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Staff collaborate with professionals, including special educational needs coordinators and local authorities, and work closely with parents to ensure each child receives comprehensive and tailored support within the inclusive educational environment." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents observe that children at Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery demonstrate exceptionally high levels of confidence and independence, using complex words and asking many questions, which reflects their curiosity. 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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery # Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Apr 2022) · Bardfield Montessori, Braintree Road, Braintree, CM7 4PY · Essex Number of places 45 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 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 Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery, located in Great Bardfield near Braintree, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from 6 months up to school age. Housed in a charming converted barn on Bluegates Farm, the nursery benefits from its countryside surroundings, providing ample opportunities for outdoor exploration, including interaction with farm animals and nature walks. " Children have the freedom to move between indoor and outdoor spaces, selecting activities that align with their individual developmental pace and interests. The nursery prides itself on a dedicated team of long-serving and qualified staff, including degree-level educated Director and Manager, who are committed to delivering exceptional care and early experiences. They emphasise creating a joyful classroom atmosphere where children develop confidence, politeness, and a readiness for new challenges. The nursery aims to support each child in reaching their full potential, embracing diversity and providing inclusive education. Parents are viewed as key partners in their child’s education and are encouraged to participate in nursery life. Our ethos The nursery's educational approach is rooted in the Montessori curriculum, utilising a "prepared environment" to encourage independent learning. They foster a joyful atmosphere where children can freely explore indoor and outdoor spaces, choosing activities that match their developmental pace and interests, aiming to build confidence, politeness, and readiness for challenges. Bardfield Montessori also values parents as essential partners in their child's education. What it's like Children show exceedingly high levels of confidence and independence, using complex words and asking many questions that demonstrate curiosity and eagerness to learn. They handle real-life resources with care and use their imaginative skills to create elaborate play scenarios. Babies consistently work above expected levels of development, showcasing their ability to use small beakers and pour milk from glass jugs. Montessori Education Farm Animals Interaction Outdoor Classroom Countryside Setting Dedicated Long-Serving Staff ## Pricing & funding Fees are calculated using a flat hourly rate regardless of the child's age, combined with a daily charge for the Integrated Montessori Package. Charges are billed as a fixed monthly amount. Government funding is accepted and stretched across the entire year. 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 - unfunded extended school day hourly rate £8.25 / hour - unfunded extended all day hourly rate £8.00 / hour - Integrated Montessori Package Fee (IMPF) £27.00 / day - Transition Charge £80.00 - Late payment charge £50.00 See 53 more Good to know - Funding is stretched to all year round. - Fees are payable monthly by standing order on the 1st of each month. - Late payments incur an automatic fee of £50.00 every five days. - A 5% discount is offered for children attending five days a week all year round. - Term-time only places are limited; ad-hoc sessions can be booked if space permits. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10237170 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184262)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2615553) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bardfield-montessori-day-nursery-cm7-4py-2615553) ## Key facts Food All home-cooked meals, snacks, teas, nappies and wipes are included in the fees. Fully funded children must bring a packed lunch and provide their own nappies and wipes. Waitlist Waiting list operates; priority given to full-time, all-year-round attendees, then staff children, and siblings of existing children. Opening hours Monday to Friday, 07:30-18:00, 51 weeks a year (closed between Christmas and New Year). Age range 6 months to compulsory school age Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery Last inspected 13 April 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding What it's like to attend Children show exceedingly high levels of confidence and independence, using complex words and asking many questions that demonstrate curiosity and eagerness to learn. They handle real-life resources with care and use their imaginative skills to create elaborate play scenarios. Babies consistently work above expected levels of development, showcasing their ability to use small beakers and pour milk from glass jugs. Inspector highlights - Children have fantastic opportunities to learn about the world around them, such as by incubating and hatching ducklings. - Staff are very intuitive and quickly build on children's emerging play, knowing when to support and when to let children problem-solve independently. - The management team is exceptionally strong, combining the Montessori ethos with an ambitious curriculum to promote exceptional progress for all children. - Staff morale is exceedingly good, with effective communication and exceptional manners role-modelled. - Children have lots of opportunities to make choices, including selecting and preparing healthy snacks and enjoying nutritious home-cooked meals. Inspection #10237170 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184262) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive excellent levels of support. Staff meet with professionals, such as special educational needs coordinators and the local authority, who work alongside parents to support children. Outdoor space Children's welfare and physical health are exceptionally well supported. Babies wear all-in-one suits to protect their clothes while they crawl, climb and generally enjoy getting messy in the extensive outdoor area. Older children immerse themselves in more physically demanding play as they challenge themselves to balance and climb between different sized tree trunk stumps. Inspection history Most recent inspection 13 April 2022 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184262) ## Frequently asked about Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery ### Is Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery cost? ### Does Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery accept? ### Does Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery? ### How do I contact Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Braintree Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Blooming Futures Daycare Braintree · CM7 4BP 5.0(11 reviews) ](/nursery/blooming-futures-daycare-limited-cm7-4bp-2654357) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Stebbing Green Day Nursery Dunmow · CM6 3TD ](/nursery/stebbing-green-day-nursery-cm6-3td-ey554348) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.4 mi ### Maynard Montessori - Stebbing Dunmow · CM6 3SH ](/nursery/maynard-montessori-stebbing-cm6-3sh-ey337575) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.2 mi ### Westwood Montessori Saffron Walden · CB10 2SA ](/nursery/westwood-montessori-cb10-2sa-ey337582) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.7 mi ### The Barn Nursery Thaxted · CM6 2NJ ](/nursery/the-barn-nursery-cm6-2nj-ey540176) [See all nurseries in Braintree →](/search?q=Braintree) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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