Business Details
Trusted Montessori Nurseries for Early Childhood Education
Established over 30 years ago, we have dedicated ourselves to advancing Montessori education for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Our four nurseries in Watford, Northwood, Cricklewood, and Wembley provide child-centred learning environments that foster independence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. With a team of highly skilled practitioners holding Early Years qualifications and Montessori diplomas, we combine state-of-the-art resources with a prepared environment to nurture each child's full potential.Our training academy supports continuous professional development for apprentices and early years educators, ensuring we maintain the highest standards in early childhood education. Through regular communication via the Famly app and a commitment to nutritious meals, we keep parents informed and involved in their child's developmental journey.
Services
Montessori Education
Childcare Services
Early Years Training
Nutritious Meal Provision
Parent Communication App
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of Montessori expertise across four purpose-built nurseries
- Our practitioners hold Montessori diplomas and Early Years qualifications
- We provide nutritious, balanced meals tailored to children's dietary needs
- Our 600+ 5-star reviews highlight exceptional staff-child relationships
- We operate a training academy for early years professional development
What people say
Lovely and dependable carers
So much happier here
Friendly and welcoming staff
Grows by the week
10/10
Services
Montessori Education
Our Montessori curriculum promotes independence through hands-on activities and self-paced exploration. Qualified practitioners guide children aged 6 months to 5 years in developing creativity and problem-solving skills. The prepared environment with authentic Montessori materials supports holistic development for school and life readiness.
Childcare Services
We provide full-day childcare in clean, spacious settings with age-appropriate activities. Our staff maintain a 1:4 adult-child ratio for toddlers and 1:8 for preschoolers. Daily routines include structured learning, outdoor play, and individualised attention to support emotional and social growth.
Early Years Training
Our training academy offers apprenticeships and Montessori qualifications for early years educators. Courses cover child development, Montessori methodology, and behaviour management. Practitioners receive ongoing CPD to maintain expertise in modern early childhood education practices.
Nutritious Meal Provision
We prepare balanced meals meeting EYFS nutritional standards with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Menus accommodate allergies and dietary requirements while encouraging children to try new foods. Mealtimes promote independence through self-service and social interaction.
Parent Communication App
The Famly app provides daily updates, photos, and learning observations. Parents access real-time notifications about their child's activities and milestones. Secure messaging enables instant communication with nursery staff for immediate concerns or questions.
Questions
Is there a waiting list for nursery places?
Yes, some age groups have waiting lists due to high demand. We recommend early enrolment to secure preferred sessions.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All practitioners have Early Years qualifications and many hold Montessori diplomas. Staff receive ongoing training through our in-house academy.
How do you implement the Montessori approach?
We use child-led learning with Montessori materials, allowing self-paced exploration. Practitioners guide activities that develop independence and practical life skills.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the Famly app for daily updates, photos, and progress tracking. Regular parent-teacher meetings and newsletters keep families informed.
What happens if my child becomes ill at nursery?
We contact parents immediately and may require collection. Children must be symptom-free for 24 hours before returning after illness.
Can I visit the nursery before enrolling?
Yes, we encourage parents to schedule a tour with their child to experience the environment and meet staff.
Reviews (5)
Andy Grandeur Obakpolor
Jul 18, 2021
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The staffs are very professional in their approach, character and disposition. Seeing the progress of my daughter at Little Learner's Montessori gives me alot of assurance and bliss. Top notch when it comes to customer service and value. Kudos!
Lory Miko
May 11, 2021
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One of the best nursery around! I'm impressed with the care and compassion of the staff, but also with the teaching skills and the knowledge seeded in the little minds . my daughter developed so beautifully under the teachers care. Our journey started at 19 months and today as back then Little learners is my daughter happy place. She always talks about her teachers and she always wants to bring them flowers. I'm so grateful for them all
Keral Patel
May 08, 2021
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Positive:Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
My daughter has attended this nursery, full time, from the age of 11 months (she's now 2) and has loved every day. The staff are approachable, wonderfully warm and care for the children in a way that puts a parent's mind at complete ease. I would highly recommend this nursery.
My daughter has attended this nursery, full time, from the age of 11 months (she's now 2) and has loved every day. The staff are approachable, wonderfully warm and care for the children in a way that puts a parent's mind at complete ease. I would highly recommend this nursery.
Zeena Patel
Apr 30, 2021
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Little Learners Montessori watford is a exceptional nursery - the attention to detail of the development and learning of each individual child is at the core of their daily practices. The Montessori approach runs through the core of their daily activities. Our daughter started at 8 months old and she has just grown from strength to strength and has such a little social personality with so much interest for life and the world which I think comes from her interaction with her peers and the nurturing of her interests during the time she spends at Nursery. We are always kept fully informed and no request
Aadhar Sharma
Apr 30, 2021
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Both of our children have been at the Little Learners in Watford. It is exceptional. The staff are amazingly committed and both of our sons developed great relationships with their teachers. The approach taken here instills confidence in any child!
