Maria Montessori Nursery School - Crowborough

Term Time (38 Weeks) 08:00 am to 05:00 pm

Formerly known as "The Nursery School" (Est. 1969).

Maria Montessori Nursery School is located in the centre of Crowborough, surrounded by amenities including shops, beautiful countryside, and the train station. Our extraordinary, well-qualified and dedicated staff team ensures that children thrive in their own unique ways, achieving their goals and reaching their full potential.

As a team, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care and creating a calm, welcoming atmosphere that helps children settle in quickly. The nursery is a light-filled space with a thoughtfully designed layout, enabling children to freely access resources and inspiring their natural curiosity and joy. The open areas encourage independence, while the gentle, welcoming ambience supports emotional well-being.

We are primarily an EYFS setting with a Montessori approach, and within our nursery we have a beautiful Montessori classroom. The children enjoy a balance of free play and guided activities tailored to their age and stage of development, along with plenty of opportunities for indoor and outdoor exploration. Our daily routine is deliberately flexible, allowing us to cater to each child’s individual needs.

Across all age groups, the nursery day begins at 8:00 am and finishes at 5:00 pm.

Within our curriculum, we follow both the EYFS Statutory Framework and the Maria Montessori Method.

What We Offer:

•    Children aged 2–5 years — Open term time only (38 weeks per year), 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.


•    Regular outings exploring and engaging with our local community.


•    Healthy daily snacks provided.


•    Outstanding facilities both indoors and outdoors.


•    A fully equipped Montessori classroom.


•    Core Book Approach embedded within our extensive curriculum.


•    Weekly activities including yoga, cookery, music, and outdoor learning experiences.


•    Participation in The Daily Mile every day to promote physical well-being.


•    We accept 15- and 30-hour government-funded places between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm.