Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Lady Wolverton Pavillion, Adastral Close, Newmarket CB8 0PX
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Care Provided by Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Simone Nel (Operations Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 30
  • Total Places for Children
  • 96
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays
  • Parking

  • Parking at Newmarket Leisure Centre and Adastral Close car park.


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Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket Reviews (73)

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Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.677) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket has 73 reviews.

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Review from Christina P (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Colourbox since she was 18 months old. She settled well and I was immediately impressed by the care she received. They really do stick to the Montessori methods and the first school is wonderful. She is now nearly 4 and readying herself for school this year. Her teachers have
all been very supportive through some difficult times and I’m sure this support has helped to keep her emotionally well. Three members of staff have been particularly kind, although I have been impressed by the dedication of all staff I’ve encountered. Even the office staff are helpful and effective. They’ve managed the Covid situation well and minimised disruption. I couldn’t have asked for a better start to my daughter's education and have no hesitation in recommending Colourbox Newmarket.

Reply from Sandra Copping, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Thank you for such a fabulous review, we are very proud to be an OfSTED Outstanding Montessori setting.


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Review from Cheryl C (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had children at Colourbox Newmarket since 2014. We couldn’t be happier with our experience: the nursery provides a fantastic environment for children with wonderful staff. Our children have thrived in their care and thanks to them are confident, independent little people.

Reply from Sandra Copping, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Thank you for your wonderful review, the teams in every room will love reading this, thank you.


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

We have been sending our son to Colourbox for over 1.5 years and we’ve always been very happy with them. The baby room (The Nest) was so understanding of his needs, rocking him to sleep every naptime as he was used to breastfeeding for naps at home. They also helped us deal with the stress of a very
upset baby at dropoff, making sure we knew he was having a lovely day after the first few minutes. When he moved up to the toddler room (Garden Room) he seemed to come out of his shell a bit more but we were pleased that staff gave him lots of comfort and support. He learnt to nap on the mat with them and we are still astounded and glad! Recently he’s moved up to Ocean room and they have been very kind and encouraging, helping him adjust to a different room, building and garden area, and reassuring us that he is doing well.
During COVID-19 changes they have communicated with us very well. We are very happy with them and he will stay there until school. I couldn’t recommend them more.

Reply from Sandra Copping, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Thank you for such a wonderful recommendation for our baby and toddler rooms. Once your little one is old enough we would love a review for our 3-5 rooms too. Can’ wait!


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Review from Dan N (Father of Child) published on 18 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery and our little boy has been made to feel part of the Colourbox family instantly and he has so much more confidence and character about him. His speech and other skills have come on leaps and bounds. Couldn’t recommend more highly.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review - this means a lot to our amazing staff team!


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

Since going to the nursery, my child has learned a lot of new things, the staff are really good and friendly and take care of him. I am very happy that I chose this nursery. Thank you very much for everything.

Reply from Sandra Copping, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Thank you for your lovely review, we all love learning new skills.


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

My daughter has settled in really well at Colourbox. She is already learning so much and enjoying being more independent. The staff have all been very kind and professional.
My daughter tells me that she “had so much fun” every time I pick her up.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

We really appreciate you taking the time to write such a lovely review - it's our wonderful staff team that makes us such a happy place for children to play and learn!


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

My little boy started here in January. He is normally very clingy and upset for us to leave him when confronted with a new environment and new people. It’s his second week there and instead of cuddling to us and crying when we leave, he strolls in on his own, carrying his own backpack and is excited
to see his peers and nursery staff. We have been so impressed with the look of the nursery, the welcoming staff and lovely atmosphere within. I would highly recommend this nursery to friends and family, it’s hard to leave your babies but it makes it so much easier when they go somewhere that they love.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

We are so delighted to receive your review - it means a lot to our staff team that you think so highly of us!


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Review from Emilie H (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As soon as I walked into Colourbox, I knew it was special and for me, it was head and shoulders above any other nursery I had seen. The staff are warm, caring and fun and the rooms are beautifully set out and inviting for children. The atmosphere always seems full of excitement, yet calm and peaceful.
The forest school (Country Club) is amazing. Having looked for similar nurseries in other areas and found nothing that comes close to Colourbox, I can honestly say this place is a gem and I feel incredibly lucky to be able to send my child here.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Your review is very much appreciated - we know that the children love to be at our nursery but it is so lovely to hear from a parent's point of view!


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Review from Rachel M (Mother of Child) published on 13 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Colourbox looked after my children over the past five years. Both girls have loved their time there. They get to do such a wide range of activities, indoors and outside in the amazing Forest School. Local teachers tell me they can tell the children who went to Colourbox. They arrive at school used
to structure and class rules, with noticeably good attention spans. Montessori nurseries place great importance on self-reliance so the kids start school having learned to read their own names and do up their own shoes and coats. When my daughter was two, she was showing other children at the library the magic coat technique! This year (2020) the nursery has managed to stay open throughout the whole of the pandemic - a real achievement. Staff are dedicated, highly trained and proactive when circumstances require a new approach. They are also equipped to provide excellent care for children with additional needs. I'd recommend them.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

This is such a great review - thank you for taking the time to write these details - it is very useful for other parents who may be looking for 'just the right setting' for their child.


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Review from Helen C (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My girls started at Colourbox Newmarket in September after their last nursery sadly closed. The transition was smooth, all the staff in both rooms we have experience with (Garden house for my youngest and World room for my oldest) have been friendly, warm and welcoming from the start and the children
there are so friendly too. The way the curriculum is organised and delivered is brilliant. My oldest comes home every day and tells us something new she’s learned. Her communication skills and her interest in the world around us, has improved so much. My youngest is learning new words daily and has learned other ways to communicate. She too has a fantastic curiosity and enthusiasm for learning now. Above everything, the best part of Colourbox Newmarket is the forest school. All classrooms are free-flow to outside play areas anyway, but the forest school area is like nothing I’ve ever seen anywhere else - it’s like a classroom in the woods. Trees, bugs, dens, firepit, everything a young explorer needs.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Apologies for the delay in thanking you for this review - we have only just started to use this site. It is very kind of you to take time out of a busy day to recommend us!


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Review from Jose B (Father of Child) published on 4 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We've been with the nursery for not too long, but I can safely say it is really above and beyond other places. The facilities and concept are fantastic, it is designed to get children loving and respecting nature from such an early age. The staff are very loving and accommodating. Education level and
variety of activities also stand out. It is a truly great nursery, hats off.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

We have only just started to use this site, so please accept our apologies for not having thanked you earlier for this lovely review! It is very kind of you to take the time to recommend us!


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Review from Emma S (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I adore your nurseries. You gave both my babies the best start to education and I can’t talk highly enough of Colourbox. Wishing you all the best for Christmas and a safe new year to all your team and families.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

We are most grateful for your lovely review! Apologies for the delay in acknowledging it, but we have just started to use this site.


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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter absolutely loves attending here twice a week. The staff are great. Fantastic management and we feel that our daughter is in the best hands. The staff are compassionate and caring but are also very engaging with the children. Our daughter is always kept busy. The days are structured but
the children have a lot of choice on what activities they do. There is a country club that they have a choice to go to each session, and it is absolutely fantastic. A huge open space with lots of different activities to explore and learn. The country club has it's own specially trained staff too. We get daily updates and weekly menus. Every meal is cooked by an in house pastry chef. We have used a different nursery previously that closed because of the Covid outbreak, but we wouldn't take our daughter anywhere else now.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

Such a lovely review for which we are very grateful! Please accept our sincere apologies for the delay in answering it but we have only just started to use this site.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.677)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.677) out of 10 for Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 38 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 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 4.677 for Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket is calculated as follows: ( (367 Excellents x 5) + (50 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) + (12 Poors x 2) + (7 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 452 Ratings = 4.677

  • 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 Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket is based on 34 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 96 number of registered child places is 19.2, which has been reached with 34 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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