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Little Aisha Montessori

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2025)
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5.0(16 parent reviews) ·The Pinner Centre, Chapel Lane Car Park, Pinner, HA5 1AA · Harrow
Number of places
32 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2025
Local authority
Harrow

About this day nursery

Little Aisha Nursery Pinner is a forest school that seamlessly integrates outdoor exploration with the Montessori education philosophy. Nestled within the expansive and verdant Pinner Park, the nursery provides an idyllic setting for children to engage with nature daily, fostering a profound connection to the environment.

The outdoor area serves as a natural extension of the classroom, where Montessori principles are put into practice. The nursery comprises three thoughtfully designed rooms, each aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and embodying Montessori principles.

The interior spaces are adorned with nature-inspired decor, further immersing children in an environment that encourages their connection to the natural world. The nursery combines Montessori teachings with outdoor learning, celebrating moments of discovery and growth amidst nature.

A secure outdoor area, enclosed by vibrant fences, offers age-appropriate toys and interactive stations, functioning as an extension of the Montessori classroom for learning about nature, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. An online learning journal bridges the gap between home and nursery, allowing parents to monitor their child’s progress.

The nursery prides itself on its highly qualified staff, who cultivate a warm, secure, and nurturing atmosphere. Ultimately, Little Aisha Nursery Pinner aims to ensure children are well-prepared for school, possess a deep appreciation for nature, and have a solid grounding in Montessori principles.

Our ethos

Little Aisha Nursery integrates the Forest School approach with the Montessori education philosophy, using Pinner Park as an extension of the classroom. It is committed to daily nature exploration, fostering a connection to the environment and embodying Montessori principles within an EYFS framework. The nursery aims to ground children in nature appreciation and Montessori teachings while preparing them for school.

What it's like

Children are eager to enter the nursery and settle quickly into activities. They demonstrate growing independence. Staff provide a calm environment where children are encouraged to express their feelings, building trusting relationships. Children engage in activities and resources, making independent choices with staff guidance and support.

Forest SchoolMontessori EducationOutdoor Learning

Pricing & funding

Fees are calculated on a 51-week basis and invoiced in equal monthly instalments. A minimum attendance of 15 hours per week is required. Fee structures vary according to age groups (0-2 years and 2-5 years) and funding levels (15 or 30 hours), with meals and deposits charged as additional items.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Fees are calculated by multiplying the weekly total by 51 and dividing by 12 for equal monthly payments.
  • A minimum attendance of 15 hours per week is required.
  • Deposits are refunded against the final month's fees when proper notice is given.
  • The registration fee is non-refundable.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm, 51 weeks per year excluding Bank Holidays. Closes 1pm on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve

Session types

Full Time, Daily Session, Morning Session, Afternoon Session, Monthly half days

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

December 2022

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Aisha Montessori

Last inspected 24 April 2025

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are eager to enter the nursery and settle quickly into activities. They demonstrate growing independence. Staff provide a calm environment where children are encouraged to express their feelings, building trusting relationships. Children engage in activities and resources, making independent choices with staff guidance and support.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are eager to enter the nursery and settle quickly.
  • Children have many opportunities to be active in the fresh air and develop their physical skills.
  • Children behave very well because staff have high expectations.
  • Managers design and implement the curriculum well to help all children make good progress.
  • Staff are particularly skilled in supporting disadvantaged children, including those who speak English as an additional language.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop the way in which staff ask questions to help broaden children's thinking skills, recollection of knowledge and the development of their vocabulary
  • 2develop the mathematics curriculum so that all children develop confidence in early maths.
Inspection #10380711 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Staff are kind, very nurturing and genuinely care about the children and their well-being.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Managers design and implement the curriculum well. They ensure that staff consider what they want children to learn during the activities they provide. This helps all children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, to make good progress in their learning and development. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Children have many opportunities to be active in the fresh air and develop their physical skills, and particularly relish sessions in the woods that back onto the nursery. Staff have procedures to teach children how to consider their safety as they negotiate this space.

Parent Reviews of Little Aisha Montessori

5.0
(16)
Oliver G
7 months ago

From the very first contact, everyone at the nursery has been so kind, friendly, and helpful. it really made the whole registration process feel easy and welcoming. Our little boy (2y 7m) started without knowing any English, and honestly, we were a bit nervous at first. But within just three days, he had settled in so well! Now he wakes up excited every morning, ready to go, and comes home happy. it means the world to us. Huge thanks to all the lovely staff for your constant smiles and warm hearts. We truly appreciate everything you do!

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Anna Bodó
a year ago

It is lovely little nursery with Montessori toys, the staff is very kind and supportive, trying to help my daughter to settle there. The nursery hours are very good because they are doing 9am-12 or more if you need to. It is very flexible the way I understand. Also the nursery is very clean. They have a small garden where they can play outdoor games. It looks secure and interesting for the children.

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Ayah El-Kurghali
a year ago

I can’t speak highly enough about Little Aisha’s Pinner. The staff are truly amazing: warm, incredibly interactive with the children, and always approachable. Communication with them is seamless, and I always feel completely in the loop and confident that my daughter is in safe, caring hands. The Montessori environment is beautiful—open, inviting, and perfect for my very independent toddler, who can confidently access everything herself. I actually made the decision to move my daughter to a nursery closer to home, but after just one settling session there, we came straight back to Little Aisha’s Pinner. It is quite a long journey for us, but it’s absolutely worth it to feel so content as a parent leaving your child in the care of others. We absolutely love this nursery and every member of staff who makes it the special place it is.

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J Nazari
a year ago

Little Aisha's has been an amazing nursery for my child. He started at around 2.5 years old and he was behind with his speech. Now he's gained more confidence and also picked up a lot of new words and he loves singing nursery rhymes every day. I love the fact that there's constant communication with the staff in online form with pictures and written feedback on what my child is working on. There's also lots of direct support. Any issue is handled in a very professional manner. The environment is also very clean, I love Montessori setting and that children learn to help themselves from young age. All in all amazing experiences for both me and my child. All the staff are very friendly and have a positive attitude to both children and parents.

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Tahmina
a year ago

Little Aisha is a wonderful nursery. The staff are very friendly and caring towards the kids. My son has a speech delay, and the staff are very supportive regarding his needs. I am very happy with the progress my son has made so far. I would highly recommend Little Aisha nursery to parents who are looking for a good nursery for their children.

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