Montessori Schools, Creches

Under The Willow

Under The Willow is a company based in London, England that specializes in providing creches and Montessori schools for children. They are committed to providing high-quality education and care for young children. Additionally, Under The Willow offers job opportunities in the education sector for those interested in pursuing a career in this field. Their focus on Jobs & Education makes them a valuable resource for both parents and educators.

Introduction to Under The Willow

Under The Willow is a Montessori school and crèche located in London, England. Founded in 2015, the school's mission is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow. What sets Under The Willow apart is their commitment to individualized learning and their focus on developing the whole child, not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well.

Services & products

Under The Willow offers a range of services including full and part-time childcare for children aged 6 months to 5 years old, as well as Montessori education for children aged 2 to 5 years old. The school also offers after-school clubs and holiday camps for older children.

Location

Located on Croxted Road in London, Under The Willow is situated in a vibrant and diverse area of the city. The surrounding area is home to a variety of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as other educational institutions. The nearest public transportation options include the Herne Hill Station, which is just a 10-minute walk from the school, as well as several bus stops within a 5-minute walk.

Benefits

Customers should choose Under The Willow for their child's education and care because of the school's individualized approach to learning and commitment to developing the whole child. The school's staff are highly trained and experienced, and the facilities are designed to encourage exploration and creativity.

Good to know

Parents should be aware that Under The Willow has a limited number of spaces available, and there may be a waiting list for enrollment. Additionally, the school has a strict policy regarding illness and requires children to stay home if they show any signs of illness.

Reviews

Customers have praised Under The Willow for their caring and knowledgeable staff, as well as their engaging and stimulating curriculum. Parents appreciate the individualized attention given to each child and the school's commitment to creating a warm and welcoming environment.

Amenities

playground
outdoor area
baby changing facilities
nursery
toys
books
crafts
highchairs
cots
nappies
snacks
meals
qualified staff
cctv
parking
security
outdoor playground
music class
art class
reading program
foreign language class
library
after-school program
parent-teacher conferences
nutritious meal plan
certified teachers
secure environment
caring staff
age-appropriate activities

FAQ

What is your staff to child ratio?

At Under The Willow, we maintain a low staff to child ratio to ensure that each child receives individual attention and care. Our ratio is 1:3 for infants, 1:4 for toddlers, and 1:8 for preschoolers.

Do you offer any after-school programs or extracurricular activities for students?

Yes, we offer a range of after-school programs and extracurricular activities for our students, including music lessons, art classes, and sports activities. We believe in providing a well-rounded education to our students.

Are your staff trained in first aid and early childhood education?

Yes, all of our staff members are trained in first aid and early childhood education. We ensure that our staff receives regular training and updates to maintain the highest level of safety and education for our students.

What activities do you offer for children of different ages?

We offer a range of activities for children of different ages, including sensory play, outdoor exploration, and hands-on learning experiences. Our curriculum is designed to be age-appropriate and engaging for each child.

How do you communicate with parents regarding their child's progress and daily activities?

We believe in maintaining open communication with parents regarding their child's progress and daily activities. We offer daily updates, weekly newsletters, and regular parent-teacher conferences to ensure that parents are informed and involved in their child's education.

Reviews

Sarah Waterson

We moved recently from Camberwell to Dulwich and was worried about finding somewhere as good as Sunshine Fruits, which we loved. We shouldn’t have worried with UtW. Our 18-month old was welcomed warmly, as were we. We are grateful for the genuine affection which staff show, the range of activities the kids get up to (baking, football, Forest School etc etc) and the professionalism with how the business is run. Communications are good, and decent feedback or updates are provided. Love this nursery and would heartily recommend it!

27-10-2022
Nikos Abi

Our daughter never had a day when she didn't want to go to nursery and we were all so happy with our experience of Under The Willow. During our time there, staff turnover seemed low, and morale very high - we were impressed with the management and communication. Food was wonderful (better than at home!), healthy and warming. Her key worker really took the time to find what made our daughter tick and there was always a happy, upbeat energy at drop-off and pick up. We miss it.

27-05-2022
Shantelligence X

Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value

27-05-2021
Jo Mortimer

Both my children have attended Under the Willow and I would highly recommend it. Staff have been committed, caring, friendly and competent. The environment is lovely, calm and spacious with a good outdoor space (and of course a willow tree!). Excellent extras including football, gardening, cooking and music. One of my children has a complex medical condition and has significant developmental delay and additional needs. The nursery have been very inclusive and consultative in working with us to support his needs. They were proactive in leading on getting an EHCP for him, and staff work enthusiastically with external therapists to follow his support programmes. I was recommended this nursery by a friend and feel so grateful to have found them.

27-05-2021
Dan Browne

Wonderful, caring, attentive staff with fantatsic facilities, my child has be extremely happy at UTW for the past 2 years! My childs confidence has grown and he’s excited to go to nursery each day. I’d highly recommend this nursery.

27-05-2021
Ruth Mead-Wellings

We have been part of the under the willow community for the past two years. Our daughter attended from 2-4 years old and our son from 1-2 years old. Both children have thrived at nursery. The staff are caring and professional early childhood and Montessori teachers. They focus on the development of the ‘whole child’ and it is clear that it is a happy place for both staff and children. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Under The Willow nursery.

27-05-2021
Philip Bradley

Positive: Professionalism

27-05-2021
Charlotte Luykx

First of all I was never asked to put any review on here but I felt I wanted to share my experience about Under the Willow as when I was looking to confirm a place for my LO I couldn’t find much information/feedback. I got a place offered in another “outstanding” nursery which is very close to UTW and supposedly “the best” nursery group in the area however I followed my instinct and chose to take up the offer in UTW as first of all the nursery was recommended by a friend who had their child there and second I had a better feeling with the staff there, it wasn’t an easy choice as you never really know but I am so so happy I made it! My girl (18M when started in the baby room) had never any problems with settling in she went happily to nursery every morning and sometimes didn’t even want to leave! It’s a lovely setting in a small little green corner behind the rail track. When she reached 2y she slowly moved into the larger room, which surprisingly again went so smooth. I could not be any happier! The management is punctual and friendly answers your emails/questions very quickly. The staff turnover has been quite low whilst my LO was there (which is good as I heard that can be a problem in nurseries) and she has built great rapport with her teachers, they feel like family and treat us that way. I love how they work around interesting subjects for the kids and they have Forest school which is definitely very much loved by my LO. We are moving out of the UK and I am so so sad to have to take my LO out, she will miss her friends and teachers and we hope we can find something similar in our new location. I couldn’t be more happy with giving my girl a start in UTW. Oh and this nursery definitely deserves an outstanding status however this only shows that you can’t really rely on just the reports... thank you UTW team, keep going and keep smiling!

27-05-2020
Yulia Cherepanova

This is my second review. Second positive review. Several positive changes happen since the last review and I still think this is the hidden gem place. Nursery providing so many activities (football, cooking, yoga and music) including forest school! , fresh high quality food and books for home reading. I am not sure regarding the baby room as my son is 4. I like pedagogues and Mary, the director, is very helpful and friendly person genuinely loving king. My son happily run to nursery every day, i feel this is safe and fun place.

27-05-2019
MT HA

The way they manage babies and parents is not professional, I do not recommend this nursery, and they are very expensive. Unfortunately I had to take my 10-month-old son out of this nursery because they were not providing the care that he needs. I felt my son was discriminated for not being able to crawl. He needed support while learning to walk that the nursery was not willing to provide. One day they told me that he cried for 2 hours, and when we showed concern and make suggestion for his adaptation, the manager was not very supportive and it was quite rude by email and in person. I had a really bad experience that I do not recommend to anyone.

27-05-2019