Parent Information
Admissions
We welcome children from the term after their 2nd birthday and they can remain with us until they are 5 years old. As we have a limited number of places, we recommend registering as early as possible to avoid disappointment. All applications are considered in line with our Admissions Policy, which explains how places are allocated. Please complete our online interest form should you wish to enquire about a nursery place for your child
School Hours
Morning Session
9.00 AM to 12.00 PM
Afternoon Session
12.00 AM to 3.00 PM
Full Day Session
9.00 AM to 3.00 PM
Term Dates
The nursery is open for 38 weeks and academic year is divided into three terms each of which has a half term holiday. Please note these are tentative dates for next two years which can be changed.
​​The School Year - 2025 / 2026
Autumn Term 2025 - 3rd Sep to 11th Dec (Half term holidays 20th Oct ~ 24th Oct)
Spring Term 2026 - 6th Jan to 26th March (Half term holidays 16th Feb ~ 20th Feb)
Summer Term 2026 - 15th Apr to 16th July (Half term holidays 25th May ~ 29th May)
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The School Year - 2026 / 2027
Autumn Term 2026 - 3rd Sep to 17th Dec (Half term holidays 19th Oct ~ 30th Oct)
Spring Term 2027 - 5th Jan to 24th March (Half term holidays 15th Feb ~ 19th Feb)
Summer Term 2027 - 14th Apr to 15th July (Half term holidays 31st May ~ 4th June)
Funding Information
At Neasden Montessori, we want every child to have the best start in life and offer a range of funded and private childcare options to suit different needs.
Funded Childcare Entitlements
We are pleased to offer government-funded places:
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Free 15 Hours for 2-Year-Olds – Available to children from disadvantaged families who meet the eligibility criteria. Applications must be made through your local authority, based on where your child lives.
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Universal Entitlement for all 3 year olds: Currently, all three- and four-year-olds can access 15 hours per week of funded care and education for 38 weeks of the year, regardless of the income or working status of their parent or carer. This is often described as a ‘universal offer’.
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Free 30 hours for 2 and 3-year-olds – Available to children of working families who meet the eligibility criteria. You can find more information about this entitlement below:
https://www.gov.uk/free-childcare-if-working​
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There is no registration fee for fully funded children.
Private Childcare Places
If your child is not eligible for free childcare entitlement:
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We offer private places for 2-year-olds.
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The fee structure is available for you to view.
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There is a £50 non-refundable registration fee to secure your child’s place.
Additional Information and extra sessions fee
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All funded hours are subject to availability and term-time schedules.
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Parents have the option to top up additional sessions beyond their 15 hours funded entitlement for an additional fee. Click here to view our fee structures for additional hours
Uniform
Winter :
Yellow sweatshirt and polo shirt (both with the school logo) and bottle green tracksuit bottoms.
Summer:
School polo shirt and bottle green shorts.
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Uniform can be purchased from the school. We will email you the uniform price list and size chart with offer letter.
Arrival and Collection
Morning children should arrive at school by 9.00 am and doors will open for afternoon children at 12.00 pm. Parents must be punctual when collecting their children. The doors will be kept locked from 9.10 am until 11.45 am and from 12.10 pm until 2.45 pm for security reasons.
Child Pick Up Authorisation
Before your child starts school, you will be required to complete the Authorisation Form provided by the school. In this form, you can write down the names of people who are authorised by you to collect your child from school.
Attendance and punctuality
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Regular attendance is essential for your child's learning and development. Please take the time to carefully read our Attendance and absence Policy, which is attached for your reference.
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Action may be taken in cases of irregular attendance, in line with our policy.
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We understand that occasional lateness may occur due to unforeseen circumstances, but regular late arrivals may lead to follow-up discussions, as they disrupt the class routine and impact your child's learning.
Please inform the school of your child's absence either by telephone 020 8208 1631 / 07926 083272 or by email
neasdenmontessori@gmail.com as soon as possible if your child cannot attend school for any reason.
If your child will be away from school for more than 3 days then you are required to complete our online absence request form.​
Child’s Progress
Mid-morning Break & Lunch
Children develop at their own pace. Development in different areas is carefully monitored by the dedicated, qualified and highly experienced teachers so that each child is encouraged onto the next stage at the appropriate time. We hold formal meetings with parents to discuss their child's progress. The parents can view their children's observations through online learning journey.
All children should only bring fruits to school for snack time and children who stay for lunch should bring a packed lunch. Milk and drinking water are available throughout the day. Please note that the school has a microwave and a fridge.
Notice of Withdrawal
A full term's notice in writing or fees in lieu will be required in the event of a child being withdrawn from the school.
Items Required
Children should bring a spare set of clothes, nappies/pull ups and wipes (if required) to school. Each item should be named clearly and should be kept in a backpack or a cloth bag (without any drawstring and plastic bags for safety) in school.
Safeguarding
Birthdays
Parents are invited to send a cake on their child's birthday so that all the children can celebrate it together. Children can wear any dress on their birthday. It can be a non uniform day for them.
Policies and Procedures
We want to assure parents that our nursery prioritizes your child's safety and development. Our comprehensive policies and procedures cover every aspect of their time with us, from arrival to departure. This includes health and safety protocols to ensure a clean and secure environment, communication methods that keep you informed about your child's progress, daily routines that offer structure and learning opportunities, and safeguarding measures to protect your child's well-being. We maintain a transparent and open-door policy, encouraging parents to engage with us and ask any questions. Your child's well-being is our top concern, and we're dedicated to providing a nurturing and secure environment for their growth.
Our policies and procedures are available on request.
Compliments and Complaints
At Neasden Montessori School, we aim to provide a safe, secure and happy environment for children to prosper and develop. It is also our intention to give a high standard of care and nursery education. We accept that despite our best endeavours, there may be occasions when you feel we have been less than perfect, and we will always adopt a sympathetic but fair approach in dealing with your concerns.
Conversely, you may experience moments when you feel a particular member of the team, or indeed, the staff team itself, has performed really well and therefore deserves a little praise.
We would prefer to deal with any complaints on a personal level and hopefully resolve any concerns to the mutual satisfaction of all parties involved at an early stage. Please click here to read our complaints procedure for your information.
Our nursery is deeply committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of every child. Our safeguarding policy encompasses rigorous staff training to identify signs of abuse or harm, clear procedures for reporting and investigating concerns, and a designated safeguarding lead for any issues that may arise. We encourage open communication and urge parents to promptly report any worries they may have. Rest assured, all information will be handled confidentially and shared only as necessary. Together, we create a secure and nurturing environment for your child to thrive.