Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford

13 Watling Street, Fenny Stratford, Milton Keynes MK2 2BU
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9.8 78 Reviews
  • Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford, Milton Keynes
Ashbourne Day Nurseries in Fenny Stratford is a charming nursery set within a characterful listed building in Milton Keynes. With a capacity of 64, the nursery provides high-quality early years education for children aged three months to school age, following a bespoke Future Foundations curriculum.

Experienced practitioners carefully monitor each child’s progress, tailoring activities to support development across all areas of learning. The nursery environment is designed to spark curiosity, with engaging indoor and outdoor spaces that encourage exploration and play.

Strong relationships with families are at the heart of the nursery’s approach. The team works closely with parents to create a smooth settling-in experience, ensuring children feel safe, secure, and happy in their surroundings.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Karishma Solanki (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 64

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day - 7:30am - 6:00pm
    £83.33 (under 2)
    £80.93 (over 2)


    School Day - 9:00am - 3:00pm
    £63.55 (all ages)


    Half Day Morning - 7:30am - 1:00pm
    £49.19 (under 2)
    £47.96 (over 2)


    Half Day Afternoon - 1:00pm - 6:00pm
    £46.76 (under 2)
    £45.56 (over 2)

  • Our nursery fee structure is designed with clarity in mind—no secrets, no hidden fees, just transparency. Our fees include: Freshly prepared meals, snacks and drinks
    Formula milk
    Nappies, wipes and nappy cream
    An array of resources and experiences designed to enrich their early education
    A dedicated key person for your child


    10% discount for NHS, Emergency Services, & Armed Forces workers and 10% eldest sibling discount.
    One discount per family.

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford Reviews (78)

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Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.752) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford has 78 reviews.

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Review from Grace L (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started coming to Ashbourne in March, I was anxious at first as he was a lockdown baby so was unsure how he would find it but he loves it and has so much confidence with other adults and children. He has built some really strong relationships with the staff in the baby room and they are really
helping him with his development. He always comes out at the end of the day happy which is great to see. I would definitely recommend it to other parents!
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
The team are thrilled with this feedback; thank you so much!
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Review from Jordan S (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in May with very little vocabulary, shy, and very clingy. The staff made us feel welcome and they have worked absolute wonders with our little boy. He absolutely loves going to nursery (even when he is not feeling his best) and his vocabulary is building so fast it seems each week he
has at least 2 new words. He loves all the staff and I feel confident that he is well looked after and cared for, I cannot recommend highly enough for a caring environment for your child.
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
We really appreciate you taking the time to write us this lovely review. Thank you.
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Review from Rebecca (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy absolutely loves going to Ashbourne Day Nursery in Fenny Stratford. He is always so happy to see them every morning and when we collect him he's always in a happy mood. He is progressing so quickly in everything from crawling, chatting, building relationships, and just having fun. I would
100% recommend them to everyone, especially his key workers (besties). They always update me on his shenanigans of the day and I also really appreciate the care that goes into his dietary requirements so he's never looking to be different from his friends, there is just so much care and attention to detail they really are so fantastic.
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
We really appreciate you taking the time to write us this lovely review. Thank you.
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Review from Vicky L (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been coming here for a few months now and loves it. When I drop him off in the morning he is happy to go in, all the staff know him and he is happy to see them. When we collect him at the end of the day he is happy and we get a full rundown of what he did and what he ate etc. The staff are
so lovely and really care about my son. He is cared for so well and loves his time at nursery.
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
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Review from Ben (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest daughter has been attending Ashbourne Nurseries for nearly two years now. Throughout this time she has been looked after by a brilliant team of committed and passionate staff at Ashbourne. She loves going to nursery and spending the day doing a wide range of activities has helped her development
no end. The team in the caterpillars room leave me in no doubt that she will be cared for and looked after every minute she's there. The facilities on site are a lovely environment for the children to play in and the little one is given a wide-ranging offer of quality food throughout the week. I would recommend the nursery to anyone considering childcare in the area, the most important thing for any parent is knowing that their child is cared for and looked after. At Ashbourne, this is always the case.
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
This feedback is so lovely to hear. The team are delighted.
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Review from Jade W (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends the Fenny Stratford setting, where I have nothing but good things to say. As an only child at home, she doesn’t often get to spend time playing and socialising with children her own age. She was somewhat shy when she first started nursery in January 2020, but the staff soon helped
her to find herself. Every day she asks if it’s a school day, she loves going. She talks to me about the fun teachers, and what an excellent time she has had with her friends. They have plenty of learning opportunities through play. The environment is safe and staff are friendly and caring. I have full confidence in them when I leave my little one in their care. Great learning place. I couldn’t have chosen a better nursery.
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
Thank you for this lovely review, the team are delighted with your feedback.
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Review from Helen D (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined the Caterpillars in 2019. He is now in pre-school and he has loved nursery from day 1. He always goes in so happy and always very happy when picked up and excited to tell us about his day. Always having done something different every day. All the staff are wonderful with the children and
all of their needs are met individually and are willing to adapt to what each child needs. The food in the nursery is great, it is so diverse and it is wonderful that my son gets to try so many different cuisines. One of his favourites is the Caribbean Chicken! I cannot speak highly enough of the nursery, their communication is spot on, and excellent that we can see regular updates through the portal where the observations are submitted. The main thing for us is our son is learning so much, every day comes home telling us something new and he enjoys going to see his lovely friends that he has made there too. Thank you to all at Fenny Stratford Nursery!
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
The team are thrilled with this feedback, thank you so much!
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Review from Oliver P (Father of Child) published on 15 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is fantastic and all of the staff are lovely. When dropping off my son he is so happy to see the ladies and so are they. He has regular updates so that I can see his development and it’s nice that I can view these at any time. I would highly recommend the nursery and will be sad when he
has to leave and go to school.
Reply from Marketing Team, Marketing at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide us with the wonderful feedback. The team are delighted to hear this.
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Review from Rebecca W (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend Ashbourne Day Nursery at Fenny Stratford. The staff are brilliant, very friendly and welcoming to every child. Communication is something that has always been important to me when my son has attended a nursery setting and Ashbourne are excellent with this. Keyworkers always
tell you what kind of day your child has had, from activities they have done, to what/how much they have had to eat. My little boy has enjoyed every day he has spent at Ashbourne. He's never once cried when I have dropped him off (he used to at his old nursery) and he always has a massive smile on his face when I pick him up and he tells me about the fun he has had that day. The activities/play areas get changed every day, so he is always excited to go in and explore these. I feel his confidence has grown since attending Ashbourne and they have played a big part of who he has become over the last year. He starts school in September and I am grateful he has had the opportunity to attend such a fantastic nursery.
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Review from Jen C (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Ashbourne for 8 months and absolutely loves it. Every single member of staff are so caring, warm and welcoming. I can’t praise the team enough for their hard work and dedication. Their activities and facilities are constantly updated and kept clean and tidy (after the mess of course).
My son has come on leaps and bounds and loved coming to nursery which makes it so much easier leaving him. He comes home with a huge smile on his face, covered in whatever activity he has been doing. A massive thank you from us all.
Reply from Charlie Gould at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
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Review from Shami M (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have absolutely loved taking my daughter to Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford.
The manager and her team have been really amazing helping my daughter settle in very well into the nursery. It has been a joy watching my daughter's confidence grow thanks to the nursery staff.
My daughter is
always smiling when I pick her up and sometimes even cries because she does not want to leave. The facilities are amazing, the menu is very nutritious and the staff are great.
Reply from Charlie Gould at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
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Review from Susie PT (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son loves Ashbourne, always excited to be there and his key worker and colleagues provide a wonderfully nurturing and fun environment.
Reply from Charlie Gould at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
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Review from Laura V (Mother of Child) published on 6 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great staff, lovely and fun environment. The activities are changed every day so the kids are learning a lot of things. At the end of the day, the staff provide detailed daily feedback. My baby is only nine months old and she needs a lot of attention but I'm confident to leave her there. Thanks for
everything that you do for my baby.
Reply from Charlie Gould at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
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Review from Samantha T (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's really nice hearing all the things he has been doing. The nursery has encouraged his eating habits and his confidence.
He has taught me a few things from nursery.
- New songs.
- The meaning of Poppy Day.
All that he has learned here.
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Review from Faye A (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have been going to the nursery for over a year and they have flourished. They love it and all the staff are so friendly, you can tell they genuinely care about the children. I love the fact that there isn't loads of children in the room so my children get more one on one time.
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Review from Jade L (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son is currently in the baby room upstairs, it is a lovely warm and clean environment with smiley friendly staff. The food is great, balanced and healthy. They take on board any suggestions or feedback promptly. The team are always professional and pleased to help or answer any questions. The manager
has been a great person to contact and always responds to emails quickly. Also, a particular member of staff in the baby room is a credit to the team and is a fantastic key worker for our son. As the baby room is upstairs and isn't easily accessible to the outdoor space, we did worry, but the staff do make the effort when the weather is nice to take the children from upstairs down to enjoy the outdoor area also. We love the nursery and are currently in the process of starting our youngest son. Although we haven't experienced the older rooms, if the baby room is anything to go by, it is highly recommended. Thank you for providing a lovely place for my children to come and develop, learn and play.
Reply from Eppie Anderson at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
Thanks for your feedback, the team are delighted.
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Review from Iqra S (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Extremely happy with Ashbourne nursery. My daughter enjoys her time at nursery a lot. Staff are extremely kind.
Reply from Eppie Anderson at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
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Review from Zane S (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started here when he was 10 months old and now is 15 months. Although he only attends 2 days a week he's come on in leaps and bounds since he started.


I get a daily record of what things he's specifically enjoyed that day and what he's eaten. On top of that, I get regular updates and photos

through the parent portal which is really nice to receive when I'm at work.


The staff are amazing! Everyone is always so friendly and professional. I feel like I can really trust the staff with my son. They are always prepared to listen or to work with you to find a solution.


I have also been very impressed with how clean and tidy the nursery is.


Highly recommend, this a great nursery which treats children with kindness and respect!

Reply from Eppie Anderson at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
Thanks for your comments, the team is delighted.
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Review from Carissa D (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves this nursery. She has come such a long what and she will continue to stay here until school.
Reply from Eppie Anderson at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
Many thanks for your lovely comments Carissa.
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Review from Natila N (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very helpful and extremely friendly. If only the parents had a choice to provide their own lunch but overall, it's lovely and my child is having a great time.
Reply from Eppie Anderson at Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford
Thank you for your comments, appreciated.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.752)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.752) out of 10 for Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.752 for Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford is calculated as follows: ( (177 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (5 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 202 Ratings = 4.752
  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 Ashbourne Day Nurseries at Fenny Stratford is based on 16 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 64 number of registered child places is 12.8, which has been reached with 16 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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Karishma

Karishma Solanki

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Karishma Demi has over 12 years of experience in the Early Years sector, having progressed through various roles to become a key member of the Management Team. She holds a Level 4 qualification in Early Childhood Studies and is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Karishma currently holds a Level 3 SENCo qualification, enabling her to lead and implement effective SEND provisions. Her commitment to inclusivity and strong leadership skills drive positive outcomes for children, families, and the wider early years community.

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