--- title: "Lemon Tree Montessori, Sanderstead | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/lemon-tree-montessori-cr2-0ny-ey341292 description: "Lemon Tree Montessori in Sanderstead — 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 # Lemon Tree Montessori Ofsted: Good (May 2024) · St Mary's Church Hall, Purley Oak Road, Sanderstead, CR2 0NY · Croydon Number of places 60 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2024 Local authority Croydon ## About this early years setting Lemon Tree Montessori, located in Sanderstead, South Croydon, provides a nurturing environment for children aged 1-5 years, operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The nursery is accredited by Montessori and follows the Montessori Method, complemented by a Forest School programme with a qualified leader. They prioritise healthy eating through the Early Years Nutrition Partnership, offering fresh fruit snacks daily. The curriculum is enriched with extra-curricular activities like tennis, music, and multisport, delivered by specialist coaches. Lemon Tree Montessori maintains a lower staff-to-child ratio than the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) minimums, ensuring more individualised attention: 1:4 for 2-year-olds and 1:6 for 3-4 year-olds. They utilise the My Montessori Child Progress Tracking system, allowing parents to monitor their child's development. The nursery is dedicated to providing a comprehensive and supportive learning experience, aiming to foster children's growth across all developmental areas, and encourages prospective parents to visit their facilities. Our ethos Lemon Tree Montessori follows the Montessori Method and incorporates a Forest School programme. They are committed to individualised attention with lower staff-to-child ratios and utilise a specific progress tracking system to support children's holistic development. What it's like Children are safe, happy, and engaged in a broad curriculum with purposeful activities. They develop resilience by being encouraged to solve problems and lead their own play, while staff build strong relationships with each child. Montessori Method Forest School Accredited Montessori Lower staff-to-child ratios Early Years Nutrition Partnership ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Food Fresh fruit or alternative break-time snack for each child; hot lunches and fresh teas available as extras or parents can provide packed meals. Waitlist Waiting list often applies for fully funded 30-hour places. Opening hours Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 18:00 Age range 1-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2006 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lemon Tree Montessori Last inspected 15 May 2024 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 - Children are safe and happy, exploring purposeful activities that support their learning and development. - Staff are positive role models, kind and gentle, teaching children respect and emotional awareness. - Children enjoy a large, enclosed garden for physical activities and develop hand-eye coordination. - Children discuss ideas, problem-solve together, and use language effectively to find solutions. - The enthusiastic manager fosters strong relationships with staff, parents, and children, providing training opportunities and regular supervisions. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to know how and when to engage children, so not to disrupt their play and concentration. Inspection #10300839 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249644) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disability (SEND) feel safe to explore and become confident learners. Outdoor space Children enjoy playing in a large, enclosed garden full of activities that cover all areas of learning. Children have every opportunity to run, balance, jump and climb, practising hand-eye coordination with hoops and cones. Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2024 Date: October 2010 - May 2024 Good - June 2023 Requires improvement - December 2017 Good - November 2014 Good - October 2010 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Lemon Tree Montessori ### What are the fees at Lemon Tree Montessori? ### Which funding entitlements does Lemon Tree Montessori accept? ### How did Lemon Tree Montessori do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What outdoor space does Lemon Tree Montessori have? ### When is Lemon Tree Montessori open? ### How does Lemon Tree Montessori support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Sanderstead Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Lemon Tree Montessori. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Castle Day Nursery South Croydon · CR2 0NR 4.3(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/castle-day-nursery-cr2-0nr-ey358181 - Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.3 mi ### Partou Gingerbread House Day Nursery & Pre-School South Croydon · CR2 0RJ 3.7(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/partou-gingerbread-house-day-nursery-pre-school-cr2-0rj-2506894 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Fennies Beech House South Croydon · CR2 0JT 5.0(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fennies-beech-house-cr2-0jt-ey376229 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Apples Day Nursery South Croydon · CR2 0PA 4.6(52 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-apples-day-nursery-ltd-cr2-0pa-ey442782 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Fennies St Augustines South Croydon · CR2 6BA 4.1(16 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fennies-st-augustines-cr2-6ba-ey376200 - Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Sanderstead Park Nursery Sanderstead · CR2 9EA 4.0(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/sanderstead-park-nursery-cr2-9ea-ey547239 See all nurseries in Sanderstead →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Sanderstead ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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