Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool

105 Penn Hill Avenue, Lower Parkstone, Poole BH14 9LY
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  • Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool, Poole
An exceptional Montessori nursery bridging the gap between Poole and Bournemouth.

With their long standing team, the nursery provides loving care and education to children from 3 months to 5 years.

The Bright Horizons Poole Montessori nursery is conveniently situated halfway between Poole and Bournemouth, in a residential area with lots of green space. Just a short distance from Branksome station, the nursery is ideally located for commuting parents.

The team regularly arrange walks to the local park so that children can get to know their local community better, and the nursery benefits from a garden for all ages so children can play and explore outdoors.

They follow the Montessori philosophy, culture and ethos within the nursery and members of the team hold formal Montessori certification. They also practice Growing Enhancements – a programme unique to Bright Horizons focusing on reading, writing and mathematics, as well as creative skills, to support your child in their transition from nursery to school. The Bright Horizons Poole nursery fees include a nutritious breakfast, snacks and high tea in the afternoon. Branded nappies and formula milk are also included for babies.

The team would love to meet you and your child, so book a visit today and they will show you all the nursery has to offer during your own personal tour.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kerry (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 42

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • 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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool Reviews (70)

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Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool has 70 reviews.

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Review from Andrew C-M (Father of Child) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A super first learning experience. Staff lovely - special shout out to two particular members.
Glad the food offered arrived. Accounting a nightmare - late/no callbacks from central team - staff have little knowledge of how that side works and didn't feel they were supported by a ventral function.
Overall, a brilliant nursery - highly recommended.
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Review from B H (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff, great communications from the nursery itself. Poor communications from Bright Horizons Head Office with a terrible system for paying fees with mistakes and poor transparency. Bright Horizons' ethos seems inflexible and not focussed on the customer. We have a better understanding of
what you do with the children now with the app - this was late coming compared to other childcare establishments, but the more information we get and see about what you do with the children, the more complimentary we can be.
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Review from Gareth M (Father of Child) published on 3 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The great environment has helped our daughter develop and grow. We feel part of the process with regular updates and insight into how she is learning. Most importantly, she loves coming every day and seeing her teachers and friends. Would recommend to everyone who asks.
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Review from E A (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been so pleased with everything at the nursery, from the baby room through to preschool age. Staff are lovely, friendly and always helpful. The nursery is clean and organised with a lovely variety of activities. We couldn't be happier.
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Review from Zoe H (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have loved the nursery for both boys. The staff have been amazing and really care for the children. We have always felt safe, and they have been given a great start in life. We will miss not coming here anymore. Thank you.
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Review from Cateriha C (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an excellent nursery. My child loves coming here. She is happy and confident. She is also completely ready for school. I cannot rate this nursery highly enough.
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Review from Sharon P (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has thoroughly enjoyed his time every week with his friends. He loves the staff, who are more friends. As for myself, the staff have been so lovely throughout all his time. During the wobbles of starting and changes that have occurred during our time here, they have supported and encouraged
both of us all the way.
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Review from Marianne R (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves her time at nursery. They always take part in fun activities, and all the staff are lovely and helpful. As well as having lots of fun, she has learnt many important skills to make the transition to school easier, including sharing, teamwork and communication. All three of my children
have attended this nursery, and I would definitely recommend it to other parents.
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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 7 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended the nursery since she was 9-months-old and starts school in September 2022. I have always felt 100% happy and comforted that she is in the best hands. I have no regrets sending my daughter here, the staff have been like an extra family to my daughter and critical to her pre-school
years learning. I'm actually sad that she is off to school but confident she is fully equipped to start the next journey, she will really miss the nursery and all her friends.
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Review from K D (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My little girl loves going to nursery. She always has a smile on her face at pick up and drop off so this puts me at ease a lot, as I know she enjoys her time. The new app is a welcome addition to getting an insight into what she gets up to at nursery. Despite covid restrictions, I have found the staff
approachable and it is clear they care a lot about the children. Professionalism and safeguarding are always to an exceptionally high standard. I would definitely recommend the setting to other new parents.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. Right from the beginning, the staff at Poole, Montessori have been amazing. Nothing is too much of a bother for them. Always so supportive, helpful and friendly! Very happy with their standards, such a warm and welcoming environment and the benefits are great! It is so wonderful to
see my child thrive and reassuring that he is getting all the support he needs and that he is happy! Thank you to the team at Poole!
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Review from Teri M (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very warm and inviting staff and room. Lots of reassurance and hand-holding.
Very happy so far.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. Staff are so friendly and polite. Always go above and beyond. Feel comfortable leaving our daughter with all the staff. One lady always makes sure that my child learns new things and helps with her progression. All staff are amazing. Couldn't recommend the nursery anymore.
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Review from Lee H (Father of Child) published on 24 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves it here. Enjoys the food and playing with his friends, and the staff are fantastic!
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Review from Claire D (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff at Poole Montessori are polite, friendly and knowledgeable about my children. I am very confident that my children receive excellent care and are progressing with their learning. Both my children are excited to go to nursery each week and we are pleased to receive lots of arts and crafts from
their time there. The settling in sessions were brilliant and handled sensitively.
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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter have been going here for three years now and we are very happy. The staff show genuine care and generally communicate well with parents. The children learn a lot and the Montessori way works really well to teach so many skills and prepares them well for school. A great nursery.
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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an excellent nursery. My child has been very happy throughout her care here. She loves going to nursery and I know she is getting the very best care and early years education. I highly recommend it.
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Review from E F (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Poole Montessori since he was one. He settled so quickly and was always happy to go to nursery. The staff are all so friendly and nurturing. Now he is three years on, he still loves every day, and he is learning so much, making great friends and being given so many new experiences.
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Review from J L (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
By placing both my children in stepping stones I feel I am giving them the best start in life. The staff are nurturing and child-led. Both my children settled very quickly and look forward to coming to nursery. I couldn't hope for more! The staff are mindful of my children's emotional well being which
I particularly like.
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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love this nursery they really are an extension of our family.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.907)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10 for Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.907 for Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (197 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.907
  2. 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 Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool 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:

    1. 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
    2. 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 42 number of registered child places is 8.4, which has been reached with 18 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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 (5)

Meet the Team (2)

Kerrie

Kerrie

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2000

I have been at the nursery since 2000 and I thoroughly enjoy my time at our busy nursery, watching the children grow and develop into independent little people ready for school. I have a true passion for Montessori and completed my Montessori certificate in 2015.


Together we strive daily to provide an outstanding home-from-home environment for all our staff, children and families, which was recognised by OFSTED in both 2012 and February 2018. Our staff team are one of the biggest assets with long-standing and dedicated individuals who pride themselves on understanding your children's individual needs.


My hobbies include spending time on the water with my husband and children and exploring the world around us.

Carly

Carly

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2014

I have been working at Poole Montessori for 8 years. I started as an apprentice and have worked my way up to Room Leader and Third in Charge. I am based in the Baby and Toddler Room and enjoy providing a home-from-home experience and helping the children grow and develop through learning experiences and messy play such as sand, water and paint.

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