Opening hours
weekday, 9.15am to 4pm. Morning sessions are also available from 9.15am to 12.15pm.
Clapham Montessori
Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jun 2023)
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2023
Local authority
Lambeth
About this day nursery
Clapham Montessori and Clapham Park Montessori, along with their Infant Community, provide exceptional nursery education for children aged 1 to 6 years. Emphasising high standards, these institutions operate within engaging and thoughtfully prepared environments, adhering to core Montessori principles.
The educational approach is centred on aiding the child's "self-construction" during their crucial first six years of life, fostering independent exploration and learning at the child's own pace. The nurseries have garnered "Outstanding" ratings from Ofsted, reflecting their commitment to quality early years provision.
Beyond the classroom, they offer parent talks and a dedicated Montessori programme for parents and babies, guided by an AMI-trained specialist, to support early development and build a community among like-minded parents. This holistic approach ensures that each child receives personalised attention and a supportive foundation for their future, allowing them to flourish in a caring and stimulating atmosphere.
Our ethos
The nursery's educational approach is centred on aiding the child's "self-construction" during their crucial first six years of life, fostering independent exploration and learning at the child's own pace, adhering to core Montessori principles. Their holistic approach ensures personalised attention and a supportive foundation for future flourishing.
What it's like
Children arrive at the nursery happy and excited and are greeted warmly by staff. They settle in well, independently changing into slippers and moving to their next activity. Staff are excellent role models, fostering kindness, care for the environment, and strong independence in children.
Montessori EducationOfsted OutstandingInfant Community
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
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
Age range
1 to 6 years
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Clapham Montessori
Last inspected 7 June 2023
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
What it's like to attend
Children arrive at the nursery happy and excited and are greeted warmly by staff. They settle in well, independently changing into slippers and moving to their next activity. Staff are excellent role models, fostering kindness, care for the environment, and strong independence in children.
Inspector highlights
- Children are extremely independent and exceptionally well behaved.
- Children benefit from accessing 'grace and courtesy' activities, learning responsibility and showing high levels of maturity.
- Children have ample opportunities to develop mathematical concepts and vocabulary.
- Staff have built excellent partnership with parents.
- Children have superb opportunities to develop their gross motor skills and explore nature.
Inspection #10289562 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents are extremely thankful and pleased about how the staff and nursery support the children to become independent individuals.
Parents are particularly pleased with the way their children have developed their self-care skills.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
Outdoor space
Children have superb opportunities to develop their gross motor skills by using wheelbarrows, climbing trees, and jumping and balancing on stepping stones. They explore nature and wildlife, digging for worms and investigating snails, and visit a community space and garden to observe tadpoles and beehives.
Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2023
Date: October 2011
- June 2023Outstanding
- November 2017Good
- September 2014Good
- October 2011Inadequate
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