Living Spring Nursery

About this day nursery

Living Spring Montessori, situated in Cricklewood, is a small, private nursery dedicated to the Montessori approach to early childhood education. The day nursery provides a stimulating and supportive environment where children aged 0-5 years are encouraged to explore and develop at their own pace.

Emphasising a carefully prepared environment, the day nursery fosters independence, self-discipline, and a love for learning. With flexible opening hours from 8 am to 6 pm, Living Spring Montessori aims to accommodate the needs of working families.

The curriculum integrates the Montessori philosophy with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, promoting intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. Freshly prepared, healthy meals are a key feature, with ingredients sourced locally.

The facilities boast three airy classrooms, two secure outdoor play areas, and a dedicated space for sensory activities. The nursery places strong importance on parent partnerships, inviting families to participate in the nursery's life and celebrations.

The admissions process involves an initial visit, an application form, and a non-refundable application fee. The nursery also actively promotes Fundamental British Values, focusing on democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect, to help children become responsible and active citizens.

Our ethos

Living Spring Montessori follows the Montessori approach to early childhood education, emphasising a prepared environment that fosters independence, self-discipline, and a love for learning. The nursery integrates the Montessori philosophy with the EYFS framework and actively promotes Fundamental British Values to develop responsible citizens.

What it's like

Children thrive in the nursery. Staff provide children with the utmost care, and interactions are highly sensitive and nurturing. Children demonstrate that they feel safe and secure. Staff warmly welcome every child, and place the relationship they have with the children at the heart of everything they do.

Pricing & funding

Parents are required to visit the nursery before completing an application form. A non-refundable application fee must be submitted alongside the form to begin the application process.