--- title: "Playhouse Montessori, London | Ofsted Report" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/playhouse-montessori-sw16-4sb-ey339849 description: "Playhouse Montessori in London — see the latest Ofsted report card, plus fees, opening hours, contact details." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Playhouse Montessori Ofsted: Expected standard · 1a Dunbar Avenue, LONDON, SW16 4SB · Croydon Number of places 50 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected May 2026 Local authority Croydon ## About this early years setting Playhouse Montessori, registered with Ofsted in 2006, is a childcare setting in Norbury, London, providing care and education for children aged 1 to 4 years. 45 am to 6 pm all year round, the nursery prides itself on creating a warm, welcoming, and stimulating learning environment where children are eager to start their busy day. The manager has a clear vision for inclusive care and education, supported by a dedicated team of 10 staff, several of whom hold advanced childcare qualifications. The Montessori curriculum is specifically designed to enhance children's concentration, attention, and communication skills. The nursery effectively supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities by working closely with early years and inclusion teams, providing targeted assistance. Playhouse Montessori fosters a strong partnership with parents, who appreciate the family-like atmosphere and the progress their children make. The setting also encourages a positive sense of self and community engagement through activities like weekly trips to local parks and libraries, and by celebrating diverse festivals. Staff well-being is a priority, with the manager providing regular supervision and professional development opportunities. Our ethos Playhouse Montessori is committed to delivering high-quality care and education by integrating the EYFS framework and the Montessori Approach. They aim to foster curiosity, creativity, and self-assurance in a secure, stimulating environment that serves as a second home for children, encouraging them to thrive at their own pace. The nursery values strong partnerships with parents, involving them in their child’s educational journey. What it's like Staff create a warm, welcoming and stimulating learning environment, and children are eager to start their busy day. Children benefit from meaningful learning experiences that meet their individual needs. Staff help children develop a positive sense of self by planning trips to the library and local parks and celebrating a range of festivals. Warm environment Montessori curriculum Targeted SEND support Family atmosphere Community engaged ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.playhousemontessori.co.uk/admissions) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon - Fri 7:45 am – 6:00 pm Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All_year Registered with Ofsted 2006 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected May 2026 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 1 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted report for Playhouse Montessori Last inspected 8 May 2026 · Jane Morgan What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - The manager has an ambitious vision for providing good-quality, inclusive care and education for all children. - The manager works closely with early years and inclusion teams to provide targeted support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - The manager has developed the Montessori curriculum to support children's concentration, attention, and communication, leading to good progress. - Staff well-being is supported by the manager, who provides regular supervision and opportunities for professional development. - Staff have a good understanding of the areas of learning they teach to ensure good-quality education. Areas to develop - 1 Review the implementation of the curriculum so that children consistently benefit from meaningful, ambitious and engaging experiences. - 2 Strengthen the organisation of routines to better support children's engagement so that there are less interruptions in their play and learning. Inspection #10313140 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50305232) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager works closely with the early years and inclusion teams to help to provide targeted support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The manager has developed her Montessori curriculum intent so that, overall, opportunities are planned to help to support children's concentration and attention skills and communication development. Outdoor space While specific details about the outdoor space are not provided, staff plan weekly trips to local parks as part of developing children's positive sense of self. Inspection history Date: February 2011 - May 2026 Expected standard - December 2023 Good - October 2023 Good - September 2018 Good - March 2016 Good - February 2016 Good - March 2015 Good - June 2014 Requires improvement - April 2014 Requires improvement - May 2013 Good - April 2013 Good - March 2011 Good - February 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Playhouse Montessori ### Is Playhouse Montessori suitable for under-twos? ### What is the Ofsted rating of Playhouse Montessori? ### How can Playhouse Montessori be contacted? ### What are the opening hours at Playhouse Montessori? ### What is the address of Playhouse Montessori? ### How does Playhouse Montessori support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Playhouse Montessori. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Daffodils Day Nursery London · SW16 4JX https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/daffodils-day-nursery-sw16-4jx-ey408271 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Tenderlinks Day Nursery London · SW16 4DN 4.6(26 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tenderlinks-day-nursery-sw16-4dn-ey416326 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Ladels Day Nursery Thornton Heath · CR7 8BQ 4.7(47 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ladels-day-nursery-limited-cr7-8bq-ey384154 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Daffodils London · SW16 3RN 4.5(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/daffodils-sw16-3rn-ey408250 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Star Child Montessori Day Nursery Thornton Heath · CR7 7QN 4.6(24 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/star-child-montessori-day-nursery-cr7-7qn-ey385314 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Growing Beans Nursery -Preschool London · SW16 4AN 5.0(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/growing-beans-nursery-preschool-sw16-4an-2656107 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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