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Kindred Windmill Montessori Nursery School

We are open 09:00 - 15:00

62 Shirland Rd, London W9 2EH

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Rated Good by Ofsted

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What makes Kindred Windmill unique?

Kindred Windmill is a smaller setting with a genuine home-from-home feel that immediately reassures parents and allows our team to provide personalised care for your little one.

Many of our staff are longstanding members, allowing us to build trust and good relationships with every family. We ensure these bonds are kept strong through regular and open communication via our weekly newsletters, seasonal parties, and summer concerts.

We are proud to offer a generously sized garden; rare for central London, which our children enjoy every day. We are also conveniently attached to the local library and take regular trips, encouraging a lifelong love of reading.

  • Age Range: We offer care for children from 3 Months up to 5 Years.
  • Opening Hours: We are open 09:00 - 15:10, term time only.
  • Ofsted Rating: We are proud to have been rated Good by Ofsted at their last visit on 9th September 2022.
  • Location: We are located in Maida Vale, attached to the Maida Vale Library.
  • For Commuting Parents: We are an 8 min walk from Warwick Avenue Station, a 12 min walk from Maida Vale Station, and a 14 min walk from Royal Oak station.
  • Government Funding: All government funding including 30 hours and 15 hours accepted.
  • Enrichment Activities: Gardening, STEM, Yoga, Spanish, Caterpillar Music and Football. 
  • Discounts: 5% NHS and Service Personnel discount available.

A day in the life at Kindred Windmill

Morning

  • Open 09:00, arrivals and warm welcomes
  • At least an hour of outdoor play
  • Adult led activities centred around themes like numeracy, literacy and art
  • Free flow play
  • Snack
  • 11:30 Circle time

Afternoon

  • Lunchtime
  • Enrichment activities 
  • Outdoor play 
  • Adult led activities
  • Free flow play
  • Goodbyes and home time, close 15:10
Our Location

Our Location

Kindred Windmill Montessori Nursery School
62 Shirland Road,
London,
W9 2EH

We are located in Maida Vale, Westminster.

We are conveniently located: 

  • An 8 minute walk from Warwick Avenue Station,
  • A 12 min walk from Maida Vale Station
  • A 14 min walk from Royal Oak station.

Parent Reviews

  • "Our daughter started in September 2024 and has absolutely loved her time at Windmill. She has had so much fun, learned tonnes of new skills and gained confidence. The team are lovely, caring and dedicated, and we couldn't be happier with the nursery. Highly recommend to any/all parents for whom the term time hours work. In our experience the management/accounting side was less impressive/professional in its handling of things but I hope they will learn to be as considerate to families as the nursery's team are."

    B S

  • "Kindred Windmill Montessori Nursery School is an absolute oasis. They have individualised unique learning paths for the children, recognising that each child is unique. My child is learning to think and act for himself and gaining a thoughtfulness about the world around him thanks to the excellent teachers. I'm watching my son grow and develop into confident and kind individuals who felt empowered by the way they were treated. The school is special because of the great care and expertise of the head and the deeply thoughtful way that Montessori principals are ingrained in the life of the nursery. Children are given so much scope to follow their interests but all within a strong framework of learning to care for and work with each other. I highly recommend Kindred Windmill Montessori Nursery School."

     

    V P

  • "This is our daughter's first term at Windmill and she has settled extremely well. We could not have wished for a better start for her. The nursery offers settling sessions prior to the official start date which we found to be invaluable. The team at Windmill are caring and invested in the children's development, and the headteacher provides very good leadership. There are some brilliant afternoon clubs which are delivered with external providers and which our daughter absolutely loves. We are proud to be part of this nursery community."

    R N

  • "We absolutely love this nursery! Our eldest son previously attended Windmill so it was a no-brainer to send our second son there too. He has a wonderful time at Windmill. He’s always telling us of all the fun educational activities he does as well as the friends he has made. I really like the fact that the nursery groups are small, so teachers are able to focus more on the children. The atmosphere and the rooms are always bright safe and clean. Children receive lots of nutritional snacks and nutritional food for lunch. They always go the extra mile to celebrate holiday seasons as well as summer sports days. All staff are very friendly and caring."

    S C

  • "Every morning, drop-off at Kindred Windmill Montessori Nursery School makes me smile as I witness my child eagerly running into the arms of her teachers and their assistants. It's a heartwarming scene that encapsulates the essence of Windmill's nurturing haven where education intertwines seamlessly with love and respect. Through interactive activities and group exercises, Windmill cultivates not only academic proficiency but also emotional intelligence and social skills, laying a solid foundation for the children's future success."

    Aliona M

  • "Very happy at Kindred Windmill Montessori Nursery School. Feel they have a balance of a nurturing environment, great space with outdoor play yet still delivering a Montessori curriculum.
    My son is doing very well and surprises us all the time with his knowledge learned through rotation of topics like space, holidays and nature."

    S M

 

 

Our Awards

Top 20 Large Nursery Group 2025

Begin your child's Kindred Adventure!

During your one-to-one visit to our Kindred Nursery and Pre School, we will talk you through our ethos, show you how we inspire our children to be curious learners and help you to experience how we spark their imaginations.

You will meet with our incredible team and they will be able to help answer any questions you may have. Whether it is about our settling-in process, our nutritionally accredited home-cooked food, or government funding options to help with childcare costs.

Book your visit and discover for yourself how we fill our children’s days full of awe and wonder to help them to grow and thrive in an early years setting.

 

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Our Team

Meet Our Kindred Windmill Montessori (Maida Vale, London) Nursery Staff

Cinzia Muceli
Head Teacher

Safety and Wellbeing at Kindred Windmill

At Kindred Nurseries, the safety and well-being of our children, teams and families are our highest priorities. Safeguarding is woven into every aspect of our operations. We are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where children, staff and families can thrive. Read more about our commitment to safety and wellbeing

Kindred Windmill Montessori Nursery School FAQs

What are your staff-to-child ratios at the nursery?

We are committed to providing the highest standard of care and attention for every child, with safety as our top priority. Our staff-to-child ratios strictly adhere to and, in some cases, exceed UK regulations to ensure a secure, nurturing, and engaging environment.

Our regulated ratios are as follows:

Babies (Under 2 years): 1 staff member to every 3 children (1:3)

Toddlers (2-3 years): 1 staff member to every 5 children (1:5)

Preschoolers (3-4 years): 1 staff member to every 8 children (1:8)

By maintaining these ratios, we guarantee that each child receives the individual support, supervision, and guidance they need to thrive in a safe and monitored setting.

How do your settling in sessions work, and how flexible are they?

Our settling-in process is designed to be adaptable, with the child's comfort as our priority. Whilst the exact structure depends on the individual child's needs, we typically offer three sessions:

First Session: This is where you and your child meet your key worker and collaboratively fill out the 'All About Me' book, sharing and important information.

Drop-Off Sessions: This is followed by two drop-off sessions. We try and encourage parents to leave whenever they feel ready, ensuring the separation feels comfortable for both you and your child.

If a child is struggling to settle, we are highly flexible and can offer more sessions to ensure they are settled before they begin.

Do you have links with any local charities?

Yes, we are committed to being an active part of our community, regularly participating in charity events, such as organising donations to the local food bank, helping teach our children about social responsibility and giving back.

What links do you have with local schools to prepare my child for their next step?

We maintain key connections with many primary schools in the area to ensure a confident transition for our children. We invite teachers from local schools to visit the nursery to meet our children in an environment where they feel comfortable, making the introduction to their future teacher positive and relaxed.