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Holly Tree Montessori Nursery # Holly Tree Montessori Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb 2024) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 108 Edgeley Road, Edgeley, Stockport, SK3 0TT · Stockport Number of places 42 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Stockport 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 " The nursery provides early education for children from 9 months up to school age, aiming to foster independence and a love for learning. They incorporate government funding schemes to make childcare accessible, including both 15 and 30-hour entitlements, and offer flexibility in session types while ensuring provision of meals and hygiene products for private paying families. For funded children, there's an optional daily charge to cover these consumables. The nursery is committed to creating a positive and stimulating atmosphere where children can thrive, as evidenced by numerous positive parent reviews highlighting the dedicated staff and the significant developmental progress children make. Our ethos Our Montessori ethos is that we give every child, ‘Time, Respect and Trust’. What it's like The motto of 'time, respect and trust' is truly embedded across this inspirational nursery. Children's laughter fills the air and their eagerness to learn is truly palpable. The highly experienced and qualified staff team know children exceptionally well. Montessori ethos Government funding accepted Meals and consumables provided Nurturing environment ## Pricing & funding Charges for non-funded, private days include all meals, snacks, and hygiene consumables. For funded days, an optional daily consumable charge is applied to cover these items. No standard private session fees are provided. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - An optional daily consumable charge applies to funded days to cover meals, hygiene items, and outings. - Meals, snacks, and hygiene consumables are included in standard private fees. ## Key facts Food Meals/snacks and hygiene consumables provided for private paying children. Optional charge for funded children. Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Holly Tree Montessori Nursery Last inspected 16 February 2024 · Luke Heaney 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 The motto of 'time, respect and trust' is truly embedded across this inspirational nursery. Children's laughter fills the air and their eagerness to learn is truly palpable. The highly experienced and qualified staff team know children exceptionally well. Inspector highlights - The manager leads the nursery with an absolute conviction that all children will flourish. - Staff use their expert knowledge of child development to plan an incredibly rich curriculum. - There is terrific support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who speak English as an additional language. - Partnership working is a golden thread. Parents were universally positive in their appreciation of the nursery. - Leaders provide staff with a highly tailored programme of professional development. Inspection #10305275 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242975) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Holly Tree Montessori Nursery Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10305275 Lead inspector Luke Heaney Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242975)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY275469) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](http://www.hollytreemontessorinursery.co.uk/) 108 Edgeley Road, Edgeley, Stockport, SK3 0TT Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm [© 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#/-2.18069/53.39917/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Stockport - [Day nurseries in Stockport](/search?q=Stockport) - [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=holly-tree-montessori-nursery-sk3-0tt-ey275469) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision There is terrific support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who speak English as an additional language. Staff leave no stone unturned in their pursuit to ensure that children get the support that they rightly deserve. Staff are skilled and well trained to lead on adapting learning for children. Gaps in learning close rapidly and children flourish. Outdoor space Close monitoring of changes to the outdoor provision have been highly successful in helping children to thrive in their creativity and imagination. Leaders help staff to gain the knowledge and skills to support children in achieving the best outcomes. For example, staff have a thorough understanding of how to support children's large-muscle skills. Children show excellent physical dexterity while taking part in football and yoga lessons. They giggle with delight while completing assault courses and develop new skills while using scooters. ## Parent Reviews of Holly Tree Montessori Nursery 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLIDNy3HG-qq2FkAzCtcKW3dNm-25mziWo1sEk2e8COMl7sBw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Joe Sheehan 6 months ago The best nursery! 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[See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9589219609730364670&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2011 - February 2024 Outstanding - February 2018 Outstanding - October 2013 Outstanding - March 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Holly Tree Montessori Nursery ### What is Holly Tree Montessori Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees for Holly Tree Montessori Nursery? ### Does Holly Tree Montessori Nursery accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Holly Tree Montessori Nursery? ### Does Holly Tree Montessori Nursery support children with special educational needs or disabilities? ### What is the educational philosophy at Holly Tree Montessori Nursery? ### Do children get to play outdoors at Holly Tree Montessori Nursery? ### Can I contact Holly Tree Montessori Nursery directly? ## About the setting Holly Tree Montessori Nursery registered in 2003 and is located in Stockport, Manchester. The nursery employs 21 members of childcare staff, 17 of whom hold early years qualifications at level 2 and above. The nursery opens all year round, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY275469 Registered person Holly Tree Montessori Nursery Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Outstanding ## Nearby day nurseries in Stockport Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Holly Tree Montessori Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Hazel Tree Montessori Nursery Stockport · SK3 9NQ ](/nursery/hazel-tree-montessori-nursery-limited-sk3-9nq-307154) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Tiny Stars Day Nursery, Edgeley Stockport · SK3 9JH 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/tiny-stars-day-nursery-edgeley-sk3-9jh-2605079) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Giggles Private Day Nursery Stockport · SK3 9LA 4.8(20 reviews) ](/nursery/little-giggles-private-day-nursery-sk3-9la-ey473831) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Just 4 Two's Pre-School @ Bridgehall Stockport · SK3 8NR ](/nursery/just-4-two-s-pre-school-bridgehall-sk3-8nr-ey460762) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Cheadle Hulme Cheadle · SK8 2JF 4.8(12 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-cheadle-hulme-sk8-2jf-ey486949) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Elm Cottage Day Nursery Stockport · SK4 2HS 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/elm-cottage-day-nursery-sk4-2hs-307135) [See all nurseries in Stockport →](/search?q=Stockport) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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