Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery

Chapel Road, Ashley Cross, Poole BH14 0JU
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9.4 48 Reviews
  • Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery, Poole
Ashley Cross Montessori is an amazing day nursery in the Poole area with an 'Outstanding' Ofsted report in all areas (June 2019).

Ashley Cross Montessori is the perfect place for children from 6 months to 5 years to take their first brave steps outside of the family home.

The team is there to make your child's early years experience one in which they thrive and enjoy their experience with an experienced nurturing team who are either qualified in Montessori education or Early Years.

All the children have been given the foundation of social, emotional, practical and academic skills to have the very best future.

In September 2020, the nursery opened its Bambini room for children aged 6 months to 2 years.

Please call to arrange a visit.

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Care Provided by Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kasia Mistrzak (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 14
  • Total Places for Children
  • 36
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 6 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-17:00
    Tuesday 08:00-17:00
    Wednesday 08:00-17:00
    Thursday 08:00-17:00
    Friday 08:00-17:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery

  • Bambini Room ( 0-2 Years) £73 a day - full days only.
    Children’s House (2, 3 and 4 year olds) £66 a day - full day.
    Please contact the nursery for availability of half day sessions.

  • 2, 3 & 4 years funding available.
  • Parking

  • Free off road and on road parking


Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery Reviews (48)

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9.4

Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.377) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery has 48 reviews.

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Review from Polly L (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter had a difficult start to her nursery life as her settling in days happened just before lockdown. She returned to nursery in September and after lockdown, where she didn’t socialise much at all, she struggled, but Ashley Cross Montessori have been fantastic and she is so settled there now.
They really are wonderful and so caring with the children. I love how laid back it feels even with all the Covid precautions. Our daughter has such fun and is learning so much with the nursery. I would recommend it to all.

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Review from Jonathan D (Father of Child) published on 27 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A fantastic place for any child to start their learning. Our little boy is just leaving after 2 wonderful years (to go to school) and we would highly recommend the Nursery and the Team to anyone looking for excellent childcare and education. The team are really patient and really care about the children
and we also really benefited from their experience and knowledge. Our little boy was born premature so we are always trying to benchmark his development to ensure he is OK and their feedback, advice and support was fantastic. Thank you to everyone involved!

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Review from C G (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful nursery, a bright open plan space with lots of interesting educational tools for little ones. Really warm and welcoming staff. My little one has severe allergies and they have really taken it seriously, which makes me feel like he is in a safe place. Most of all my son loves it and has learned
and developed so much. He doesn't want to come home at the end of the day!

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Review from Clare K (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough! My daughter attended there for two years before starting school in September.
She was extremely happy there. The staff were very friendly and caring to her and to us and prepared her very well for school (mainly through play) without her or us even realising!
The staff were also very professional. Our daughter had a history of febrile convulsions and she had a fit whilst in their care. They rang for an ambulance and contacted us immediately. I liked that the teachers were mixed in age, sex and ethnicity - I was very impressed that my daughter learnt how to count in French and Spanish whilst at nursery.

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Review from Victoria (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter went to Ashley Cross Montessori for 18 months before leaving to start school. The nursery is a welcoming, caring and nurturing environment where staff treat every child as an individual. My daughter was so happy at the nursery and she adored the people who work there. The nursery encourage
independence and important life skills, they allow children to learn, grow and explore at their own pace. The nursery is 100% child-led which means children are not forced into activities they don’t want to do but gently encouraged to try new things, explore nature and experiment with ingredients and craft materials. They leave feeling confident and having an amazing understanding about the world around them. I cannot praise the nursery enough and am so grateful for the time that my daughter spent with them.

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Review from Angela H (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot fault the nursery in any way. They are nurturing, helpful to both parents and kids, accommodating and friendly. The setting is clean, beautiful and stimulating. My twins went to the nursery for a year and a half and I saw them go from strength to strength. The school transition was excellent
and they are now thriving in school, are independent and confident. I couldn't ask for more.

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Review from Mark W (Father of Child) published on 3 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter who is 2 has been going to Ashley Cross Montessori since August, The team there were amazing at getting her settled and she absolutely loves going now. She often talks about staff members and her friends over the weekend and is always excited about going.


Since starting there her vocabulary,

imagination, counting, confidence and understanding of language have come on amazingly, and whilst she has always been a good puzzle solver she will now tell us what she's doing when she works on a puzzle.


The team are brilliant, very friendly and welcoming and always available to talk through things if needs be. They update tapestry regularly which really helps us get a window into her world and lets us see what she is learning.


We are extremely happy with every element of Ashley Cross Montessori, and after visiting several pre-schools beforehand we know we made the right choice sending her here.


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Review from Nina S (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery! Super clean and fun! My 3yr old daughter settled in instantly and is learning so many new things. She loves her time at nursery, enjoys making things and painting. All the staff are so friendly, it’s no surprise the children are all lovely and kind??

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Review from Zara H (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves going to Ashley cross Montessori.
She comes out smiling every time she comes out.
She always asks that she wants to go to play school every day and looks forward to going back when she isn’t in that day she always talks about the teachers on how nice they are.


It’s amazing how

they teach the children and what they do. Baking bread and teaching them different things on a learning basis.


I highly recommend Ashley cross Montessori such a great bunch of people and make you feel very welcoming.


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Review from Sarah F (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Before our son joined nursery he was very clingy, shy and reluctant to play with other children. He really wasn't happy with the prospect of going to nursery, but within a few weeks he had settled in and the highlight of our day was him telling us everything he had done there, from gardening to numbers
to baking. His confidence grew and he became far more sociable.


Whilst our daughter had gone to Ashley Cross Montessori a few years earlier and thrived, she is a very confident extrovert, so it was great to know that the nursery is responsive to all personalities. We found the nursery staff and manager very supportive of the children (and parents!) and we were sad when it was time for our son to leave and go to school. However, I know that our son has benefited hugely from his experience at Ashley Cross Montessori, and the life skills and confidence he took from this has helped his transition to school.


Both our children have great memories of their nursery and still ask to visit.


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Review from Sarah O (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started here when he was 2 and left if August 2018 when he started school. The staff are very professional and friendly and my son loved the 3 years he spent there. They picked up on and worked on his weak points encouraging him to and keep us up dated every step of the way. I could not be happier.

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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves her time at the nursery. It is a lovely, calm and welcoming environment for her to be in. This is a very special place and I have seen my daughter flourish.

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Review from Aron L (Father of Child) published on 28 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my child has been attending this nursery, the school and its staff have gone above and beyond for our family.


They have taken a genuine interest in our son and have helped point us in the right direction to help further his development.


We are so pleased to have our son and hopefully his

brother someday soon, attend this school because we firmly believe in the Montessori way and the lovely staff at the school embody that.


To see our son be so happy to attend this school and be so welcomed each and every morning, we could not feel more confident and happy that he is in a fantastic learning environment!


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Review from Judith V (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We love the open space for children to play in. They spend a lot of time outdoors whatever the weather and there is space for relaxing. Children learn through play and learn to tidy away before starting something else. They help with everyday tasks such as washing, cooking, setting the table. I feel
my child is safe and well looked after whilst we are at work.

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Review from Katie (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great Montessori nursery with lovely staff who go above and beyond to nurture and accommodate my little boy. Great facilities for natural open-ended play as well as structured activities. Staff keep us updated via our son's tapestry account as well as in personal meetings. Very happy we sent our little
boy here.

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Review from Kayleigh B (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am so thankful to have found such an amazing nursery for my 2 year old son after moving to the area in September 2016. As soon as I visited I immediately knew it was the perfect nursery and my son started within two weeks. They have exceeded my expectation since he started at the end of September
2016.
Since then my son has developed so much, he settled in immediately thanks to all of the staff who are so attentive and care so much about all the children and their parents. he gets so excited about going to "his school" and I am relaxed and confident that he is in great hands.
In a short time (2 months) they have worked to build his confidence, independence and knowledge. Before he started we suspected he was "red/green" colour blind & they have worked with him in a way that suits his learning style so he can now recognise red and green. this is just one example of the many things they have taught my son.
I cannot thank the nursery and all the staff enough. I highly recommend them to all.

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Review from Daniel (Father of Child) published on 14 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent school where our daughter has enjoyed attending since joining in May this year. They made our family feel welcome and our daughter always looks forward to attending. The Montessori equipment is good quality and well managed.

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Review from Lynette C (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I absolutely love Ashley Cross Montessori! My youngest daughter currently attends and my eldest (who is now 8) attended from age 2 to nearly 5. I have always been impressed with the staff and pleased that there is not a big turnover, in fact, most of the staff there now were there 6 years ago. The
facilities are excellent and safety of the children a priority. Both my children have loved attending, with my eldest always asking to visit in the school holidays. The atmosphere is very welcoming, calm and homely for the children. The use of everyday items is a brilliant learning tool for the children. Both my children have flourished in their care, I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone!

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Review from Anita C (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The environment is truly beautiful, tidy and clean.
Each member of staff is very caring and kind. From the first moment my twins were loved and cared for. When they needed a hug or a long cuddle there were always a free pair of arms for them as long as they needed it.
The children are learning through
play. There are no little cars, dollies and any of the classic toys but didactic equipment.
The children have the opportunity to do the washing up, they can cook and bake, they can cut up their own snacks.
For the parents there is always a listening ear who wouldn't just listen but help with advice any time you ask. The teachers are very patient with potty training they work together with the parents. My children and I are love this nursery. The only downside it is pricey, especially when you are not eligible for the 2-year-old funding and you have to pay a service charge on top of the hourly rate. Other nurseries offer sibling discount but it is not an option here.

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Review from Isabella (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has a great time at Montessori Ashley Cross, his curiosity and his inclinations are supported and foster in this friendly and joyful environment. The staff are very careful and I really appreciate the Montessori ethos of the nursery, with its tidiness that supports creativity. My daughter is
turning two in a few months, and I cannot wait for her to join the cheerful crew!

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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.377)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.377) out of 10 for Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 6 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 4.944 for Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (68 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.944

  • 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 4.433 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery is based on 6 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 = 3.6

    • 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 36 number of registered child places is 7.2. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 7.2 = 0.833

  • 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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