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27 Years
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Montessori Nursery School in Bugbrooke
Established in 1999, we are a dedicated Montessori nursery school committed to providing exceptional early years education for children aged six months to five years. Our approach combines the foundational principles of Montessori pedagogy with contemporary educational research to create a nurturing environment that fosters natural development. We prioritise individualised learning, encouraging each child to progress at their own pace while cultivating independence and critical thinking skills.Our team collaborates closely with parents to support children's developmental milestones and address queries. Recognised for our excellence, we were nominated for the Northampton Education Award in 2022. With over two decades of experience, we remain at the forefront of innovative early childhood education while staying true to Montessori's core philosophies.
Services
Montessori Education
Full-Day Childcare
Curriculum Integration
Cultural Capital Development
Parent Collaboration
Early Years Foundation Stage
Open-Ended Play Resources
Individual Learning Patterns
British Values Education
In-Moment Planning
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in Montessori early years education
- Our curriculum integrates Montessori methods with current educational research
- We collaborate closely with parents to support child development phases
- Our staff received the Northampton Education Award nomination in 2022
- We specialise in creating prepared environments for natural child development
What people say
Exceptional Montessori methods
Dedicated staff
Strong parent collaboration
Nurturing environment
Services
Montessori Education
Our Montessori education programme follows Dr. Maria Montessori's principles of self-directed learning through specialist equipment and prepared environments. Children develop concentration, independence, and foundational academic skills through structured sequences of activities tailored to individual learning patterns.
Full-Day Childcare
We provide comprehensive full-day childcare for children aged 6 months to 5 years, combining Montessori methods with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. Our service includes structured learning activities, open-ended play resources, and individualised care within a safe, nurturing environment that supports social and emotional development.
Curriculum Integration
Our curriculum integrates Montessori methods with contemporary educational approaches, including Development Matters and British Values. We use in-moment planning to extend children's interests through open-ended discussion while maintaining structured learning outcomes aligned with national early years standards.
Cultural Capital Development
We support children's cultural capital through diverse experiences that prepare them for future learning. Using specialist Montessori equipment and Muro resources, we create opportunities for playing and exploring, active learning, and creative critical thinking that build essential life skills and broaden developmental horizons.
Parent Collaboration
We work closely with parents to support children's development phases, offering guidance on educational approaches and developmental milestones. Our team provides regular updates on progress while incorporating parental insights into individual learning plans to create a consistent approach between home and nursery.
People
Deborah Anderson
Owner and Manager
Deborah Anderson established the Montessori nursery in 1999 and continues to direct learning strategies. With over two decades of experience, she integrates modern educational research with traditional Montessori principles while maintaining close collaboration with parents and staff to ensure quality early years education.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care and education for children aged 6 months to 5 years.
Are you registered for government-funded childcare?
Yes, we offer the extended entitlement of 30 funded hours per week for eligible families starting September 2025.
How do you incorporate Montessori principles?
We use specialist Montessori equipment and prepared environments that encourage self-directed learning, independence, and sequential skill development as outlined in Dr. Montessori's methods.
What funding options are available?
We accept Tax-Free Childcare, childcare vouchers, Child Tax Credit, and will offer government-funded hours from September 2025. Additional costs for meals and activities apply.
How do you support child development phases?
Our staff work closely with parents to understand each child's developmental stage, providing tailored activities while offering guidance on supporting learning at home.
What curriculum do you follow?
We integrate Montessori methods with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, focusing on cultural capital development, British Values, and individual learning patterns through open-ended resources.
Reviews (1)
Sharina Wright
Dec 19, 2019
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I wouldn't of even put one star if I didn't have to, worst nursery I have ever sent my child to, would never go back or recommend this place
