--- title: "Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery in Colchester — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery # Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2022) · Christ Church, Welsely Hall, COLCHESTER, CO6 1TT · Essex Number of places 38 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected May 2022 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery, situated in a charming converted church in Coggeshall, offers an inspiring pre-school education for children from 6 months to 5 years old. The nursery is dedicated to fostering independence, communication, and social skills in a nurturing and welcoming Montessori environment. They aim to inspire young minds and lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning. The curriculum encompasses practical life skills, sensorial development, mathematics, language, cultural studies, art, and music, all delivered with a hands-on approach. The nursery also provides extra-curricular activities such as drama, yoga, gardening, cooking, and science. The team is described as well-qualified, caring, and passionate, ensuring children flourish and become confident individuals. Our ethos The nursery is dedicated to fostering independence, communication, and social skills in a nurturing and welcoming Montessori environment. They aim to inspire young minds and lay a strong foundation for lifelong learning through a hands-on approach inspired by Montessori principles. What it's like Children are welcomed by kind, smiling staff who help them settle quickly and encourage independence. They learn in a safe, stimulating, language-rich environment, enjoy outdoor exploration and regular community outings, and benefit from staff support for their communication and personal development. Montessori Approach Converted Church Setting Inspiring Pre-School Education Hands-on Learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare - Optional IMP Daily Charge £16 / day ## Key facts Opening hours Open from 8am until 6pm on Monday to Thursday, and from 9am until 3pm on Friday, during school term times. During some school holidays the nursery is open from 8am until 6pm, Monday to Thursday. Age range 6 months - 5 years Term time / All Year Mixed Established 2000 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery Inspection date May 2022 Inspection no. 10127346 Lead inspector Lorraine Pike Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50186883)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/404692) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=absolute-angels-montessori-nursery-co6-1tt) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery Last inspected 24 May 2022 · Lorraine Pike Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are welcomed by kind, smiling staff who help them settle quickly and encourage independence. They learn in a safe, stimulating, language-rich environment, enjoy outdoor exploration and regular community outings, and benefit from staff support for their communication and personal development. Inspector highlights - Children are greeted by kind and smiling staff who help them to settle quickly. - Children are independent and motivated learners and benefit from a language-rich environment. - Children enjoy regular outdoor exercise, fresh air, and outings that support physical skills and community awareness. - Staff swiftly identify children who need additional support and work with parents and other professionals to provide appropriate plans and support. - Parent partnerships are strong with frequent updates and information evenings led by the principal. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to provide higher levels of teaching and interactions to further extend children's learning experiences - 2 develop partnerships with all other settings that children attend, to promote continuity in children's learning and development. Inspection #10127346 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50186883) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager and staff swiftly identify children who need additional support and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities through their regular assessments and work in partnership with parents and other professionals to ensure a suitable curriculum is put in place. Where formal plans are needed, these are completed in time for children to move on to the next stage in their learning with the correct level of support. Outdoor space Children enjoy lots of exercise and fresh air to support their physical skills and health; they confidently ride tricycles, skip and assess risks as they jump off tree stumps. Older children thoroughly enjoy exploring outdoors, handling worms and snails, and benefit from regular outings in the local community where they learn about road safety. Inspection history Date: May 2011 - May 2022 Good - December 2015 Outstanding - May 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery ### What age children does Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery take? ### Which area does Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery serve? ### What are the opening hours at Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery? ### Which funded childcare options are accepted at Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in COLCHESTER Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Absolute Angels Montessori Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Little Peeps Nursery Colchester · CO5 9QB ](/nursery/little-peeps-nursery-co5-9qb-ey274002) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.5 mi ### Dalemor Explorer Nursery Colchester · CO6 2NS ](/nursery/dalemor-explorer-nursery-co6-2ns-2805369) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Brimpton House Nursery Colchester · CO5 9AE ](/nursery/brimpton-house-nursery-co5-9ae-ey310474) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.2 mi ### Silver Steps Day Care Witham · CM8 3QG ](/nursery/silver-steps-day-care-ltd-cm8-3qg-ey562204) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.7 mi ### The Barn Nursery School Halstead · CO9 1QY 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/the-barn-nursery-school-co9-1qy-ey490758) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Honeybear House Day Nursery Witham · CM8 2SD 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/honeybear-house-day-nursery-cm8-2sd-ey276157) [See all nurseries in COLCHESTER →](/search?q=COLCHESTER) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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