--- title: "Woodentots Hive Babies Day Nursery, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/woodentots-hive-babies-nw1-0sy-2640779 description: "Woodentots Hive Babies, a day nursery in London — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Woodentots Hive Babies Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · Alan Chalmers House, 123 St Pancras Way, London, NW1 0SY · Camden Number of places 18 places Age range 1–2 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Camden ## About this day nursery Woodentots Hive Babies is a day nursery in Camden, London, for children aged one to two years. The day nursery is open throughout the year and has a nature-orientated approach, using reusable cloths and recycling materials to teach children about sustainability. A blended teaching method, which includes a Montessori environment, is used to support children’s independence and help them access resources for themselves. The curriculum is described by the inspector as ambitious. Children who are confident walkers attend a weekly forest school where they can explore nature and engage in activities like climbing. Staff support communication and language development through songs, signs, and reading stories. For example, staff may name animals in different languages to support children who speak English as an additional language. Ofsted inspected the nursery in July 2023 and gave it an overall rating of Good, reporting that children feel safe and engage in their learning as soon as they arrive. Our ethos Woodentots Hive creates a beautiful home from home experience with Montessori and Waldorf toys that promote our blended approach to support child – led learning through using their senses, true to the Woodentots ethos creativity and nature is at its core. Loose part and sensory play are important towards babies’ development to become independent and creative learners. Much of our resources will offer open-ended experiences rather than traditional toys. These types of experiences build up self – confidence, concentration, coordination and independence – some of the pillars of Montessori. What it's like Children engage in their learning as soon as they arrive at this calm and nurturing nursery. Staff provide reassurance, making children feel safe and ready to learn. The nursery has a blended approach to teaching which supports children to access resources themselves, building on their independence further. Montessori-inspired Steiner-inspired Nature-based learning Baby-led weaning Outdoor play ## 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.woodentots.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Food Breakfast, lunch, tea, and snacks provided (fresh, mostly organic, baby-led weaning supported). Parents to provide bottles and milk. Opening hours 8am – 6pm Age range 6 months – 3 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Woodentots Hive Babies Last inspected 12 July 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children engage in their learning as soon as they arrive. - The nursery has a blended approach to teaching, including a Montessori environment, which supports children's independence. - The nursery is nature orientated, promoting sustainability and an awareness of the natural environment. - Leaders have high expectations and an ambitious curriculum. - Children's communication and language are well supported through songs, signs, and good interactions. Areas to develop - 1 focus teaching more precisely on what individual children need to learn next to enhance their development further. Inspection #10295729 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50226161) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space This nursery is nature orientated; for example, reusable cloths are used and materials are recycled. Children build an awareness of the natural environment around them but also of how to be sustainable. Children who are confident walkers go to weekly forest school, where they can further explore nature and engage in physical development such as climbing. EAL / language support Children who speak English as an additional language are also supported well. For example, when reading a story, staff name animals in different languages and describe what they look like. Inspection history Date: July 2023 - August 2023 Good - July 2023 Good ## Frequently asked about Woodentots Hive Babies ### What is Woodentots Hive Babies' Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find fees for Woodentots Hive Babies? ### What age range does Woodentots Hive Babies cater to? ### Does Woodentots Hive Babies have a particular approach to learning? ### Does Woodentots Hive Babies offer outdoor play? ### Do children at Woodentots Hive Babies get meals? ### How does Woodentots Hive Babies support children who speak English as an additional language? ### What are the opening hours for Woodentots Hive Babies? ### How can I contact or visit Woodentots Hive Babies? ## About the setting Woodentots Hive Babies registered in June 2021 and is situated in Camden, London. The nursery is open all year round, Monday to Thursday, from 8am to 6pm. It employs eight members of staff, five of whom hold an appropriate early years qualification at level 3 or above. It follows a blended approach to teaching, with influences from Montessori, Waldorf and Reggio Emilia. URN 2640779 Registered person Woodentots Montessori Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Woodentots Hive Babies. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Kido Camden London · NW1 9RY https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kido-camden-nw1-9ry-2533677 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Agar Nursery London · NW1 9SU https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/agar-nursery-nw1-9su-ey384715 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Banana Moon Day Nursery Caversham London · NW5 2DR 4.9(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/caversham-nw5-2dr-ey435722 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### PACE - Fairfield Playcentre London · NW1 7LR 4.6(9 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fairfield-play-centre-nw1-7lr-ey451932 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### The Kentish Town Day Nursery & Pre-School London · NW5 3EH 4.3(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-kentish-town-day-nursery-pre-school-nw5-3eh-ey232072 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Harmood Children's Centre and Family Hub London · NW1 8DQ 4.8(18 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/harmood-nursery-nw1-8dq-ey337970 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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