# Walthamstow Montessori School

Walthamstow Montessori School is a full-day nursery at Penrhyn Hall, Penrhyn Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 5DA, in Higham Hill, Waltham Forest. It is registered for 89 children. It opens 08:00–17:45, Mon–Fri, term time only. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in July 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.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/walthamstow-montessori-school-405124  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Penrhyn Hall, Penrhyn Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 5DA
- Opening hours: 08:00–17:45, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: term time only
- Registered places: 89
- Funded childcare: funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Phone: 020 8523 2968
- Website: http://walthamstowmontessori.com/
- Ofsted URN: 405124

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 18 July 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/16/405124

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since September 2001 (Reference 405124). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/405124)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 18 July 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/405124)
- Registered places: 89 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/405124)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 5 May 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/514211)

## Fees

| Age | Per hour |
|---|---|
| All ages | £8 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 9.75-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Charge on funded hours: £1.50 (half day)
- Charge on funded hours: £3.25 (per hour)
- Charge on funded hours: £4.25 (per hour)

Source: nursery website (https://walthamstowmontessori.com/admissions/fees), 11 November 2026.

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

Ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–17:45
- Weeks open: term time only
- Sessions: per hour

## Getting there

Address: Penrhyn Hall, Penrhyn Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 5DA

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.597300,-0.023950

- Station: Walthamstow Central, 1.0 miles
- 4 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Aveling Fields, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Lloyd Park, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Rodney Green, 0.3 miles
- Park: Cheney Row Park, 0.3 miles
- Park: Folly Lane Playground, 0.5 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 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 Waltham Forest there are about 3.5 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 says the nursery's approaches are Montessori and Forest school. At its 2022 Ofsted inspection, the nursery was graded Good for overall effectiveness and for quality of education. Its website also names activities including music classes, children's yoga, language classes, sports coaching, dance and movement, drama, swimming, an art studio / atelier, and STEM activities.

- Montessori (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/)
- Forest school (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)

### Outdoors

Its website says the nursery has its own garden and offers local outings and trips.

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/welcome)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)

### Care and routines

- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/admissions/attendance-options)
- Term-time only (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/admissions/attendance-options)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/admissions/attendance-options)
- Holiday club (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/admissions/attendance-options)

### Safety

Ofsted's 2022 inspection judged safeguarding to be effective.

- Near public transport (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/welcome)

### Extras and activities

- Music classes (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/welcome)
- Children's yoga (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)
- Language classes (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)
- Sports coaching (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)
- Dance and movement (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)
- Drama (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)
- Swimming (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)
- Art studio / atelier (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/welcome)
- STEM activities (source: nursery website, https://walthamstowmontessori.com/about-us/curriculum)

### Getting a place

The nursery accepts funded hours for 2-year-olds, the universal 15 funded hours for 3-4 year olds, and 30 funded hours for eligible 3-4 year olds.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roger Ascham Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (Improving) (July 2024) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Walthamstow Primary Academy | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (January 2024) |  | 0.2 miles |
| The Winns Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (January 2023) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Lime Academy Hornbeam |  | 2–19 | School remains Good (December 2023) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Chapel End Junior Academy | Primary | 7–11 | School remains Good (July 2024) |  | 0.4 miles |
| Chapel End Infant School and Early Years Centre | Primary | 2–7 | School remains Good (September 2022) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Whittingham Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Improved significantly (June 2025) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Hillyfield Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (Improving) (June 2024) | yes | 0.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Penrhyn Child Care Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/penrhyn-child-care-limited-2862073) |  |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [The Lloyd Park Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-lloyd-park-centre-ey283352) | Good |  |  | 0.3 miles |
| [Unique Child Montessori Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/unique-child-montessori-nursery-2560548) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Early Buds Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/early-buds-nursery-ltd-2804821) |  |  | 09:00–15:30 | 0.4 miles |
| [St Andrews Pre-School Higham Hill](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/st-andrews-pre-school-higham-hill-ey451801) | Good |  | 09:00–15:30 | 0.5 miles |
| [Bright Starz Day Nursery (Chingford)](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-starz-day-nursery-chingford-2553559) | Good |  | 07:00–18:30 | 0.6 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Walthamstow Montessori School cost?

Walthamstow Montessori School publishes these fees: per hour £8 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Walthamstow Montessori School offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Walthamstow Montessori School offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds. It charges £1.50 half day on funded hours for extras such as meals and activities.

### Does Walthamstow Montessori School take funded 2-year-olds?

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

### What are Walthamstow Montessori School's opening hours?

Walthamstow Montessori School opens 08:00–17:45, Mon–Fri.

### Is Walthamstow Montessori School open all year?

No. Walthamstow Montessori School is open term time only.

### What is Walthamstow Montessori School's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Walthamstow Montessori School Good at its inspection on 18 July 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Walthamstow Montessori School take?

Walthamstow Montessori School is registered with Ofsted for up to 89 children at any one time.

### What approach does Walthamstow Montessori School follow?

Walthamstow Montessori School's website describes its approach as: Montessori and Forest school.

### Does Walthamstow Montessori School have outdoor space?

Walthamstow Montessori School lists: Own garden and Local outings and trips.

### What is the nearest station to Walthamstow Montessori School?

Walthamstow Central is the nearest station we know of, 1.0 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Walthamstow Montessori School?

You can call 020 8523 2968 and visit walthamstowmontessori.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/405124)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (walthamstowmontessori.com), as of 11 November 2026 (http://walthamstowmontessori.com/)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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