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Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery # Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · Sidmouth Drive, Ruislip, HA4 0DA · Hillingdon Number of places 64 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 Local authority Hillingdon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email 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. Montessori Approach Established 1984 Ages 6 months to 5 years EYFS Curriculum Integrated ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.eilmarmontessori.co.uk/fees) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10380881 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281051)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY314710) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=eilmar-montessori-day-nursery-ha4-0da-ey314710) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30am to 6pm Age range 6 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery Last inspected 18 June 2025 Safeguarding effective 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 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. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and eager to join in activities. - Staff develop strong bonds with children, providing a sense of security and confidence. - Staff implement a well-sequenced curriculum that builds on children's interests and starting points. - Staff promote healthy lifestyles by ensuring children spend time outdoors daily and teach about healthy eating. - Partnerships with parents are strong, and parents speak positively about the care and support children receive. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the implementation of mathematics to support babies and younger children to use numbers and counting during their play - 2 support and focus training and professional development for all staff to further improve the quality of the already good teaching. Inspection #10380881 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281051) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Staff promote healthy lifestyles by ensuring children spend time outdoors daily, enjoying fresh air and physical activity. Children confidently use age-appropriate equipment, such as babies climbing soft play shapes while toddlers practice walking on a cardboard "plank" to avoid "shark-infested waters," building strength, balance, coordination, and confidence. Inspection history Date: March 2009 - June 2025 Good - June 2019 Good - March 2017 Good - February 2015 Good - March 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery ### Is Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### Is Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery a day nursery or preschool? ### What are the opening hours at Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery? ### When did Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery start operating? ### Which teaching approach does Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery follow? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ### How can Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ruislip Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Eilmar Montessori Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Bright Horizons at RAF Northolt Ruislip · HA4 6NG ](/nursery/bright-horizons-at-raf-northolt-ha4-6ng-ey422030) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Smarty's Nursery Ruislip · HA4 9LZ 4.9(9 reviews) ](/nursery/smarty-s-nursery-ha4-9lz-ey392761) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Pre-School Playhouse Ruislip · HA4 6PD ](/nursery/pre-school-playhouse-ha4-6pd-139099) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Pre-School Academy Ruislip · HA4 9SF ](/nursery/pre-school-academy-ha4-9sf-ey419610) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### The Eye Nursery Ruislip · HA4 9SF 4.6(11 reviews) ](/nursery/the-eye-nursery-limited-ha4-9sf-139103) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### White House Nursery Ruislip · HA4 6JN ](/nursery/white-house-nursery-ha4-6jn-139185) [See all nurseries in Ruislip →](/search?q=Ruislip) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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