Area avg from
£98/day*
Willow Children's Centre
Willow Children's Centre, 1a Holbrooke Court, off Tufnell Park Road, Islington, London, Greater London, N7 0BF
0.6 miles · ~3 min drive
Forest School Capacity 70 Waiting list
Top things to know
Teaching style
Montessori
Operating terms
All year round
Funded childcare
15 hours, 30 hours
Age range
6 Months - 2 Years, 2 - 3 Years, 3 - 5 Years
Extended hours
Yes
Opening hours
08:00 - 18:00
Max capacity
144 children
Availability
Enquire
Nursery overview
About The Gower School
You'll find The Gower School on North Road (N7 9EY). It's a Montessori nursery with 144 places and an Outstanding grade from Ofsted.
Children aged 6 months to 5 learn the Montessori way, with forest school, language lessons, music lessons, trips out and outdoor space. Fees start from £148 a day, including meals, nappies and wipes, and 15 and 30 hours of funded childcare can be used. It opens 8am to 6pm year round, with extended hours.
Facilities & services
Outdoor space Forest school Language lessons Music lessons Field trips Extracurricular activities
Fees breakdown
- Day rate (from)£148/day
- Deposit£1,000
- Registration fee£50
- FoodIncluded
- NappiesIncluded
- ExtracurricularIncluded
Ofsted rating
Read full report Inspection summary: Outstanding
Overall
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Previous inspection
Not Yet Inspected
Frequently asked questions
Where is the nursery located?+
The Gower School is located at 18 North Road, Islington, London, Greater London, N7 9EY.
What ages does the nursery accept?+
The Gower School accepts children in the following age groups: 6 months - 2 years, 2 - 3 years and 3 - 5 years.
Does the nursery accept funded hours?+
The Gower School accepts funded childcare, including 15 hours and 30 hours. Availability for funded places can change, so it is worth checking before you apply.
What are the opening hours?+
The Gower School is usually open from 08:00 to 18:00. Hours can vary by room, term pattern or bank holidays, so confirm the latest times with the nursery.
Are meals included?+
Meals are included at The Gower School. Ask the nursery for the latest menu and any allergy or dietary arrangements.
Are nappies and wipes included?+
Nappies and wipes are included at The Gower School. It is still worth confirming what is provided for your child's room before they start.
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Get in touch to book a visit, check fees or confirm availability for your start date.
Nursery cost calculator
What will The Gower School cost me?
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1When was your child born?
Age: 2 yearsFree hours are available.
2Are you working?
Each working parent needs to earn at least £2,643.68 over 3 months, and under £100,000 a year.
3How much time at nursery?
Days a week
5
Hours a day
10
4What does the nursery charge?
About £148 a day for 10 hours. The Gower School's 'from' price. Ask the nursery for the price for your child's age.
You'd pay about
£1,801a month
£21,608 a year after your free hours
- Nursery fees
- £3,207
- Free hours (30 a week)
- −£1,406
- You pay
- £1,801
Doesn't include meals, nappies or trips. Most nurseries charge for these separately.
You could get 30 free hours a week.
They end when your child starts reception, around September 2029.
Why isn't it lower in the holidays?
38 weeks free hours: £296/wk 14 weeks full fee: £740/wk
Free hours cover 38 term-time weeks. Many nurseries can spread them across the year instead. Ask yours.
Only going term time? Your cost will be lower. Ask your nursery for their term dates.
Estimate only. England. Based on GOV.UK figures, checked 20 October 2026.
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