--- title: "Little Oaks Montessori Nursery, Southgate | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-oaks-montessori-nursery-n14-7jz-ey538656 description: "Little Oaks Montessori Nursery in Southgate — 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 # Little Oaks Montessori Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2024) · 6th Southgate Scout Hall, Waterfall Road, N14 7JZ · Enfield Number of places 28 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2024 Local authority Enfield ## About this early years setting Little Oaks Montessori Nursery, established in 2005 in Southgate, North London, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2-5 years. The nursery focuses on fostering confidence, independence, and a love for learning through a unique Montessori approach. They are dedicated to providing high-quality childcare and education, aiming to build strong foundations for each child's future academic and personal development. Little Oaks emphasises individualised planning to cater to each child's distinct learning journey, ensuring that children are well-prepared for school and beyond. The nursery has received positive feedback from OFSTED, particularly regarding its ambitious curriculum that utilises both indoor and outdoor spaces for enriching experiences, and its strong partnerships with parents to keep them informed of their children's progress. The nursery is currently accepting bookings for September 2025. What it's like Staff provide a safe, secure and welcoming environment. They develop strong bonds with children because of their caring and nurturing interactions. Staff, with the support of the special needs coordinator, are particularly effective at identifying and supporting children with SEND. Montessori approach Individualised learning Strong parent partnerships Indoor and outdoor learning ## 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://www.littleoaksmontessorinursery.com/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Mornings: 09:00-12:00; Afternoons: 12:30-15:30; Full days: 09:00-15:30; Lunch club: 12:00-12:30 Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Registered with Ofsted 2016 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Oaks Montessori Nursery Last inspected 2 July 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 - Staff provide an ambitious curriculum that makes use of the indoor and outdoor environments to provide stimulating experiences for children. - Staff model communication and language well, using effective questioning to extend children's learning. - Children's natural curiosity is nurtured through reading books with staff. - Staff act as good role models to teach children about respectful interactions. - Staff promote healthy lifestyles with children through cooking activities and learning about different cultures. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the organisation of routines to better support children's engagement so that there are less interruptions in their play and learning - 2 use opportunities more effectively to consistently introduce shape, size and measure in activities to help enhance children's concepts of mathematics. Inspection #10351888 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50254341) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that children make good progress in the setting and that staff ensure they are kept up to date about their children's progress. > Parents appreciate the time taken to help children settle into the setting and the love and care offered by staff. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff, with the support of the special needs coordinator, are particularly effective at identifying and supporting children with SEND. Outdoor space Staff provide an ambitious curriculum that makes use of the indoor and outdoor environments to provide stimulating experiences for children. Children learn how to be independent as they put their own indoor shoes on after outdoor play. Inspection history Most recent inspection 2 July 2024 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/50254341) ## Frequently asked about Little Oaks Montessori Nursery ### What strengths stand out at Little Oaks Montessori Nursery? ### Which curriculum approach does Little Oaks Montessori Nursery follow? ### What part of the country is Little Oaks Montessori Nursery in? ### How does Little Oaks Montessori Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Waterfall Road Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Oaks Montessori Nursery. - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Start Right Montessori Nursery School London · N14 7EG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/start-right-montessori-nursery-school-n14-7eg-135400 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Bright Horizons Salcombe Day Nursery and Preschool London · N14 6EN 4.4(20 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-salcombe-day-nursery-and-preschool-n14-6en-ey286538 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Southgate London · N14 5AD 4.9(33 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/monkey-puzzle-day-nursery-southgate-n14-5ad-2627096 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Bright Horizons Southgate Day Nursery and Preschool London · N14 6JS 4.2(15 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-southgate-day-nursery-and-preschool-n14-6js-2559349 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Popcorn Nursery London · N14 6QY 5.0(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/popcorn-nursery-n14-6qy-2674928 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Blossoming Bees Childcare London · N14 6HW 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/blossoming-bees-childcare-n14-6hw-ey562316 See all nurseries in Waterfall Road →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Waterfall+Road ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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