Mini Montesaurs Ltd

My son Harry had his first taster session at Mini Montesaurs in August 2021. As a first time mum, I was incredibly nervous about being away from him having spent the last 9 months on maternity leave with him. We started a very gradual introduction to Mini Montesaurs and he immediately took to Bianca. And I have to say, we did too! She totally understood my apprehension at leaving him, and being a mum herself, really empathised with my upcoming return to work. Bianca and her team have made this transition flawless. What with Bianca’s caring and attentive nature with Harry, and the setting itself, I instantly felt confident and happy that Harry was going to be cared for and taught with the utmost care and attention, in a beautiful environment. Harry is now 2, turning 3 in November. His speech is developing everyday, his physical abilities come on leaps and bounds week by week, and he is always busy. Bianca engages with the local community whether it be Forest School in the local greenspace, visits to the local church or litter picking in the village. I could not ask for more in what my son is being shown, taught and the principles he’s picking up along the way. I’m kept in the loop everyday with pictures and messages, and drop off and pick up is always handled impeccably (even when Harry has woken up on the wrong side of the bed!). I thank my lucky stars everyday that we found Bianca. As a full time working mum, the “mum guilt” at not being the one caring for him most of the time hits me hard some days. But knowing he is in such capable hands of Bianca and her team always quashes that guilt. I truly believe he is blossoming under her care, and I look forward to seeing him continue to flourish for the rest of his time at Mini Montesaurs.

As a first time Mum, I was really anxious about where to send my daughter when I returned to work. She had only been left with my parents a handful of times at this stage too so I was really nervous. As soon as I met Bianca, who came personally recommended to me by a family member and a friend, I knew she was the one for us! Me and my daughter both look forward to the days she is in with Bianca and everyone at Mini Montesaurs. As a busy Mum, it gives me the reassurance that she gets the education and other experiences that I don’t always get chance to do with her at home. I also appreciate the feedback and updates Bianca gives me, again as a first time Mum it’s nice to know where she is up to with her development. I also love getting photo updates throughout the day seeing what she’s up to. Strangers comment on how advanced my daughter is, in comparison to other children too which I believe is down to the one on one support and care she receives at Biancas rather than going into a larger setting nursery. Mini Montesaurs gives me the reassurance and confidence to be able to concentrate on work and to not be worrying about my daughter all day. I have recommended Bianca and Mini Montesaurs to several friends and if I have any more children, I would definitely send them too! Mini Monteasaurs feels like a home from home, where my daughters routine was always upheld. We are amazed at some of the things she comes out with that she has learnt and her social skills. She is a credit to us, she is often commented on by strangers but she is also a credit to Bianca and Mini Montesaurs.

Rex started at Mini Montesaurs when he was 10 months old and has literally had a ball the whole time he has been there, he is now 2 1/2 and still loving it. Every one of Rexs needs have been met and more! Going above and beyond to cater for his milk allergy and the routines we have. I never have any worries leaving him, he has made some really nice friends and formed such a lovely relationship with everyone there.. he comes home to tell us about his day. He has come on so much and loves all the learning and activities they all do together, we get updates on his progress and where he’s up to. On a whole we love sending him and Rex couldn’t be happier. Sent from my iPhone

I have nothing but praise for Bianca and her team. My twin girls have been with her for around 18 months and love every moment they spend at Mini Montesaurs. The level of care and education is far superior than I have ever experienced before. They settled very easily which was the first important point for me and have wonderful bond with everyone there. Bianca and the team provide a nurturing and caring environment and ensure the needs of my children are carefully considered and met. They are learning every day, but in a play focused manner as it should be. I am always impressed at the activities that are organized each day and it’s clear a high level or planning and preparation goes into each day. The setting is wonderful, we’ll prepared with lots of equipment. I would highly recommend Mini Montesaurs and am so sad that school starts in September, we don’t want to leave.

Mini Montesaurs have looked after our daughter since November 2021. During that time they have always been kind, caring and loving towards her. Initiative has been show when it comes to developing and preparing her for school and they have always been conscientious in guiding her and myself in areas we can focus on to build her skills and confidence. We feel the team go above and beyond and have introduced outside agency’s to help the children enjoy learning, e.g. singing and cycle buddies. We have now introduced our son into Mini Montesaurs and they are both thriving in the setting. We are very pleased with the care and provision provided, we would highly recommend Mini Montesaurs

My little girl started with Bianca and her team when she was just 9 months old. I was really apprehensive about leaving her to return to work but Bianca made me feel completely relaxed. Her and her team are friendly, caring and helpful. Their communication is brilliant and nothing is ever too much trouble for them. We receive regular updates about how she’s getting on, how she’s developing and what she will be learning to do next. Bianca’s knowledge of the EYFS curriculum is fantastic and the activities that she provides for the children in her care are always carefully planned to help them develop at their own pace. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Mini Montesaurs to anyone! My little girl loves it.

Such a lovely childcare setting - it really ticked all the boxes for what I wanted for my daughter, the structure, resources and range of activities of a nursery with the homeliness and one-on-one attention of a childminder. I was super nervous about sending my daughter into childcare after looking after her for 14 months, but Bianca made us feel really confident about it. She sent us daily updates and she settled very fast. I also really appreciate the amount and range of activities they do with the children, with weekly forest school sessions, music mornings and trips to the library, as well as one-off sessions. All alongside the setting itself which has a big outdoor play area and a wonderful purpose built building in the garden. My daughter had a wonderful time there and it really set my standards high for what childcare could be! She was always happy when we picked her up and really bonded with her caregivers.

Bianca and co have been fab from the beginning. From our initial inquiry, attending for a trial afternoon, all the way to our daughter attending 3 days a week now. A very calm, caring, engaging environment with lots of variety, but with firm boundaries! We feel there is a sense of individual attention and understanding that was absent in our previous nursery setting. Our daughter's mood and behaviour have improved since she started 7 weeks ago. Thank you!

Bianca has been childminding my son for 7 months now and I couldn’t be happier with the care she provides. Her home is always welcoming, clean and well organised. She provides a wide, fun range of activities including music lessons and Forrest school which my son loves! The food is healthy and homemade which is another important requirement for me. I would absolutely recommend Bianca as a great and reliable childminder.

This setting is just fantastic- nurturing, child led with an amazing outdoor provision. Everyday my child enjoys exploring outdoors as well as getting stuck into the Montessori experiences that Bianca and her team deliver. I particularly like the forest school sessions and music sessions - it really elevates this provision above other home based child care settings. I really like how children of different ages all interact with each other, gaining important social skills and milestones. Bianca’s experience in teaching EYFS really makes you feel secure in the knowledge that your child is being supported and challenged appropriately. I couldn’t recommend the setting enough.