Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery

Chapel Road, Ashley Cross, Poole BH14 0JU
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  • Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery, Poole
Ashley Cross Montessori is an amazing day nursery in the Poole area with a ‘Good’ Ofsted report in all areas (April 2025).

Ashley Cross Montessori is the perfect place for children from 6 months to 5 years to take their first brave steps outside of the family home.

The team is there to make your child's early years experience one in which they thrive and enjoy their experience with an experienced nurturing team who are either qualified in Montessori education or Early Years.

All the children have been given the foundation of social, emotional, practical and academic skills to have the very best future.

In September 2020, the nursery opened its Bambini room for children aged 6 months to 2 years.

Please call to arrange a visit.
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Funding & Fees

Bambini Room (6 months -2 Years) £85 a day (8am - 5pm) Including the food package. On funded days, there will be a charge for the food package of £5 per day.
Children’s House (2, 3 and 4 year olds) £77 a day (8am - 5pm) Including the food package and additional services. Minimum of 2 full days per week. On funded days, there will be a charge for the food package and additional services. Please contact the nursery for a tailored quote.



Please contact the nursery for half-day availability.

We cover all government funded children from 9 months to school age.


Please contact us if you require any further information. We will be happy to provide an estimate on monthly fees based on your specific attendance pattern and funding eligibility. Additional services and the food package are optional.


*A 25% discount is offered when taking out both the voluntary food package and additional services together. This 25% discount is then applied to the non-funded hourly fees (on funded days). If you choose not to take out either package, the discount is removed from everything inline with our terms and conditions.

Contact Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Contact Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kasia Mistrzak (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Total Places for Children

  • 40

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-17:00
    Tuesday 08:00-17:00
    Wednesday 08:00-17:00
    Thursday 08:00-17:00
    Friday 08:00-17:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week over Christmas

Parking

  • Free off road and on road parking

Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery Reviews (57)

9.7

Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.729) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery has 57 reviews.

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Review from Katharina N (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A truly wonderful nursery. Both my children attended and loved every single day. We strongly believe in the Montessori approach and this nursery reminds me of the nursery I went to as a child in Germany. We chose Ashley Cross Montessori over other nurseries closer to home and never regretted it. Both
my children are very different in character and I feel both were taken care of according to their individual sentiments. They weren’t treated with a one size fits all approach, but each teacher took the time to get to know them and help them grow their strengths and overcome any areas they found challenging. I couldn’t recommend this nursery enough.
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Review from Miles G (Father of Child) published on 11 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A truly wonderful nursery. The staff are kind, caring, adaptive, diligent, and professional. I truly believe our children are better people because of the guidance given by the nursery - certainly when we (as new parents) had any child-related questions or concerns they always offered advice and support.
Our children absolutely loved attending and I can't recommend them enough!
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Review from Jeske W (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love this nursery! Our 1 year old started when he was 9 months old and - especially after being born in lockdown - has become such a social and independent little boy. We love the variety of activities being offered and our son has certainly enjoyed watching the live ballet dancing that was arranged.
The staff is very caring and professional but also personable and friendly. For us it definitely feels like an interesting, caring and inspiring nursery where our son loves to spend his time.
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Review from Hollie N (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't imagine a better nursery in the world. Our son is so happy, so well looked after, and learning at a speed of knots. We've been so impressed by how they've handled covid. The nursery has felt safe, normal, and just as jolly. It's a small nursery and the children receive a lot of attention
- development is tracked closely, skills gently taught, and Montessori independence instilled. Would recommend to everyone.
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Review from Kristina F (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this setting. My daughter is thriving and her confidence is just amazing. The staff are wonderful, so caring and always helpful. The activities offered are such fun and educational for all children. It's also located in a very easy to access location. I would definitely recommend this nursery.
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Review from T R (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The moment we stepped into Ashley Cross Montessori and were greeted by the staff we knew that it was the right place for our little girl to flourish. She's been there almost a year now and we have had zero cause for complaint. Throughout the lockdown period, the communication and support from the nursery
was invaluable and on return, after lockdown, the nursery felt clean and safe but still warm and welcoming for both the children and their parents.
Our little girl is full of confidence and smiles after each session and we have seen her independence grow and grow under the guidance of the staff. She has made friends, developed so many new skills and become one of the Ashley Cross Montessori family.
We highly recommend this nursery, the manager and all of her team!
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Review from Yasmin H (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started with Ashley Cross Montessori when she was 2.5. Having visited several others in the area this is the only one I was really comfortable with. They did not disappoint! My daughter started school in September a happy and confident little girl who knows her own mind and this was completely
encouraged by the nursery. She was always well cared for and always wanted to go into nursery. Thank you to the manager and her team for everything. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Beckie SJT (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding. We can’t fault the place. My child loved every second of it. We love the Montessori approach and it was the right choice for our daughter. The manager and her team are truly magical and wonderful people. I would recommend Ashley Cross Montessori to anyone and I’m truly sad my child had
left and now goes to school. I can’t sing their praises enough. Thank you.
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Review from Ivett G (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can only recommend the nursery and the amazing neam at Ashley Cross! My child joined them in 2019 and did not speak English at the time yet we felt assured that she'd be fine. She thrived thanks to the team. The start was not easy for her (as it usually isn't) and the team supported her emotionally
so well that she soon felt happy and safe with them, and I was confident she is in great care. The Montessori method is applied wonderfully in this nursery. The environment is calm, it's inspiring children to discover more of the world in their own time. The staff supports the children's own development, not forcing activities on them, going with the child's lead and helping them to make the most of their days. I love how children get to know and practice with everyday objects. I love that they encourage the children to be independent and that they communicate so well with children and parents. Emotions are acknowledged and worked with. We feel really supported and cared for here.
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Review from Polly L (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter had a difficult start to her nursery life as her settling in days happened just before lockdown. She returned to nursery in September and after lockdown, where she didn’t socialise much at all, she struggled, but Ashley Cross Montessori have been fantastic and she is so settled there now.
They really are wonderful and so caring with the children. I love how laid back it feels even with all the Covid precautions. Our daughter has such fun and is learning so much with the nursery. I would recommend it to all.
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Review from Jonathan D (Father of Child) published on 27 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic place for any child to start their learning. Our little boy is just leaving after 2 wonderful years (to go to school) and we would highly recommend the Nursery and the Team to anyone looking for excellent childcare and education. The team are really patient and really care about the children
and we also really benefited from their experience and knowledge. Our little boy was born premature so we are always trying to benchmark his development to ensure he is OK and their feedback, advice and support was fantastic. Thank you to everyone involved!
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Review from C G (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery, a bright open plan space with lots of interesting educational tools for little ones. Really warm and welcoming staff. My little one has severe allergies and they have really taken it seriously, which makes me feel like he is in a safe place. Most of all my son loves it and has learned
and developed so much. He doesn't want to come home at the end of the day!
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Review from Clare K (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough! My daughter attended there for two years before starting school in September.
She was extremely happy there. The staff were very friendly and caring to her and to us and prepared her very well for school (mainly through play) without her or us even realising!
The staff were also very professional. Our daughter had a history of febrile convulsions and she had a fit whilst in their care. They rang for an ambulance and contacted us immediately. I liked that the teachers were mixed in age, sex and ethnicity - I was very impressed that my daughter learnt how to count in French and Spanish whilst at nursery.
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Review from Victoria (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter went to Ashley Cross Montessori for 18 months before leaving to start school. The nursery is a welcoming, caring and nurturing environment where staff treat every child as an individual. My daughter was so happy at the nursery and she adored the people who work there. The nursery encourage
independence and important life skills, they allow children to learn, grow and explore at their own pace. The nursery is 100% child-led which means children are not forced into activities they don’t want to do but gently encouraged to try new things, explore nature and experiment with ingredients and craft materials. They leave feeling confident and having an amazing understanding about the world around them. I cannot praise the nursery enough and am so grateful for the time that my daughter spent with them.
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Review from Angela H (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault the nursery in any way. They are nurturing, helpful to both parents and kids, accommodating and friendly. The setting is clean, beautiful and stimulating. My twins went to the nursery for a year and a half and I saw them go from strength to strength. The school transition was excellent
and they are now thriving in school, are independent and confident. I couldn't ask for more.
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Review from Mark W (Father of Child) published on 3 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter who is 2 has been going to Ashley Cross Montessori since August, The team there were amazing at getting her settled and she absolutely loves going now. She often talks about staff members and her friends over the weekend and is always excited about going.


Since starting there her vocabulary,

imagination, counting, confidence and understanding of language have come on amazingly, and whilst she has always been a good puzzle solver she will now tell us what she's doing when she works on a puzzle.


The team are brilliant, very friendly and welcoming and always available to talk through things if needs be. They update tapestry regularly which really helps us get a window into her world and lets us see what she is learning.


We are extremely happy with every element of Ashley Cross Montessori, and after visiting several pre-schools beforehand we know we made the right choice sending her here.

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Review from Nina S (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery! Super clean and fun! My 3yr old daughter settled in instantly and is learning so many new things. She loves her time at nursery, enjoys making things and painting. All the staff are so friendly, it’s no surprise the children are all lovely and kind??
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Review from Zara H (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to Ashley cross Montessori.
She comes out smiling every time she comes out.
She always asks that she wants to go to play school every day and looks forward to going back when she isn’t in that day she always talks about the teachers on how nice they are.


It’s amazing how

they teach the children and what they do. Baking bread and teaching them different things on a learning basis.


I highly recommend Ashley cross Montessori such a great bunch of people and make you feel very welcoming.

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Review from Sarah F (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Before our son joined nursery he was very clingy, shy and reluctant to play with other children. He really wasn't happy with the prospect of going to nursery, but within a few weeks he had settled in and the highlight of our day was him telling us everything he had done there, from gardening to numbers
to baking. His confidence grew and he became far more sociable.


Whilst our daughter had gone to Ashley Cross Montessori a few years earlier and thrived, she is a very confident extrovert, so it was great to know that the nursery is responsive to all personalities. We found the nursery staff and manager very supportive of the children (and parents!) and we were sad when it was time for our son to leave and go to school. However, I know that our son has benefited hugely from his experience at Ashley Cross Montessori, and the life skills and confidence he took from this has helped his transition to school.


Both our children have great memories of their nursery and still ask to visit.

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Review from Sarah O (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started here when he was 2 and left if August 2018 when he started school. The staff are very professional and friendly and my son loved the 3 years he spent there. They picked up on and worked on his weak points encouraging him to and keep us up dated every step of the way. I could not be happier.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.729)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.729) out of 10 for Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 11 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 4.954 for Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (124 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 130 Ratings = 4.954
  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 4.775 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery is based on 11 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 = 3.775
    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 40 number of registered child places is 8, which has been reached with 11 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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