Grantham Farm Montessori School, Tadley
Grantham Farm Montessori School is an independent school for pupils aged 2 to 7 in Tadley. It was rated Outstanding at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in September 2025.
- Ofsted
- Outstanding (2025)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Grantham Farm Montessori School in detail
Grantham Farm Montessori School in its own words
In its own words: "Grantham Farm Montessori School & the Children’s House is an accredited Montessori school in the idyllic Hampshire-Berkshire countryside. Our ethos is that all children are innately interested in learning, and we nurture their love of learning. Our school is for two-seven year old children. We are open Monday to Friday from 8.30am-4.00pm term-time."
Vision and values (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Grantham Farm Montessori School are Cheam School (3.5 miles) and Elstree School (3.9 miles).
Who goes there
In 2026, 3 pupils (7.3%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Grantham Farm Montessori School.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 11 crimes within a mile of the school, most often burglary, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Hampshire (72).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Safeguarding: effective
Independent school standards
Met all the independent school standards.
- Part 1: quality of educationMet
- Part 2: pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural developmentMet
- Part 3: welfare, health and safetyMet
- Part 4: suitability of staff and proprietorsMet
- Part 5: premises and accommodationMet
- Part 6: information for parentsMet
- Part 7: handling of complaintsMet
- Part 8: leadership and managementMet
Source: Ofsted, non-association independent schools inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's September 2025 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
This school excels at nurturing confident, independent learners from age 2. Children develop a genuine love of learning because staff know each child exceptionally well and create personalised learning journeys around their interests. The Montessori approach, combined with strong language and phonics teaching, ensures children achieve highly and are well-prepared for their next stage of education.
Key Strengths
- Exceptionally well-designed, broad curriculum with clear learning progression from early years through key stage 1
- Highly skilled staff with deep understanding of child development who tailor activities to individual interests and needs
- Strong focus on developing independence and responsibility from age 2, with children managing their own learning
- Excellent support for children with special educational needs, allowing them to access the same curriculum as peers
- Rich enrichment opportunities including bushcraft, yoga, instrumental lessons and regular local visits
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective with all required recruitment checks and policies in place.
Extracurricular Activities
bushcraft, yoga, instrumental lessons, local visits to places of interest
Grantham Farm Montessori School is an independent day school for children aged 2-7 that has been rated Outstanding across all areas. The school uses Maria Montessori teaching methods and has significantly improved from its previous Good rating.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
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Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025.
The typical figure for schools in Hampshire is 9 (the median across 617 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
102%
Over capacity
41 pupils
40 places
1 pupil over capacity
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Tadley
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Tadley
Across Hampshire council
Places available
15,392
Applications
13,874
Got 1st preference
90.1%
Got preferred school
97.6%
All secondary applications across Hampshire council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(6)
Independent School standard inspection
Met all the independent school standards.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
3
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
7.3%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
41
Total Pupils
24
Boys
17
Girls
2026 academic year
Questions parents ask about Grantham Farm Montessori School
What is Grantham Farm Montessori School's Ofsted rating?
Grantham Farm Montessori School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection in September 2025.
Does Grantham Farm Montessori School meet the independent school standards?
At its most recent standard inspection, in September 2025, Grantham Farm Montessori School met all the independent school standards.
How many pupils go to Grantham Farm Montessori School?
Grantham Farm Montessori School has around 41 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Grantham Farm Montessori School?
Grantham Farm Montessori School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
How many road collisions happen near Grantham Farm Montessori School?
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025. The typical figure for schools in Hampshire is 9 (the median across 617 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Grantham Farm Montessori School?
Grantham Farm Montessori School is at Inhurst Lane, Baughurst, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26 5JS.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)