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The Village Montessori Nursery # The Village Montessori Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · Theydon Bois Village Hall, Coppice Row, Theydon Bois, CM16 7ER · Essex Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Village Montessori Nursery, established in September 1999 in Theydon Bois, offers a nurturing environment for children aged 2½ (or slightly younger if developmentally ready) to 5 years. The nursery operates within a bright, self-contained space that includes a secure outdoor play area, all designed to foster social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Their approach is rooted in the Montessori philosophy, providing children with a carefully curated selection of materials and activities to promote both learning and play. Children are encouraged to choose their own activities, allowing them to work at their own pace without competition, supported by practitioners who guide them according to their individual needs. In addition to the Montessori curriculum, the nursery places significant emphasis on play, offering numerous opportunities for both indoor and outdoor play. The Village Montessori Nursery is a member of the Early Years Alliance and was graded "Good" by OFSTED in July 2022. The nursery also boasts an award-winning staff member, with Debbie Palmer recognised as "Montessori Practitioner of the Year 2018" by the Montessori Schools Association. Our ethos The Montessori philosophy forms the basis of the nursery’s practice. The children are free to choose their activities (their work cycle), with practitioners providing guidance to meet each individual’s needs. Consequently, each child works at his/her own pace so there is no competition. We aim to meet all requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and follow each individual child to meet his/her needs through the Montessori curriculum, practice and philosophy. In addition to the Montessori curriculum, we also place a great deal of importance on the concept of play, both indoors and outdoors, and provide numerous activities to encourage play in all its forms. What it's like Children happily arrive at the nursery and are ready to learn and play. They form secure attachments with staff, explore the environment with confidence, and acquire good communication and language skills. Children develop high levels of independence, are well-behaved, and enjoy exploring a range of activities that promote fine-motor skills, preparing them for early writing. Montessori Education Secure Outdoor Play Individualised Learning Award-Winning Staff ## Pricing & funding 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.thevillagemontessorinursery.co.uk/contact) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Village Montessori Nursery Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10127384 Lead inspector Daniella Adams [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50193259)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/402282) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.thevillagemontessorinursery.co.uk/) Theydon Bois Village Hall, Coppice Row, Theydon Bois, CM16 7ER [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.09686/51.6726/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Theydon Bois - [Day nurseries in Theydon Bois](/search?q=Theydon+Bois) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=the-village-montessori-nursery-cm16-7er-402282) ## Key facts Age range 2½ to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Village Montessori Nursery Last inspected 6 July 2022 · Daniella Adams Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children happily arrive at the nursery and are ready to learn and play. They form secure attachments with staff, explore the environment with confidence, and acquire good communication and language skills. Children develop high levels of independence, are well-behaved, and enjoy exploring a range of activities that promote fine-motor skills, preparing them for early writing. Inspector highlights - The provider, who is also the manager, leads a passionate team of staff who care about the children and families attending and want the best for them. - Partnerships with parents are strong. Parents comment on the in-depth communication they receive about their children's care and learning. - The support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is effective. - The chef and staff have a thorough understanding of children's dietary requirements and allergies. - Staff promote a healthy lifestyle. They provide children with a healthy, balanced diet. Children learn about what foods are good for them and what to eat in moderation. Areas to develop - 1 The manager and staff do not fully consider how the set routines of the day, such as registration time and snack time, interrupt children's play. - 2 Staff have regular supervision meetings with the provider to discuss their progress and training needs. However, the programme of professional development is not targeted enough to raise staff's teaching practice to higher levels. - 3 review the organisation of daily routines so that children have more opportunities to build on their own learning and interests - 4 build on the programme for staff's professional development so that it is more targeted at raising the quality of teaching to higher levels. Inspection #10127384 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50193259) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment on the in-depth communication they receive about their children's care and learning. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The support in place for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is effective. Staff identify where there are emerging gaps in learning and advocate for the children to get the support they need. They liaise with outside professionals and other settings to provide a consistent approach to children's progress. Outdoor space Children have daily exercise and fresh air, including activities such as yoga, indoors and in the garden. Children enjoy using a range of equipment to support their physical skills, including climbing frames, slides, balancing beams, tunnels and tyres. Inspection history Date: October 2011 - July 2022 Good - December 2015 Outstanding - October 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about The Village Montessori Nursery ### What age children does The Village Montessori Nursery take? ### Which curriculum approach does The Village Montessori Nursery follow? ### What areas is the nursery working on developing? ### How is the staff team described at The Village Montessori Nursery? ### Is The Village Montessori Nursery Ofsted registered? ## About the setting The Village Montessori Nursery registered in 1999. The nursery employs six members of childcare staff, five of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above, including one with early years professional status. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday, during term time, with sessions from 9.15am until 1.15pm. The nursery provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children and follows the Montessori educational philosophy. 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