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Frinton Montessori

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jul 2021)
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5.0(3 parent reviews) ·The Limes, Station Approach, Frinton On Sea, CO13 9JT · Essex
Number of places
17 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2021
Local authority
Essex

About this day nursery

5 and 4 years. The nursery operates during term-time, from Monday to Friday, offering day sessions from 8:15 AM to 3:45 PM.

Their philosophy is rooted in Montessori principles, aiming to cultivate confidence, resilience, and independence in young learners, fostering a lifelong love for learning. The Montessori approach at Frinton is holistic, focusing on the development of the whole child through specially designed resources.

The team, trained by Montessori Centre International, is committed to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where each child's unique learning journey is respected and valued. The nursery prides itself on building strong relationships with both children and their families through a "special person" approach and open communication.

Our ethos

Frinton Montessori's philosophy is rooted in Montessori principles, aiming to cultivate confidence, resilience, and independence in young learners and foster a lifelong love for learning. Their holistic approach focuses on the development of the whole child, respecting and valuing each child's unique learning journey through a "special person" approach.

What it's like

Children enter Frinton Montessori confidently with big smiles on their faces. They are greeted by an equally big smile from the nursery manager, who takes time to welcome each child and their parents individually. Children become immediately engaged and involved in play of their choice. They greet their friends with affection and begin their learning journey enthusiastically. Children are extremely articulate and hold purposeful conversations with the adults and their friends.

Montessori ApproachOfsted OutstandingTerm-time onlyNurturing Environment

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

8.15am - 3.45pm, Monday - Friday, term-time only

Age range

2.5 to 4 years old

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Session types

day sessions

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Frinton Montessori

Last inspected 5 July 2021 · Lynn Hughes

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 enter Frinton Montessori confidently with big smiles on their faces. They are greeted by an equally big smile from the nursery manager, who takes time to welcome each child and their parents individually. Children become immediately engaged and involved in play of their choice. They greet their friends with affection and begin their learning journey enthusiastically. Children are extremely articulate and hold purposeful conversations with the adults and their friends.

Inspector highlights

  • Leadership is exemplary.
  • Partnerships with parents are exceptionally good.
  • Staff superbly extend children's knowledge as they notice their immediate interests and thoroughly broaden and deepen children's understanding.
  • Staff and managers place extremely high emphasis on children's well-being.
  • Children regularly participate in mindfulness activities.
Inspection #10174109 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Many parents comment on the superb support they and their children received from the managers and staff during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic national lockdowns.

Parents say that a highlight was the Easter bonnet resources provided to the children at Easter, followed by a virtual Easter bonnet parade.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Managers help parents to seek the support that is available to them from other services for the full benefit of their children.

Outdoor space

A group of excited adventurers draw a map of the garden for the rest of their friends to follow to find the 'dinosaurs'. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Parent Reviews of Frinton Montessori

5.0
(3)
Kim Leaning
8 years ago

Although my daughter won't start nursery for another year, I know that this is the place I want to send her! We were given a tour and I was blown away with how all of the activities were entertaining yet also educational. The mother-and-daughter team running the nursery were incredibly friendly and helpful, but also very knowledgable about the Montessori approach. I think it's a massive benefit that they are both qualified teachers. I look forward to my daughter starting here!

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Emma Fennell
8 years ago

Having visited Frinton Montessori, I was so impressed by the quality of the facilities and the overall Montessori approach. So nice to find a nursery that is owned and run by two qualified teachers, it has definitely set the standard high...What a wonderful addition to Frinton!

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Kate
8 years ago

I brought my two year old to visit the nursery and she loved the child-friendly environment and Montessori activities. Brilliant preparation for primary school!

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

5 July 2021

Outstanding

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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