--- title: "Forest Hill Montessori Nursery, London | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/forest-hill-montessori-nursery-se23-2df-2522421 description: "Forest Hill Montessori Nursery in London — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.1/5 from 14 reviews. See fees, opening hours and photos. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Forest Hill Montessori Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2022) · 4.1 (14 Google reviews) · Rojack Road, London, SE23 2DF · Lewisham Number of places 82 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2022 Local authority Lewisham ## About this early years setting Forest Hill Montessori is a private day care nursery situated in Forest Hill, London, providing high-quality childcare and education. The nursery is conveniently located within walking distance of Forest Hill overground train station and local bus services, and is also easily accessible by car with on-street parking available. They adhere to the rigorous standards of the Ofsted Early Years Register, ensuring a focus on quality and compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The nursery prides itself on its ethos that early childhood is the most crucial period for development, offering a stimulating environment tailored to individual needs. Alongside a curriculum designed to foster creativity and learning, the nursery emphasises outdoor activities and healthy development. Their commitment extends to staff wellbeing, having been recognised as a top place to work in the UK. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and supportive staff, as well as the engaging activities and overall positive experience for their children, highlighting the strong bonds children form with educators and the significant progress they make in both social and academic areas. Our ethos Our ethos is that children’s early years are the most important years of their lives. We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children that is appropriate to their individual needs. Our philosophy is that every child we care for deserves a calm, caring, safe and stimulating environment in which to learn. What it's like Children are happy and engaged in this calm and nurturing environment. They develop warm relationships with staff, which supports their emotional well-being. Children demonstrate high levels of confidence as they engage in quality interactions with adults and their peers. Montessori Approach Outdoor Learning Nutritionally Designed Meals Staff Wellbeing Focused ## 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://foresthillmontessori.com/funded-childcare) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30-6:30 Monday - Friday Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Forest Hill Montessori Nursery Last inspected 27 September 2022 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 Inspector highlights - Staff plan purposeful and challenging activities, building on what children have previously learned. - Staff skilfully question children to check their understanding and plan activities around children's interests and individual next steps. - Children are focused and engaged in a wide range of activities, learning about autumn and solving simple addition problems. - Children develop their language skills through songs and stories and enjoy healthy meals prepared on site. - The committed manager reflects on practice and strives for continuous improvement, and diversity is celebrated across the nursery. Areas to develop - 1 plan targeted mentoring and training for all practitioners to ensure their knowledge and practice builds and improves over time. Inspection #10208139 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197451) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak positively about the nursery and the care for their children. > They are happy with the level of communication through weekly newsletters and daily feedback. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make noticeable progress. Staff put targeted interventions in place to support all children in reaching their full potential. Outdoor space Children have plenty of opportunities for play in the outdoor spaces and trips to the local parks which also support their physical development. ## Google Reviews of Forest Hill Montessori Nursery 4.1 (14 Google reviews) MsSuperdrug 6 years ago This Nursery standard of care is very poor. Very under staffed. Its not a safe place for your children parents!!! Parents are lied to about what causes their children injuries. Management is disgraceful. Is not a place you want your children to be. Their resources are very poor. Parents don't place your child in this establishment. Current parents please start to ask questions about staffing and their resources. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVcjY2dnlBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487603cd8f525ad7:0x893ee6d1827bd691) Alison Hennessey 4 years ago We could not be happier with the nursery or the staff here - they just seem to adore our baby, all the key workers know his name (not just the ones in his room) and he beams when we take him in. Amazing outside space and love that they’re always doing crafts, cooking and outside things! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMyOWZ2bFpREAE!2m1!1s0x487603cd8f525ad7:0x893ee6d1827bd691) Manager Northcote 5 years ago Excellent nursery with fantastic garden spaces. The staff are so kind and caring. Great facilities also. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURLNk1hbVdREAE!2m1!1s0x487603cd8f525ad7:0x893ee6d1827bd691) Memi Ann 7 years ago My daughter loves it here, the early years education is very good, staff are wonderful and went above and beyond Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnamVLdl9BRRAB!2m1!1s0x487603cd8f525ad7:0x893ee6d1827bd691) Yusuf Muhammad 2 years ago This is a wonderful place made by dedicated staff who care. Attention to detail and consideration where it matters. Highly recommend. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4LS1fLWZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x487603cd8f525ad7:0x893ee6d1827bd691) Reviews from Google for Forest Hill Montessori Nursery. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=9889595619263895185&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 27 September 2022 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197451) ## Frequently asked about Forest Hill Montessori Nursery ### How many children attend Forest Hill Montessori Nursery? ### What is Forest Hill Montessori Nursery working on improving? ### From what age does Forest Hill Montessori Nursery accept children? ### What do parents appreciate about Forest Hill Montessori Nursery? ### How does Forest Hill Montessori Nursery support children with SEND? ### Is Forest Hill Montessori Nursery a private nursery? ### Which curriculum approach does Forest Hill Montessori Nursery follow? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Forest Hill Montessori Nursery. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### N Family Club Forest Hill Forest Hill · SE23 3LW 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/n-family-club-forest-hill-se23-3lw-2810048 - Ofsted rating unavailable 0.2 mi ### Little Seedlings Nursery London · SE23 2PS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-seedlings-nursery-se23-2ps-2778951 - Ofsted rating unavailable 0.2 mi ### Ready Set Learn Nursery London · SE23 2UD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ready-set-learn-nursery-se23-2ud-2806974 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Rubadubs Nursery London · SE23 3EP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/rubadubs-nursery-se23-3ep-ey490615 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Little Village Nursery School London · SE23 2UJ 4.7(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-village-nursery-school-se23-2uj-2793516 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Seedlings Day Nursery London · SE23 1BB 4.0(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/seedlings-day-nursery-se23-1bb-ey287094 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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