Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School

67-69 Salcott Road, London SW11 6DQ
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  • Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School, London
Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School is a private daycare nursery.

Situated on Salcott Road. At their last inspection in July 2023, the nursery was awarded a Good from Ofsted.

The nursery is open full-time from 7:30 am – 7:00 pm caring for children from 3 months to 5 years.

Children are encouraged to develop and build upon their abilities in all areas of learning and take pride in their achievements.

Children quickly gain independence, self-confidence and an enthusiasm for learning. The innovative and exciting curriculum encourages the children to develop all the characteristics needed for effective learning.

The nursery works in partnership with parents to prepare children for entry into well-regarded schools in the local and surrounding areas.

The nursery has been completely refurbished and the rooms are equipped with state of the art educational resources, providing environments rich in exciting and engaging learning opportunities and experiences which are tailored to meet children's individual interests.

The nursery's chef prepares all the children's meals fresh on the premises each day.

Extra-curricular activities include community visits, gardening and more.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Vicky Barlow (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 122

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Please contact us for a copy of our current fees or for any information on funding.


    At our Nursery, we understand that every family has unique needs. That's why we offer flexible pricing options to cater to both full and half-day schedules.


    Additionally, we provide a dependable drop-off and pick-up service for the convenience of parents whose children attend X school. Moreover, our commitment to quality education extends to offering 15 funding options to ensure every child has access to excellent care and learning opportunities. Let us be your trusted partner in your child's development journey - contact us today to learn more.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-19:00
    Tuesday 07:30-19:00
    Wednesday 07:30-19:00
    Thursday 07:30-19:00
    Friday 07:30-19:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School Reviews (75)

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Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.212) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School has 75 reviews.

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Review from Susete R (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son continues to thrive at this nursery. Watching him grow from a curious toddler into a confident, chatty little boy has been such a joy, and so much of that credit goes to the incredible staff who care for him every day.
The activities are always engaging, encouraging independence, imagination,
and kindness. We've seen such positive development in his social skills, communication, and confidence - all thanks to the nurturing environment and consistency provided most recently by the preschool staff.
The new manager's presence has brought a renewed sense of energy and warmth, and we really value the open communication and care she provides to families. Her passion and commitment to the children is truly inspiring. It's clear she is deeply invested in the happiness and development of every child who walks through the nursery doors.
From the baby room to preschool, every member of staff has played such an important part in our son's early years. Thank you Northcote Montessori!
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Review from Victoria V (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic nursery with world class facilities. All the staff are very caring and go above and beyond to make the children feel safe and loved. The opening hours (both drop off and collection) are great for working parents.
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Review from T M (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are loving the new Northcote Montessori on Salcott Road. Having recently undergone an extensive refurb, the nursery now includes an impressive sensory room and nap space. The toys and the different rooms for different ages are beautiful and clean. The children have access to outside spaces and are
also regularly taken out to Wandsworth common. The staff have been lovely, our little one looks forward to her days at nursery with her friends.
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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined Northcote House (now Northcote Montessori) in June this year just before he turned 1. I first viewed the nursery under the previous management and it has been completely transformed since the refurbishment under the new manager Vicky who has been amazing. The space is very big and welcoming.
The babies have their own dedicated baby garden and baby sensory room. Most importantly all of the staff are so caring and friendly. Particularly Ferdous in the baby room who is truly incredible and caring - my son jumps out of my arms with excitement when he sees Ferdous which I have always thought is a great sign of the relationships the staff have built with him. The children get to do many activities with lots of variety and I get very detailed updates and photos every day via the app. Like most parents I was anxious for my little one to start nursery and the experience with Northcote Montessori has exceeded my expectations.
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Review from T M (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We started at the nursery in September and have been very happy. Vicky and the rest of the staff have been so warm and accommodating with our daughter. I can really feel that the staff in her room care about her and are getting to know her personality. It makes me feel so much better dropping her off
each day, knowing she's getting that kind of care and attention.
The updates through the app have also been great! They do so many activities every day, spend time in the beautiful garden, and eat from a really impressive menu. We're so happy with our decision to send our daughter here!
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Review from Ana W (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has greatly improved in recent months. The new nursery manager has been a great addition and she has gone above and beyond even suggesting we go for tax-free childcare that we hadn't been aware of. Really for the area the nursery is the most flexible for people who work - providing all day
and all year care.
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Review from Emily C (Mother of Child) published on 6 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Northcote House Nursery since November 2023, and we have been very pleased with the care and attention he has received. In particular the staff in the baby room have been fantastic, and the manager has also been great - very attentive, very engaged with each child. We were very reassured
with how well they dealt with our son's egg allergy, and we were also grateful at the flexibility they allowed us at the start. Updates to the app (describing daily activities as well as food, sleep, nappies etc.) are very regular. We had no prior experience of any other nursery, and were a bit nervous initially given some previous reviews, but our experience since November 2023 has been nothing but positive.
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Review from Lotti B (Mother of Child) published on 29 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been with the nursery since early 2022. It went through a difficult time last year with changes in management and staff - we weren’t sure whether to stick or twist. However, there is now much better consistency in staff, and the manager is very engaged and open to listening to feedback. I have
a child in the baby room and the preschool room, and I am really happy with both. Lovely big open rooms to explore, plenty of activities, outdoor space, trips out to local areas, music sessions and most importantly regular caring staff.
Disclaimer - I haven’t experienced the new toddler room yet (18m-30m), which is obviously the toughest age to handle but I am optimistic with them in charge.
Reply from Georgiana Preda, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for your feedback regarding your experience. We are always striving for excellence, and your insights help us improve. Your words mean a lot to all of the team. Thank you!
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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 30 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so happy with Northcote House. My daughter, who is 2 is delighted to attend every day; she rushes in and is greeted by such a lovely, friendly and caring team. She’s made friends and actively enjoys and looks forward to all the activities they provide. The nursery makes to huge effort to make
each day different and exciting for the children. My daughter loves the messy play and the activities, including trips. We highly recommend Northcote House!
Reply from Georgiana Preda, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're dedicated to creating a joyful environment for every child. We are thrilled to hear your child is so happy at Northcote House Nursery. Thank you very much.
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Review from Jen H (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
After a fairly recent change in management of the nursery, we have seen some improvements at Northcote House Nursery. The main thing for me as a parent is to see my child happily arriving each day, eager to greet the staff and other children. My child has received wonderful care from her key worker
since she joined the nursery as a baby. The staff at the nursery work really hard and the children always seem really happy! We love the team at Northcote House!
Reply from Georgiana Preda, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for taking your time to share your thoughts about Northcote House Nursery. We are delightful to hear your child is so happy at Northcote House Nursery. Thank you very much.
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Review from Matthew W (Father of Child) published on 25 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been with the nursery for two and a half years and in that time have seen a lot of changes, and some very mixed results. I am pleased to say that we are now very happy with the nursery, and would single out the nursery manager's leadership as a key factor. She has listened to parents and implemented
our feedback (e.g reinstating early drop-off). She communicates clearly and proactively and follows up. She gives an amazing welcome every morning and has implemented lots of lovely touches to improve the experience. Staff and children seem happy and motivated (not always the case historically). She brings positive energy and a can-do attitude. The kids are happy and stimulated and learning. Would encourage management to keep supporting the nursery manager in her campaign to continually improve, and keep seeking feedback from parents. Only other point is invoices could be clearer in terms of itemisation. Keep up the good work!
Reply from Georgiana Preda, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for taking your time to leave such a lovely feedback. It means a lot to us and truly makes a difference. Knowing that your children enjoy their time at our nursery and that you, as a parent,…read more
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Review from Louise M (Mother of Child) published on 19 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter is very happy at pre-school. She loves seeing her friends and teachers and all the different activities she participates in, especially the Playball and Music sessions. The manager and staff are very caring and passionate about the learning and development journeys of the children. Thank
you for all your hard work!
Reply from Georgiana Preda, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you so much for taking your time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear your positive feedback about our diverse activities. Knowing that you are happy with the teamwork makes us…read more
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Review from Vanessa D (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since the management change last summer, we have seen such a wonderful transformation at the nursery. The team has been so thoughtful about how to make the nursery lovely and welcoming every morning, with varied activities, competent and friendly staff and good communication with parents. I love to
see everything the kids get up to every day on the app and our son is incredibly happy to come in each day.
Reply from Georgiana Preda, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're dedicated to fostering open communication and creating a joyful environment for every child. We are thrilled to hear your child is so happy at Northcote House…read more
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has been through some challenging times, with staff rotations and multiple changes, especially in the baby room last year. The current management’s extremely hard work in the summer of 2023 has warranted an extraordinary change and I’ve been very happy with the care in the latest months.
The care providers are very attentive and caring towards children, offer them exciting and varied developmental opportunities daily and clearly have a plan and structure in place. I also appreciate the healthy menu that the children are provided with. The managers are absolute stars.
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Review from Lena S (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
My experience with the nursery was disappointing. Initially promising, it deteriorated after key staff left, leading to high turnover, inconsistent care and constantly changing agency staff. Despite multiple meetings with the area manager, staff turnover continued. Not to mention the new manager was
later under investigation and all the area manager said - it wasn't related to childcare.
To be fair, the permanent staff genuinely tried, but the company running the nursery offered little support, prioritizing profit over childcare. Shockingly, this nursery is the most expensive in the area while providing minimal value for such high fees.
My biggest regret is not switching sooner. My daughter's development and well-being improved immensely after the change. Near the end, she cried during drop-offs but the staff were too overwhelmed to help her settle down, plus the merger of toddler and pre-toddler rooms left older children neglected.
Hope my feedback can serve as a warning to other parents.
Reply from Georgiana Preda, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We take all feedback very seriously and appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention.
We are aware of some of the challenges our nursery…read more
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Review from S G (Father of Child) published on 8 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been full-time in Northcote House for more than a year. We could not be happier with Northcote House. Our son loves it there and looks forward to the start of the day every day. The staff are excellent, professional and friendly. Our son is developing so much due to the care and activities
carried out. I would highly recommend Northcote House Nursery.
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Review from N S (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child goes to Northcote House and I cannot emphasise how caring they are towards her! The staff are brilliant and the bond between my daughter and them is so special. It makes me really happy dropping her off every day and seeing how ecstatic she is about seeing not just her friends but the carers
too! What I also love about Northcote House is that they listen to me and when I ask anything of them they always deliver and go above and beyond. It really does feel like you’re part of a family and a community. My daughter has come so far and has learned so much being there, I’m so proud of her and thankful for them.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to read your positive feedback.
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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery. My little boy has been in both pre-nursery and nursery classes so far and he absolutely loves it. Fantastic range of activities, he brings home all sorts of artwork, food he has baked, smoothies he's made, etc. Outings to the common, playground, library and shops to buy ingredients.
A great all-around experience. Sweet free-flow garden too with all sorts of trikes and ride-on toys. Structured educational play combined with free play is excellent. All staff are energetic, smiley and very caring, led by the wonderful manager. Thank you Northcote House!
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to read your positive feedback.
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Review from Brooke M (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery with highly skilled and caring staff and a fabulous manager. My children love going here with a large variety of activities, they are always entertained, engaged and developing. The nursery constantly strives to develop the skills of staff and what they offer the children. We love
it here.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for your great review, we are delighted to hear your positive feedback.
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Review from L K (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Totally blown away by the nursery and facilities. On the first initial visit I knew this was the nursery for me and my child. The manager was warm, caring and passionate. On the first settling in visit the staff were nurturing the nursery is clean and well resourced.
Reply from The Staff Team, Manager at Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School
Thank you for your review, we are delighted to hear your positive feedback.
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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.212)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.212) out of 10 for Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.679 for Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (115 Excellents x 5) + (33 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 156 Ratings = 4.679
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.533 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School is based on 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 122 number of registered child places is 24.4. 13 Positive Reviews ÷ 24.4 = 0.533
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School

What is the Age Range of Children that Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School accepts?

Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School Open?

Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School is open: Monday 07:30-19:00, Tuesday 07:30-19:00, Wednesday 07:30-19:00, Thursday 07:30-19:00, Friday 07:30-19:00.

How many Children does Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School have capacity for?

Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School has capacity for a total of 122 Children.

How far is Northcote Montessori Independent Nursery School to the centre of London?

3.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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