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Why did we choose Montessori for our nursery?I started the school for my daughter Sophia when she was two. I looked into what childcare was available in the area and realised that I needed to give parents an alternative.
I wanted to adopt Maria Montessori principles because it follows the child's interests, which then is used to support the child's development in all areas of their learning. Over the last 26 years we have taught over 600 children, founding the school in January 1991, and we have kept true to the Montessori ethos. In 2008 we were accredited by the Montessori Schools Association, took on board the governments Early Years Foundation Stage and integrated it with our principles and philosophy. Find out more about the Montessori philosophy > |
What our people think about Montessori
'We wanted a non pressurised, supportive environment for our child's first experience of schooling, this experience was very positive.'
From a parent
'During my 20 years of using Maria Montessori teaching method and values, I feel all of our children respond very positively to the education and it sets them up for years to come.'
From a teacher
'I missed The Sunflower from the day I left, I have made life long friends and feel like the education gave me a head start. Thank you.'
From a past pupil
'The greatness of the human personality begins at the hour of birth.''
From Maria Montessori
From a parent
'During my 20 years of using Maria Montessori teaching method and values, I feel all of our children respond very positively to the education and it sets them up for years to come.'
From a teacher
'I missed The Sunflower from the day I left, I have made life long friends and feel like the education gave me a head start. Thank you.'
From a past pupil
'The greatness of the human personality begins at the hour of birth.''
From Maria Montessori
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What is MontessoriThe Montessori Method of education, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, is a child centred educational approach based on scientific observations of children from birth to adulthood. Dr. Montessori’s Method has been time tested, with over 100 years of success in diverse cultures throughout the world.
It is a view of the child as one who is naturally eager for knowledge and capable of initiating learning in a supportive, thoughtfully prepared learning environment. It is an approach that values the human spirit and the development of the whole child physical, social, emotional, cognitive development. Find out more about Maria Montessori > |
Our teachers
Lucy |
Kevin |
Jane |
Jo
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Jasmine |
Sophie
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Anshuka
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Yoga Jo |
Ballet Rebecca |
Sandie
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