Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School - Newmarket

I couldn't recommend Colourbox enough! It was worth every penny and then some.

All teachers are really patient and kind, they are support learning table manners also meals ( lunch) is homemade cooked, my son did enjoy food at nursery, a lot of activities to choose inside and outside. A big forest school area is a great advantage as not many places can offer it. Also kids spending a lot of time outside if they willing too. Our son did enjoy go to the nursery. Is a great place for kids to learn they independence before Primary School.

I would be highly recommend Colourbox to anyone.

I wish I could give more than 5 stars! Colourbox Montessori is an amazing place for children to socialize, play, and learn before school. From the moment I visited, I knew it was the perfect place for my son. Over almost three years, I never had a bad experience. The staff are highly qualified, caring, and communicative. They provide detailed daily reports and genuine support for every child. My son has special needs, and the team recognized it and supported him early, helping him thrive without treating him differently. The staff stood by me during the most difficult period of my life, during and after my son's diagnosis. I can't imagine how I would have gone through all of this without their help and emotional support. My son loved every day here, especially the incredible outdoor area, which is unlike any other nursery around Newmarket. Overall, Colourbox has been the best choice and decision I've ever made and I can't recommend it enough.

Our first child went to Colourbox in 2018 and had a great experience. Unfortunately, a number of changes since then ultimately meant we had to move our second child elsewhere. (1) Staff at handovers often knew no details of her day, and new staff members seemed uninformed on her needs. (2) The app used by the nursery for update was inconsistently updated, and often lacked details and/or was days late. (3) Items of clothing got lost (virtually every week). (4) The intercom for drop-off/pick-up was broken a lot of the time (great fun in the rain). (5) When our child was injured, staff rang an old number we'd asked to have removed 5 years prior, instead of us. The fight we went through to get any kind of explanation or apology after the last issue led us to move to another nursery. To give credit where it's due, the room leaders are excellent and tried to find workarounds for problems. However, overall I would not recommend Colourbox under its current management structure.

My child has enjoyed their journey at Colourbox, starting in the nest and going all the way through. Overall I think it is a fantastic nursery and I would recommend, although sometimes it's a struggle with finances with the invoices.

Our daughter gladly walks into nursery each session which is always a positive and lets us know that we have made the right choice with our nursery. She loves the business of being around other children and is thriving. She loves each member of staff and will happily give them a hug at drop-off.

Colourbox Nursery is a wonderful place for young children, there is intentional learning opportunities and experiences with so much thought and care. The staff care for the children with much compassion and love, I feel very reassured and confident in their abilities. They go above and beyond to support the children and the parents. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.

Very happy with Colourbox Montessori School & Forest School Newmarket. Our eldest, in world room, loves country club and loves telling us all about his days there. He also loved the open evening last year where he could show us around country club and show us all the things and activities he does. Really helped make sense of it all. Our youngest is in the nest and appears to be loving it.

My son loves going to Colourbox, he learns so much which shows at home. The staff are great and really take time to get to know the child and are very attentive. There are a variety of activities for the children and they have a refreshing level of independence.

The communication and updates on the app sometimes are not great. It would be nice to have a more personalised update at the end of each day rather than a general description of how the day has been for everyone. Another remark: There were times when I couldn't find a parking space in the car park at the bottom of the site, and the Academy gate was closed due to school holidays, so I had to park on a curb causing a massive argument with the residents.

I am grateful to the Ocean Room staff for helping us to give our daughter the very best start in life.

The staff are absolutely fantastic and highly-trained. My child is thriving there every day, getting the support needed, no matter what he struggles with at the moment. In summer 2023 I expressed my concerns regarding rushed-in change of groups, or communication with parents. Very quickly I received a reply from the management, my concerns were addressed and solutions found. Since then I have seen a huge improvement in the communication and I appreciate I could openly discuss what was bothering me, and then seeing the real change straight away! Lunches are amazing and you can see they really put their heart into preparing this and ensuring a balanced diet. Yet there is always a simpler option for a fussy eater. They support bilingual children, teaching about different cultures, languages, or ways of living. They don't just look after kids when parents are at work. They ensure kids are growing into very independent, smart, curious personalities, with open hearts and minds!

An amazing nursery where my niece always has a story to tell, from the friends she makes to the amazing teachers whom she loves! I feel proud to say my niece attends the nursery, which is well-organised and has an amazing environment.

When a child is happy somewhere, it shows. She cannot wait to tell us what she has done after nursery.

All the staff are amazing at their job and I cannot thank them enough. My children love going to nursery and I always feel at ease leaving them as I know they are safe and well cared for.

The Colourbox nursery is a wonderful place for my little one. He has been thriving since he started there. The staff are lovely and knowledgeable. Communication with the nursery is easy and they reply promptly to queries. Warmly recommend it!

I find the staff to be very personable but also professional and always do their utmost to help with any concerns/queries. My family for one have had a great experience attending this nursery.

An amazing nursery! If your child loves being outdoors then Colourbox Newmarket is perfect. Our little boy loves country club and is always a happy little boy on drop off and pick up. We've noticed an incredible change in him since starting at Colourbox. Everyone is so kind and friendly. He is a very happy and confident little boy and we couldn't be happier. Thank you! We really appreciate you all.

Our daughter has been at Newmarket Colourbox for two and a half years - she has been through all the rooms and is now in World Room. We are extremely happy with how she has progressed and the care she receives. She comes home happy after each day and speaks very fondly of all the staff. We have noticed her confidence has grown massively since starting in World Room and she loves her nursery days; we are very glad we chose Colourbox.