Opening hours
8.00am - 6.00pm (Mon - Fri)
Docklands Montessori Day Nursery & Preschool in London (E14 9FP)
Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
Number of places
140 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Tower Hamlets
About this day nursery
Docklands Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool, located in the heart of the Docklands area, provides childcare services to Canary Wharf and its surrounding communities. Emphasizing a strong parent partnership, the nursery involves guardians in their child's learning journey.
They offer flexible booking patterns and various funding options, including free funded childcare places for eligible families. The nursery utilizes the EyLog Parent App, enabling parents to track their child's development through observations and photos.
Docklands Montessori believes that the first five years of a child's life are crucial, shaping their life chances, health, and well-being. Their approach is rooted in the Montessori philosophy, fostering independence and self-esteem by empowering children within a prepared environment.
The nursery operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, catering to the developmental needs of young children while integrating parents into the educational process.
Our ethos
We strongly believe in parent partnership and ensuring that the parent or guardian is involved with their child’s learning and development. We believe Montessori approach enhances children's independence and self esteem through the prepared environment where children are empowered to do things for themselves.
What it's like
Children are happy and settle well in this early years setting, supported by kind and caring staff. They are keen to engage with activities, developing physical skills, language, and independence. Children learn to cooperate, build friendships, and gain a sense of pride as they share about themselves, ensuring good progress from their starting points.
Montessori ApproachParent PartnershipFlexible BookingFunded Childcare
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
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
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Docklands Montessori Day Nursery & Preschool
Last inspected 7 November 2022 · Caroline Preston
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children are happy and settle well in this early years setting, supported by kind and caring staff. They are keen to engage with activities, developing physical skills, language, and independence. Children learn to cooperate, build friendships, and gain a sense of pride as they share about themselves, ensuring good progress from their starting points.
Inspector highlights
- Children are happy and settle well, and staff are kind and caring towards them.
- Leaders work well together to ensure the curriculum is varied and ambitious.
- Staff work very well to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Staff provide well-planned, safe and stimulating environment for children.
- Staff support children to manage their self-care needs.
Areas to develop
- 1support staff to deepen their understanding of child development to understand how to challenge children in their learning through their interactions with them
- 2further encourage and share with parents how they can support their child's learning and development at home.
Inspection #10260275 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff work very well to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They ensure all children engage in all activities together and work effectively with external agencies to offer additional help. Staff collaborate closely with parents to devise plans to support children's development.
Outdoor space
Children use the outdoor space to share and take turns using the climbing frame and wooden steps during play. Staff ensure children have access to the outdoor space at all times and enjoy fresh air and exercise, which helps them concentrate and build skills such as teamwork.
Parent Reviews of Docklands Montessori Day Nursery & Preschool
4.5
(8)
Haitham El Nashar
3 years ago
Many parents recommended this nursery, and when I contacted the staff, I realised that they deserved the excellent reputation, especially Mr Barni in the reception he is very patient, informative, helpful, and professional when I thought he wouldn't follow up or maybe forget, I was surprised when I found him sending an email with updates and follow up calls! how he is a great person keep up the excellent work.
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Aarthi Charan
3 years ago
An excellent nursery. My daughter was there for just 4-5 months but i noticed her growth by leaps and bounds. A big thanks to Michelle, Meena and Shoeme who took so much interest in her while she was there. If anyone asks for nursery around crossharobour, this nursery is the one. Thank you so much!
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Andrea Deards
5 years ago
Really happy with the nursery- they are great with my daughter who is developing so much- love the fact the children get out to play every day and have loads of fun activities.
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Dana De Landaeta
5 years ago
We are very happy with the nursery and their staff. They have a nice outdoor space for the kids to enjoy without having to exit the nursery.
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vivian W
3 years ago
If you don’t want to waste your time then do not join the waitlist
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Inspection history
Date: March 2011
- November 2022Good
- December 2018Good
- February 2018Good
- March 2016Good
- June 2013Good
- January 2013Requires improvement
- March 2011Outstanding
Frequently asked about Docklands Montessori Day Nursery & Preschool
About the setting
Crossharbour Montessori Day Nursery registered in 2010 and is located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It is open each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year. The nursery employs 20 members of childcare staff, with 14 qualified between level 1 to level 8. The provider holds early years professional status, and the manager has an appropriate degree.
- URN
- EY412586
- Registered person
- Headstart Limited
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Good
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