Riverside Nursery Schools - St Margaret's Montessori

About this day nursery

St. Margaret's Montessori Nursery School, located in Twickenham, offers a nurturing environment rooted in authentic Montessori principles. The nursery is part of Riverside Nursery Schools and caters to children within various age ranges.

Led by an experienced staff team, including Head of Nursery Claudia Neves, the school encourages exploration, questioning, and discovery to build confidence and a love for learning. Its curriculum heavily features Forest School activities, utilising a large garden enjoyed in all weather conditions.

The nursery also participates in a unique intergenerational project called Brighter Together, fostering interaction between children and the elderly community. St. Margaret's Montessori is dedicated to providing high levels of care and support, ensuring children feel secure and valued from the moment they arrive.

The school's approach is inspired by Claudia Neves' philosophy, which believes in guiding children to recognise their unique strengths and develop self-esteem to contribute meaningfully to the world. Situated conveniently near St. Margaret's station, the nursery operates for 38 weeks a year, offering care from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

While meals are not provided, early drop-offs are available. The nursery accepts 3-year-old funding for 15 hours and provides options for attending 3, 4, or 5 days per week.

Parents can easily inquire about admissions or book a visit online, and further details regarding fees and other nursery locations can be found on their website. The institution is regulated by Ofsted and actively engages with parents through regular updates and a clear privacy policy.

Our ethos

We believe that when your child walks through the threshold of one of our nurseries, you should know they are in a place where they will receive the highest levels of care, attention and support. At our St Margarets Montessori Nursery School, we share a strong vision for Montessori education, led by a very experienced staff team and rooted in Montessori Education. In our carefully prepared environment, children are encouraged to explore, question and discover, building confidence, concentration, and a love of learning. Claudia’s philosophy centres on the belief that every person has unique qualities that no one else possesses, and that through thoughtful guidance and opportunity, adults can help children realise their strengths, build confidence, and develop the self-esteem to contribute meaningfully to the world around them.

What it's like

Children settle exceptionally well into their new learning environment and benefit from constant staff support, ensuring individual needs are met. They form strong relationships, play cooperatively, and feel safe and secure due to staff interactions. Children actively follow routines, behave well, and engage in sustained and purposeful activities, supported by staff who help them self-regulate their behaviour.

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