Jelly Beans Montessori Nursery

About this day nursery

Jelly Beans Montessori is a group of three award-winning nursery and preschool settings located in Hockley, Essex, established in 2004 by Sarah Drummond. The nurseries are rooted in the authentic Montessori philosophy, focusing on child-led learning, prepared environments, and highly trained educators.

Each of the three settings—Jelly Beans Nursery, Open Air Day Nursery, and Jelly Beans Day Nursery at Plumberow—offers a unique character while upholding the core Montessori values of respect, independence, and the joy of learning. The nursery provides outstanding early years education, with all settings rated OFSTED Good.

The Nursery and Open Air settings operate for 50 weeks a year, offering flexibility for working families. The Montessori approach is integrated through practical life activities, sensorial exploration, language development, mathematics, and cultural studies, aiming to build concentration, coordination, independence, and a broad understanding of the world.

The team is dedicated to providing a warm and nurturing environment for children.

Our ethos

Jelly Beans Montessori is rooted in the authentic Montessori philosophy, focusing on child-led learning, prepared environments, and educators trained in the Montessori method. Their approach integrates practical life activities, sensorial exploration, language, mathematics, and cultural studies to foster concentration, coordination, independence, and a broad understanding of the world, guided by the Montessori values of respect, independence, and the joy of learning.

What it's like

Babies, toddlers and older children settle quickly and are happy and content. They learn to be independent, choosing resources from the low-level shelves and exploring their surroundings. Babies and toddlers form good relationships with staff and their key person, enjoying cuddles and reassurance to support their emotional well-being.

Pricing & funding