Patchwork Montessori Nursery in Maidenhead (SL6 6JS)

About this day nursery

Patchwork Montessori Nursery, located in Maidenhead, provides childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years. Open 48 weeks a year, from 8am to 6pm every weekday, the nursery closes for two weeks in summer, one week at Easter, and one week at Christmas.

The setting received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 29 September 2021. Children at Patchwork Montessori Nursery are happy and settle quickly, showing enthusiasm for learning.

Staff are mindful of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's learning and emotional well-being, offering appropriate support. The nursery fosters healthy lifestyles, teaching children about proper diet and dental hygiene.

Children are encouraged to develop independence, for example, by hanging up coats and changing shoes after outdoor play. Communication and language development are key focuses; staff introduce new vocabulary and support children with communication difficulties through effective strategies to build their vocabulary and close learning gaps rapidly.

Parents have expressed appreciation for the nursery's support during the pandemic and its efforts to provide books daily to encourage reading at home. The nursery provides an ambitious early years curriculum tailored to children's interests, ensuring progress and readiness for the next stage of education.

Staff also effectively reinforce mathematical learning through everyday activities.

What it's like

Children are happy, separate from parents well, and settle quickly into the setting, where they are keen and enthusiastic learners. Staff are aware of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's learning and emotional well-being, and provide relevant support. Children learn about healthy lifestyles and behave well.