Dulwich Montessori Nursery School

Philosophy: Curriculum balances Montessori approach with early years foundation stage

Forest School Sessions: Provides weekly forest school sessions

Activities: Variety of activities including phonics videos, sports, and 'feely boxes'

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Supports comprehension of stories, expands vocabulary, and promotes curiosity about the world

Communication: Parents are kept well informed about their children's learning and day at nursery

Community Building: Partnership workshops to enhance parents’ understanding of the nursery's ethos

Programs and Resources: Well prepared for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities

Staff Training: Staff demonstrate clear understanding of complementing Montessori and early years approaches

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Welcoming staff greet the children; manager greets every child individually

Safeguarding Training: Staff required to complete regular safeguarding training

Play and Learning Integration: Children enjoy a range of activities that build skills for life

Transition to Primary School: All children are well prepared for the next stages of learning including the move to school

Diversity Management: Children who speak English as an additional language are supported with resources in English and their home language

Child Safety Management: Effective daily risk assessments; premises secure and well maintained

Children's Safety and Security: Children feel safe and secure, follow rules readily

Teaching Personal Safety: Staff extend understanding of personal safety through routines and activities

Happiness and Settling: Children look happy and settle quickly with support from staff