Rated Good by Ofsted
Our Ofsted Report
ME Montessori Nursery and Pre-School was inspected by Ofsted on 15 September 2025 and received a Good rating across all areas of the inspection framework. We are proud of this outcome, which reflects the dedication of our team and the quality of care and education we provide every day.
Ofsted (the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) is the independent regulator for early years settings in England. Their inspections assess the quality of teaching, the welfare of children, and the leadership of the setting against the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
What Inspectors Found
A curriculum that promotes children's development
Ofsted found that our curriculum — while still being developed and refined — is providing children with meaningful learning that promotes their development well. Staff understand what each child needs to learn and adapt their teaching accordingly.
- Children are supported to develop communication and language skills, with staff introducing new vocabulary through conversation and purposeful activity.
- Children are encouraged to develop independence — putting on shoes and coats, clearing away plates at mealtimes, completing small tasks with confidence.
- Children show curiosity and sustained focus, engaging with activities such as unscrewing nuts and bolts and transferring liquids by pipette — interests that inspectors specifically highlighted.
"Staff understand what children need to learn, and their teaching is targeted. Staff focus on developing children's communication and language skills and their independence."
— Ofsted Inspector, September 2025
Behaviour, wellbeing & a sense of security
Inspectors praised the warm and supportive environment created by our team. Staff have realistic expectations that match each child’s age and stage, and adapt the daily routine to meet individual needs — helping every child feel ready, confident, and secure.
Key-person relationships are strong. Children show close attachments with their key workers, and staff share regular updates with parents on learning and progress.
Safeguarding: Effective
Ofsted rated our safeguarding arrangements Effective. All staff demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of their responsibilities in keeping children safe — recognising when a child may be at risk and knowing the right steps to take.
"There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children's interests first."
— Ofsted Inspector, September 2025 · Safeguarding: Effective
What Does an Ofsted Rating Mean?
Ofsted inspections are unannounced and typically take place every 1–4 years depending on the previous rating. All registered early years providers in England are subject to inspection.
Come and See For Yourself
We’d love to show you what makes ME Montessori a Good-rated setting. Book a private tour and see our team in action.