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Apple Montessori School London

Ofsted: Expected standard·Mini Pavilion, Trailfinders Sports Club, Vallis Way, W13 0DD · Ealing
Number of places
40 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2026
Local authority
Ealing

About this day nursery

Apple Montessori School London, located at Mini Pavilion, Trailfinders Sports Club, Vallis Way, London, welcomes children aged 1 to 4 with a strong focus on their holistic development. Registered with Ofsted on January 22, 2024, this childcare setting prioritizes an open and positive safeguarding culture, ensuring children feel safe and secure.

The nursery prides itself on its inclusive environment, where staff actively work to overcome any learning barriers children may face, closely monitoring progress and providing targeted support. Children are encouraged to be curious and independent learners, making choices in their play and engaging deeply in activities that capture their interest.

The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to enable all children to progress, with a particular emphasis on supporting those with special educational needs or disabilities through tailored small-group activities. Leaders are committed to continuous improvement, regularly enhancing staff skills and knowledge, including training in the Montessori approach, to enrich the learning experiences for all children.

Our ethos

Apple Montessori School London believes in the unique potential of each child, offering individual learning journeys tailored to their needs. Their approach emphasizes a happy and secure setting where children can thrive through play and engaging experiences. The dedicated team is committed to making learning fun through exploration, sensory play, and social interaction, and they prioritize a strong partnership with parents.

What it's like

Leaders and staff warmly welcome children and families. All children thrive and show a sense of belonging in this homely and inclusive nursery. Children feel safe and emotionally secure, forming positive relationships with nurturing and attentive staff. They enjoy a broad curriculum, confidently making independent choices, becoming engrossed in play, and eager to try new things.

Holistic developmentInclusive environmentCurriculum focusStrong safeguardingMontessori approach

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 07:30 - 18:00

Food

Breakfast, lunch, tea, and snacks are cooked on-site from fresh ingredients and included in the enhanced daily fees.

Established

2024

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Expected standard

Last inspected Apr 2026

Headline: Expected standard

Grade summary

Exceptional
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Strong standard
Expected standard
Needs attention
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Urgent improvement
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Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementStrong standard
Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesStrong standard
Children's welfare and wellbeingExpected standard
Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
InclusionStrong standard
Leadership and governanceExpected standard
Age range
1 to 4
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Apple Montessori School London

Last inspected 21 April 2026

What it's like to attend

Leaders and staff warmly welcome children and families. All children thrive and show a sense of belonging in this homely and inclusive nursery. Children feel safe and emotionally secure, forming positive relationships with nurturing and attentive staff. They enjoy a broad curriculum, confidently making independent choices, becoming engrossed in play, and eager to try new things.

Inspector highlights

  • All children quickly develop skills across all areas of learning and make consistent progress.
  • Children are curious and motivated, confidently selecting resources and making choices in their play.
  • Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, providing positive role models and teaching kindness.
  • The nursery is highly inclusive, with staff working to break down any barriers in learning.
  • A warm and caring environment helps children feel happy and settled, with secure relationships between staff and children.
  • Children enjoy nutritious food and learn about healthy choices, with opportunities for physical play outdoors.
  • Leaders plan a well-designed curriculum that enables all children to progress across all areas of learning.
  • Partnership with parents is effective, with positive feedback and open communication from leaders and staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1Leaders should adapt routines to help children learn what is happening now and what comes next to further support their understanding.
  • 2Leaders should help children to learn about healthy food choices and the importance of social expectations to support their personal development.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The curriculum is adapted to ensure children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported through small focused activities. Leaders are responsive to children's needs, particularly those with SEND, and work closely with parents and other agencies to ensure needs are quickly identified and met.

Outdoor space

Children learn about the benefits of fresh air and exercise during outdoor play, enjoying physical activities like ball games led by a professional rugby player. They plant vegetables and collect wildflowers in the fresh air.

EAL / language support

Children who speak English as an additional language are supported through "Spanish language groups" where they learn key words and phrases.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

21 April 2026

Expected standard

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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