Full-day nursery in Shepherd's Bush, Hammersmith and Fulham
Dolce Casa Montessori
Wendell Park Primary School, Stronsa Road, London, W12 9LB · Getting there
- Not yet inspected by Ofsted
- 5.0 on Google (1 review)
Is it good?
Ofsted
Not yet inspected
Official records
- Ofsted registrationRegistered since March 2026Reference 2883884Ofsted · checked 30 June 2026
- Inspections on recordNone yetOfsted · checked 30 June 2026
- Registered places19 placesthe most children it may care for at onceOfsted · checked 30 June 2026
- Food hygiene rating5 (Very good)inspected 22 July 2026Food Standards Agency · checked 13 November 2026
Fees
- Registration fee
- £200
Fees: not published yet
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Hours and ages
- Monday to Friday
- 08:00–18:00
- Ages
- birth to 3 years
- Weeks open
- 50 a year
Getting there
Wendell Park Primary School, Stronsa Road, London, W12 9LB · More nurseries in W12
Stations
- Stamford Brook14 min walk · 0.6 miles
- Turnham GreenNo step-free access15 min walk · 0.6 miles
- Acton CentralNo step-free access19 min walk · 0.8 miles
Buses
4 bus stops within 400 m, including Larden Road / Factory Quarter and Askew Road Library / Gayford Road.
Parks and playgrounds
- Wendell Park1 min walk
- Bromyard Gardens6 min walk
- Stamford Brook Common10 min walk
- Acton Park10 min walk
- Land at Prebend Gardens11 min walk
- Playground3 min walk
© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026. Walking times are rough, from straight-line distance.
Places and next steps
Spaces: not published yet. Nurseries often fill months ahead, so ask early.
In Hammersmith and Fulham there are about 2.4 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces, so this is a guide to demand. Source: ONS Census 2021.
What parents say
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Dolce Casa Montessori is a full-day nursery at Wendell Park Primary School, Stronsa Road, London, W12 9LB, in Shepherd's Bush, Hammersmith and Fulham. It is registered for 19 children and takes children aged birth to 3 years. It opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri, 50 weeks a year. It accepts Tax-Free Childcare. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 1 review (November 2026).
A day here
Our summary of the nursery's website and Ofsted reports. Each feature links to where it came from.
Learning
The nursery's website names a Montessori, nature-based approach. It also lists SEND support and an inclusive setting.
- MontessoriSource: nursery website
- Nature-based approachSource: nursery website
Food
Meals are included in the fees. The nursery's website says healthy snacks are provided.
- Meals included in feesSource: nursery website
- Healthy snacks providedSource: nursery website
Outdoors
The nursery's website says it has its own garden and daily outdoor play.
- Own gardenSource: nursery website
- Daily outdoor playSource: nursery website
Settling in
According to its website, settling in is a gentle, individual process that starts with short introductory sessions with a parent present, then moves to gradual separation. The nursery uses a key person system and offers settling-in sessions.
- Key person systemSource: nursery website
- Flexible sessionsSource: nursery website
- Open all yearSource: nursery website
- Late pick-upSource: nursery website
- Nappies and wipes providedSource: nursery website
- Settling-in sessionsSource: nursery website
- Small group sizesSource: nursery website
- After-school clubSource: nursery website
SEND and inclusion
- SEND supportSource: nursery website
- Inclusive settingSource: nursery website
Building and safety
- Near public transportSource: nursery website
Getting a place
The nursery has a waiting list and requires 4 weeks' notice to leave. The registration fee is £200, and it accepts Tax-Free Childcare. Its website says applicants must book a visit, complete the Registration Form, and pay the registration fee plus any deposit or prepayment; the start date is confirmed once paperwork and payments are received.
Compare nurseries nearby
| Nursery | Ofsted | Full day from | Hours | Ages | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolce Casa MontessoriThis nursery | Not yet inspected | not shared yet | 08:00–18:00 | 0 mo–3 yrs | This nursery |
| The Willow Tree Nursery SchoolFull-day nursery | Report card 2026 | not shared yet | 08:30–15:30 | from 2 yrs | under 0.1 miles |
| Stepping Stones Nursery SchoolFull-day nursery | Outstanding | not shared yet | 08:00–18:00 | from 2 yrs | 0.2 miles |
| Montessori by Busy Bees North ChiswickFull-day nursery | Good | not shared yet | 08:00–18:00 | not shared yet | 0.2 miles |
| Little Eve's NurseryFull-day nursery | Good | not shared yet | 08:00–18:00 | 3 mo–5 yrs | 0.3 miles |
| Buttercups at ActonFull-day nursery | Good | not shared yet | not shared yet | not shared yet | 0.4 miles |
| Green Twigs Nursery, Montessori & Forest School LtdSessional pre-school | Report card 2026 | not shared yet | 09:00–15:00 | not shared yet | 0.4 miles |
A dash means the nursery hasn't published it yet. Distances are in a straight line.
- All nurseries in Shepherd's Bush10
- All nurseries in Hammersmith and Fulham74
- All nurseries in W1213
- Nurseries near Stamford Brook station
Nearby areas
Schools nearby
- Wendell Park Primary School Primaryages 3–11has a nursery classOfsted: Goodinspected November 2022 under 0.1 miles
- Good Shepherd RC Primary School Primaryages 3–11has a nursery classOfsted: Outstandinginspected July 2024 0.2 miles
- Ormiston Queensmill Academy ages 3–19has a nursery classOfsted: Goodinspected February 2023 0.4 miles
- Southfield Primary School Primaryages 4–11Ofsted: Outstandinginspected May 2023 0.4 miles
- Greenside Primary School Primaryages 3–11has a nursery classOfsted: School remains Goodinspected October 2023 0.5 miles
- Orchard House School ages 3–11has a nursery class 0.5 miles
- Vanessa Nursery School Nurseryages 2–5has a nursery classOfsted: School remains Outstandinginspected March 2023 0.6 miles
- East Acton Primary School Primaryages 4–11Ofsted: School remains Goodinspected March 2022 0.6 miles
Straight-line distances. Places depend on each school's admissions rules. From the Department for Education and Ofsted.
Questions parents ask
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What are Dolce Casa Montessori's opening hours?
Dolce Casa Montessori opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri.
Is Dolce Casa Montessori open all year?
Yes, Dolce Casa Montessori is open 50 weeks a year, closing only for short breaks.
What ages does Dolce Casa Montessori take?
Dolce Casa Montessori takes children aged birth to 3 years.
How many children can Dolce Casa Montessori take?
Dolce Casa Montessori is registered with Ofsted for up to 19 children at any one time.
Are meals included at Dolce Casa Montessori?
Yes. Meals are included in the fees at Dolce Casa Montessori.
Does Dolce Casa Montessori accept Tax-Free Childcare?
Yes. Dolce Casa Montessori accepts Tax-Free Childcare payments.
Is there a registration fee or deposit at Dolce Casa Montessori?
Yes. Dolce Casa Montessori lists a registration fee of £200.
What approach does Dolce Casa Montessori follow?
Dolce Casa Montessori's website describes its approach as: Montessori and Nature-based approach.
Does Dolce Casa Montessori have outdoor space?
Dolce Casa Montessori lists: Own garden and Daily outdoor play.
Does Dolce Casa Montessori support children with SEND?
Dolce Casa Montessori lists: SEND support and Inclusive setting.
What is the nearest station to Dolce Casa Montessori?
Stamford Brook is the nearest station we know of, 0.6 miles away in a straight line.
How do I contact Dolce Casa Montessori?
You can call 07512 972484 and visit www.dolcecasamontessori.co.uk.
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About this information
- Registration and inspections: Ofsted · 30 June 2026
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.dolcecasamontessori.co.uk) · 11 November 2026
- Rating and review themes: Google · 12 November 2026
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools · 4 November 2026
- Contains Ofsted data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
- Contains Department for Education data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
- Contains Ofsted data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
- Contains National Statistics data © Crown copyright and database right; contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right.
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- Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
- Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
- Read reviews on Google
Last checked 12 November 2026 · Ofsted URN 2883884 · Plain-text version · Report a mistake
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