Providing Tailored Early Education Across Southall & Northolt
We believe children who learn to think critically become adults who thrive independently. That's why we provide an Early Education, not just childcare
Why Our Unique Early Years Development Stands Out In Southall
Our approach to childcare has evolved significantly since 2002, moving beyond simply adhering to the EYFS structure. Our approach has moulded and developed into a system where small, consistent gains in confidence and skills, build on each other, creating unstoppable momentum for your child's development.
Here at Snowflakes we have lovingly named this "the snowball effect", where children's needs, each "as unique as every snowflake" are recognised and developed on with small, daily victories tailored to your child and built into their social routines - truly giving them an advantage.
Reception teachers know our graduates.
They're the children raising their hands, helping classmates and approaching every challenge with an "I can do it" mentality.
The System Behind The Success
Every morning in our classrooms children engage deeply with activities precisely matched to their developmental needs. This isn't luck—it's design.
Our educators participate in weekly team meetings to identify each child's next step. They address these needs with developmental activities that align with our Montessori theme of the week.
This balance of Montessori independence with British curriculum structure allows children to benefit from a system that delivers.
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Valid, Respected and Understood
At Snowflakes they will be surrounded by people who notice when they need a quiet moment before joining the group, who understand that tears at morning drop-off aren't defiance; they're feelings that need gentle acknowledgement.
Your child is kept emotionally safe with their personality understood, their needs anticipated and their feelings validated.
We learn your child's rhythms, respect their pace, and respond with warmth, celebrating the wins that are important to them. Someone who sees your child's unique spirit and creates space for it to flourish.
Because before any learning can happen, a child needs to feel safe, understood and that they belong.
Our Journey From 3 Months to School
Baby Room (3-18 months)
Strong foundations begin with secure attachments. We maintain our 1:3 staff to child ratios in our baby room, your baby's dedicated key person provides consistency during this critical development.
Toddler Room (18 months-3 years)
Where independence blooms, language explode, personalities emerge and social skills flourish. The transformation for toddlers happens through our structured Montessori activities and EYFS framework.
Toddlers move from "mine!" to "please" and parallel play to first friendships—our experienced team guides every transition with patience and care
Preschool Room (3-5 years)
Daily phonics sessions, Mathematical reasoning through Montessori materials, writing practice that builds proper grip and letter formation "snowballing" to school readiness through academic excellence. This is where the magic becomes visible for our Preschoolers.
Some Words From Our Parents ❤️
If, like me, you were afraid to send your child to nursery, I want to assure you that this nursery will meet all your expectations, and your worries will quickly disappear. The care and dedication of the staff are beyond words. I highly recommend it.
We are forever grateful for everything you have done — for your guidance, your patience, your creativity, and most of all, your heart.
Thank you for being such an important and beautiful part of our son's journey.
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Review From Izabela B.
Snowflakes Parent 2025
My son has been going to Snowflakes for nearly three years, from one and a half years old until now. Throughout this time, the nursery has been a fantastic place for him to learn and develop.
The transition and change over the last three years have been amazing. It's a fun, engaging and nurturing environment that brings out the most in my child, and he learns so much.
Not just that, but they also challenge him and encourage him to think for himself, develop new ideas and question the world. The teachers are excellent, extremely caring and considerate, and they genuinely have the best interests of our children at heart.
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Review From Josh G.
Snowflakes Parent 2024
Why Snowflakes Families Stay With Us
Highly Qualified Educators
While government regulations require 50%, qualified staff. We maintain a ratio of above 80% qualified educators to deliver the best care for your child, Staff need to be able to make decisions based on research backed with evidence not just their own feelings and experience.
When we say qualified educators, we mean a minimum of level 2 diploma in Early Years with many more holding level 3 early years education or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).
Family Run Commitment
A note from our owners: "We are a truly family run Mother & Son partnership, we are here every day, personally ensuring the quality of childcare that we can deliver. Our own grandchildren/children have attended with us before moving onto school.
We've consciously limited ourselves to four locations—the size at which we can guarantee excellence for every child, every day - and no more!"
Parents Talk and We Listen, A True Partnership
We maintain an open-door policy with our parents. You receive daily updates, photos, and developmental observations through our EY Log app, but we know everyone leads busy lives, we are always here to communicate through direct phone calls, sit-down meetings, a quick note sent by text.
You're never wondering about your child's day.
We maintain close parent partnerships because we know that educational excellence looks different for every family. Our expertise guides what's best for development, while your insights ensure we deliver it in a way that honours your child's individual needs and your family's concerns.
We're a partner in your child's most influential years, a community that will nurture your child's potential and we listen.
Reading before they start school is not a goal we aim for as an achievement, many do, many don't, parents want children to be academically prepared, but not at the cost of balanced curriculum. We aim to expose them to every opportunity to think critically, communicate clearly and act independently.
Hear From Our Parents
"The staff at Snowflakes Nursery, I think is really their biggest asset"
"The staff are just nourishing, I think is really their biggest asset. They treat these kids like their own, which is really what you want"
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"They come back with manners, teaching and singing songs that we havn't taught them"
"We can only say thank you to all the teachers for showing our kids alot of confidence and supporting us as well."
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"He didn't speak English at first because his first languages are Polish and Turkish"
"Within 6 months he started talking and hasn't stopped since"
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"You can tell the staff are really nurturing the child's development"
"They really helped with her speech, that's come along nicely and just being more sociable.."
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Begin Your Child's Journey
Limited places available for January 2026. Tour bookings are essential—we encourage visits during morning work cycles to see our approach in action.
Funding accepted
15/30 hour funding | 2-year funding | Tax-free childcare
Four Locations, One Standard of Excellence
Each location maintains identical standards, with termly observations and weekly team meetings ensuring consistent excellence.
Grand Union Village - Serving commuters of Target Roundabout and families in Yeading / Northolt, UB5 →
Carlyle Avenue - Our Established Hub off Lady Margaret Road since 2002 - Southall, UB1 →
Comer Crescent - Located conveniently for commuting parents and NHS staff, behind Ealing Hospital, Southall, UB2 →
Norwood Green Road - Our Village Setting on The Park Itself in St Marys Church Norwood Green, UB2 →
Working together with
Grand Union Village - Branch Address:
8 Higham Mews
NORTHOLT,
UB5 6FP
Phone:
02088458998Regulatory Authority ID:
EY394004
Date Registered by
Regulatory Authority:10 Sep 2009
Lady Margaret Road - Branch Address:
100 Carlyle Avenue,
SOUTHALL,UB1 2BL
Phone:
02085716378
Regulatory Authority ID:
EY393991
Date Registered by
Regulatory Authority:02 Dec 2009
Comer Crescent -
Branch Address:
Comer Crescent,
Southall,
UB2 4XD
Phone:
02085716867
Regulatory Authority ID:
EY497465
Date Registered by
Regulatory Authority:27 Sep 2016
Norwood Green -
Branch Address:
St Mary's Church Hall,
Norwood Green Road,Southall,
UB2 4LA
Phone:
02085073222
Regulatory Authority ID:
EY561899
Date Registered by
Regulatory Authority:07 Aug 2018
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