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Storybook Montessori # Storybook Montessori Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · Memorial House, High Street, Ascot, SL5 7JH · Windsor and Maidenhead Number of places 90 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Windsor and Maidenhead About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Storybook Montessori in Ascot, SL5 7JH, registered in June 2015, offers childcare on non-domestic premises. The nursery operates all year round, Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm, following the well-regarded Montessori approach. It caters to children aged 0-4 years and has a capacity for 90 children, with 113 currently on roll. The dedicated staff team of 26, with 13 holding Level 2 or above qualifications, ensures a nurturing environment. Parents appreciate the very good partnerships with staff, who share daily updates and use an online app to keep them informed about their child's learning journey. Children confidently enter the nursery, settling easily into engaging activities, and parents express extreme happiness with the care provided. Unique aspects include children learning about different countries and cultures, participating in forest-school sessions, enjoying freshly cooked meals from the nursery chef, and having opportunities to voice their ideas through a 'children's committee'. What it's like Confident children enter the nursery and part from their parents with ease, settling quickly into chosen activities. They develop good physical skills outdoors and show perseverance in tasks. Children behave well, supported by clear expectations and a caring ethos, which aids their self-esteem. Montessori approach Good behaviour fostered Strong parent partnerships Engaging outdoor play Cultural awareness Healthy meals ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year All\_year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Storybook Montessori Last inspected 12 June 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Confident children enter the nursery and part from their parents with ease, settling quickly into chosen activities. They develop good physical skills outdoors and show perseverance in tasks. Children behave well, supported by clear expectations and a caring ethos, which aids their self-esteem. Inspector highlights - Confident children enter the nursery and part from their parents with ease, greeted by smiling staff. - Children show good perseverance skills, for example, hammering nails into wood and carefully walking across planks on tyres. - The pre-school room effectively prepares children for school through activities like using sandpaper letters for letter formation. - Staff provide a curriculum that blends Montessori ethos with children's interests, offering a wide range of engaging learning activities. - Staff morale is high, and leaders prioritise staff well-being, ensuring manageable workloads. - Partnerships with parents are very good, with staff sharing information daily and via an online app. - Children celebrate diverse faiths and cultures, with staff wearing traditional outfits and children tasting traditional foods. - The nursery chef provides freshly cooked, homemade meals, supporting children's independence during mealtimes. - Staff effectively support children's communication skills, introducing new words and using Makaton signs. - Staff value children's views, accommodating their ideas through a 'children's committee' to choose activities and resources. Areas to develop - 1 focus the intent of activities more closely on what children need to learn next - 2 develop further the supervision sessions for staff to better support them in raising their practice to a higher level. Inspection #10288921 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222813) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Storybook Montessori Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10288921 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222813)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY484779) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=storybook-montessori-sl5-7jh-ey484779) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children regularly play outdoors and enjoy climbing, running and jumping, showing good concentration and developing physical skills. Older children also benefit from forest-school sessions that explore the natural environment and teach new skills. Inspection history Date: November 2017 - June 2023 Good - November 2017 Good ## Frequently asked about Storybook Montessori ### Is Storybook Montessori a day nursery or preschool? ### What is the address of Storybook Montessori? ### What stands out about the care and learning at Storybook Montessori? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ascot Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Storybook Montessori. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Old School Day Nursery Ascot · SL5 8LA ](/nursery/old-school-day-nursery-sl5-8la-2634774) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### The Ascot Day Nursery Ascot · SL5 8LA 3.7(6 reviews) ](/nursery/the-ascot-day-nursery-sl5-8la-2706009) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Edith Rose Nurseries Ascot Ascot · SL5 7NW ](/nursery/edith-rose-nurseries-ltd-ascot-sl5-7nw-ey413222) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Puddleduck Preschool in Ascot (Priory Road) Ascot · SL5 8RT 4.8(13 reviews) ](/nursery/ascot-priory-day-nursery-and-pre-school-sl5-8rt-2785725) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Sunninghill Playcentre Sunninghill · SL5 9NF ](/nursery/sunninghill-playcentre-sl5-9nf-ey423197) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.4 mi ### St Martin's Day Nursery Ascot · SL5 8RR 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/st-martin-s-day-nursery-sl5-8rr-2785731) [See all nurseries in Ascot →](/search?q=Ascot) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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