Business Details
29 Years
experience
Montessori Childcare Experts in Bournemouth
Kings Castle Montessori Nursery has been providing high-quality childcare since 1997, offering a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 0-5. Our dedicated team combines the Montessori approach with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to foster individual development and school readiness. Located in Bournemouth, we serve families from surrounding areas with flexible sessions and fully enclosed outdoor facilities. Our three age-specific units ensure tailored care, from home-like baby rooms to pre-school environments focused on independence. We prioritise safety, hands-on learning, and emotional well-being, preparing children for a confident transition to primary education. With 25 years of experience, we maintain strong partnerships with local schools and offer funded places for eligible families.Our curriculum integrates Montessori materials with cultural, mathematical, and literacy activities, supported by individual development plans created in collaboration with parents. The nursery's spacious indoor and outdoor areas encourage exploration, creativity, and physical development through structured and free-flow activities. We embrace nature-based learning at our Kings Lodge extension, enhancing traditional Montessori principles with outdoor discovery. Continuous staff training ensures our team remains at the forefront of early years education, maintaining our reputation as a trusted childcare provider in Dorset.
Services
Montessori Curriculum
Flexible Sessions
Outdoor Learning
Individual Development Plans
Nature-Based Activities
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 25 years of Montessori expertise since 1997
- Three dedicated age-specific learning environments
- Fully integrated EYFS and Montessori curriculum
- Secure outdoor spaces with nature-based activities
- Strong partnerships with local primary schools
What people say
Happy confident children
Excellent preparation for school
Lovely garden spaces
Knowledgeable caring staff
Nature-based learning opportunities
Services
Montessori Curriculum
Our full Montessori curriculum for children aged 3-5 follows Maria Montessori's principles while meeting EYFS requirements. Separate learning areas for practical life, mathematics, language, sensorial, and cultural activities allow self-directed exploration. Qualified staff guide children through hands-on materials that develop concentration, independence, and academic foundations.
Flexible Sessions
We offer adaptable childcare from 8am-6pm Monday-Thursday and 8am-5pm Friday, with options for full or part-time care. Parents can choose sessions that fit their family's needs while maintaining continuity in their child's learning journey.
Outdoor Learning
Daily outdoor exploration includes gardening, nature walks, and physical challenges in our secure gardens. At Kings Lodge extension, children engage in seasonal activities, den-building, and environmental discovery to complement classroom learning through sensory experiences.
Individual Development Plans
Each child receives a tailored development plan created through collaboration between key workers and parents. These plans track progress across all learning areas while respecting individual interests, abilities, and family priorities for holistic growth.
Baby and Toddler Care
Our Highcliffe baby unit (3 months-2 years) provides home-from-home care with Montessori introduction, while the Christchurch toddler unit (2-3 years) focuses on developing independence. Both spaces feature age-appropriate materials and routines that respect each child's unique development pace.
Questions
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide funded places for eligible children aged 2+ as part of government schemes. Please contact us for current eligibility details.
What age groups do you cater for?
We accept children from 3 months to 5 years old, with dedicated units for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children.
How do you support school readiness?
Our Lulworth pre-school unit focuses on transition skills, including practical life activities, structured learning areas, and partnerships with local primary schools.
What outdoor facilities do you have?
We feature fully enclosed gardens with play equipment, planting areas, outdoor classrooms, and access to nature walks at our Kings Lodge extension.
How can parents stay informed about their child's progress?
Each child has an individual development plan created with parents, and we maintain regular communication through key worker partnerships.
