school has coped really well with the pandemic, implementing excellent controls (pick up and drop off is socially distant, masked and has temperature check), and the girls have adapted seamlessly. They still provide great feedback on all of the girls' activities and food, as well as recording observations and developmental assessments via the app. There are a wide variety of activities that embrace so many aspects of the world, and the girls are always keen to share what they have been up to. The recent upgrades to the garden space are, I'm sure, a great addition to make them accessible pretty much all year round now, too.

Reply from Ramesh Assadi, Manager at Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

Thank you for your review, the team are working very hard to make sure children in our care are happy, safe, and the overall aim is to provide all children with the knowledge and skills for what comes next and ultimately to become educated citizens. This is so important in the early years as what children learn in those vital first years of life will stay with them forever.


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Review from Fiona O (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My eldest started in January 2019 at the age of one, and my youngest has just started, now also age one. I absolutely love the nursery, and it’s so nice hearing about it from my eldest, who can’t wait to go every day! My youngest has settled in incredibly well, especially considering she had never been
apart from my husband or me before. The staff are so warm and attentive, getting to know each child individually and give regular updates on their activities and progress. The activities they do vary greatly and are not only age-specific but based on the child’s interests too. Both of my girls have dairy allergies, and the nursery is very accommodating and helpful with it - in fact, the food they offer at nursery is amazing!

Reply from Ramesh Assadi, Manager at Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

Thank you for your lovely review, as you know, our vision is to give every child the best start in life, and our mission is to deliver high-quality childcare and exciting opportunities for learning that gives every child a head start as they prepare for school.


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Review from Nikiyah R (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was quite uncertain about putting my son in the nursery, but when I went to the open day and saw how lovely the staff and children were. it reassured me. My son has only been attending the nursery for 5-months, and I can see how much he’s improved with a lot of things. I can honestly say my son always
wakes up early to attend nursery, and when he sees the staff, it’s nothing but smiles and laugher. The staff are absolutely amazing, and I’m thankful that my child has not only found a great educational establishment but also, lovely children and staff to grow with.

Reply from Ramesh Assadi, Manager at Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

Thank you for your review, and we are glad your son is happy at Busy Bees Hatfield Road as
Our Vision is:
To give every child the best start in life.
And Our Mission is:
Deliver high-quality childcare and exciting opportunities for learning that gives every child a head start as they prepare for school.


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Review from Katie R (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 5-year-old son went through this nursery, and they prepared him so well for school. My 20-month-old son has now completed his first year at the nursery, and he loves it. The staff care very much about the children and work hard for them. They do great activities and also take care of his dairy intolerance.
The manager is great and caring, and the whole team have worked brilliantly adjusting to covid measures. All of the staff contribute and get to know the kids, even if they aren’t in their own room. I’m very grateful and would recommend this nursery very much.

Reply from Ramesh Assadi, Manager at Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

Thank you for your lovely review.
Our vision is to give every child the best start in life.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality childcare and exciting opportunities for learning that gives every child a head start as they prepare for school.


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

Our daughter started nursery when she was 9-months-old (two mornings a week). As she was born during the lockdown, she didn't see many kids, the nursery was a whole new experience. After only two weeks, she was already more independent and really enjoyed her time in the nursery and playing with other
kids. The staff are very helpful, and the girls from the baby room always keep me updated. Even through these hard times, they do everything to keep the little ones safe.

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Review from Natalie W (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is fairly new to St Albans Nursery & Montessori Pre-School, but a month in, and she has officially told me that she loves nursery more than home! She goes three days a week and cannot wait to go. And when she's not there, she is telling me all about it - the friends she has made, her lovely
teachers and the fun things they do.
She is in the pre-school class, having been at a childminder since she was 16-months. I think this is the perfect step for her as she has a bit more structure to her day and is thriving on spending time with more children.
I feel that she has had the warmest welcome from the moment she took her first step through the door, and it feels like every member of staff knows her, knows us and most importantly, cares.
It gives me such comfort as a working Mum to know that she is having such a wonderful, enriching day and is being looked after so well.

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Review from Olivia B (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending the Montessori Pre-School since she turned three and she adores it. The nursery is a fun, caring, warm environment and everyone who works there is welcoming and engaging. There are always new and interesting activities for the kids and the key workers keep us regularly
updated on the highlights of the day. Extra care has been taken this year to manage covid and I feel my daughter is in a clean and safe environment attending the nursery. We're so happy we're signing our son up too!

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Review from Ajit (Father of Child) published on 3 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Professional and very clean environment. Staff are brilliant and great to ensure that the communication is flowing through. Creative learning and keep the parents aware of kids' progress or what they are working on. Ensures kids are kept safe during this pandemic of checking temperatures, gloves, masks,
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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a wonderful nursery with excellent management and professional yet fun and engaging staff. The attention to detail stands out a mile and sets it apart from others in the area. I would not hesitate to recommend!

Reply from Ramesh Assadi, Manager at Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road

Thank you for your review, and I am glad you like our friendly, warm, caring nursery.


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Review from Simona S (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved in St Albans 3 weeks before lockdown in March, so my daughter attended the pre-school for only 3 weeks. Going back to the nursery after the lockdown, the staff were amazing to accommodate my daughter. The nursery's managers and staff in the pre-school are so dedicated and care so much for children.
They prepare amazing activities for children.

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Review from Marc S (Father of Child) published on 15 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great environment, fun staff with a broad demographic of kids makes this a fantastic place for our daughter to develop. Overall we are very happy with the nursery and facilities. We are always greeted with a warm welcome at the start for the day and a nice update on what has been going on at the end
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Review from Tracy D (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The manager and her team offer an outstanding setting for babies and preschool children. My child attended from 14months until he joined ‘big’ school and loved his time at the Montessori Pre-School.
The team took the very best care of my son, the meals are home-cooked and delicious. My child has come
away as an independent boy with a passion for learning, friendships and activities.

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Review from Seema S H (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended Busy Bee's Montessori for 2 years and has always had a happy and creative day there. The staff are extremely caring to their students and provide feedback whenever requested. The staff are extremely friendly and caring, always smiling and happy to help. I could not have chosen a
better nursery for my son. As he transitions to school he will dearly miss busy bees and all the staff.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.969)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.969) out of 10 for Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road 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 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.969 for Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road is calculated as follows: ( (185 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 191 Ratings = 4.969

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Montessori by Busy Bees St Albans Hatfield Road is based on 16 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 65 number of registered child places is 13, which has been reached with 16 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Ramesh

Ramesh Assadi

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2013

I have worked in childcare for over 30 years. I have a degree in Early Childhood Studies and level 5 in Leadership and Management.
I take pride in working for Busy Bees and have truly enjoyed my time since 2013.


I am also the safeguarding designated officer. I am very passionate about working with children and families.


I lead a well qualified and dedicated team of staff who, like myself, have a real passion for working with children and supporting them through the learning journey and development.
As a manager, I take great pride in leading my team to ensure that every single child within our care is given the best possible care during their early years.


I look forward to welcoming you to our warm, friendly and caring nursery.


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