At Ashbridge Nursery Hutton, we adopt a whole child approach to early years care and have created a nurturing environment in which children can learn through exploration-led play. We encourage all children in Ashbridge Day Nurseries to develop a strong sense of independence to prepare them for their time in school and we believe this is achieved by developing strong bonds and attachments with our nurturing staff team, who will instil a high level of self esteem in our children.
Ashbridge Nursery Hutton
Our Hutton Nursery shares 11 acres of land with our leading independent school in Preston, offering children access to an outstanding range of purpose-built facilities, including a Forest School, on-site animals, a kitchen garden, and an indoor soft play area to support their learning and development.
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52-Week Care
Ashbridge Nursery Hutton offers 52-week care for infants from three months to four years old, where children will be nurtured by our highly qualified staff team, be free to roam our beautiful site and enjoy nutritionally balanced, no-added sugar meals.
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Outdoor Learning
Our Hutton Nursery offers unrivalled access to the outdoors. All classrooms have direct outdoor access and children benefit from outdoor sleeping.
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Soft Play
Children at Ashbridge Nursery Hutton have daily access to our indoor soft play area, where they love to climb, play and learn to take risks.
“Thank you for taking the time to visit our website and for showing an interest in Ashbridge Nursery Hutton.
Our fantastic staff team are dedicated, well-motivated and experienced, and this ensures the children flourish here at Ashbridge. We offer a nurturing and caring environment with a wide range of facilities to support the children including two forest areas, adventure playgrounds and a very popular ‘soft play area’.
We hope you have enjoyed discovering Ashbridge Nursery through our website but to truly appreciate our offering please call in for a tour of our facilities at a time that is convenient to you.
Thank you.”
| Chelsea Mounsey Head of Nursery |
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Qualifications
Childcare Level 3
Career Overview
I have worked at Ashbridge Nursery, Hutton, since June 2011. I started as an apprentice, completing my Level 3 qualification. I gained experience working across all age ranges in the nursery. Once my qualification was finished, I progressed to a Room Leader. In October 2018, I became a Team Leader and progressed to Head of Nursery in February 2023.
Professional and Personal Interests
I am passionate about giving children the best possible start to their early education. Seeing children grow, learn and develop throughout their journey with us. Instilling this into my staff team is crucial. In my spare time, I spend lots of time with my niece. I have a 4-year-old labrador, and I am a massive football fan!
Qualifications
Level 3 in Childcare, Level 3 in Leadership and Management, Level 3 in Health and Social Care
Career Overview
I started at Ashbridge in 2010 after many years of working alongside adults with additional needs. Soon after starting at Ashbridge, I began my NVQ Level 3 in childcare, working in the baby unit. I went on to complete an NVQ Level 3 in Leadership and Management in 2016, which helped me recognise different approaches to learning styles. In 2018, I went on maternity leave and returned in 2019 as a team leader then soon progressed to Nursery Manager. Since 2020, I have been the Curriculum and Practice Manager across the baby unit.
Professional and Personal Interests
I have a passion for children learning and exploring through the awe and wonder of the world, as well as building strong nurturing relationships with their key person. I also love to build relationships with parents and families, supporting each family in transitioning into Ashbridge.
I have two children who I love to spend time with outside of work. Having two boys means we are very active spending most of our time at football, martial arts, or tennis. We also enjoy going for walks, going on holiday to new countries, and staying in for movie nights.
Qualifications
NVQ Level 4
Career Overview
I began my early years career at Ashbridge in 2009. My role progressed to Room Leader, and I qualified as Level 4. I have experience in both the baby classes and the 2-3s classes. In 2016, I had my third child and returned to Ashbridge as a Team Leader to support our Room Leaders and their teams.
Professional and Personal Interests
All three of my children have attended Ashbridge Nursery and School and loved every aspect of their time here. Ashbridge is my family, and I’m looking forward to continuing to develop my knowledge and skills. I am very passionate about early years and, in my opinion, I have the best job in the world.
Outside of work, I love to spend time with my family, often baking and walking our dog, Baxter. I enjoy going to theme parks, concerts and the theatre and I’m a fan of Formula 1!
Qualifications
ILM L3 in Leadership and Management
AAT Level 3 in Accountancy
CIPD Associate in Human Resource Practice
Career Overview
With over 30 years of customer service and administration experience, I enjoy delivering a professional, courteous and friendly customer service. I am a compassionate and caring person who likes to nurture those around me, and I am adaptable, motivated, and lead by example. I enjoy learning new skills and use logical thinking to solve problems and improve processes.
Professional and Personal Interests
As a family, we enjoy camping, game nights, and walking our two dogs. My husband and I like motorbike touring and attending theatre performances, including musicals, plays, and ballet. I have diverse musical tastes and am an avid reader who always keeps a Kindle nearby.
Qualifications
First Class BA (Hons) Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status at Edge Hill University
Level Three Forest School Leader
Career Overview
I have been working at Ashbridge since April 2025. Prior to this, I worked as a Primary School Teacher for around five years in which I gained valuable experience of teaching children aged 4-11. Whilst teaching, I completed my Level 3 Forest School Leader Qualification and developed my knowledge and experience of the Forest School ethos in my role as Forest School Lead.
Professional Interests
I am passionate about Forest School in early years education, focusing on child-led, outdoor learning that nurtures curiosity, resilience, and holistic development. I am particularly interested in how nature- based experiences foster a lifelong love of learning and environmental stewardship from a young age. I have completed my Level One Makaton qualification, and I am interested in learning more signs with the children!
Personal Interests
When not at work, I spend lots of time with my sisters. I enjoy going to the theatre to watch musicals, exploring new brunch spots and spontaneous trips to the Lake District.
Ashbridge Nursery Hutton ISI and Ofsted Reports
Until November 2024 Ashbridge Nursery Hutton was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) as part of Ashbridge Independent School and we are proud to have been consistently judged ‘outstanding’. Although the nursery will now be inspected by OFSTED, our outstanding rating remains in place.
“The personal and emotional development of the children is excellent, due to the high levels of care that the setting provides. Children consistently demonstrate that they feel safe, secure and happy. Staff have a clear understanding of safeguarding and welfare requirements, which are fully met.”
ISI Report, 2022
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Prospective parents are encouraged to view our online prospectus to see how Ashbridge Nursery Hutton can benefit your child and explore more of our unrivalled facilities.
How to find us
Ashbridge Nursery Hutton is located on Lindle Lane.
Use the information below to find directions.
Ashbridge Nursery Hutton
Lindle Lane
Hutton
Preston
PR4 4AQ
You can also contact us via
email: hutton@ashbridgeschool.co.uk
telephone: 01772 619 900
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