Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham is set within a warm, characterful building on Welham Street, offering a welcoming, home from home environment where children feel safe, settled, and part of a close knit nursery community. The setting provides care for children from three months through to school age.
Inside, the nursery has a homely, relaxed layout with thoughtfully arranged play and learning areas that support children’s development in a natural and...
Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham is set within a warm, characterful building on Welham Street, offering a welcoming, home from home environment where children feel safe, settled, and part of a close knit nursery community. The setting provides care for children from three months through to school age.
Inside, the nursery has a homely, relaxed layout with thoughtfully arranged play and learning areas that support children’s development in a natural and flexible way. Children are able to move between activities throughout the day, exploring a range of open ended resources that encourage curiosity, confidence, and independence.
The environment is calm and nurturing, with cosy spaces available for quieter moments, rest, and small group interactions. Staff create a reassuring atmosphere where strong relationships and consistent routines help children feel secure and supported.
Learning is embedded through play, with activities designed around children’s interests and developmental needs. This encourages early communication, social skills, and problem solving in a way that feels engaging and unpressured.
Outdoors, children benefit from a dedicated garden space that supports active play and hands on exploration. With opportunities for physical activity, imaginative play, and interaction with natural materials, children are encouraged to extend their learning beyond the indoor environment.
Overall, Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham offers a caring and homely setting where children are supported as individuals, nurtured through strong relationships, and encouraged to grow in confidence through meaningful play and everyday learning experiences.
Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.194) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham has 8 reviews.
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Review from V B (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Our son has had a wonderful experience at the nursery. The staff are kind, caring, and genuinely dedicated to the children's wellbeing and development. They created a warm and welcoming environment where he felt safe, happy, and excited to learn every day.
We really appreciated the excellent...
Our son has had a wonderful experience at the nursery. The staff are kind, caring, and genuinely dedicated to the children's wellbeing and development. They created a warm and welcoming environment where he felt safe, happy, and excited to learn every day.
We really appreciated the excellent communication with parents and the support our family received throughout his time at the nursery. As a family who moved to the UK from Ukraine, this kindness and understanding meant a great deal to us. Our son has grown in confidence, made lovely friendships, and developed many new skills thanks to the encouragement and patience of the team. We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all the staff for everything they have done for our family. We highly recommend this nursery to other parents.
↩Reply from Charley Worcester, Marketing Executive at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We are truly honoured to have been part of your family's journey and are delighted to hear that your son has had such a positive experience with us. Creating a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child and family feels supported is at...
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We are truly honoured to have been part of your family's journey and are delighted to hear that your son has had such a positive experience with us. Creating a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child and family feels supported is at the heart of everything we do. It is wonderful to know that your son has grown in confidence, built friendships and developed new skills during his time with us. Your kind words mean so much to our team, and we are incredibly grateful for your recommendation. We wish your family all the very best for the future.
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Review from Kiesha C (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My son has only been at the nursery for a month but his speech has come on phenomenally and the nursery has definitely aided to that massively. His imagination and creativity as well as his motor skills has also improved. The nursery have encouraged my child to eat new foods he wouldn't usually...
My son has only been at the nursery for a month but his speech has come on phenomenally and the nursery has definitely aided to that massively. His imagination and creativity as well as his motor skills has also improved. The nursery have encouraged my child to eat new foods he wouldn't usually such as oranges. Absolute amazing staff they are all so kind and brilliant at keeping me up to date with what my child is up to at school.
↩Reply from Charley Worcester, Marketing Executive at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear how much progress your son has made in such a short time with us. Supporting children's speech, creativity, imagination and confidence is such an important part of their early years journey, and it is fantastic to know you have...
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear how much progress your son has made in such a short time with us. Supporting children's speech, creativity, imagination and confidence is such an important part of their early years journey, and it is fantastic to know you have seen such positive changes. We are also pleased that our team has been able to encourage him to try new foods and keep you updated on all the exciting things he gets up to during his nursery days. Thank you for your kind words and for trusting us to be part of his development.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My child has been attending Ashbourne for maybe 2 months now, the difference in my child from before he started to now is amazing, and that is down to the nursery and all the development and learning they have done with him. They involve us in everything and update us whilst he is at his sessions....
My child has been attending Ashbourne for maybe 2 months now, the difference in my child from before he started to now is amazing, and that is down to the nursery and all the development and learning they have done with him. They involve us in everything and update us whilst he is at his sessions. I can't comment much on the food as he doesn't eat much there (through no fault of theirs) I'd highly recommend this nursery to anyone; the quiet, friendly, homely environment is why we chose it.
↩Reply from Charley Worcester, Marketing Executive at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear how much progress your child has made since joining us and that you have noticed such a positive difference in their development. Building strong partnerships with families is incredibly important to us, so...
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear how much progress your child has made since joining us and that you have noticed such a positive difference in their development. Building strong partnerships with families is incredibly important to us, so we're pleased you feel involved and well-informed throughout your child's time at nursery. It's also lovely to know our warm, friendly and homely environment helped make your decision. Thank you for your recommendation and for trusting us to be part of your child's early years journey.
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Review from V J (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2025 Submitted via Website•
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We couldn't be happier with our experience at Ashbourne Day Nurseries Grantham. From the very first day, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, caring, and attentive-not just to the children, but to the parents as well. It's clear that the team truly loves what they do.
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We couldn't be happier with our experience at Ashbourne Day Nurseries Grantham. From the very first day, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, caring, and attentive-not just to the children, but to the parents as well. It's clear that the team truly loves what they do.
The environment is bright, safe, and engaging, with plenty of age-appropriate toys, learning materials, and outdoor playtime.
Communication is excellent-we're always kept up to date with what our child has been doing each day, and any questions or concerns are responded to quickly and thoughtfully.
We feel very lucky to have found such a nurturing and supportive place. Thank you to all the wonderful staff at Ashbourne Day Nurseries Grantham for the love and care you give every day. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a safe and happy space for their little one!
↩Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're thrilled to hear that your child has settled in so well and that our team's care, attention, and communication have made a positive difference for your family. It's fantastic to know that you feel supported and happy with your experience, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
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Review from P L (Mother of Child) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Very happy with my son's nursery choice so far. They made lots of effort to settle him in and make sure he was ok before I returned to work during my maternity leave. All questions are always answered and they try their best to accommodate my son's routine so he's almost home from home! He's bonded...
Very happy with my son's nursery choice so far. They made lots of effort to settle him in and make sure he was ok before I returned to work during my maternity leave. All questions are always answered and they try their best to accommodate my son's routine so he's almost home from home! He's bonded very well with the staff and always seems happy. I receive regular updates throughout the day so I know everything that's happening. All the staff are kind, welcoming and put you at ease. Thank you all for looking after my boy :)
↩Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear that your son has settled in well and feels happy and comfortable with us. It's wonderful to know that our team's care, communication, and attention to his routine have helped make the transition smoother for you both. We truly appreciate your kind words and trust in us to look after him.
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Review from Kayleigh D (Mother of Child) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Website•
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100% recommend Ashbourne Day Nursery - Grantham. My little girl has been with them since she was 6 months old. Watching her develop and grow as a person since being with this nursery is unbelievable. Staff are very supportive and accommodating especially as my daughter was in a hip spica cast from...
100% recommend Ashbourne Day Nursery - Grantham. My little girl has been with them since she was 6 months old. Watching her develop and grow as a person since being with this nursery is unbelievable. Staff are very supportive and accommodating especially as my daughter was in a hip spica cast from 3-6 months.
↩Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
Thank you for your wonderful review and recommendation. We're so pleased to hear how much your little girl has grown and thrived since joining us. It means a lot to know that our team's care and support made a positive difference, especially during her time in the hip spica cast. We truly value your trust and kind words.
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Review from Alex B (Father of Child) published on 19 August 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My son was in attendance here for one day a week. but they kept sending him home. First for being understaffed, then it was too hot/understaffed. The final straw was receiving a phone call and being told my son might have 'ringworm or foot and mouth'. They were a couple insect bites, i knew he had...
My son was in attendance here for one day a week. but they kept sending him home. First for being understaffed, then it was too hot/understaffed. The final straw was receiving a phone call and being told my son might have 'ringworm or foot and mouth'. They were a couple insect bites, i knew he had them and sent him anyway cause it was obvious they were nothing. i took him doctors after to be safe and the doctor agreed with me. Just insect bites. After all that, i just wanted him in a nursery where he isn't sent home all the time. so i asked he be removed and we be refunded the 2 and a half days he missed. i was told this had been accepted. Problem is they say my refund is £61. i was charged £46 per day. 46 x 2.5 does not equal 61.
↩Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
We're sorry to hear about your experience and understand your frustration. The safety and wellbeing of the children in our care is always our top priority, and our team follows strict safeguarding and health procedures to ensure the highest standards for all children and staff. We apologise again for the experience you had and truly appreciate your feedback.
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Review from Abbigail L (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Ashbourne Day Nursery has been wonderful not only with my son but with myself. Coming of maternity and coming into a full time job and trying to figure out hours and days that work best with nursery and myself they have put me to ease. They have gone above and beyond to help fit everything into...
Ashbourne Day Nursery has been wonderful not only with my son but with myself. Coming of maternity and coming into a full time job and trying to figure out hours and days that work best with nursery and myself they have put me to ease. They have gone above and beyond to help fit everything into place , I can not thank them enough. They always make me feel at ease with any questions I have and seem to have bonded with my son. Another lady was amazing with him to. Another lady who is new who I have not met seems to be blending in well with the nursery and I can only imagine will also make my son feel at ease. They provide messy play, outdoor play and indoor activity's. They even got an extra cucumber on the shopping list as she knows it's my sons favourite :) can not recommend them enough l!!!
↩Reply from Charlotte, Parent Relations at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
Thank you for such a lovely and thoughtful review. It is great to hear how supported you have felt during such a big transition and how much care the team have shown in helping everything fall into place. We are so pleased your son is happy and settled, and those little touches like adding cucumber...
Thank you for such a lovely and thoughtful review. It is great to hear how supported you have felt during such a big transition and how much care the team have shown in helping everything fall into place. We are so pleased your son is happy and settled, and those little touches like adding cucumber to the shopping list show just how well the team get to know each child. Your kind words mean a lot and will be shared with everyone.
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Jess DrakefordJob Title Nursery ManagerJoined 2024
Jessica is the Nursery Manager at Ashbourne Day Nursery at Grantham, bringing over 6 years of experience in early years education. She has been part...
Jessica is the Nursery Manager at Ashbourne Day Nursery at Grantham, bringing over 6 years of experience in early years education. She has been part of the Ashbourne family for the past 2 years and is passionate about creating a warm, welcoming environment for every child and family.
She holds a CACHE level 3 diploma in childcare and education (early years educator) qualification in Early Years and has worked across a range of settings, giving her a strong understanding of how to support children at every stage of their development.
She believes that the early years should be filled with curiosity, confidence, and care, and takes pride in leading a team that nurtures each child as an individual. Building strong relationships with both children and parents is at the heart of everything she does.
Jess is always on hand for a chat and values open, honest communication with families. Her favourite part of the job is to go back into the rooms and play
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham
What is the Age Range of Children that Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham accepts?
Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham Open?
Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.
How many Children does Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham have capacity for?
Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham has capacity for a total of 46 Children.
How far is Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Grantham to the centre of Grantham?
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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