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Little Tots Montessori Nursery Reading

Ofsted: Good
(May 2024)
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4.2(13 parent reviews) ·59 Prince of Wales Avenue, READING, RG30 2UJ · Reading
Number of places
44 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2024
Local authority
Reading

About this day nursery

Little Tots Montessori Reading is a welcoming nursery that focuses on nurturing children through purposeful play and nature-rich learning. The nursery prides itself on fostering warm and trusting relationships between staff and children, allowing each child to thrive as an individual.

Rated "Good" by Ofsted, the experienced team at Little Tots Montessori Reading creates a joyous environment where children are encouraged to explore their interests, express themselves creatively, and develop confidence. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday.

Their approach emphasises providing a supportive setting where children can grow and learn at their own pace, fostering a love for discovery and personal development.

Our ethos

Little Tots Montessori Reading is a friendly, nurturing nursery where children flourish through purposeful play, nature-rich learning, and warm, trusting relationships. Our experienced team creates a joyful environment where every child is understood as an individual and encouraged to explore, express themselves, and grow with confidence.

What it's like

Staff support children to settle into their busy learning environment, helping them feel secure and developing a sense of belonging through warm interactions. They encourage children to resolve conflicts and regulate emotions by talking about their behaviour and feelings. Staff plan activities with clear learning intent, promoting equality and inclusion by encouraging discussions about similarities and differences, helping children understand and appreciate diverse cultures.

Montessori approachNature-rich learningOfsted "Good" ratedOpen 51 weeks a year

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 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

Opening hours

8.00am - 6.00pm, Mon-Fri, 51 weeks per year (excluding bank holidays & inset days)

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2007

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Tots Montessori Nursery Reading

Last inspected 14 May 2024 · Kelley Ellis

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

Staff support children to settle into their busy learning environment, helping them feel secure and developing a sense of belonging through warm interactions. They encourage children to resolve conflicts and regulate emotions by talking about their behaviour and feelings. Staff plan activities with clear learning intent, promoting equality and inclusion by encouraging discussions about similarities and differences, helping children understand and appreciate diverse cultures.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and leaders have an accurate view of the strengths of the setting and are reflective and dedicated to their roles.
  • The curriculum supports children to enhance their skills across all areas of their development, and children make good progress.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the support they need to become successful learners.
  • Arrangements to support children
  • s speech and language are effective overall.
  • Parent partnership is effective, with staff sharing information and valuing parents' thoughts, leading to children being happy and secure.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to implement consistent expectations for children's behaviour, so that children increasingly learn to follow rules and boundaries
  • 2strengthen skills in recognising when to give children more time to process information to support communication and language even further.
Inspection #10343558 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the support they need to become successful learners. The staff are knowledgeable about their needs and know the children well. Children develop well with the targeted support that is in place for them. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) is dedicated to her role and effectively works with the children's key person, parents, and outside agencies. She seeks guidance and support where needed. Parents of children with SEND express their children are progressing well with the support they receive.

Parent Reviews of Little Tots Montessori Nursery Reading

4.2
(13)
Ema Budzeikaite
7 months ago

I am so surprised to see that the rating has dropped to 3.9 stars for such a wonderful nursery! Not even surprised - shocked!!!! Our son has been attending Little Tots Nursery since the day he turned two. Even before he was born, we had already reserved a spot for him, as we were quite concerned about securing a place in this highly recommended nursery (one of the people who suggested it to us was my midwife!), and we have not been disappointed. The staff at Little Tots are simply exceptional. In fact, I would rather refer to them as 'family' – they genuinely care about each child and are always approachable. Their dedication and warmth have made a significant impact on our son's (and ours!!) development and happiness. The communication from the nursery is top-notch, keeping us informed about upcoming events, any changes within the nursery, and addressing any questions we might have. One of the other aspects we appreciate is the flexibility in the hours, which is incredibly important to us as a family. This flexibility allows us to tailor the nursery hours to fit our working schedules, saving us money and managing stress levels (we are not local to Reading, don’t have family to help us with childcare, therefore an opportunity to adjust hours to fit our schedules goes a very long way). I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone at Little Tots Nursery for their hard work and dedication. I dread the day our son will have to say goodbye to such a wonderful nursery. Thank you all for everything you do!!!

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VeronicaVirna
5 months ago

One of the things that really sets Little Tots apart is how thoughtfully they enrich children’s lives, not just through learning but through experiences that genuinely matter to young children. The emphasis on outdoor play and time in nature has been wonderful for our little one, who absolutely loves being outside, exploring, and engaging with the natural world. The forest school element and regular outdoor activities provide a calm, grounding environment where children can build confidence, curiosity, and independence at their own pace. These experiences clearly support children’s emotional wellbeing as much as their learning. What has meant a great deal to us as parents is how supportive and responsive the team have been when we faced unexpected challenges. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in understanding each child as an individual, and that care shows in how secure and happy the children are. The waiting list is absolutely worth it if you’re looking for a nursery that values emotional wellbeing, meaningful experiences, and a strong connection to nature.

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Margo Shatalina
4 months ago

We love this nursery. Our son has been going here since he was 2, and it is an absolutely amazing experience for him, with lots of different activities and caring staff that are attentive to each child's needs, successes and challenges.

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ridz ridz
a year ago

I have lovely experience with this nursery. Ladies are amazing.Very caring,warm and put extra effort into individual needs of every child. My daughter "Malaika" is loving going there every day. She feel super excited and having alot of fun in nursery. Now I am planing to send my younger daughter in September as well. Well done staff !!! and thank you for making my daughter comfortable in nursery .

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Ewkie
a year ago

I scheduled a nursery tour with Holly at 4:00 pm today 01.11, and it was confirmed over the phone. When I arrived 10 minutes early, I was told by deputy menager that Holly is new and they're waiting for me to sign in a child. Over the phone they never said about waiting list and there is a space in January. Another lies saying that apparently they have sent an email about cancelation, but they never had my email. I'm really frustrated about the whole thing because they waste our time. Customer service does not exist at all.

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2024

Date: February 2011

  • May 2024Good
  • April 2018Inadequate
  • August 2015Good
  • February 2011Outstanding

Frequently asked about Little Tots Montessori Nursery Reading

About the setting

Little Tots Nursery registered in 2007. It is a private nursery, which follows the Montessori ethos. The nursery is situated in the west of Reading, Berkshire. It is open from 8am to 6pm each weekday, for 50 weeks of the year. The nursery is in receipt of funding for the provision of free early education for children aged two, three, four and five years, and offers a holiday club for under-eights. There are 18 members of staff working directly with children and all but three hold relevant qualifications.

URN
EY349641
Registered person
Little Tots Nurseries Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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