Oaklea Montessori St John's

About this day nursery

Oaklea Montessori offers a nurturing and engaging environment for children aged 0-5 years, striving to provide a homely atmosphere with an open-door policy. As a Community Interest Company, any surplus generated is reinvested back into the community, underscoring their commitment to accessibility and affordability.

The nursery prides itself on its experienced team, many of whom have progressed within the organisation, ensuring a consistent and high-quality standard of care and education. Staff members are either Montessori trained or actively undergoing training, reinforcing their dedication to this child-led educational philosophy.

The curriculum focuses on an enabling environment with natural and wooden materials, alongside outdoor spaces for rich learning. They employ a vertical age grouping system, fostering confidence in older children and providing learning opportunities for younger ones.

The nursery places a strong emphasis on partnership with families, recognising the positive impact this has on a child's learning journey, and provides regular feedback through Celebration Evenings and the ParentZone app. Additionally, they offer funded places for eligible children and provide nutritious meals, with options for breakfast, hot lunch, and tea, catering to all dietary requirements.

Our ethos

Oaklea Montessori operates on the Montessori, child-led educational philosophy, utilising an enabling environment with natural materials and outdoor spaces. They emphasise vertical age grouping, a partnership with families, and a commitment to accessibility and affordability as a Community Interest Company.

What it's like

Children part from their parents and carers with ease and build secure bonds with caring staff who welcome them warmly, helping them to feel safe and secure. They take part in activities such as making play dough, play cooperatively, talk confidently about what they are making, and show good behaviour, independence and self-esteem.

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged on an hourly basis and vary by age group, with rate transitions occurring the term after a child turns two and three. Additional fees apply for non-funded hours, wrap-around care, and optional daily meals. Voluntary consumable and snack charges apply to funded core sessions.