Ashby Nursery School & Preschool Academy

28 North Street, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1HS
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9.8 75 Reviews
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Ashby Nursery School & Pre-school Academy was architecturally designed and purpose-built as a Children’s Day Nursery in 1996, having a simple philosophy of continually aiming to offer the highest levels of childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

One of the nursery’s more important features is its policy of only employing fully qualified nursery officers, who all hold a childcare qualification and also have a First Aid and Food Hygiene qualification alongside other professional qualifications.

The nursery also provides three balanced meals freshly prepared each day, including breakfast which is offered to all children arriving before 8.45am. They are members of the Pre-school Learning Alliance, the National Day Nurseries Association and other childcare related associations.

It is a great responsibility to care for children, and therefore their aim is to offer the highest levels of nursery care they possibly can. The owners hope their Prospectus goes some way to illustrate this; however should you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kerry Nettel (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 31

Total Places for Children

  • 98

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full day (7:30 am to 6:00 pm) from £73.20

  • We want to make life simple, so our fees include snacks and meals, cooked on site. For young babies, parents are requested to bring in their own formula milk

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 & Christmas

Ashby Nursery School & Preschool Academy Reviews (75)

9.8

Ashby Nursery School & Preschool Academy has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.803) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashby Nursery School & Preschool Academy has 75 reviews.

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Review from Duncan B (Father of Child) published on 4 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We chose Ashby Day Nursery for our son and he attended from the age of 18 months until just after his 4th birthday. We saw five nurseries altogether and we loved Ashby Day Nursery from the minute we saw it. We were immediately struck by the warm welcome, the colourful art work everywhere (including
amazing cut-out fish and seaweed hanging in the toilets!) and the noise of children and staff who were obviously enjoying themselves. The nursery has a lovely family feel and great energy. The staff are caring and fun and we felt immediately at ease with the idea of trusting them with our son. Drop off and pick up always took way longer than expected as we would often end up having a chat and we will miss the staff every bit as much as our son will. Thank you for taking such good care of him. He really thrived with you.
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Review from Emily M (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ashby Day Nursery has been absolutely fantastic for my daughter! She can be incredibly shy, but she is now blossoming since she’s found her confidence at nursery. Every time she comes home from nursery she tells me she’s had a ‘good day’, which is obviously lovely to hear. The staff are always so welcoming;
she is happy, and so are we as her parents. I’d highly recommend the nursery!
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Review from Michelle S (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
One of the reasons we picked Ashby Day Nursery is because it was small, and the staff would get to know my son better than in a bigger setting. They are all brilliant, they really know him well, and even the staff who work in different rooms know I am his Mum. My son loves going to nursery, he has just
moved up from the baby room and did it with no fuss or upset because the staff made it an easy, fun process. He is developing into a clever confident little boy, and this is in part due to the amazing activities the staff do with the children. I feel like he is genuinely loved by the staff there and that they enjoy looking after him. Would recommend it to anyone.
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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Ashby Day Nursery for the last couple of years. He's never been very good at drop off, but all the staff have always made me and my son feel better and are happy for me to phone up and check he's ok. I love the fact the team are flexible and have always accommodated anything I specifically
wanted for my sons, such as the way we weaned and napping. My son has come on so much and loves to tell me about all the things they get up to. He's often covered in paint and always seems to have played outside whatever the weather, which is exactly what I wanted from a nursery. He's now in preschool-1, and I can see a real difference in his independence and confidence. The staff always make time to fill me in on what he's been up and always easy to get in touch about anything over phone or email.
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Review from Marc T (Father of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic nursery currently attended by my youngest son, and previously attended by my eldest. The staff are brilliant, very caring and enthusiastic about what they do. Different activities are planned for each day, and my son often brings home crafts that he has done, particularly very thoughtful
gifts for us on special days such as fathers day; that has been planned by the staff. The food is great with a varied menu. Although the outdoor space is small, as an intimate nursery with four rooms, they rotate outdoor play and sometimes walk around the corner to the local park. The two preschool classes also visit their forest school site, which my son is looking forward to. Overall an amazing nursery and I couldn't imagine my son going anywhere else.
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Review from Zoe G (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the second time using the nursery, 6-years ago it was amazing. My son loved it and got so much from it. The staff were so good with him; nothing has changed. The staff can’t do enough for you; my son is so sad to leave. Would recommend this place to anyone, it’s like a home, you leave them with
no worries as the staff treat them like their own.
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Review from Phil B (Father of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have been through Ashby Day Nursery, and it was the best decision we ever made. They both thrived in the environment created by the amazing staff that always go the extra mile. The children are never treated as a number. They are treated like family and encouraged to grow and make
their own decisions at every opportunity. The respect and understanding that this ingrained into my kids is amazing. What the nursery lacks in size is made up for by the size of the staff's hearts and the fun in learning that the children experience. The staff have not only become friends but extended family. I couldn't recommend Ashby Day Nursery anymore highly. Outstanding in every aspect, be sad not to be visiting every week.
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Review from Siobhán R (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Ashby Day for about 2.5 years, changing from unsteady toddler to a boisterous, happy and confident young lady, ready for school. I have nothing but the highest praise for the setting and for the outstanding care provided by the whole team. Friends with children attending other
local settings have often commented to me how impressed they are by the quality of my daughter’s experience. The range of activities and the creativity of the staff staggers me. The small size of the nursery is one of its greatest assets in my view because the environment feels like a family where everyone knows each other well. It has also afforded the flexibility of impromptu trips out to the park, the castle and on nature walks. Weekly forest school sessions have also been fantastic for my daughter’s development and the attention paid to her educational needs and support to help her stretch her curious mind even further has been first class. I could not have hoped for a better start.
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Review from Abbey B (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love this nursery! The staff are amazing. My little boy had some anxieties about starting nursery, and they did everything they could to help him settle in. I would and have recommended this nursery to friends and family couldn’t ask for better.
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Review from Claire E (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has had a wonderful time at nursery and developed into an amazing individual as a result. The love and support given by all nursery staff has been exceptional. She will miss everyone so much as she progresses on to school life. Thank you for all you have done for her - you are all amazing.
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Review from Donna B (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Well what can I say about this nursery, words don't say how amazing this nursery is. Also the staff are like family. My little boy went here until he was really for school, also his brother went here and now my other child goes here. I would recommend this nursery all day long, I also have a number
of my friend's children that go here. This is not about your children going to nursery, it's about your children being happy and my children have always been happy going here. If you want your children in a safe place and to be happy and loved, I would definitely send them here.
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Review from Catherine C (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so very happy that I have sent my children to Ashby Day. The atmosphere as soon as you walk in is like a home from home for the children and when the children leave I think I will be genuinely sad that I don't have a reason to go any more! The staff are lovely and brilliant at what they do. I know
that my children feel loved and supported the moment they walk through the doors. Both of my children love going to nursery and get so much out of going, it is such a nurturing environment and they are both progressing really well in their different rooms. They have been fabulous in supporting my little boy who has some motor issues. The support received in this area has been fantastic from all staff involved, especially the SENCO and his keyworker. They really have gone the extra mile to make sure he progresses as he should and been supportive to us as parents too. All in all, it is a great day nursery and I am so glad we picked it.
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Review from Aarron N (Father of Child) published on 10 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is brilliant. My son has been attending for 1 year doing 3 mornings a week. When started he was behind in his development but his key worker has worked amazingly with him and he has made massive progress. All staff are lovely and they care for all children's individual needs and work alongside
parents. The management team are great and always there to speak to if needed. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Simon L (Father of Child) published on 10 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great place! My daughter loves it here and that’s because the staff are good at what they do and clearly love their work. It’s well run and I’d definitely recommend it to others!
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Review from Clare H (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started Ashby Day Nursery when she was 6 months old, the staff and management were very helpful and amazing with my daughter, they demonstrated amazing knowledge of childcare and were very friendly with her which put me at ease because she was still very young. The activities and experiences
they offer are exceptional. My daughter loves the nursery and it has a secure and homely atmosphere.
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Review from Leanne B (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are always welcoming and nothing is too much trouble for the children or the parents. They have gone over and above expectations on many occasions for me and my children. What I find especially unique is that staff talk to me as a parent about my child as I would when sharing their experiences.
They are genuinely excited about the children’s achievements or things that’s they’ve shared with them.
I do and would have no hesitation in recommending Ashby Day Nursery to friends and family.
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Review from Carly W (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest left this nursery 18 months ago when he started school and my youngest (3 years old) attends there now since he was 9 months old.


The staff care for the children brilliantly and they go above and beyond to enable the children to reach their full potential. The activities laid out every

morning change regularly and the craft/messy play activities are brilliant too. Staff-parent communication is good with a handover at the end of the day.


It really does feel like a family there and when I drop off my child in the morning, I know he’ll have a great day and be well-cared for.

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Review from Katie B (Mother of Child) published on 30 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended Ashby Day Nursery a couple of days each week from the age of one onwards. We all love the nursery and the staff, and I'm so glad we made the choice we did.


My son is currently in his final year at the nursery, during his time there it's gradually become apparent that

he has needs above and beyond those of a 'typical' child of his age. The nursery have helped us so much through our journey, doing so much to ensure my son is accepted, included and happy. They've also helped me understand our options and explore the additional help available to us.


We're eternally grateful to the nursey and could not recommend a better place for your child to learn and grow.

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Review from C HT (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son 18 months loves going to Ashby Day Nursery, the staff are all professional, efficient, caring and compassionate and I feel reassured that he is in the best possible place. The nursery has a lovely relaxed and happy atmosphere and all the staff seem to genuinely love their jobs and love looking
after the children. All the staff seem to know my child's name, even the ones not in the baby room where he is looked after and we always receive a warm welcome every time we visit. My son enjoys a range of activities whilst at nursery including messy play, arts and craft, story time and music and movement. He also loves the food there as it is all homemade, he loves it so much that I have to ask for the recipes so that I can make the same meals for him at home. My son loves nursery and he is becoming a more and more confident little boy and I know this is due to the wonderful nurturing environment of the nursery and all the staff who look after him.
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Review from Jess D (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love this nursery. The staff go over and above for the children and the parents and the nursery itself has a lovely atmosphere. Messy and creative play is always encouraged along with plenty of outdoor time. 10/10 from us.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.803)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.803) out of 10 for Ashby Nursery School & Preschool Academy 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 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 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 4.936 for Ashby Nursery School & Preschool Academy is calculated as follows: ( (192 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 204 Ratings = 4.936
  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 4.867 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ashby Nursery School & Preschool Academy is based on 17 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 98 number of registered child places is 19.6. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.6 = 0.867
  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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Meet the Team (1)

Kerry

Kerry Nettel

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2008

Kerry began working at Ashby Nursery School 15 years ago after completing her student placement there. She gained her foundation degree in Children’s and Young People’s Services (Early Years) and worked her way up to nursery manager. Kerry also has a Forest School qualification and loves being outdoors. Kerry encourages the team to adopt a hands-on approach, as she feels that this is the best way for children to learn.


In 2022, Kerry was awarded Nursery Practitioner of the Year at the NMT awards which was one of many highlights of her career so far.

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