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Walton Montessori Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2022)
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5.0(3 Google reviews) ·The Courthouse, Elm Grove, Walton-On-Thames, KT12 1LZ · Surrey
Number of places
48 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2022
Local authority
Surrey

About this early years setting

Walton Montessori Nursery, located in Walton-On-Thames, KT12 1LZ, provides a nurturing, secure, and stimulating environment where children from 3 months to 5 years can learn, play, and develop. The nursery prides itself on offering high-quality care with a fun-filled learning atmosphere.

Their philosophy centres on providing each child with a safe, calm, caring, and stimulating environment conducive to learning, where fully qualified staff work closely with parents to understand individual needs, fostering strong emotional bonds and ensuring a smooth settling-in process. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm, offering both half-day and full-day sessions.

They emphasise a hands-on learning approach, encouraging independence, curiosity, and development through meaningful experiences. A particular strength highlighted by parents is their Forest School area, where children engage in nature-based activities.

The nursery is part of the Inspired Learning Group and includes an interactive tour feature on its website to give prospective families an insight into their daily operations. They also offer various ways to visit, such as open days, individual tours, and Stay & Play sessions.

Our ethos

Our philosophy is that every child we care for deserves a safe, calm, caring and stimulating environment in which to learn. Our curriculum is planned using the Montessori philosophy and principles guided by the statutory requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This is a lovely nursery with caring, engaging staff. The classroom is well set up with a range of fun activities for children to participate in. Forest School is a particular strength where the children learn about fire safety and enjoy exploring their environment outside.

What it's like

Children are happy and secure at the nursery, feeling welcomed by friendly staff and transitioning confidently. They are polite and considerate, sharing resources and displaying good manners. Children benefit from exceptionally good bonds with staff, who foster warm and nurturing relationships.

Montessori philosophyForest SchoolAge Range: 3 months to 5 yearsHalf-day and Full-day sessionsAward Winning Group

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.

Key facts

Opening hours

8 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Session types

half-day, full-day

Registered with Ofsted

2018

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Walton Montessori Nursery

Last inspected 1 February 2022

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are happy and secure at the nursery, feeling welcomed by friendly staff and transitioning confidently. They are polite and considerate, sharing resources and displaying good manners. Children benefit from exceptionally good bonds with staff, who foster warm and nurturing relationships.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy and secure at the nursery.
  • Children benefit from exceptionally good bonds with staff.
  • Children take part in a variety of awe inspiring activities and use a large selection of natural, open-ended resources.
  • There are strong partnerships with parents and carers.
  • The staff provide a broad range of learning experiences that promote all areas of the curriculum.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide consistent guidance to children, so they know what is expected from them and can take steps to help keep themselves safe
  • 2enhance the knowledge of new staff, so they know how to successfully implement the curriculum to meet the individual needs all children.
Inspection #10191091 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of the staff and compliment them for their kindness and for the thorough and effective handover.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

A dedicated special educational needs coordinator gives effective and targeted support to children with emerging and additional needs. There is strong support for children with additional or emerging needs. Staff support children through using adapted resources and ensuring that the toys and equipment are reflective of children's individualities. This helps them to feel welcome and included at the nursery.

Outdoor space

Children have opportunities to explore and develop new skills, both indoors and outdoors with well equipped rooms, garden and a forest school area. Children participate in forest school activities, using flowers to dye fabric, hammering the flowers to release the colours. They learn how to use tools safely and notice changes when colours mix together.

EAL / language support

Children who speak English as an additional language hear their home language in the environment, for example staff can speak French in the pre-school room.

Google Reviews of Walton Montessori Nursery

5.0
(3 Google reviews)
Digital Gaps
a year ago

Excellent Nursery! We brought our son here after 4 teribble months at Toad Hall in Hersham and he thrived! All nursery teachers including the nursery manager were a delight to deal with. From the current staff we dealt with Maria, Adeer and Charley - all excellent! Kate was our son's favourite teacher and she was absolutely amazing - I understand that she has left since then.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

1 February 2022

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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Frequently asked about Walton Montessori Nursery

About the setting

Walton Montessori Nursery was registered in September 2018 and is located in Walton-on-Thames. The nursery operates 45 weeks of the year, between the hours of 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. It provides free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. There are 17 staff employed and the manager holds a full and relevant level 5 qualification.

URN
EY563249
Registered person
Inspired Learning Group (UK) Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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