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Norfolk Lodge Montessori Day Nursery

"Exceptionally caring and developmental nursery. We enrolled our child here having been at another nursery in London last year, and have been so happy with our decision. The staff are extremely dedicated to both caring for the children, and providing a supportive and educational environment."
(LL, Parent - daynurseries.co.uk)
Norfolk Lodge Montessori Day NurseryDancers Hill Road, Barnet, Hertfordshire, EN5 4RP

A home from home environment to grow and flourish in Barnet

Welcome to Bright Horizons Norfolk Lodge Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool. We're a proud nursery that teaches methods developed by Maria Montessori, providing purposeful and stimulating activities to enhance each child’s growth and development.

Located in Barnet, we offer the very best care and early education for children aged 6 months to 5 years, with an onsite car park. Conveniently situated near Potters Bar station and High Barnet tube, our nursery is open for 46 weeks of the year (35 weeks term time and 11 weeks of Activity School). Please note, the nursery is accessible by car only.

Our nursery, set in a beautiful character building, offers ample space for your child to learn and explore, with Montessori equipment arranged at low levels for easy accessibility. With nine bright and airy classrooms tailored for different age ranges, we build on the foundations of the government's EYFS curriculum to provide a holistic approach to learning. Our curriculum combines a wide range of activities to nurture and develop the skills your child needs to flourish and reach their full potential.

Practising the Montessori ethos, we encourage your child's independence in both play and learning, allowing them the freedom to choose activities and develop at their own pace.

Our expansive outdoor area spans two acres, providing ample space for exploration, play, and learning. Equipped with age-appropriate resources, a soft-surfaced court, covered play areas, and a beautiful woodland area for forest school skills, there's always something new and exciting for your child to discover, including climbing frames, bikes, and scooters.

While your child is busy exploring and having fun, we can keep you updated via our Family app. Available for all Bright Horizons parents, this will keep you connected with your child's day-to-day experiences and up to date as they develop during their time with us.

Book your tour today to visit the nursery and discover what it has to offer.

Norfolk Lodge Montessori Day Nursery Manager Suzanne
Suzanne
Nursery Manager
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Dancers Hill Road, Barnet, Hertfordshire, EN5 4RP
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  • Monday8:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Tuesday8:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Wednesday8:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Thursday8:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Friday8:00AM - 6:00PM
Lines open: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 19:00

Here's an 'at a glance guide' to what Norfolk Lodge has to offer.

On-site Parking 

Onsite
Parking

Purpose Built 

Montessori
Nursery

Landscaped Garden 

Large
Garden

Mud Kitchen 

Mud
Kitchen

Sensory Room 

Sensory
Play

Preschool Teacher 

Ready for
School

On-site Chef 

Chef
Onsite

Green Flag Award 

Eco
School

Water Play 

Water
Play
 

Forest Area 

Forest
School

Reading Nook 

Reading
Nook

Bright Beginnings Curriculum 

Bespoke
Curriculum

Included in our fees

Green Tick
Unlimited hypoallergenic nappies*
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Unlimited hypoallergenic wipes*
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Three nutritious meals
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A range of healthy snacks
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Formula milk for babies under 1 year
Green Tick
Cows' milk or dairy-free alternatives for older babies and children
Green Tick

*A very small number of our nurseries are not able to offer all of the above, please check with your nursery for specific details.

We've got it covered

Baby and toddler care items are all included, together with all food and snacks (and milk for babies under 1 year-old). We offer milk alternatives and dairy- free milk to children with allergies.

We cater for a wide range of nutritional needs allergies, intolerances and special diets (including vegetarian and cultural). Find out more about our food, menus and mealtimes.

Find out what people love about us

Parent testimonials taken from daynurseries.co.uk.
  • Parent Testimonial
    "The staff work incredibly hard and build wonderful relationships with the children and the parents, My eldest had a peanut allergy, and I felt the nursery always took this very seriously and helped to age-appropriately educate him on this."

    Kimberley R, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "The senior leadership team and all the staff members who have taught my children have always been incredibly supportive and nurturing. I feel genuinely listened to, and it's clear that the teachers know my children very well. They provide thoughtful, individualised support, tailoring their teaching to meet each child's unique learning needs."

    Laura C, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "Exceptionally caring and developmental nursery. The staff are extremely dedicated to both caring for the children, and providing a supportive and educational environment."

    L L, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "This Montessori nursery is absolutely wonderful and came highly recommended by a friend. Our daughter, who is quite sensitive and was initially very attached to me, had a slow settling-in process. However, the nursery staff were incredibly supportive throughout, and the teachers were exceptionally kind and helpful."

    Migle c, Parent

Here you can explore more about how we’ll support you and your family, right from day one and throughout your journey with us.

The Nurture Approach

The Nurture Approach

Our holistic, research-backed approach nurtures emotional wellbeing, inspires learning, and provides exceptional care - supporting your child’s development every step of the way. 

Childcare Funding Options

Childcare Funding

Take a look through all the available options to see what childcare funding is available to support your family, and download our funding guide.

Our Nursery Day

Our Nursery Day

Discover what happens after drop-off! From outdoor adventures to cosy story time, our days are thoughtfully structured to balance play, learning, rest, and mealtimes.  

SEND

SEND Support

We’ll ensure we give your child the support to feel empowered to thrive at their own pace through our inclusive, tailored support.

Family Resources

Family Resources

Take a look at our wide range of activities, book reviews, nursery rhymes, recipes, blogs and more.

Settling In Sessions

Settling In Sessions

Starting at nursery can be an exciting time for you and your child. Our Settling in Sessions will provide you with the chance to get to know your nursery.

Food & Mealtimes

Food and Mealtimes

Our nurseries are proud to serve every child with freshly prepared food. Take a look at our menus and more.

Meet the team

Our team are dedicated to making your child's experience safe and fun. We always go the extra mile.

  • Norfolk Lodge Montessori Day Nursery Manager Suzanne
    SuzanneNursery Manager
  • Deborah Lawson deputy at Norfolk Lodge
    DeborahDeputy Manager
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