Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery

About this day nursery

Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery, established in 1984, is the first Montessori nursery in Ruislip, catering to children aged 6 months to 5 years. Located in the heart of Ruislip Gardens, the nursery provides a nurturing and welcoming environment where each child's unique potential is celebrated.

The educational approach is rooted in the timeless principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, promoting independence, creativity, and a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. This is achieved through a classroom rich with thoughtfully selected Montessori materials that encourage hands-on exploration and sensory discovery, encompassing everything from practical pouring exercises to engaging with diverse textures and colours.

These activities are designed to foster not only essential life skills but also respect, responsibility, and emotional intelligence, preparing children for success in the wider world. The nursery integrates the Montessori method with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, ensuring a comprehensive developmental experience.

Eilmar Montessori focuses on providing individualised learning experiences with dedicated guidance, fostering confidence and social independence within a supportive atmosphere. With over 40 years of service to the Hillingdon community, the nursery prides itself on its experienced staff and its commitment to guiding children through their developmental journeys.

Our ethos

Rooted in the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery fosters independence, creativity, and a lifelong enthusiasm for learning through a classroom rich with Montessori materials for hands-on exploration and sensory discovery. The nursery integrates the Montessori method with the EYFS curriculum, focusing on individualised learning experiences that build essential life skills, respect, responsibility, emotional intelligence, confidence, and social independence in a supportive atmosphere.

What it's like

Children are happy and eager to participate in the nursery's exciting activities, forming strong bonds with staff who create a secure and confident environment. The nursery implements a well-sequenced curriculum building on children's interests, such as gardening, to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. They also provide enriching experiences beyond the nursery, like bus and train trips, to enhance children's understanding of the world.

Pricing & funding