# Newpark Montessori Nursery School

Newpark Montessori Nursery School is a full-day nursery at 22 Seward Street, London, EC1V 3PA, in St Luke's, Islington. It is registered for 64 children and takes children aged from 4 months. It opens 07:30–19:00, Mon–Fri, 50 weeks a year. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in September 2025, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It offers funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, and accepts Tax-Free Childcare. It has a Google rating of 4.6 from 11 reviews (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/newpark-montessori-nursery-school-ey452022  
Last checked 12 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 22 Seward Street, London, EC1V 3PA
- Ages: from 4 months
- Opening hours: 07:30–19:00, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: 50 a year
- Registered places: 64
- Funded childcare: funded hours from 9 months, funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Tax-Free Childcare: yes
- Phone: 020 3617 9955
- Website: http://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY452022

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 18 September 2025, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY452022

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since August 2012 (Reference EY452022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY452022)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 18 September 2025). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY452022)
- Registered places: 64 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY452022)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 16 March 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/465459)

## Fees

| Age | Per hour | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| Under 2s | £19 | £3,130 |
| 2-year-olds | £18 | £2,650 |
| 3 and over | £18 | £2,650 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 11.5-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Charge on funded hours: £5 (full day)
- Charge on funded hours: £1.50 (full day)
- Charge on funded hours: £4.50 (full day)
- Registration fee: £50

Source: nursery website (https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/s/Fee-Structure-Clerkenwell-April-2026.pdf), 11 November 2026.

Funded hours: From 9 months, 2-year-olds, 30 hours.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 07:30–19:00
- Ages: from 4 months
- Weeks open: 50 a year
- Sessions: per hour

## Getting there

Address: 22 Seward Street, London, EC1V 3PA

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.525917,-0.097971

- Station: Barbican, 0.3 miles
- Station: Old Street, 0.4 miles
- Station: Farringdon, 0.5 miles, step-free access
- 17 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: King Square Gardens, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Compton Park, 0.1 miles
- Park: St Luke's Garden, 0.1 miles
- Park: Radnor Street Open Space, 0.2 miles
- Park: Northampton Square, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Seward Street Playground, under 0.1 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Islington there are about 2.6 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 4.6 out of 5 from 11 reviews (as of 12 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning and approach

- Montessori (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/government-funding)

### Food

- Meals cooked on site (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)

### Outdoors

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Daily outdoor play (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Outdoor classroom (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Regular park trips (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Growing / allotment area (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/faqs)
- All-weather outdoor play (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)

### Care and routines

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Dedicated sleep room (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/faqs)
- Open all year (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/government-funding)
- Early drop-off (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Late pick-up (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Small group sizes (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/government-funding)
- Sibling discount (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/s/Fee-Structure-Clerkenwell-April-2026.pdf)

### SEND and inclusion

- SEND support (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/faqs)
- Inclusive setting (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/faqs)

### Building and safety

- Purpose-built building (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)
- Pram storage (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/faqs)
- Near public transport (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)

### Extras and activities

- STEM activities (source: nursery website, https://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/clerkenwell)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallington School |  | 3–11 |  | yes | 0.1 miles |
| St Peter and St Paul Catholic Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Good (June 2023) | yes | 0.1 miles |
| Moreland Primary School | Primary | 0–11 | Standards maintained (July 2025) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| City of London Primary Academy, Islington | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (March 2025) |  | 0.2 miles |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre | Primary | 0–11 | Good (September 2022) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Hugh Myddelton Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Outstanding (January 2024) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Charterhouse Square School |  | 3–11 |  | yes | 0.4 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Kido Clerkenwell](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kido-clerkenwell-ey545557) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.1 miles |
| [City House Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/city-house-nursery-2895890) |  |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [King Square Community Nursery at Rahere House](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/king-square-community-nursery-at-rahere-house-2587978) | Outstanding |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [Moreland Primary School 0-2 Provision](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/moreland-primary-school-0-2-provision-ey542004) | Good |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [The Co-operative Childcare Islington](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-co-operative-childcare-islington-ey311534) | Good |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Golden Lane Childrens Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/golden-lane-childrens-centre-ey371508) | Good |  |  | 0.3 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Newpark Montessori Nursery School cost?

Newpark Montessori Nursery School publishes these fees: per hour £19 for under 2s, per month £3,130 for under 2s, per month £2,900 for under 2s, per month £2,485 for under 2s, per month £1,925 for under 2s, per hour £18 for 2-year-olds, per month £2,650 for 2-year-olds, per month £2,550 for 2-year-olds, per month £2,130 for 2-year-olds, per month £1,595 for 2-year-olds, per hour £18 for 3 and over, per month £2,650 for 3 and over, per month £2,550 for 3 and over, per month £2,130 for 3 and over and per month £1,595 for 3 and over (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Newpark Montessori Nursery School offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Newpark Montessori Nursery School offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds. It charges £5 full day on funded hours for extras such as meals and activities.

### Does Newpark Montessori Nursery School take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Newpark Montessori Nursery School offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### Does Newpark Montessori Nursery School offer funded hours from 9 months?

Yes. Newpark Montessori Nursery School offers funded hours for eligible children from 9 months.

### What are Newpark Montessori Nursery School's opening hours?

Newpark Montessori Nursery School opens 07:30–19:00, Mon–Fri.

### Is Newpark Montessori Nursery School open all year?

Yes, Newpark Montessori Nursery School is open 50 weeks a year, closing only for short breaks.

### What ages does Newpark Montessori Nursery School take?

Newpark Montessori Nursery School takes children aged from 4 months.

### What is Newpark Montessori Nursery School's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Newpark Montessori Nursery School Good at its inspection on 18 September 2025, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Newpark Montessori Nursery School take?

Newpark Montessori Nursery School is registered with Ofsted for up to 64 children at any one time.

### Does Newpark Montessori Nursery School accept Tax-Free Childcare?

Yes. Newpark Montessori Nursery School accepts Tax-Free Childcare payments.

### Is there a registration fee or deposit at Newpark Montessori Nursery School?

Yes. Newpark Montessori Nursery School lists a registration fee of £50.

### What approach does Newpark Montessori Nursery School follow?

Newpark Montessori Nursery School's website describes its approach as: Montessori.

### Does Newpark Montessori Nursery School have outdoor space?

Newpark Montessori Nursery School lists: Own garden, Daily outdoor play, Outdoor classroom, Regular park trips, Growing / allotment area, Local outings and trips and All-weather outdoor play.

### Does Newpark Montessori Nursery School support children with SEND?

Newpark Montessori Nursery School lists: SEND support and Inclusive setting.

### What is the nearest station to Newpark Montessori Nursery School?

Barbican is the nearest station we know of, 0.4 miles away in a straight line.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY452022)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.newparkchildcare.co.uk), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.newparkchildcare.co.uk/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 12 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Newpark+Montessori+Nursery+School&query_place_id=ChIJLZPLwlkbdkgR6rHDbC8r4D8)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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