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Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School # Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · Whitchurch Montessori and Forest School, Park View, Whitchurch, RG28 7FE · Hampshire Number of places 42 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2026 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School, registered in 2023, provides childcare for children aged 2 to 4 years old in Whitchurch, Hampshire. The nursery has a strong focus on inclusivity, with leaders and staff promoting this value throughout the setting. The curriculum at Whitchurch Montessori is thoughtfully planned and varied, covering all areas of learning, with a particular strength in communication and language development. Children are encouraged to be independent in self-care and are confident in managing their own personal routines. The nursery also places a strong emphasis on building secure relationships through the key-person approach. The dedicated team at Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School is committed to providing a supportive and engaging environment where children can thrive, explore, and develop new skills, ensuring a positive start to their early education journey. Our ethos The nursery integrates the Montessori philosophy, the Forest School ethos, and the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum to foster holistic development. It emphasises hands-on experiences, exploration, and a connection to nature, with individually paced learning that encourages independence and critical thinking. What it's like Children are happy and settle well into the nursery. Staff take the time to get to know children and their families, using effective settling-in routines. Children develop confidence in their new surroundings and are keen to explore and learn. Leaders and staff are ambitious for children and provide a range of experiences to help children develop new skills. Promotes inclusivity Strong communication skills Independent self-care Strong relationships Varied curriculum ## 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://whitchurchmontessori.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours 8 AM- 6PM Age range 2 to 5 years Session types full-time daycare Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Jan 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 2 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School Last inspected 13 January 2026 · Tara Naylor What it's like to attend Children are happy and settle well into the nursery. Staff take the time to get to know children and their families, using effective settling-in routines. Children develop confidence in their new surroundings and are keen to explore and learn. Leaders and staff are ambitious for children and provide a range of experiences to help children develop new skills. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff promote inclusivity throughout the nursery. - Children progress well in all areas of the curriculum, with communication and language skills being a particular strength. - Children are highly independent in self-care and confident in managing their own self-care. - Leaders and staff establish and maintain strong relationships with children from the outset, using the key-person approach. - Leaders plan and create a varied curriculum that promotes all areas of learning and is differentiated to meet the ages and abilities of the children in their care. - Safeguarding standards are met, with leaders and those responsible for governance establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified, acted upon and managed. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should support staff to closely monitor children's engagement during group activities and adjust the pace or approach when needed so that all children stay focused and involved in purposeful learning. - 2 Leaders should provide parents with further guidance and ideas of how they can support their children's learning and development at home. - 3 Leaders should develop partnerships with other early years settings that children attend to promote a shared approach to children's learning. Inspection #2748644 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50295668) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School Inspection date Jan 2026 Inspection no. 2748644 Lead inspector Tara Naylor [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50295668)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2748644) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=whitchurch-montessori-nursery-and-forest-school-rg28-7fe-2748644) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders focus staff training on helping staff understand how to use the graduated approach to support children's needs. Highly effective and meticulous assessments of children's needs enable swift intervention when additional support is required. Leaders take an excellent, proactive approach to initiating support from other professionals and sustaining these relationships so that children benefit from well-coordinated, tailored guidance and care. Outdoor space Routines encouraging regular exercise, rest, and healthy meals support physical development. Children learn confidence in adventurous play as staff create a safe environment for appropriate risks. Children can balance on wooden beams, jump into puddles, and explore how high they can jump, promoting self-confidence and resilience. EAL / language support The curriculum is tailored to reduce any barriers children may face in their learning, including for those for whom English is an additional language. Targeted interventions are regularly reviewed to ensure all children overcome challenges and achieve the best possible outcomes. Inspection history Most recent inspection 13 January 2026 Expected standard Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50295668) ## Frequently asked about Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### How is support provided for children learning English as an additional language? ### Is Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School a private nursery? ### What outdoor learning space does Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School have? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in Whitchurch Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Whitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### The Oak Tree Nursery & Pre-School Whitchurch · RG28 7EB ](/nursery/the-oak-tree-nursery-pre-school-ltd-rg28-7eb-ey264320) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.1 mi ### The Watership Down Nursery Whitchurch · RG28 7NY ](/nursery/the-watership-down-nursery-rg28-7ny-ey501229) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.7 mi ### Ninny's House St Mary Bourne · SP11 6BE ](/nursery/ninny-s-house-sp11-6be-2677826) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 4.1 mi ### Little Steps Montessori Nursery School Basingstoke · RG25 3BT 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-steps-montessori-nursery-school-rg25-3bt-ey458183) - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.7 mi ### Busy Bees at Andover Picket Twenty Andover · SP11 6TH 2.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-andover-picket-twenty-sp11-6th-2841214) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.8 mi ### Finkley Down Farm Nursery and Pre-School Andover · SP11 6NF 4.8(47 reviews) ](/nursery/finkley-down-farm-nursery-and-pre-school-sp11-6nf-2630067) [See all nurseries in Whitchurch →](/search?q=Whitchurch) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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