--- title: "Grace Montessori School, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/grace-montessori-school-e8-4pd-ey471003 description: "Grace Montessori School in London — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Grace Montessori School Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · 5.0 (6 Google reviews) · 60 Brougham Road, LONDON, E8 4PD · Hackney Number of places 40 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Hackney ## About this early years setting Grace Montessori School provides authentic Montessori education for children aged 2 to 6 in Hackney, East London. The school, established in January 2014, aims to cultivate an inquiring mind and a lifelong love of learning within a nurturing environment. They believe in treating each child as an individual, allowing them to progress at their own pace. The school emphasises a happy and secure setting where children are encouraged to explore and communicate. Classrooms are meticulously arranged to foster independence, enabling children to easily access materials and learn to do things for themselves. Beyond the indoor learning space, Grace Montessori School also boasts a spacious, safely enclosed garden for outdoor play and educational activities. The dedicated staff act as guides, preparing and organising learning materials to cater to each child's unique needs and interests, fostering an atmosphere of inquisitiveness and collaboration to support their development. Our ethos Grace Montessori School provides an authentic Montessori education for children aged 2 to 6, aiming to cultivate an inquiring mind and a lifelong love of learning. They believe in treating each child as an individual, allowing them to progress at their own pace in a happy, secure, and nurturing environment. The school emphasises independence, child-led exploration, and a hands-on approach, with staff acting as guides to foster inquisitiveness and collaboration. What it's like The manager and staff at this Montessori setting create a warm, safe and inviting environment, where children are eager to enter and begin their day. Children quickly choose something of interest from the wide range of resources and experiences which staff provide, showing high levels of concentration. The manager, along with staff, have designed an ambitious curriculum that captures the imaginations of all children. Authentic Montessori Education Individualised Learning Pace Outdoor Play and Learning Nurturing Environment ## Pricing & funding The nursery requires a non-refundable fee to join the waiting list. Detailed session rates and hourly fees are not specified in the provided text. Good to know - A non-refundable fee is required to be placed on the waiting list. ## Key facts Opening hours Infant Community: Monday to Friday 8:45am – 3:00pm; Children’s House: Monday to Thursday: 8:45am – 3:30pm, Friday: 8:45am – 12:00pm; Optional hour club for Children’s House: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Age range 2 to 6 years Term time / All Year Term Time Registered with Ofsted 2013 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Grace Montessori School Last inspected 4 July 2024 · Natalie OLeary 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 - The manager and staff are passionate about ensuring all children receive the best start to their early education. - Children are encouraged to be independent and make their own choices. - Staff offer children a wide range of extra-curricular experiences, including PE, yoga, ballet, and forest school. - Children learn about the world around them and enjoy spending time in nature, using garden equipment imaginatively. - Staff recognise the emotional well-being of all children and encourage them to talk about their feelings. - Partnership with parents is excellent, with parents speaking enthusiastically about the setting and its communication. Areas to develop - 1 continue to consider how to organise larger group activities so all children are able to choose how they wish to participate to get the most out of discussions. Inspection #10351441 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254020) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents talk enthusiastically about the impact the setting and its staff have had on their children." > "They describe the excellent communication the setting offers so they feel well informed about their children's progress." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) well. Staff are proactive in meeting with parents to discuss any concerns or gaps in children's learning and make early referrals to ensure that children receive the support they need. Outdoor space Children learn about the world around them and enjoy spending time in nature. They use wheelbarrows to move soil around the garden and water the plants. Children use garden equipment imaginatively to create castles where they defend their territory against 'monsters'. Staff encourage children to gather in the garden to release butterflies they have watched emerge from caterpillars. ## Google Reviews of Grace Montessori School 5.0 (6 Google reviews) Maya Groves 7 months ago Exceptional, unique Montessori provision. My two children attend Grace. There are a high number of Montessori trained teachers at this setting - 3 in the kids room alone. They are kind, well trained and encouraging. By far the best nursery we have experienced (we attended 2 previous good/outstanding rated nurseries previously). Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xweU5ra3RVbTFuV0hOelRsaE9RV1o2ZW5ObGFsRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761ce99519fe4d:0x23411874ead8e303) Chris Brockington-Hill a year ago The care and attention of the teachers is amazing. Both our girls have grown so much confidence and independence from them. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VOcTUxTkxzMXJldy1BRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761ce99519fe4d:0x23411874ead8e303) Vlad Ivascau 4 months ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VQV2t4TmJadE5xb2x3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48761ce99519fe4d:0x23411874ead8e303) Andreja Kogovšek 7 months ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21SdWJISjNhRmsyZVVkTlprRk5ZVGRTTWt0eGFIYxAB!2m1!1s0x48761ce99519fe4d:0x23411874ead8e303) Jonny White 7 months ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ONlJtOTNZazVmUTNnMVNqaHlOR0paTTFWbFQxRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761ce99519fe4d:0x23411874ead8e303) Reviews from Google for Grace Montessori School. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=2540338555249025795&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2014 - July 2024 Good - September 2018 Good - September 2015 Good - July 2014 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Grace Montessori School ### What size of nursery is Grace Montessori School? ### What does Grace Montessori School do well? ### Which educational approach does Grace Montessori School follow? ### How can Grace Montessori School be contacted? ### Does Grace Montessori School take babies? ### How does Grace Montessori School support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Grace Montessori School. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### LEYF London Fields Nursery & Pre-School London · E8 4JS 5.0(16 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/leyf-london-fields-nursery-pre-school-e8-4js-2561570 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Shining Futures Nursery London · E2 9BA 4.9(23 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/shining-futures-nursery-e2-9ba-ey479900 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Ann Tayler Children and Family Hub Nursery London · E8 3RP 4.3(28 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ann-tayler-children-and-family-hub-nursery-e8-3rp-ey450428 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### The Hackney Day Nursery and Pre-School London · E8 3RN 5.0(28 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-hackney-day-nursery-and-pre-school-e8-3rn-ey493558 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### St. Peters Montessori School London · E2 9AX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/st-peters-montessori-school-e2-9ax-ey469729 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### N Family Club London · E8 3SJ 4.8(16 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/n-family-club-e8-3sj-2526068 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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