Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Millennium Centre, 1 Lavender Close, Red Lodge, Bury St Edmunds IP28 8TT
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Care Provided by Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sandra Copping (Operations Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 12
  • Total Places for Children
  • 31
  • Age Range
    • from 1 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

  • Millennium Centre car park.


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Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge Reviews (52)

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Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.926) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge has 52 reviews.

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Review from Georgina P (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 2 year old settled straight into nursery after being so warmly welcomed by the whole team. We both benefited from the settling in sessions, I loved going into the nursery setting, seeing all children in the room happy and looked after. My son always comes out so happy and full of stories about what
him and his teachers and friends have been up to.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Many thanks for this review - it is lovely for our team to know that they are appreciated!


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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children (22 months and 8 months) both go to this setting and thoroughly enjoy being there. Both of my children have settled in very well and my eldest expresses that he looks forward to going to nursery in the mornings. The staff are always very attentive and you can see how much they care for the
children's learning and enjoyment.
I look forward to hearing all that they get up to in the day and never have any concerns going to work knowing that they are being looked after and learning lots.

Reply from Susie Norman, Owner at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate it and will share it with our fabulous Red Lodge team.


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Review from C P (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Extremely happy to have my little one at the 'Nest' of Colourbox Red Lodge. The staff is warm and well-trained, and truly helped my child to settle in. Parents are kept well informed about the food menu and daily activities. The nursery is well equipped inside and outside with plenty of Montessorian
toys for little ones to explore throughout the day. The separate sleeping area is inviting and cozy.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your lovely, positive review. We are so happy to hear how well-settled your little one is, and how supported you feel in their nursery environment by both the staff and the resources that encourage their learning.


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Review from Ryan S (Father of Child) published on 21 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the progress of my child at the nursery. She interacts so very well with children and adults alike. She is very advanced with speech and communication which we put down a great amount to the support and care that’s given at Colourbox. She is very independent and confident in so many
things she tackles as a toddler. Cannot recommend the nursery enough.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review and for your recommendation to other families.


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Review from Jennie V (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I've had three children through Colourbox Montessori School. My youngest finishes this August for school. I have nothing but high recommendations for this setting. The staff are great, the children always come out happy. The staff always seem happy and chirpy. They've been amazing from 2013 to now.
The way they work hasn't changed. So what my oldest learnt through them has been taught to my youngest, even with changes to policies. I love the daily update on the app so you can see what they've been up to when there. Five stars really isn't enough. Keep up the good work.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your thoughtful review and for your recommendation to other parents. We have loved having your family on their learning journeys and are so pleased to hear that your experience has been so fantastic from 2013 all the way to 2024! What a lovely testament to the timelessness of our ethos.


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Review from G S (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attending Sky Room this year. He started the nursery when he was 11 months old and since then we have been always happy and proud of the childcare he has there.
Teachers are full of love and compassion.
The everyday diary is very detailed and each session is previously prepared. Children
are guided to be kind and well-mannered.
I also appreciate the open and honest approach for example if any accidents/falls happen to my son during the day I am always informed.
The updates of children’s development on the app are done every 3/4 months and they are very detailed and professional, I probably would not be able
To describe my son’s progress any better. We know he is in good hands and we are proud of it. Thank You.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your beautiful review. We love to hear how parents perceive our teachers as full of love and compassion and that you feel your child is well cared for.


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Review from R R (Father of Child) published on 19 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child speaks highly of his teachers. Each day he goes in with a smile on his face. We enjoy reading the daily diary and he is so happy when he’s included in the photos. Observations are always very lengthy and detailed on my child’s development. The staff are very caring and have offered lots of
advice on parenting and milestones like potty training. My child has created strong bonds with his teachers and he is learning very quickly since going to Sky Room.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review, we are so delighted to hear about your child's positive journey through their time at Colourbox.


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Review from Lucy P (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have two children attend Colourbox one in Garden House and one in Sky Room. Both have done excellently well. Diaries are very detailed and there are also a lot of lovely photos which is nice to sit down with my toddlers and talk about their days. Observations also appear termly and are very detailed
about their progress and next steps. The resources available are absolutely beautiful with every piece of work having a learning purpose. My children have learnt respect, independence, and practical life skills by the amazing staff teaching them things like washing up, getting themselves ready, serving their own food etc. Staff care deeply about the children and have helped me start potty training and saying goodbye to the dummy. I wouldn’t have my children go anywhere else.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review and for taking the time to leave a thoughtful and heartfelt recommendation to other parents with very young children. We appreciate it.


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Review from J D (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Colourbox in Red Lodge since September 2023. She is so happy in there. Her day is full of various activities she enjoys so much. She adapted there so nicely and the personnel is so friendly, supportive and they take such a good care of my daughter. My son used to go to the same
nursery 5 years ago and if I had more children, I would choose them again.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to leave a thoughtful review. We are so delighted to hear that Colourbox has been your choice for both your children over the years. May you have many more happy memories with us.


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Review from Julie C (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Colourbox for the last year and we have been so thankful for it. He has learned so much and has become incredibly independent. He’s made lovely little friends and learned lots of skills and we are very happy with the overall structure of the school!

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to leave a thoughtful review. We are so delighted to hear how much you have enjoyed the past year with Colourbox, and we hope you make many more happy memories with us.


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Review from Hayley Q (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Colourbox for the past 3 years having been at the preschool world room for the final year and has just finished to start primary school. We are so pleased that we chose to send him to Colourbox. The staff are all so wonderful and friendly and have provided excellent care for our son.
During his time here he learnt so much, from writing skills to equip him for school to learning to get himself dressed, and everything in between. He has made lots of great friends here and I know he will miss everyone that isn’t continuing their journey at the same school.
Our youngest son is still at the nursery, currently in the nest and we can’t praise them enough. The staff are all so caring and my son loves his key worker - his face lights up when she comes to the gate in the mornings and we never have any concerns or worries about him when he is at nursery.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you so much for this heartfelt review, we will be sure to share it with our dedicated Red Lodge team who will appreciate your satisfaction. We wish your son an exceptional next chapter at his new school.


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Review from Ana U (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy with the nursery, good communication from the staff. The staff is very responsive and friendly. Our daughter is really happy to attend and comes back with a smile and newly learned skills. Overall, super positive so far.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear about you and your child's positive experience at Colourbox.


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Review from D M (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot describe how quickly we have watched our daughter grow in confidence since joining Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge. My daughter had attended another branch (also an incredible facility) I was nervous about moving her but the team made it a seamless transition. They have supported my
daughter through several stages of her development which included toilet training they have been fantastic at instilling the same independence we try to instil at home around toilet use. My daughter speaks very fondly of the staff and teachers at the nursery and I appreciate the time they take to feedback, raise any concerns and encourage our daughter's independence and allow for her personality to develop and shine through so that she is not only a valued classmate but also an individual person in her own right.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your great review. I will be sure to pass this on to Colourbox, Red Lodge staff, who will be so proud to be appreciated.


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Review from R R (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has recently started at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge. Their key worker has taken their routine and likes on board and always meets them warmly and talks about going to play with their favourite toys. The thorough daily diaries always show my child to be happily playing with their
key worker which is reassuring. The nursery takes allergies very seriously and makes adjustments to accommodate this.
At the recent parents' evening, it was clear to see that all resources are of high quality and linked to the developmental stage of the children in the room. It is great to see on their social media pages that their staff are so well trained. I feel this setting fosters a gentle parenting approach to deliver the Montessori philosophy which benefits the development of the whole child.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review. Colourbox prides itself on its welcoming Montessori environments, continuous provision and parent partnerships. We are so pleased to hear how happy you are here.


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Review from Melissa R (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was initially apprehensive about sending my firstborn to nursery a little younger than I would have liked to, I needn’t have worried though. My child has grown so much in confidence and their speech has come on leaps and bounds since starting Colourbox. Every time I collect them, they always have
a huge grin on their face and are full of chatter about their day on the way home. It was without hesitation that I enrolled my second child to start at Colourbox next year.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for this lovely review. We look forward to welcoming your second child and having more lovely memories made for you at Colourbox.


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Review from Valeria A (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is excited to be part of this nursery, she has improved all her skills. Perfect place. They dedicated to her time and they are all kind and professional. I can't wait until my little daughter will be part of the nursery as her sister.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for taking the time to write this positive review. We look forward to welcoming 'little sister'.


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Review from L T (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Colourbox has been fabulous at making my little girl feel comfortable at nursery. She only started in February but she gets so excited now when you say she's going to nursery. The staff are great, they always let you know how they've got on that day and they even notice if your little one is a bit out
of sorts which I have never experienced before in a childcare setting. I love seeing all the updates on the app, being able to see what they get up to in their day is lovely. I can't recommend Colourbox enough.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for this thoughtful review. It must be so reassuring to see your little one come into nursery so happy and confident and have that strong relationship with staff where they know your child so well.


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Review from Amy A (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has flourished at Colourbox, his speech has exploded and he’s always happy to go in when we drop him off. I love the Montessori approach which is helping to improve his independence and allowing him to learn through play. The staff are wonderful and make me feel at ease, I’m so pleased
with our decision to send him to Colourbox.

Reply from Simone Nel, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for your review. I will be sure to share this with our wonderful Red Lodge staff team, who will be so thrilled to hear all their hard work, dedication, and passion for childcare is appreciated by you as a parent with your kind words.


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Review from Chelsea T (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves this nursery. Being a lockdown baby I was worried about how he’d cope being away from me, however, I needn’t have worried. He has formed strong attachments to his key workers and often talks about them and the other babies on non-nursery days. When I drive him to the setting
he recognises the journey and will start excitedly shouting about going to nursery. He loves it. Staff take such good care of him and are very vigilant over his allergies. I also love that I can see what he’s been up on the app the nursery use and that I get report updates every term. I couldn’t recommend it more and so glad I chose this setting.

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Review from Lauren C (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loved her time at Colourbox Montessori School and is now moving up to primary school. She is my third child to attend Colourbox preschool setting and I wouldn’t go elsewhere. The teachers are so friendly and welcoming and really look after the children. It’s like a home away from home for
them, they love it!
Sad to see my daughter go but excited for my youngest to come up!

Reply from Sandra Copping, Operations Manager at Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

Thank you for coming back to us with each of your lovely children. The staff appreciate your fabulous review.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.926)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.926) out of 10 for Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge 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 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.926 for Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (202 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.926

  • 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 - Red Lodge is based on 18 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 31 number of registered child places is 6.2, which has been reached with 18 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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Awards / Recognitions (2)

Top 20 Small Nursery Groups 2022

Recipient: Colourbox Montessori School Ltd

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

Top 20 Small Nursery Groups 2021

Recipient: Colourbox Montessori School Ltd

Date: Friday 28 May 2021 More details

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Frequently Asked Questions about Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge

What is the Age Range of Children that Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge accepts?

Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge accepts Children aged from 1 year 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge Open?

Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge is open: 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.

How many Children does Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge have capacity for?

Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge has capacity for a total of 31 Children.

How far is Colourbox Montessori School - Red Lodge to the centre of Bury St Edmunds?

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

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