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Footprints Montessori Day Nursery # Footprints Montessori Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2025) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · Long Reach, West Horsley, LEATHERHEAD, KT24 6LZ · Surrey Number of places 85 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2025 Local authority Surrey About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Footprints Montessori Day Nursery, established in 2005, provides childcare for children aged 1 to 4 years. The nursery operates all year round, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. Children are warmly greeted by nurturing staff, who plan unique settling-in sessions for babies, helping them to settle quickly and explore the motivating environment. Staff show genuine interest in the children's experiences, which supports their emotional well-being. The nursery follows the Montessori philosophy, combining it with a play-based curriculum, and places a high priority on developing children's communication skills. Toddlers are encouraged to mimic sounds, developing their early vocabulary, while older children are challenged with more complex language. The nursery promotes independence from a young age; toddlers learn to put on their shoes and waterproof boots for outdoor play, and older children prepare their own snacks. Staff provide ample opportunities for physical development, including playing outside with water and using the slide in the rain, which also helps teach children how to keep themselves safe. Inclusion is central to Footprints Montessori Day Nursery, with staff providing very good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They work closely with other professionals and parents to create and implement plans tailored to the individual needs of children with SEND and medical needs. Parents have praised the nursery, noting that their children's communication and speech are "beautiful" and that they are "extremely well prepared for school". What it's like Children are warmly greeted by nurturing staff who plan unique settling-in sessions, helping babies settle quickly. Staff show genuine interest in children's experiences, supporting their emotional well-being. The manager and staff are passionate about delivering high-quality care and education following the Montessori philosophy, prioritising communication skills. Ofsted Outstanding Montessori Approach Nature-based Learning Forest School ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) - Administration fee £100 / session ## Key facts Waitlist Limited availability in under two's and two-year-old rooms with a waiting list. Some availability for three and four-year-olds. Opening hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, 51 weeks a year Age range Birth to 5 years old Term time / All Year All Year Established 2005 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Footprints Montessori Day Nursery Inspection date Jul 2025 Inspection no. 10398781 Lead inspector Kelly Lane Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50286057)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY304311) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=footprints-montessori-day-nursery-kt24-6lz-ey304311) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Footprints Montessori Day Nursery Last inspected 31 July 2025 · Kelly Lane 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 warmly greeted by nurturing staff who plan unique settling-in sessions, helping babies settle quickly. Staff show genuine interest in children's experiences, supporting their emotional well-being. The manager and staff are passionate about delivering high-quality care and education following the Montessori philosophy, prioritising communication skills. Inspector highlights - Children are developing their independence from a very early age, learning skills such as putting on shoes and preparing snacks. - The curriculum intent is well sequenced and focuses on children's developmental needs. - Staff provide ample opportunities for children to develop their physical skills, including playing with water and using the slide in the rain. - Staff teach children good behaviour through demonstrating how to listen and using good manners, especially during mealtimes. - Inclusion is at the heart of this nursery, with staff providing very good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Areas to develop - 1 support staff to teach precise learning intentions during group activities to help children remain fully engaged and learning - 2 provide further support, coaching and training for staff to help them fully understand the nursery's curriculum to help them plan more precisely for each child's learning and development needs. Inspection #10398781 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50286057) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > children's communication and speech are 'beautiful' > their children are extremely well prepared for school Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Inclusion is at the heart of this nursery. Staff provide very good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They focus strongly on meeting their individual needs. Staff work closely with other professionals and parents to create and use plans that help children with SEND and medical needs to progress in their development. Outdoor space Toddlers learn to put on their shoes and waterproof boots to play outside. Older children run and have great fun using the slide in the rain. Staff use this to help teach children how to keep themselves safe, but still give children plenty of challenges in their play. This helps children to develop their muscle groups for later learning. ## Parent Reviews of Footprints Montessori Day Nursery 4.2 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV1DpbIyvPlGAIaEw8Tac5NmxwoeZOQ20UQg-3SPB15mzZeP2hC=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Fraser Donaldson 7 years ago Our daughter attended Footprints for 2.5 years and we don't have enough adjectives and superlatives to describe how wonderful her time has been at Footprints. Our daughter was born very early and had a very challenging time so we were very anxious about finding the right place for her and Footprints provided a loving and caring environment and she developed beyond our expectations while she was there. The staff are excellent and it can seen clearly how much the children love them. We would recommend this wonderful nursery to anyone and everyone. Thank you for everything you've done for our daughter. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURvN3NMWFZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x4875deb942132565:0xb68d2b4a839cae23) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKsEWVmvEGUU19Zy4MFbD2ThMTmdba_MtuBGxtLZGYZt8hN2g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tim Stedeford 12 years ago An amazing place for children to learn, play and develop. The staff are so friendly and attentive with all the children and i would recommend to anyone who is looking for a nursery for their children. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnMlpmanNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875deb942132565:0xb68d2b4a839cae23) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXKiEjrfaTQGs6mTBhk1aiSEwYyyz-AttJzqBh6dVDb_LmHJUM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ollie Matthews 6 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNjNWJmdGZBEAE!2m1!1s0x4875deb942132565:0xb68d2b4a839cae23) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWH8TLoQQIzrHbUOKkNYOVKRizcRiJ0nDRD4whyEFzERdTzeREQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Sunlight 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRN01EQ0tnEAE!2m1!1s0x4875deb942132565:0xb68d2b4a839cae23) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIzcpFxiYdiDJBT6OteKHRXNYEhiGoneH-FC1OYc_aGUrsRYQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) James Withers 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBLWZlc3RRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875deb942132565:0xb68d2b4a839cae23) Reviews from Google for Footprints Montessori Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13154217685654744611&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2010 - July 2025 Good - November 2019 Outstanding - April 2015 Outstanding - October 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Footprints Montessori Day Nursery ### What age children does Footprints Montessori Day Nursery take? ### What do parents value about Footprints Montessori Day Nursery? ### Is Footprints Montessori Day Nursery Ofsted registered? ### Which funded childcare hours does Footprints Montessori Day Nursery accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in LEATHERHEAD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Footprints Montessori Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### The Meadows Nursery School Leatherhead · KT24 6QT ](/nursery/the-meadows-nursery-school-kt24-6qt-ey470940) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### N Family Club Ockham Cobham · KT11 1NH 5.0(16 reviews) ](/nursery/n-family-club-ockham-kt11-1nh-ey538639) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Little Bookham & Effingham Preschool Leatherhead · KT24 5ND ](/nursery/little-bookham-effingham-preschool-kt24-5nd-ey455027) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Ripley Pre-School Woking · GU23 6ED ](/nursery/ripley-pre-school-gu23-6ed-ey458470) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Downside Nursery Cobham · KT11 3NA 5.0(29 reviews) ](/nursery/downside-nursery-kt11-3na-122455) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.3 mi ### Clandon Park Nursery West Clandon · GU4 7RQ ](/nursery/clandon-park-nursery-gu4-7rq-2745572) [See all nurseries in LEATHERHEAD →](/search?q=LEATHERHEAD) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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