Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road)

Ascot Priory, Priory Road, Ascot SL5 8RT
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9.9 21 Reviews
  • Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road), Ascot
Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot is set within the beautiful private grounds of Ascot Priory. Offering childcare for 3–5 year-olds (Puddleduck Day Nursery is just down the road for under 3's), the setting provides Forest School sessions, access to woodland walks, chickens, and horses, with daily outdoor exploration.

Children thrive in two well-equipped playrooms with free-flow access to gardens and mud kitchens. The curriculum embraces learning through play, encouraging curiosity and independence. A qualified Forest School leader, two SENCOs, and an on-site chef support a nurturing team.

Their nursery app keeps families updated daily, while lending libraries and take-home packs extend learning at home. Located near Bracknell and Ascot stations, the preschool is ideally placed for local families and those commuting. With strong community links and a warm, home-from-home approach, they support every child to flourish.
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Funding & Fees

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Natalie Hillhouse (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 4

Total Places for Children

  • 30

Age Range

  • from 2 years 6 months
  • to 4 years 11 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

Parking

  • Parking available just in front of Puddleduck's front door.

Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road) Reviews (21)

9.9

Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.861) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road) has 21 reviews.

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Review from T F (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Puddleduck since she was 18 months old, she is soon to be 4 and leaving for big school in September. It has been the most wonderful experience for her, the staff/key workers are so nurturing and kind, the classrooms are lovely and the grounds are huge! The forest school is great
and so important for the kids to be outdoors. My 2nd child will be going to Puddleduck too!
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road)Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to read that your little one has had such a wonderful experience with us! Our warm, supportive and nurturing team are so passionate about helping children learn and grow. Forest school sessions allow children to spend valuable time outdoors, developing important skills like problem solving and teamwork.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.861)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.861) out of 10 for Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road) 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 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.861 for Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road) is calculated as follows: ( (218 Excellents x 5) + (31 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 251 Ratings = 4.861
  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 Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road) is based on 21 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 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 30 number of registered child places is 6, which has been reached with 21 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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Meet the Team (1)

Natalie

Natalie

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2024

Natalie is a highly experienced nursery manager with ten years of leadership in childcare. She holds a level three qualification in childcare and has earned various certificates, including Paediatric First Aid and Special Educational Needs training. As a dedicated mother, Natalie understands the importance of a nurturing environment. Before transitioning to childcare, Natalie gained valuable experience working in care homes. Natalie's blend of professional expertise and personal insight ensures a safe and enriching setting for every child in her care.

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