Welcome to Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery School

Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery School mission is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where our children grow and learn through creative play. Our multi-age classrooms foster independence, whist our broad curriculum encourages responsibility and respect. All of our dedicated team of staff help to guide each child at their own pace.

Founded in 1997, we have an excellent reputation for delivering a progressive and inspirational method of education for babies and children, aged from 3 months to 5 years.

aims & philosophies

Children Learn Directly From
Their Environment

The Nursery School’s ethos strongly promotes that each child is unique.

The Nursery School strives to ensure that the children are provided with tailored support and opportunities in order to assist them in reaching the expected level of progress and attainment.

the montessori method

Virtual Tour

Song Saa Foundation

Events Diary

Clean Air Fairies -Viruskiller

Where Are They Now?

Drop-In Service

Local Community

What Our Parents Say

“ We were looking for a nursery for our son and it was a struggle. We walked into this place and instantly liked it. The staff were knowledgeable and calm, the place was clean and safe. When I saw my son smiling as he looked around the rooms, it became an easy choice! Best 5 years of his life! ”

“ My daughter loves her nursery and her caretakers. What can we say but we are beyond impressed with the staff’s ability to connect with our daughter and their overall high level of involvement in her development process. We can’t say enough great things about this nursery... Truly a hidden gem for those looking for a wonderful nursery experience for their little ones. ”

“ Words cannot express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude for all you have done for us and our girls in the last five year at the nursery. We feel very lucky to have been a part of your nursery. Thank you for accommodating our requests wherever possible! ”

“Wary parents mean nurseries could shut”

9th June 2020

“ISLINGTON nurseries are facing closure, headteachers have warned, as parents remain wary of sending their children back.” To read the full article, please visit: Islington Tribune article

Wider Opening – Phase 1

1st June 2020

Hopes and Dreams are delighted to be welcoming back the first phase of the children’s bubble groups with the wider opening of the Nursery School. This week has been filled with such joy with the smooth return of the children....

Welcome Back to Hopes and Dreams family

29th May 2020

Please visit Parent Area to watch the videos we created to welcome back all the children and parents.

Hopes and Dreams Risk Assessment and Guidelines on Wider Opening

27th May 2020

Please visit Parent Area to read Hopes and Dreams Risk Assessment and Guidelines on Wider Opening

Islington nurseries ‘devastated’ as government flip-flops on funding commitments

4th May 2020

‘The government’s approach to nurseries has frankly been bewildering. Everybody in the industry is feeling the same.’ To read the full article please visit: Islington Tribune article NDNA Twitter

Thank you

25th April 2020

Thank you to all our key workers for keeping the UK safe!! You are truly our heroes!! Thank you to our dedicated Hopes and Dreams Nursery staff for supporting all of our children and families.

Easter Egg Hunt

10th April 2020

Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery School had the very first live zoom session with all the families. Cavendish Bear, with the help of the children who joined the session, had an online Easter Egg Hunt! It was great fun! we...

Home resources update – 30/03/2020

30th March 2020

Hopes and Dreams Montessori Nursery School has been posting, since last week, a variety of resources on our website. The resources available on this platform have been designed with love and warm wishes from our dedicated Practitioners. We intend to continue...

Coronavirus update – 20/03/2020 (4.45 pm)

20th March 2020

Coronavirus – Hopes and Dreams Parent Letter

Coronavirus update – 20/03/2020 (11.15 am)

20th March 2020

Coronavirus update Information for parents and carers: Closure of educational settings: information for parents and carers Further information available as soon as possible.

Contact Us

Hopes and Dreams
Montessori Nursery School

339/341 City Road
Islington
London
EC1V 1LJ

Call or Email us

020 7833 9388 (option 1)
city@hopesanddreams.co.uk