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They operate for 51 weeks of the year, providing consistent childcare throughout most of the year for families requiring their services." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does Allens Montessori Nursery accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Allens Montessori Nursery accepts children aged from 1 to 4 years. The nursery provides a stimulating and nurturing environment for children within this age range, focusing on a strong educational foundation combined with caring support." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Allens Montessori Nursery have outdoor space?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Allens Montessori Nursery has outdoor space where children can develop their large-muscle skills. They can use a slide, manoeuvre wheeled toys, and learn ball skills. Staff also support team games, helping children understand rules and cooperative play." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Allens Montessori Nursery support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Allens Montessori Nursery works closely with parents and other professionals to support children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). Staff help these children make good progress and provide targeted communication support through methods such as picture references and the use of sign language." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about Allens Montessori Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents describe Allens Montessori Nursery as having a 'family' atmosphere. The staff greet children warmly, which helps them feel comfortable and settle quickly, forming good relationships with staff and each other within this secure and nurturing setting." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I contact Allens Montessori Nursery or arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact Allens Montessori Nursery by phone at 020 8771 272 or by email at info@allensmontessori.com. For more information or to arrange a visit, their website is https://www.allensmontessori.com, providing further ways to connect." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) 1. [Home](/) 2. · 3. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 4. · 5. [London](/search?region=London) 6. · 7. Allens Montessori Nursery # Allens Montessori Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2024) · 5.0 (3 Google reviews) · Allens Montessori Day Nursery, 47 Beulah Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 8JH · Croydon Number of places 33 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2024 Local authority Croydon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this early years setting Allen's Montessori Day Nursery, established in October 1996, is a distinguished childcare setting in Thornton Heath, operating from a converted two-storey house. It provides a stimulating, friendly, and secure environment for children aged 6 months to 5 years, prioritising a strong educational foundation combined with nurturing care. The nursery follows the Montessori approach, offering child-specific learning and play activities. With a diverse cohort of both staff and children, the nursery is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that individual needs, abilities, and backgrounds are respected. It operates 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 7:45 am to 6:00 pm, and benefits from a highly experienced team, many of whom have been with the nursery for over 15 years. The staff are dedicated to continuous professional development, with ongoing training and a focus on maintaining high standards of care and education. The nursery has received several accolades over the years for its outstanding services and business practices. Our ethos The nursery follows the Montessori approach, offering child-specific learning and play activities. They are committed to inclusivity, ensuring that individual needs, abilities, and backgrounds are respected. They prioritise a strong educational foundation combined with nurturing care. What it's like Staff greet children warmly, creating a cheerful, relaxed, family atmosphere where children feel comfortable, settle quickly and form good relationships with staff and each other. Staff are sensitive to individual needs and work closely with parents and other professionals, including supporting children with SEND, while encouraging independence, imagination and safety. Montessori Education Experienced Staff Award-Winning Diverse and Inclusive Environment ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Food We cater for all religious and cultural dietary needs. Opening hours Monday to Friday: 7.45am - 6.00pm Age range 6 months and 5 years old Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2016 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Allens Montessori Nursery Inspection date Aug 2024 Inspection no. 10351887 Lead inspector Denys Rasmussen Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50257687)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY537580) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.allensmontessori.com) Allens Montessori Day Nursery, 47 Beulah Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 8JH ## Explore day nurseries near Thornton Heath - [Day nurseries in Thornton Heath](/search?q=Thornton+Heath) - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=allens-montessori-nursery-cr7-8jh-ey537580) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Allens Montessori Nursery Last inspected 19 August 2024 · Denys Rasmussen Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Staff greet children warmly, creating a cheerful, relaxed, family atmosphere where children feel comfortable, settle quickly and form good relationships with staff and each other. Staff are sensitive to individual needs and work closely with parents and other professionals, including supporting children with SEND, while encouraging independence, imagination and safety. Inspector highlights - Warm, welcoming staff and 'family' atmosphere where children settle quickly - Curriculum blends Montessori philosophy with the Early Years Foundation Stage and uses regular assessments including language trackers - Strong relationships with parents and other professionals; supports children with SEND - Children develop independence, imagination and physical skills (outdoor slide, wheeled toys, ball skills) - Effective support for communication and language, including picture references and sign language Areas to develop - 1 identify training opportunities to consistently build on staff's professional development to further enhance their skills - 2 seek views from parents to help support the evaluation of the nursery and how further improvements can be made. Inspection #10351887 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50257687) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to support all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them make good progress from their starting points. Staff provide targeted communication support for children needing help, including picture references and use of sign language. Outdoor space Outdoors, children develop large-muscle skills by using the slide and manoeuvring wheeled toys. They learn ball skills and staff sensitively support team games to help children learn rules and play cooperatively. ## Google Reviews of Allens Montessori Nursery 5.0 (3 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJEAR1hxqTs0SOSrReI2RJhKCU9MdJY3gF0cDrg9LNmK-QHRQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Estefany Moran Garcia a year ago Thank you to everyone for looking after my child in such an excellent manner and for always accommodating us. She loves loves you all and her social skills are thriving. The staff are lovely and welcoming and that's important as a parent to know you have left your child in good loving hands. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNMeXM2U1ZBEAE!2m1!1s0x487606cef99964a7:0x6485abca284b227c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKGkdBMdPDVsoW19Ug6YtsCZsO_j4DziAMR3uJq-6FDRxmchQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) rina day 6 years ago Lovely nursery. The staff are very experienced, caring and look after the children well. They teach the children based on the Montessori method which is more child centred with hands-on learning and collaborative play. My children love it there and I have been very happy with their development. I would definitely recommend this nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNNOWREcE1nEAE!2m1!1s0x487606cef99964a7:0x6485abca284b227c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVAKh0KzLczCzdpbu3_Ai_sJgN9lvn1pzPF3hJif-jV5JgwXsVE=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Lúcio Rodrigues 8 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25wWlUydHBhRzVPZUdGbFQxQnJOV3REWm5KcU0wRRAB!2m1!1s0x487606cef99964a7:0x6485abca284b227c) Reviews from Google for Allens Montessori Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7243384460443067004&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2018 - August 2024 Good - October 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Allens Montessori Nursery ### Is Allens Montessori Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Allens Montessori Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Allens Montessori Nursery cost? ### Does Allens Montessori Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Allens Montessori Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Allens Montessori Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Allens Montessori Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Allens Montessori Nursery accept? ### Does Allens Montessori Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Allens Montessori Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Allens Montessori Nursery? ### How do I contact Allens Montessori Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Thornton Heath Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Allens Montessori Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Daffodils Day Nursery Thornton Heath · CR7 8LY 3.5(11 Google reviews) ](/nursery/daffodils-day-nursery-cr7-8ly-ey563425) - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Little Shining Lights Thornton Heath · CR7 8LX 5.0(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/little-shining-lights-cr7-8lx-2717369) - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### J&S Playhouse Thornton Heath · CR7 8NF 5.0(13 Google reviews) ](/nursery/j-s-playhouse-cr7-8nf-2832610) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Tammy's Tiny Tots Thornton Heath · CR7 8LH 3.8(10 Google reviews) ](/nursery/tammy-s-tiny-tots-cr7-8lh-ey551191) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Angels Unlimited Nurseries Thornton Heath · CR7 7AJ ](/nursery/angels-unlimited-nurseries-ltd-cr7-7aj-ey482403) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Amazing Grace Nursery Thornton Heath · CR7 7AG 4.7(14 Google reviews) ](/nursery/amazing-grace-nursery-cr7-7ag-ey556716) [See all nurseries in Thornton Heath →](/search?q=Thornton+Heath) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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