Montessori Minds

About this day nursery

Montessori Minds, located in Romford, London Borough of Havering, offers good quality childcare for children aged 0 to 4. Established in 2018, the nursery operates all year round, from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, providing a flexible and supportive environment for families.

The staff, many of whom hold relevant early years qualifications up to qualified teacher status, are warm, kind, and considerate. They implement a well-established key-person system, ensuring strong attachments and positive relationships, and maintain high expectations for every child.

The nursery follows both the Montessori and early years curriculum, enriching children's learning with a diverse range of engaging activities. Children benefit from opportunities to explore textures, engage in sensory experiences, and participate in yoga and movement sessions.

The setting also promotes independence and self-help skills, preparing children for their transition to school. An open culture of safeguarding ensures children's interests are prioritised.

Parents commend the staff and leadership, appreciating the individual attention their children receive and feeling well-informed about daily activities and progress. Overall, Montessori Minds provides a stimulating and supportive environment where children thrive and develop a love for learning.

What it's like

Children experience good-quality learning opportunities in all key areas of the Montessori and early years curriculum. Staff plan a curriculum that incorporates a wide range of interesting activities that excite children and extend their learning. A well-established key-person system is in place, which helps children to form strong attachments with staff and positive relationships with each other. Staff maintain high expectations for all children. Children are active and have positive attitudes towards their learning. Staff are warm, kind and considerate towards children. They consistently model good manners for children to copy. Children frequently praise children, which helps to boost their self-esteem and confidence. They behave well.