Chalfont St Peter Montessori School

About this day nursery

Chalfont St Peter Montessori School offers a unique educational approach, integrating the Early Years Foundation Stage framework with the renowned Montessori method. The school provides a stimulating environment where children engage with classic Montessori equipment alongside modern technology, fostering exciting and innovative learning experiences.

Movement within the classroom is encouraged, and children have opportunities to explore both indoor and outdoor spaces. The curriculum is enriched with additional activities such as cooking, mindfulness, rugby, tennis, and music sessions, all designed to complement the Montessori philosophy and enhance learning.

The school also emphasises practical understanding of nature and healthy eating through gardening activities where children plant, grow, and harvest various produce. With exclusive access to a large outdoor court, children can further develop their gross motor skills.

The Montessori approach focuses on child-centred learning, encouraging independence and a natural eagerness for knowledge through specially designed activities and a carefully prepared learning environment. Key areas like Practical Life, Sensorial, Cultural, Mathematics, and Language are covered, using hands-on activities to develop skills and conceptual understanding.

Our ethos

Chalfont St Peter Montessori School integrates the EYFS framework with the Montessori method, focusing on child-centred learning, independence, and fostering a natural eagerness for knowledge. They utilise classic Montessori equipment and practical, hands-on activities across key developmental areas (Practical Life, Sensorial, Cultural, Mathematics, Language) within a carefully prepared environment. The curriculum is further enriched with activities promoting physical development, mindfulness, healthy eating, and an understanding of nature.

What it's like

Leaders and staff welcome children and families, prioritising personal, social, and emotional development as a foundation for future success. Children graciously introduce themselves, share drawings, and delight in showing their creations. The inclusive setting helps children to thrive.

Pricing & funding