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Montessori Explorers

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2025)
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4.6(17 parent reviews) ·Greenhill Lodge, 327-327a Birmingham Road, SUTTON COLDFIELD, B72 1DL · Birmingham
Number of places
40 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2025
Local authority
Birmingham

About this day nursery

Montessori Explorers, situated in Sutton Coldfield, provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from infancy through to their pre-school years. The nursery embraces the Montessori philosophy, fostering natural creativity and personal development in a safe and warm setting.

They cater to different age groups with tailored programmes: Montessori Learners for 0-2 years, Montessori Bloomers for 2-3 years, and Montessori Explorers for 3-4 years. The nursery places a strong emphasis on integrating artistic expression into daily activities, believing it to be crucial for skill development and self-esteem.

Children are encouraged to learn through play, both indoors and outdoors, including a dedicated nature trail. The facility is committed to a high-quality educational programme that is continuously refined, promoting socialisation, self-expression, and cognitive growth.

Parents can access various resources, including brochures, viewing requests, and a dedicated parent area with FAQs and newsletters. The team at Montessori Explorers is highlighted for its caring and supportive approach, with staff building strong relationships with children and their families.

Our ethos

A cornerstone of our programme is our belief in children’s natural creativity. Children learn skills and gain immense self-esteem when given diverse opportunities to create. Our atmosphere enables children to respect themselves and others. Through diverse creative experiences, we enhance children’s ability to socialise with others, be creative, express themselves and develop. Play areas are important for children, giving them a space for pretending, expressing and imagining themselves.

What it's like

Children receive a warm and nurturing welcome from staff, helping them to settle quickly into the stimulating environment. Staff plan the curriculum to build on children's interests and next steps, supporting their development of early writing skills, and creating cosy spaces to support children's individual needs.

Montessori ApproachOutdoor PlayAges 0-4Family-run

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Montessori Explorers

Last inspected 17 July 2025 · Katherine Wilson

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children receive a warm and nurturing welcome from staff, helping them to settle quickly into the stimulating environment. Staff plan the curriculum to build on children's interests and next steps, supporting their development of early writing skills, and creating cosy spaces to support children's individual needs.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff plan the learning environment to provide children with purposeful experiences that extend and build on their learning and development.
  • They carry out effective risk assessments of activities and spaces to prioritise children's safety and take opportunities to teach children about how to manage risks for themselves.
  • Leaders work closely with the new staff team to support the development of their teaching practice, making effective use of more experienced staff to mentor and guide others.
  • Partnerships with parents are strong, and staff work closely with parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
  • Children thoroughly enjoy their time in the garden and demonstrate high levels of concentration during activities, forming friendships and developing their imagination and creativity.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop staff's awareness further to actively engage and include quieter children in activities provided to enable them to share their voice and contribute to learning
  • 2review the organisation of routines and activities to minimise waiting times and ensure children remain engaged and focused on their learning.
Inspection #10411278 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment on how well staff listen to their children's needs and adapt activities to support their development.

They report that staff prepare children effectively for their move on to school and share they have observed improvements in their children's confidence since joining the setting.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff work closely with parents to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), implementing timely and targeted interventions. This means children make positive progress from their starting points.

Outdoor space

Children thoroughly enjoy their time in the garden and demonstrate high levels of concentration during activities. For instance, while climbing and balancing on the obstacle course in the garden, staff offer gentle reminders and support, helping children move cautiously and think critically about how to maintain their balance.

Inspection history

Date: April 2019

  • July 2025Good
  • October 2023Good
  • January 2023Requires improvement
  • April 2019Good

Frequently asked about Montessori Explorers

About the setting

Montessori Explorers registered in 2016 and is situated in Sutton Coldfield. The nursery operates all year round, from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for one week at Christmas. The nursery employs nine members of childcare staff, with varying qualification levels including one at level 7 and one at level 6. The nursery offers government-funded early education for all children.

URN
EY501530
Registered person
EXPLORERS GROUP LIMITED
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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