# Rocks Lane Montessori

Rocks Lane Montessori is a sessional pre-school at Rocks Lane Montessori, 60 Chiswick Common Road, London, W4 1RZ, in Chiswick, Hounslow. It is registered for 26 children and takes children aged from 2 years. It opens 08:00–16:00, Mon–Fri, term time only. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in November 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It offers funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, and accepts Tax-Free Childcare.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/rocks-lane-montessori-2609068  
Last checked 12 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: Rocks Lane Montessori, 60 Chiswick Common Road, London, W4 1RZ
- Ages: from 2 years
- Opening hours: 08:00–16:00, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: term time only
- Registered places: 26
- Funded childcare: funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Tax-Free Childcare: yes
- Meals included: no
- Phone: 07917 071364
- Website: http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 2609068

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 10 November 2022, 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/16/2609068

Exact words from the Ofsted report of 10 November 2022:

- Does well: "The experienced manager has devised an ambitious curriculum to provide children with the knowledge and skills for their future learning."
- Does well: "Children learn about good hygiene routines."
- Does well: "Staff are keen for children to learn about the wider world."
- Should do better: "support staff to sharpen their questioning skills to allow children sufficient time to gather their thoughts and respond to questions appropriately"
- Should do better: "enhance opportunities and current methods of coaching and mentoring of staff to improve their teaching to a consistently high standard."

Full report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2609068

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since September 2020 (Reference 2609068). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2609068)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 10 November 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2609068)
- Registered places: 26 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2609068)

## Fees

| Age | Per hour |
|---|---|
| All ages | £15 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 8-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Charge on funded hours: £26 (half day)
- Charge on funded hours: £26 (half day)
- Charge on funded hours: £20 (half day)
- Charge on funded hours: £14 (half day)

Source: nursery website (http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx), 11 November 2026.

Funded hours: 2-year-olds, 30 hours.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–16:00
- Ages: from 2 years
- Weeks open: term time only
- Sessions: per hour

## Getting there

Address: Rocks Lane Montessori, 60 Chiswick Common Road, London, W4 1RZ

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.494805,-0.257550

- Station: Turnham Green, 0.1 miles, no step-free access
- Station: Chiswick Park, 0.5 miles
- Station: Stamford Brook, 0.5 miles
- 20 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Chiswick Back Common, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Acton Green Common, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Acton Green Common, 0.1 miles
- Park: Beaconsfield Gardens, 0.3 miles
- Park: Turnham Green, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 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 Hounslow there are about 4.2 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


## About: a day here

### Learning

Its website names Montessori, Forest school and Early phonics as approaches, and lists music classes, sports coaching and STEM activities. Its website also describes the setting as inclusive. The Ofsted inspection in 2022 rated overall effectiveness and quality of education as Good.

- Montessori (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/)
- Forest school (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)
- Early phonics (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)

### Food

Meals are not included in the fees. Its website says the kitchen is allergy-aware, the setting is nut-free and parents provide packed lunch.

- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/PDFs/Rocks Lane Montessori - Policy Handbook2027.pdf)
- Nut-free setting (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/PDFs/Rocks Lane Montessori - Policy Handbook2027.pdf)
- Parents provide packed lunch (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)

### Outdoors

Its website says the nursery has its own garden, an outdoor classroom and a growing or allotment area.

- Own garden (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)
- Outdoor classroom (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/)
- Growing / allotment area (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/)

### Settling in

Its website says that before starting, families are invited to welcome events to meet the teaching team and their key teacher, collect the smock and bag, and ask questions. Its website names a key person system for care.

- Key person system (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/PDFs/Rocks Lane Montessori - Policy Handbook2027.pdf)
- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)
- Term-time only (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/PDFs/Rocks Lane Montessori - Policy Handbook2027.pdf)
- Early drop-off (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)
- Small group sizes (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)

### SEND and inclusion

- Inclusive setting (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/PDFs/Rocks Lane Montessori - Policy Handbook2027.pdf)

### Safety

The Ofsted inspection in 2022 rated safeguarding as effective.

### Extras and activities

- Music classes (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/)
- Sports coaching (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)
- STEM activities (source: nursery website, http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/admissions.aspx)

### Getting a place

Its website says families book a visit or observation, then complete the Registration Form. A non-refundable Registration Fee secures the place, no deposit is charged, and there is a waiting list. The nursery accepts funded hours for 2-year-olds, the universal 15 funded hours for 3-4 year olds, 30 funded hours for eligible 3-4 year olds, and Tax-Free Childcare.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard House School |  | 3–11 |  | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Belmont Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (March 2026) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Southfield Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Outstanding (May 2023) |  | 0.5 miles |
| The William Hogarth Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (July 2023) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School ,Chiswick | Primary | 3–11 | Good (June 2023) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Heathfield House School |  | 3–11 |  | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Wendell Park Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (November 2022) | yes | 0.7 miles |
| Good Shepherd RC Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Outstanding (July 2024) | yes | 0.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Newpark Montessori Nursery School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/newpark-montessori-nursery-school-2734777) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.2 miles |
| [Fairyland Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/fairyland-nursery-ey561157) | Good | £128 | 07:30–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Chiswick's Little Explorers](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/chiswicks-little-explorers-2579571) | Good |  | 07:45–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Chiswick House Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/chiswick-house-day-nursery-and-preschool-2686871) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [Our Lady Queen of Peace Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/our-lady-queen-of-peace-day-nursery-116176) | Report card Jan 2026 |  | 08:00–16:30 | 0.3 miles |
| [Bright Horizons Chiswick Park Day Nursery and Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-chiswick-park-day-nursery-and-preschool-ey490919) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Rocks Lane Montessori cost?

Rocks Lane Montessori publishes these fees: per hour £15 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Rocks Lane Montessori offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Rocks Lane Montessori offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds. It charges £26 half day on funded hours for extras such as meals and activities.

### Does Rocks Lane Montessori take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Rocks Lane Montessori offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### What are Rocks Lane Montessori's opening hours?

Rocks Lane Montessori opens 08:00–16:00, Mon–Fri.

### Is Rocks Lane Montessori open all year?

No. Rocks Lane Montessori is open term time only.

### What ages does Rocks Lane Montessori take?

Rocks Lane Montessori takes children aged from 2 years.

### What is Rocks Lane Montessori's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Rocks Lane Montessori Good at its inspection on 10 November 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Rocks Lane Montessori take?

Rocks Lane Montessori is registered with Ofsted for up to 26 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at Rocks Lane Montessori?

Meals are not included in the fees at Rocks Lane Montessori.

### Does Rocks Lane Montessori accept Tax-Free Childcare?

Yes. Rocks Lane Montessori accepts Tax-Free Childcare payments.

### What approach does Rocks Lane Montessori follow?

Rocks Lane Montessori's website describes its approach as: Montessori, Forest school and Early phonics.

### Does Rocks Lane Montessori have outdoor space?

Rocks Lane Montessori lists: Own garden, Outdoor classroom and Growing / allotment area.

### Does Rocks Lane Montessori support children with SEND?

Rocks Lane Montessori lists: Inclusive setting.

### What is the nearest station to Rocks Lane Montessori?

Turnham Green is the nearest station we know of, 0.1 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Rocks Lane Montessori?

You can call 07917 071364 and visit www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2609068)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.rockslanemontessori.co.uk/)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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