Montessori by Busy Bees Fortune Green is a nursery in London, NW6 1DR. The nursery is part of the larger Busy Bees childcare group, which prides itself on offering high-quality early childhood education and care.
Emphasising a comprehensive approach to child development, the nursery incorporates the Montessori method, fostering an environment where children can learn independently and at their own pace. A key feature of Busy Bees nurseries is the 'Busy Bees One' package, which includes NHS-accredited, freshly prepared meals and essential consumables like nappies and wipes, aiming to simplify daily routines for parents and ensure children receive nutritious food.
The nursery focuses on making mealtimes an integral part of the learning experience, contributing to the development of social skills and healthy eating habits. They are committed to continuous improvement, with their educational approach being developed in collaboration with educators globally and evaluated by institutions like the Open University.
The nursery also actively supports various government funding schemes for childcare, guiding parents through the available options to make childcare more accessible and affordable.
What it's like
Leaders and staff implement effective procedures to provide a safe and happy space for children. They create nurturing and affectionate relationships, which help children to feel settled and secure. Children confidently interact with others and make choices about what they want to do.
Funding accepted
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
Food
Three nutritious and balanced meals per day, freshly prepared on-site by a chef, with NHS Startwell accredited menus, plus a range of snacks and drinks. Unlimited nappies, wipes and sun cream also included in the 'Busy Bees One' package. Packed lunches are not permitted if opting out of Busy Bees One, only home-prepared hot meals.
Term time / All Year
All Year
Last inspected 14 August 2024
What it's like to attend
Leaders and staff implement effective procedures to provide a safe and happy space for children. They create nurturing and affectionate relationships, which help children to feel settled and secure. Children confidently interact with others and make choices about what they want to do.
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Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak highly of the caring and dedicated staff.
They say that they are well informed about their children's experiences and learning at the nursery.
Inclusion & environment
Leaders know how to seek advice and support from other professionals if children need additional help with their learning. They describe how strong partnership working helps all children to make the best possible progress.
Staff promote healthy lifestyles for children. This includes daily opportunities for children to be physically active, indoors and outdoors.
Busy Bees fortune Green is an amazing setting. The staff are lovely, caring and genuine people who actually care about the children. Every day the children have a variety of activities whilst also attending to children’s individual needs. I made a move from another busy bee setting to come here, it was the best decision I made and I wish I had done it sooner.
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Both our children attend Busy Bees at Fortune Green and it's been an amazing experience! The team are lovely including the great chef. Our little ones are very happy there and it's given them a brilliant start.
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Arranged a viewing at this nursery for nobody to be around to show us around, they had taken the children out to a public open space behind the nursery. Which the chef had informed me. I wouldn't mind but I have 3 children under 2 and half to get out of the house so was a waste of my time. I walked passed that way as I had to get back to my car, in which I wasn't impressed. Staff seemed to be having a nice chat while children looked unattended and I don't feel this is safe in a public space. I'm glad I saw this as I wouldn't be comfortable with my children attending here.
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I recently had the pleasure of enrolling my son in Montessori by Busy Bees Fortune Green, and I must say it has been an exceptional experience. As a concerned parent, I had certain expectations for a nursery, and I'm thrilled to share that this nursery exceeded them all. Here's why I highly recommend this nursery: Warm and Caring Environment: From the moment I stepped into I felt the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff members are compassionate, nurturing, and genuinely care for the children. Highly Qualified and Engaging Staff: They have extensive knowledge and experience in child development, and it shows in the way they interact with the children. Comprehensive Curriculum: The activities are designed to stimulate creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking skills. Safe and Stimulating Facilities: The nursery provides a safe and secure environment for children to learn and play. They go outside daily to encourage physical activity and exploration. Nutritious Meals: The nursery understands the importance of a balanced diet for growing children. Overall, I cannot recommend this nursery enough. It has exceeded my expectations in every way, providing a nurturing and enriching environment for my child's early years. The dedication, expertise, and love displayed by the staff make it a standout choice for any parent seeking a top-notch nursery. I am grateful for the positive impact it has had on their development.
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We’ve sent both our DS to this nursery over the last 3 years. The consistency of care is fantastic; same consistent carers mean they have really taken care and helped our sons to develop. They worked with us through any “leaps”, teething or potty training situations. The chef David has been amazing, catering to their dietary needs (vegetarian, no onion/ garlic) with a smile and enthusiasm. The boys over the years have really enjoyed each day and their time especially with the Montessori approach. We get verbal feedback at the end of each day (whether a quick brief or more detailed as required). We loved that the boys were taken outside to the green common next door whenever feasible and were exposed weekly to music afternoons and exercise / sport sessions. They come back having painted, played, read books, learnt about culture and everything in between. The carers have been amazing - Kim, Rosa, Camilla, Lucy, Tiana, Prima, Cara, Leena, and recently Saheeda - we’ve known most of these over the last 3 years if not all of them (and they are still there!) - that consistency of presence and care has been incredible in providing a “second home” to our children. They know our boys, and saw them grow up from less than 12 months of age to 3 years. It was a really warming and caring environment which helped nurture our sons at such a young age. The love given to them (even at their worst times) was and has been invaluable. We’ve (all of us) had a truly happy experience with the fortune green team. From our perspective and from what I heard from parents at other nurseries, this is the one of the best nurseries in West Hampstead; despite others perhaps being more convenient location wise, or “newer”. Finally, this review has not come as a one-off assessment or as a new parent who recently joined; it’s over 2-3 years of experience with two very different type of DS. Thank you to the fortune green team for being there with us for our boys; my wife and I will not forget our time together and for ALL the right reasons. Lots of love S&K, A&V.
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Date: July 2015
Mace Montessori Nursery registered in 2014 and is located in the London Borough of Camden. It is one of a chain of nurseries that are operated by Busy Bees. The nursery employs 12 members of childcare staff, seven of whom hold early years qualifications, two hold qualified teacher status and five are qualified at level 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am to 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
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