Engineered to perfection, built to last
At the Rugby Montessori Nursery School, we believe that the early years of a child's life are the most crucial in shaping their future. It is our endeavour to create a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment that fosters a child's natural curiosity, creativity, and love for learning. We are proud to be a Montessori nursery school, as this approach has been proven to promote independent learning, social skills, and emotional intelligence in young children.
Our Philosophy
We believe that every child is unique, with their own strengths, interests, and learning style. Our Montessori-inspired approach allows us to tailor our teachings to each child's individual needs, ensuring that they feel confident, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. We emphasize the importance of self-discovery, exploration, and experimentation, as these are thecornerstones of lifelong learning.
Our Services
We cater to children from 6 months to 5 years, offering a range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of our young students. Our services include:
- Bambinis (6 months to 2 years): A nurturing environment that focuses on sensory exploration, socialization, and emotional development.
- Buttercups & Daisies (2 to 3 years): A play-based learning environment that introduces the concept of routine, problem-solving, and language skills.
- Stepping Stones (3 to 5 years): An environment that fosters independence, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through hands-on activities and project-based learning.
Our Materials and Facilities
Our nursery is equipped with a range of Montessori materials and facilities designed to promote learning and exploration. These include:
- Practical Life Materials: Everyday objects and materials that teach children practical skills, such as dressing, feeding, and self-care.
- Sensorial Materials: Specially designed materials that stimulate children's senses, such as texture, smell, and sound.
- Mathematical Materials: Hands-on materials that introduce children to mathematical concepts, such as numbers, shapes, and patterns.
- Language Materials: Materials that promote language development, including books, puzzles, and games.
- The Prepared Environment: A specifically designed environment that encourages children to explore, experiment, and learn.
Our Extra-Curricular Activities
We believe that learning should be a fun and engaging experience. To support this, we offer a range of extra-curricular activities designed to promote social skills, creativity, and physical development. These include:
- Mindful Mondays: A mindfulness-based activity that promotes relaxation, focus, and self-awareness.
- Tuneful Tuesdays: A music-based activity that fosters creativity, rhythm, and language skills.
- Wiggly Wednesdays: A physical activity-based session that promotes gross motor skills, coordination, and teamwork.
- Discovery Thursdays: A discovery-based activity that encourages children to explore and learn about the world around them.
- Foodie Fridays: A cooking-based activity that promotes mealtime skills, socialization, and healthy eating habits.
Our Staff
Our staff are dedicated professionals who are committed to providing a high level of care and education to our students. Our experienced and trained staff are passionate about working with children and understand the importance of creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports each child's unique needs.
Safeguarding
At the Rugby Montessori Nursery School, we take the safety and well-being of our students extremely seriously. We have comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures in place to ensure that our students are protected from harm, both within and outside the nursery.
Parental Involvement
We believe that parents play a vital role in their child's education. We encourage parental involvement through regular newsletters, parent-teacher conferences, and opportunities to participate in nursery activities. This helps to build a strong partnership between parents, teachers, and the nursery, ensuring that our students receive the best possible care and education.
Exceptional Care and Education
The reviews for Rugby Montessori Nursery and School are overwhelmingly positive, with all authors giving the highest rating of 5 stars. The staff are consistently praised for their warmth, thorough care, and individualized attention to each child. The authors' children have thrived in the nursery, with some reporting remarkable improvements in development, academic progress, and social skills.
Staff and Leadership
The nursery's leadership, particularly Mrs. Garland, is mentioned as being exceptional. The authors highly recommend the nursery, citing the staff's passion for the Montessori method and their dedication to providing a supportive and nurturing environment. Many staff members are singled out for praise, with Miss Caz, Miss Lizzie, Miss Abbie, and others being mentioned as particularly exceptional.
Child-Focused Environment
The nursery is described as calm, comforting, and warm, with a focus on learning through play. The authors' children have enjoyed their time at the nursery, with some expressing disappointment when it's not a nursery day. The staff are praised for being responsive to parents' needs and for providing a sense of community.
Long-Term Benefits
Many authors report that their children have benefited from their attendance at Rugby Montessori, with some achieving great academic results and developing excellent social skills. The authors are grateful for the nursery's support and care, which has helped their children to thrive.
