Is Blue Nest Montessori School a good nursery?

Yes, Blue Nest Montessori School is committed to high-quality education and provides a nurturing environment. They have been recognised with the Montessori School of the Year award multiple times and focus on developing children's social, emotional, and intellectual growth through the Montessori method and EYFS curriculum, ensuring children feel safe and secure.

What is Blue Nest Montessori School's Ofsted rating?

Blue Nest Montessori School received an Ofsted rating of 'Good' during its last inspection on 19/10/2023. The school prides itself on providing a high-quality private nursery experience that integrates the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum with the Montessori method.

How much does Blue Nest Montessori School cost?

Blue Nest Montessori School has an offer of no registration fee for their baby room at Borehamwood. Other pricing information isn't published — contact the nursery directly for specific cost details.

Does Blue Nest Montessori School accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare?

This information isn't published — contact the nursery directly to ask.

Does Blue Nest Montessori School take 9-month-old funded places for working parents?

This information isn't published — contact the nursery directly to ask.

Does Blue Nest Montessori School take 2-year-old funded places?

This information isn't published — contact the nursery directly to ask.

What are Blue Nest Montessori School's opening hours?

Blue Nest Montessori School is open from Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am until 6:00 pm. The nursery is open all-year, providing a consistent schedule for families in the Pinner area.

Does Blue Nest Montessori School have outdoor space?

Yes, Blue Nest Montessori School ensures that children have plenty of opportunities for physical activity outdoors. Staff organise resources for children to make choices, enabling them to build physical skills and strengths by climbing, swinging, and riding bicycles, which aids large-muscle development.

What do parents say about Blue Nest Montessori School?

Parents are complimentary about Blue Nest Montessori School, noting that staff are friendly and kind. They often comment on the nursery having a 'homely feeling' and appreciate that staff are approachable for any concerns or questions they might have.

How do I contact Blue Nest Montessori School or arrange a visit?

You can contact Blue Nest Montessori School by phone at 00150 71734, or by email at manager@bluenest.uk. Further information and opportunities to arrange a visit can likely be found on their website, www.bluenest.uk.

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Q: What age range does Blue Nest Montessori School accept?

Blue Nest Montessori School accepts children aged between 2 and 4 years. The school is dedicated to providing an enriching and nurturing environment for this age group, integrating the EYFS curriculum with the Montessori method.

Q: How does Blue Nest Montessori School support children with SEND?

Blue Nest Montessori School swiftly identifies children who may need additional support. Staff provide tailored assistance to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, working closely with parents and other professionals to establish appropriate targets and help each child reach their full potential.

Ofsted: Good

(Oct 2023)

4.9(19 parent reviews) ·West End (Pinner) L T C, Cuckoo Hill Road, Pinner, HA5 1AY · Harrow

Number of places

30 places

Age range

2–4 yrs

Last inspected

Oct 2023

Local authority

Harrow

About this day nursery

Blue Nest Montessori School is dedicated to providing an enriching and nurturing environment for children aged three months to five years across its locations in Harrow, Pinner, and Borehamwood. The school prides itself on offering a high-quality private nursery experience that integrates the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum with the renowned Montessori method, fostering a love for learning through self-directed exploration and play-based activities.

Recognised with the Montessori School of the Year award multiple times and holding a 'Good' Ofsted rating, Blue Nest Montessori focuses on developing children's social, emotional, and intellectual growth. The facilities are designed to be stimulating, featuring bright classrooms equipped with Montessori materials and an eco-friendly forest school for outdoor learning.

The school is committed to supporting independent learning and ensuring each child progresses at their own pace, preparing them for future academic success. They also accept childcare vouchers and offer fresh, healthy meal options.

Our ethos

Blue Nest Montessori School integrates the EYFS curriculum with the Montessori method, focusing on child-led exploration and play-based activities to foster a love of learning. The school is committed to supporting independent learning and developing children's social, emotional, and intellectual growth at their own pace. They also offer an eco-friendly forest school for outdoor learning.

What it's like

Children and parents are warmly welcomed by staff on arrival. Children leave their parents with ease and find their peg. They hang up their personal belongings and take off their jackets before starting their busy day, knowing the routine well. Staff support children who have recently joined the nursery by providing lots of reassurance and helping them to form close bonds. As a result, children feel safe and secure. Children demonstrate positive attitudes to their learning, are calm, relaxed and show high levels of curiosity and concentration in this nurturing environment.

Montessori MethodForest SchoolAward-WinningGood Ofsted RatingHealthy Meals

Pricing & funding

No registration fee offer for our baby room at BorehamWood.£0 / session

Key facts

Food

Halal and vegetarian options prepared fresh in our 5-star hygiene rated kitchen

Opening hours

7:30 am to 6 pm, 5 days a week

Age range

3 months to 5 years old

Term time / All Year

All Year

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Blue Nest Montessori School

Inspection date: Oct 2023
Inspection no.: 10308719

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Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Blue Nest Montessori School

Last inspected 19 October 2023

Overall effectiveness

Good

Quality of education

Good

What it's like to attend

Inspector highlights

The manager and staff team are passionate about providing high-quality education for all children who attend.
Staff support children to follow good personal hygiene routines.
Staff encourage children's early mathematical skills throughout the day.
Staff swiftly identify those children who may need additional support.
Children have plenty of opportunities to be physically active and build on their physical skills and strengths.

Areas to develop

1strengthen staff's practice to give children further opportunities to develop their independence in daily routines
2develop communication to ensure that key persons consistently share information about children's development and needs with other staff, to maximise children's learning.

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What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are complimentary about staff, saying they are friendly and kind.

Parents comment that the nursery has a 'homely feeling'.

They say that staff are approachable if they have any concerns or questions.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff swiftly identify those children who may need additional support. They provide support to children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to help them to reach their full potential. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to plan appropriate targets for each child.

Outdoor space

Staff make sure that enough resources are available and organised for children to make choices, indoors and outdoors. Children have plenty of opportunities to be physically active and build on their physical skills and strengths. For example, children enjoy climbing the climbing frame, lifting themselves up to swing, and riding the bicycles, which helps to develop their large-muscle movements.

Parent Reviews of Blue Nest Montessori School

4.9

(19)

Lozneanu Roxana

a year ago

I am extremely pleased with the experience my daughter had here. The staff were caring, attentive, and dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for the children. My daughter developed both academically and socially during her time there, and I am confident that the foundation laid at this nursery has prepared her well for school. I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a quality early childhood education setting.

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nikhil karwa

2 years ago

We have been sending our daughter to Blue Nest since January 2024, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. The staff and management are incredibly friendly, and it's evident that a lot of thought and effort goes into planning the children's daily activities. Our daughter thoroughly enjoys her time there. As parents, we are thrilled to see her enthusiasm and growth. A big thank you and shout out to the amazing team for their dedication and care.

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Anjam Z

7 years ago

My toddler has settled in well into Ladybirds and loves it here. The staff, management, activities, food and outdoor area are all very good. I get regular updates on his progress to my phone. There are lots of nursery choices in the area but I’m pleased with my decision and would recommend.

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Silvio VC

3 years ago

Mu daugheter come to me to today after 2 years at this nursery and told me she is very happy and she is feeling loved,i always liked the people who work and look after my lil girl,they are like a family and this is an example of a good management and soul involved and not just a business. As a father that i work 7 days a week my lil girl made my day to see how happy she come from nursery. Thank you everyone🙏 Bless you all

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shifra chesler

2 years ago

We feel so lucky to have found such an incredible place for our little girl. She loves going every day and is learning so much in such a warm, caring and accommodating environment we could not be happier.

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Inspection history

Date: October 2023

November 2023Good
October 2023Good

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How they support every child

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