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Ashton House Nursery # Ashton House Nursery in Frodsham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Simons Lane, Frodsham, WA6 6HE · Cheshire West and Chester Number of places 126 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2022 Local authority Cheshire West and Chester About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Ashton House Nursery, a family-operated institution since 1988, is passionately dedicated to outdoor childcare, believing that children flourish when connecting with nature and engaging in adventurous play. The nursery emphasises daily outdoor exploration for all ages, with Forest School sessions integrated into their routine within on-site woodlands. They aim to provide a nurturing environment where children can build resilience, self-belief, and strong character traits through hands-on experiences. The nursery operates across two picturesque locations, Ashton Hayes near Chester and Frodsham, both offering substantial natural spaces for children to thrive. A key aspect of their approach is encouraging children to learn how to ride bikes, utilising balance bikes to enhance coordination and confidence. The dedicated staff team, seen as role models, are highly qualified and deeply committed to the nursery's ethos, fostering a family-like atmosphere where children feel supported and invested in their development. Our ethos Family owned and run since 1988, we are driven by a passion and vision for outdoor childcare. Children are happiest and healthiest within the fresh air of our extensive natural environments, where they are free to connect to nature and to take risks, developing their resilience, self-belief and character. We are hugely passionate about providing a special place where children can create positive memories that they can cherish for a lifetime. Forest school sessions are run in our on-site woodlands as part of daily life. The spectacular surroundings of our two sites at Ashton Hayes, near Chester and Frodsham are unrivaled, providing substantial natural space where our children thrive. We feel proud of every child who is privileged to experience the Ashton House Way. Outdoor learning is at the heart of everything we do at Ashton House, providing every child with the freedom to connect to nature and learn more about the world around them, taking risks and testing out their ideas through authentic ‘hands on’ experiences. Our children thrive and develop a strong sense of character, determined and able to face the challenges that await them with resilience and kindness, compassion, appreciation and courage. What it's like Children arrive excitedly at this nurturing and friendly nursery and feel safe and secure, enjoying activities such as nursery rhymes, personal photo albums and outdoor foraging. Staff set high expectations for behaviour and have prioritised children's physical development after the pandemic, providing a broad curriculum that fosters confidence and a love of learning. Forest School Outdoor-focused Family-owned ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Ashton House Nursery Inspection date Sept 2022 Inspection no. 10249195 Lead inspector Deborah Magee Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50196778)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2594006) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.ashtonhousenursery.co.uk) Simons Lane, Frodsham, WA6 6HE [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.72475/53.27898/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Frodsham - [Day nurseries in Frodsham](/search?q=Frodsham) - [Day nurseries in North West](/search?q=North+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=ashton-house-nursery-wa6-6he-2594006) ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.ashtonhousenursery.co.uk/request-information-fees) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon 8am - 6pm Tue 8am - 6pm Wed 8am - 6pm Thu 8am - 6pm Fri 8am - 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2020 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Ashton House Nursery Last inspected 16 September 2022 · Deborah Magee Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children arrive excitedly at this nurturing and friendly nursery and feel safe and secure, enjoying activities such as nursery rhymes, personal photo albums and outdoor foraging. Staff set high expectations for behaviour and have prioritised children's physical development after the pandemic, providing a broad curriculum that fosters confidence and a love of learning. Inspector highlights - Nurturing and friendly environment where children feel safe and secure - Strong focus on supporting children's physical development following the pandemic - Staff model language well and support communication and language development - Children are motivated learners who enjoy rich outdoor experiences, including planting, harvesting and obstacle courses - Strong partnerships with parents and agencies and a culture of respect Areas to develop - 1 develop staff skills and knowledge so all staff know how to help children make the best possible progress in their development - 2 enhance the curriculum to help children to consistently understand differences and similarities between people, cultures and communities different to their own. Inspection #10249195 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50196778) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children develop a real interest in learning outdoors; they walk a daily mile, forage for fruit and leaves, pick apples, dig in soil, plant and harvest fruit and vegetables, use posters to identify birds and work together to create obstacle courses. Pre-school children practise physical skills outdoors, for example, balancing and learning to ride two-wheel bicycles. ## Parent Reviews of Ashton House Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXbcQYB1IH7u7P4ABT5uFKh9HDakFOxktzWB7q14Gnq7z39aDgaZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) James Rose a month ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCblltSjJkVEpYTFZOWGQxOVZVMGxJVjBGcU1HYxAB!2m1!1s0x487ae3af09e17941:0x1bd0561f6c5e9f24) Reviews from Google for Ashton House Nursery. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50196778) ## Frequently asked about Ashton House Nursery ### Is Ashton House Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Ashton House Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Ashton House Nursery cost? ### Does Ashton House Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Ashton House Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Ashton House Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Ashton House Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Ashton House Nursery accept? ### Does Ashton House Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Ashton House Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Ashton House Nursery? ### How do I contact Ashton House Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Frodsham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Ashton House Nursery. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### KiddiCove Day Nursery Frodsham · WA6 6XN 5.0(10 reviews) ](/nursery/kiddicove-day-nursery-limited-wa6-6xn-2871150) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Thrive Frodsham Hill Frodsham · WA6 6XR 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/thrive-frodsham-hill-wa6-6xr-ey562723) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### Applebees Pre-School Frodsham · WA6 7LE ](/nursery/applebees-pre-school-wa6-7le-ey499713) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.8 mi ### Kids Planet Frodsham Frodsham · WA6 7JA ](/nursery/kids-planet-frodsham-wa6-7ja-2495355) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.4 mi ### Horn's Mill Pre-School CIO Frodsham · WA6 0ED ](/nursery/horn-s-mill-pre-school-cio-wa6-0ed-ey497485) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Beechwood Nursery & Pre-school Runcorn · WA7 2TT ](/nursery/beechwood-nursery-pre-school-ltd-wa7-2tt-2770820) [See all nurseries in Frodsham →](/search?q=Frodsham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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