About Willow Park, Montessori Day Nursery
Willow Park opened in January 2002. A private, Montessori Day Nursery, owned and managed by qualified Montessori professionals. “Shaping their Future” is what we do. Treating children as individuals, encouraging independence and building their self confidence and self-esteem. We provide a stimulating and inviting environment enabling us to follow the child.
About Montessori
Maria Montessori 1870- 1952
Maria Montessori developed her theory, understanding that children learn through choosing, trying and doing themselves. Using specifically developed equipment in a prepared environment guided by the Montessori teacher, leads to a confidence-building approach to learning. The key principles are Independence, Observation, Following the Child and the Prepared Environment.
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Age groups
Willow Park accepts children aged from 3 months up until school age. Children move to Hedgehogs the month following their second birthday and to Owls, the month after their third birthday.
Ladybirds – for children aged from 3 months – 2 years
Hedgehogs – for children aged 2-3 years
Owls – for children aged from 3 years until school age
Play & learn
Maria Montessori believed that children learn by choosing, trying and doing for themselves. Within our prepared environment, we encourage children to engage with the routines of living. Using her specifically designed apparatus, many of which are didactic, in a prepared environment, guided by Montessori teachers who constantly observe the children and what they are interested in, leads to a confidence-building approach to learning.
Safeguarding
At Willow Park we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Food
Food and nutrition are an important part of nursery life. Not only the balanced menus and the quality of the meals we serve, but for learning too.
Hours
We are open
Monday – Friday
8am – 6pm.
We are closed on all Bank Holidays and for the week between Christmas and New Year.
What people say…
Willow Park isn’t just a nursery, it is a family of beautiful people who make your children feel loved and happy and welcome parents with open arms. You should all be so proud of what you do on a daily basis.
The Tillinghast Family