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EDMUNDS, IP29 5AU · Suffolk Number of places 32 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Dec 2022 Local authority Suffolk 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 Colourbox Montessori School, established in 1992 by Susie Norman, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment across various Suffolk locations, including Bury St Edmunds, using the Montessori approach combined with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The school focuses on fostering independence, curiosity, and a lifelong passion for learning in young children. Their environments are designed to encourage exploration, stimulate cognitive development, and support children's growing desire for freedom and independence. Highly experienced staff listen to children's ideas, follow their interests, value their uniqueness, and respect their choices, guiding them to become confident and competent learners. The school also provides a calm and consistent atmosphere where children can create, play, make friends, and develop individually and as part of a group. Parents have access to a dedicated online zone with essential information regarding their child's attendance and experience. Our ethos Colourbox Montessori School aims to foster independence, curiosity, and a lifelong passion for learning by providing a nurturing and stimulating environment. Their approach, combining the Montessori method with the EYFS framework, encourages exploration and cognitive development within a calm, consistent atmosphere that respects individuality and guides children to become confident learners. What it's like Children arrive enthusiastic and motivated to learn, exploring a wealth of resources that support their individual development. Skilful practitioners extend and embed children's learning, for example, by using a map to show children the countries where birds come from. Children challenge themselves with activities and enthusiastically build on their own learning, such as progressing from pouring large jugs to small funnels. Montessori Approach Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Child-led Exploration ## 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://colourboxmontessori.co.uk/red-lodge-nursery-celebrates-top-rating) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Colourbox Montessori School, Barrow Inspection date Dec 2022 Inspection no. 10262916 Lead inspector Denise Clayton Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205017)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2611543) 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://colourboxmontessori.co.uk) Church Road, Barrow, BURY ST. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=colourbox-montessori-school-barrow-ip29-5au-2611543) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Colourbox Montessori School, Barrow Last inspected 7 December 2022 · Denise Clayton Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children arrive enthusiastic and motivated to learn, exploring a wealth of resources that support their individual development. Skilful practitioners extend and embed children's learning, for example, by using a map to show children the countries where birds come from. Children challenge themselves with activities and enthusiastically build on their own learning, such as progressing from pouring large jugs to small funnels. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers are inspirational and support practitioners to professionally develop. - The nursery curriculum has children at its heart, and practitioners know the children extremely well. - Children experience robust settling-in sessions, and parent partnerships are very important to practitioners. - All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make exceptional progress. - Children experience a wide range of vocabulary and have access to a wide range of books, both indoors and outdoors. Inspection #10262916 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50205017) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents praise practitioners for how well they support their children. They feel that practitioners are professional and friendly. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make exceptional progress. The special educational needs coordinator is passionate about her role and works closely with parents and other professionals to ensure that every child reaches their full potential. Children have plans in place if they need extra support. Outdoor space Children have access to a wide range of books, both indoors and outdoors. The inspector observed activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact these have on children's learning. Practitioners talk to children about how they should hold the nursery stick insect and discuss if they will find one in the garden. ## Parent Reviews of Colourbox Montessori School, Barrow 5.0 (7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX3lrKqtn9687ALHkCLyTdnHYn4-womGi-S88nx1LGNNYApdeU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Claire Dockerill 2 years ago Colourbox offers a warm and welcoming environment for children to learn, grow, and play. As a parent, I can confidently say that entrusting my child to the care of the dedicated staff at Colourbox has been one of the best decisions we’ve made. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNkLWZQUkVBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d845ecdd22a0ad:0x8c2c73544450353d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKm5zLrUNf6KbnbBSkByCu8VYCxft9tFf85kO7rgX3WARZP8g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Katie Perkin a year ago Thank you for providing such a wonderful setting for our daughter to flourish. She has progressed tremendously well over the last 2 years and loves her time spent with all her friends and all the staff right from the Nest upwards. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNieGE2bGFnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d845ecdd22a0ad:0x8c2c73544450353d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLfjpH1fefnNbPZNngGb856KobfSh0_KScLpm_5p9xyoA_8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Monkeybex 1708 2 years ago Colourbox montessori school in Barrow is warm and welcoming. And staff their are fantastic and well supportive to myself and my child that attended this setting. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNkNl92cXZRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d845ecdd22a0ad:0x8c2c73544450353d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKLZ2J-_WGBqu3pPYLH7AMwJsVN9RdGpQYAVs-VLPWa3iJxTw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jeremy Coldrey 3 years ago Our daughter loved her time at the Barrow Nest. A lovely team. Lots of activities throughout the day to keep her entertained. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSNlllT2RnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d845ecdd22a0ad:0x8c2c73544450353d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJen7_d9KNeDzH9nlrG0EJ9Ox4liEP2Ajikmx-FVNzIPorw_A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Katy Lambert 2 years ago Wonderful, kind staff in a beautiful village setting. My 1 year old has been extremely happy here so far. Would highly recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNkbWNxal9BRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d845ecdd22a0ad:0x8c2c73544450353d) Reviews from Google for Colourbox Montessori School, Barrow. 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