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Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel

339-341 City Road, Islington, London EC1V 1LJ
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Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery School is a premier, highly sought-after early years setting that has delivered exceptional childcare and education to families in the Islington area since 1997.

Operating as a deeply popular fixture within the local community, the nursery combines the time-proven Montessori approach with modern early years frameworks to cultivate independence, confidence, and a lifelong passion for discovery.

The setting is distinguished by its highly successful track record in...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Christopher(Head of Nursery )

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 28

Total Places for Children

  • 123

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Opening Times

  • Monday08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday08:00-18:00
  • Thursday08:00-18:00
  • Friday08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees

£1790 - £2660 per month before funding is deducted

This is our full-time fee, please visit our website for details on different attendance patterns and funding options.

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Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.384) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel has 23 reviews.

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Review from Elisavet S (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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When Natalia started nursery at 14 months old, I was incredibly nervous. I wasn't sure I was ready to send her so young, and the transition felt overwhelming. From the very first visit, the team put me at ease in a way I didn't expect. When I got emotional on our tour, the manager came over, gave me a hug, and told me they would do whatever it took to make this work for both of us. That meant everything.
Three months in, I can honestly say it was the best decision we made. Natalia absolutely loves it. She comes home happy every single day. Her key person has been wonderful with her, and the whole team has been so supportive and responsive, when I call or message through the app, someone always gets back to me and takes the time to answer my questions properly.

Most importantly, they made me feel like my concerns mattered and that we were in it together. I went from feeling stressed and uncertain to feeling genuinely at peace. We couldn't recommend them more highly.

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel
Thank you, we are honoured that you have chosen us to be part of your very magical journey. We look forward to making lots more memories.
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Sarah

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Review from Jacqui P (Grandmother of Child) published on 15 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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We as a family cannot praise Hopes and Dreams enough.My grandson who is now 3 has been at the nursery since he was 4 months old.We looked at a lot of other nurseries for him but nine had the aplomb of H&D. My daughter can leave him with 100% confidence that he will be cherished all day.
Thank you so much

Jacqui

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Review from N R (Mother of Child) published on 8 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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We absolutely love Hopes & Dreams! The children are happy, well looked after, and kept busy with a fantastic range of activities. The Montessori approach really encourages independence, and the staff are wonderful at giving lots of praise and encouragement. Our child comes home confident and full of smiles every day. Couldn't recommend it more!

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel
Thank you so much for your kind words. Those little people really are fiercely independent! Those little smiles also show us the joy in everyday.

We really appreciate the time you have taken to write us this review.

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Review from V Q (Mother of Child) published on 1 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been attending Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery Angel for over a year, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. After visiting several nurseries, this one stood out as the best by far. The staff are caring, attentive, and truly dedicated to the children's wellbeing and development. They organise a wide range of engaging activities, which our daughter thoroughly enjoys.
The potty training support was exceptional - within just a few days, our daughter was fully trained. We also really appreciate the variety of healthy meals, which have introduced her to many different cuisines and flavours.
The deputy head and head of the nursery, are incredibly kind and supportive. They are always approachable, quick to respond to any questions or concerns, and genuinely care about each child.

We have been so pleased with our experience that we've decided to enrol our second child there as well.

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel

Your feedback is so important to us and we strive to make everyday a day of learning and joy for the children (and the staff). Thank you for putting your trust into Hopes and Dreams.

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Review from Paola M (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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Hopes & Dreams is a brilliant nursery. Lovely settings with plenty of light and space, both indoors and outdoors; organic nutritious food; caring and competent educators.
Both management and educators are very responsive to the needs of the individual child, and make us feel like our daughter is understood and nurtured in a supportive and personal way.

And as a nice perk, the parents community is lovely too, we have met some great fellow parents that we enjoy spending time with in the waiting room and at the park after nursery!

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel

We love that the parent's community has established itself and you have a network of support. Thank you for allowing us to share these special years with you and your family.

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Review from Nikita N (Father of Child) published on 29 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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We couldn't be happier with our experience at the nursery. Everything has been wonderful from day one and our child absolutely loves going in every day. The real highlight is the staff - they are so caring, warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children's happiness and development. Highly recommend!

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel

Thank you so much Nikita, I will make sure the team see this review as it is a wonderful show of appreciation for what they do.

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Review from Leah G (Mother of Child) published on 15 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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As a parent, it is an anxious and overwhelming experience finding an establishment to accommodate for your child's development. Hopes and Dreams are an amazing Montessori nursery with lovely staff and a great reflection of an excellent childcare provider. My daughter absolutely loves it there and as a mum, my anxiety is calm with the consistency. They're attentive, supportive and have very nice facilities for the children to explore.

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel

Thank you Leah, we are delighted that you have had such a wonderful experience with us. We look forward to the next few years of watching and supporting your daughter's growth and development together.

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Review from Ivana Y (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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The settling journey at the nursery has been great and went beyond my expectation. The staff was incredibly supportive in the journey, in both taking great care of my son and assuring me that my son is very happy at the nursery. In fact, my son is going to the nursery very happily every day! I can't be more grateful of the staff at the nursery and am very happy with my choice!

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel
My goodness what wonderful words. We are so pleased that your experience of nursery has been positive and supportive. We really appreciate the trust you put in to placing your child in our nursery and are grateful for the opportunity to share this magical journey of early childhood together.
Thank you

Sarah

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Review from Charity Y (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son started attending Hopes & Dreams City Road shortly after he turned 1. If someone told me four months ago that I would one day feel completely at ease, and even excited, to leave my son in someone else's care for 8+ hours a day, I would have thought it was impossible, but that really has been my reality since the beginning because the H&D team has been incredible.
My son has formed secure and positive relationships with all the staff, he is always happy at drop off and pick up, and he is growing well physically and emotionally. My son has multiple food allergies which have been taken very seriously from the get go by everyone, from the chef to the Management team.

Chris (Head) and Sarah (Principal) deserve special mentions for working tirelessly and rigorously to elevate the standard of care and facilities at the nursery since their joining, and I am grateful for their leadership. The H&D team really do their work with pride and care - I cannot recommend this nursery enough!

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel
This message has touched my heart, we are delighted that your family is a part of our family at Hopes and Dreams. Together we are amazing! Thank you for allowing us to share this journey with you.

Sarah

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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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The staff are exceptional. They are extremely warm, friendly and they always keep the parents involved and informed. I have seen great improvement in my children since they started attending the nursery.

Reply from Sarah Phillips, Principal at Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel
Thank you so much for your wonderful words, we really appreciate your feedback.
I am biased but I do believe the staff are exceptional. We look forward to sharing this journey of childhood with you and your children.
Many Thanks

Sarah

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Review from Katie M (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been at Hopes and Dreams for almost a year now, and we could not be happier that we chose to send her here. The staff in the babies room are all very experienced and so invested in the children's development. The variation in the activities that they expose the children to is incredible, and we have seen such an enormous improvement in our daughter's speech and social skills as a result. The team have also been really wondering in giving us helpful advice whenever we ask. The team and beautiful nursery head are always present to greet the children as they all arrive in the morning, and even teachers from the older classrooms seem to know all the other children by name. I feel very safe having our daughter at Hopes and Dreams.

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Review from D C (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has been attending Hopes and Dreams since she was nine months old (full-time from eleven months) and we are thrilled with this fantastic nursery. She is very happy and settled and every member of staff is amazing - they all genuinely seem to love working with the children and helping them grow and develop. We're delighted to see how much our daughter is learning through all the activities and opportunities provided for her at Hopes and Dreams. Many members of staff have worked there for many years, which we think is clearly a testament to the positive atmosphere and community established here. Compared to many other nurseries in the area that we considered. Hopes and Dreams is also a lovely bright space with a separate napping area, with direct access to a garden. Menus are varied and nutritious, and our daughter generally eats very well at home too. Communication is consistently excellent. Couldn't recommend it enough!

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Review from Natalie S (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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My two children have attended this nursery over the past 3 years and they both thoroughly look forward to going to nursery. The staff are fantastic - super attentive and so supportive of each individual child's needs. The breadth of activities and educational opportunities the nursery provides is fantastic and both children have benefitted so much from their time there. The Montessori teaching is superb and I always know what my children are working on and what their short-term and long-term aims are. The nursery and staff are also very keen to foster a sense of independence in all the children, so they are both very independent. I would highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Kevin H (Father of Child) published on 15 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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We have been really delighted with our son's progress since he started at Hopes and Dreams in August. It is a very caring and loving environment - every staff member in the building (even those who do not work in his room) know him and warmly speak to him every day. It is very reassuring to us when leaving our young baby each day. We have confidence that he's well looked after, and in an environment where he can thrive. There is a warm and friendly atmosphere that really makes us feel welcomed.

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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 15 December 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter is almost two years old and has been attending Hopes and Dreams Angel since she was seven months. Despite her early age, the staff made the settling-in process smooth and minimized the stress for both us and our baby.
Within a few weeks, they earned our full trust. When we dropped my daughter off, she would happily lean towards the teachers and smile. When we picked her up, she was always cheerful and well cared for. Now that she is older, she often expresses her enthusiasm for nursery and, when picked up, doesn't anxiously call for us.
The teachers in her room are consistently attentive and deeply invested in her well-being, as well as her intellectual and physical development. Her key person has been exceptional in providing us with regular updates on my daughter's activities, progress, achievements, and challenges.

In summary, I would wholeheartedly recommend hopes and dreams to other parents seeking a reliable, nurturing environment where their children can thrive.

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Review from K S (Aunt of Child) published on 11 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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My niece started at the nursery in December 23’ and honestly she has already progressed so much. I am doing the pickups every now and then, and I have never seen a very humble management at any place a fact. The principal met us at the reception and asked us about how we were? And how was our day? She even asked me if I need tea or coffee! Such kind things to ask anyone especially in today’s world when no one has time for anyone. I highly recommend this place and their educational program is highly effective and the best so far as my niece has changed three nurseries in the last two years. This is by far the top-level nursery in the area. Well done Hopes and Dreams team.

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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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I am so happy with this nursery. My daughter is excited to go in and see her teachers and friends every morning and sometimes it is hard to leave during pick-up times. She comes home telling me all the fun things and new things she learned in the day with so much excitement. Seeing my daughter smile and be happy every day is a testament to a wonderfully managed nursery. Thank you!

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Review from Candy T (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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A lot has changed since my daughter joined nursery, all the staff are very friendly and helpful! In the beginning, I almost wanted to give up as every time she cried once she stepped into the nursery, however, the lovely hopes and dreams team encouraged me not to give up, and now I am very grateful! We hope the app can update children’s activities at any time, this app needs to be strengthened. I love the meetings between teachers and parents so that we can share more ideas each other, as well as the online meetings, it is very helpful for us to gain more knowledge on how to better educate our child.

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Review from M W (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter enjoys and tells me what happened and what she did every time with a smile. The management team and teachers are wonderful, helpful and very kind. I highly recommend Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery School.

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Review from M K (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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I’m so happy that I have chosen this nursery for my son! I can see in a few weeks how he is developing all his skills and it’s amazing how professional is the staff! They are doing great activities they are eating amazing food and the place is dreamy for children! Also my son’s key person is so helpful and professional not only to me but also to my baby. One member of staff in particular is the first person that I met and she explained to me in a professional way everything and is always available to support in any matter! I would definitely recommend this nursery!

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Christopher Grierson
Christopher GriersonJob Title:Head of NurseryJoined: 2025

Christopher has over 20 years of personal experience in early years education.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel

What is the Age Range of Children that Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel accepts?

Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel Open?

Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel have capacity for?

Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel has capacity for a total of 123 Children.

How far is Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery - Angel to the centre of London?

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

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