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Maynard Montessori - Stebbing # Maynard Montessori - Stebbing Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Oct 2024) · School House, High Street, DUNMOW, CM6 3SH · Essex Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2024 Local authority Essex About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Maynard Montessori - Stebbing, registered in 2009, is a childcare setting located in DUNMOW, CM6 3SH. The nursery operates during term time only, from Monday to Friday, with sessions running from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Offering 30 places, the nursery currently has 37 children on roll, ranging from 2 to 4 years old. The dedicated team includes eight childcare staff, six of whom hold qualifications at level 2 or above. The setting provides funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children and expertly embeds the Montessori method throughout its curriculum. Children are encouraged to explore a variety of learning experiences, from hammering golf tees into pumpkins to handling glass jugs and snipping flowers, fostering their perseverance and resilience. The nursery places a high priority on parent partnerships, ensuring parents are actively involved in their child's learning and development, and also provides strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). What it's like Children flourish and thrive in this delightful setting. They arrive with enormous smiles. The warm and receptive staff greet every child with a handshake and say, 'Good morning'. Very quickly, children settle into the warm and nurturing classroom and explore the vast array of learning experiences on offer. They seek out their friends and soon become deeply engaged in joyful play and learning. Montessori approach Outstanding education Exemplary behaviour Strong parent partnerships ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 2009 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Maynard Montessori - Stebbing Last inspected 11 October 2024 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Children flourish and thrive in this delightful setting. They arrive with enormous smiles. The warm and receptive staff greet every child with a handshake and say, 'Good morning'. Very quickly, children settle into the warm and nurturing classroom and explore the vast array of learning experiences on offer. They seek out their friends and soon become deeply engaged in joyful play and learning. Inspector highlights - Children flourish and thrive in this delightful setting, arriving with enormous smiles and settling quickly into the warm and nurturing classroom. - The Montessori method is expertly embedded, with children showing utmost skill in activities and progressing from simple to complex tasks. - Behaviour is exemplary, with children demonstrating care, respect for resources, and kindness towards others. - The curriculum is highly ambitious, with staff using expert knowledge to help children build and consolidate knowledge. - Children are developing essential skills for the future, preparing their own snacks and meals, and cleaning up afterwards. - Children approach physical play with incredible energy, exploring outdoor spaces with curiosity and developing understanding of plant growth and life cycles. - High priority is placed on parent partnerships, ensuring parents have a voice and are active participants in their child's learning. - Leaders show immense pride and passion, fostering a positive and open culture across the team with a commitment to professional development. Inspection #10354994 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260871) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Maynard Montessori - Stebbing Inspection date Oct 2024 Inspection no. 10354994 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50260871)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY337575) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=maynard-montessori-stebbing-cm6-3sh-ey337575) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the very best support to achieve the progress they are capable of. Parents speak highly of the team and have immense appreciation for the support children receive. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: June 2009 - October 2024 Outstanding - February 2015 Good - June 2009 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Maynard Montessori - Stebbing ### From what age does Maynard Montessori - Stebbing accept children? ### Is Maynard Montessori - Stebbing a day nursery or preschool? ### What part of the country is Maynard Montessori - Stebbing in? ### How is SEND support handled at Maynard Montessori - Stebbing? ### When is Maynard Montessori - Stebbing open? ### What stands out about the nursery’s practice? ## Nearby day nurseries in DUNMOW Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Maynard Montessori - Stebbing. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Stebbing Green Day Nursery Dunmow · CM6 3TD ](/nursery/stebbing-green-day-nursery-cm6-3td-ey554348) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Freedom Day Care Nursery Dunmow · CM6 1HU ](/nursery/freedom-day-care-nursery-cm6-1hu-ey374384) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.4 mi ### Flitch Green Pre-School Dunmow · CM6 3GG ](/nursery/flitch-green-pre-school-cm6-3gg-ey396577) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Whipper-snappers Daycare Nursery and Kids Club Felsted, Dunmow · CM6 3EF 4.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/whipper-snappers-daycare-nursery-and-kids-club-cm6-3ef-402288) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 2.8 mi ### Felsted Little Acorns Dunmow · CM6 3EB ](/nursery/felsted-little-acorns-cm6-3eb-404877) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.4 mi ### Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery Braintree · CM7 4PY ](/nursery/bardfield-montessori-day-nursery-cm7-4py-2615553) [See all nurseries in DUNMOW →](/search?q=DUNMOW) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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