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Beckett House Montessori Nursery School

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2024)
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4.8(5 parent reviews) ·98 Richmond Avenue, London, N1 0LL · Islington
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2024
Local authority
Islington

About this day nursery

Beckett House Montessori offers a nurturing educational environment where children are encouraged to learn through exploration and discovery. The nursery aims to provide a "home from home" atmosphere, fostering a love for learning in young minds.

They follow the Montessori approach, a child-centred educational philosophy that promotes independence, self-discipline, and a natural desire to learn. The nursery offers various activities to engage children throughout the day, including extra-curricular options and a structured curriculum.

They are currently accepting registrations for January 2026, with an additional branch in Abbey Road opening in mid-May 2026. The Islington branch operates from 8 am to 6 pm.

Our ethos

Beckett House Montessori follows the Montessori approach, a child-centred educational philosophy that promotes independence, self-discipline, and a natural desire to learn. They aim to foster a love for learning in young minds by encouraging exploration and discovery in a "home from home" atmosphere.

What it's like

Leaders and staff greet children with a warm welcome. Children enter the nursery with confidence, taking off their shoes and coats before entering the main room. They demonstrate that they feel safe and secure, and staff know them well, planning activities based on their interests and next steps in learning.

Montessori ApproachHome from Home EnvironmentChild-Centred Learning

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Beckett House Montessori Nursery School

Last inspected 29 January 2024

Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Leaders and staff greet children with a warm welcome. Children enter the nursery with confidence, taking off their shoes and coats before entering the main room. They demonstrate that they feel safe and secure, and staff know them well, planning activities based on their interests and next steps in learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Children have many opportunities to develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, supporting early writing.
  • Staff effectively support communication, language development, and early literacy skills, fostering a love for reading.
  • Mathematics is well integrated into children's activities, with children learning to identify numbers and problem-solve using Montessori resources.
  • The curriculum is well-planned, based on early years foundation stage and Montessori method, building on children's prior learning.
  • Parent partnerships are strong, with parents speaking highly of the nursery and its caring staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to develop their teaching skills to challenge and extend children's learning consistently at all times
  • 2extend opportunities for children to develop their creativity and imaginations during adult-led activities.
Inspection #10304923 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents talk highly of the nursery and comment that the nursery has a family feel and that staff are caring, approachable and warm.

They are happy with the progress their children make and highly recommend the nursery to others.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

All children benefit from trips to the local park, where they safely walk with staff and explore the community while building physical skills and learning about road safety. On outings to the local park, staff encourage them to explore the environment, make large marks on the ground using chalk and run freely with their friends, which helps to strengthen children's physical skills.

Parent Reviews of Beckett House Montessori Nursery School

4.8
(5)
Jodie R.
11 months ago

Our daughter absolutely loves attending Beckett House. She settled in quickly and has made great friends. The staff are friendly and caring, and the nursery adheres to its philosophy of providing “a home from home”. Our daughter is developing really well under their care and we are very happy that we chose Beckett House.

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Avital Schwartzman
a year ago

As a parent to a 3-year-old toddler in the nursery, I write this review to share my current experience. Becket House Nursery is an exceptional place where children are nurtured, inspired, and encouraged to thrive. The teachers are truly remarkable, providing individualized attention and fostering a warm, caring environment where every child feels valued and supported. Their dedication to the children’s well-being and development is evident in every interaction, making it a joy to see the little ones flourish under their guidance. The nursery offers a perfect balance of structure and exploration, including twice-daily short walks to the nearby park where children can play, interact, and connect with nature. Dannie loves going to Becket House, where the safe and nurturing environment allows them to feel secure and happy every day, giving me peace of mind to leave her in such a trusted place. What truly sets Becket House apart is the passion and vision of the owner and nursery manager, who consistently strive to provide innovative and engaging experiences for the children, such as the NAO robot which provides interactive learning. Every day, they introduce professional activities from outside, such as drama, music with instruments, yoga, and sports, ensuring a diverse and enriching experience.

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Charles-Henri
6 years ago

Amazing nursery: very friendly and kind staff, our son gained a lot of confidence and improved dramatically his language, learning and social skills; family atmosphere

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Inspection history

Date: July 2011

  • March 2024Good
  • January 2024Good
  • February 2018Outstanding
  • February 2018Outstanding
  • May 2015Good
  • May 2015Good
  • April 2012Good
  • March 2012Good
  • August 2011Inadequate
  • July 2011Inadequate

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