Our Approach

At Sunshine Montessori, every child is seen as a unique individual, full of potential. Guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the Development Matters framework, our approach makes learning meaningful, playful, and tailored to each child’s interests.

We blend structured activities with child-led exploration, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and independence. Nature is central to what we do — from seasonal discoveries and woodland storytelling to open-air play, the outdoors provides endless opportunities to learn and grow.

By balancing freedom with gentle guidance, we prepare children not just for school, but for life — confident, resilient, and ready to thrive.

What We Believe

Every Child is Unique
Children learn in different ways. We celebrate these differences and adapt our teaching to help each child shine and reach their full potential. Read more about our Curriculum and Extracurriculars.

Safe and Joyful Learning

Children thrive when they feel happy and secure. Our warm, family-like environment helps them feel at ease, ready to explore and discover.

Our Daily Principles

Healthy Living & Nutrition
Good food supports good learning. We provide healthy snacks, fresh water, and well-balanced hot meals — or welcome packed lunches from home. Mealtimes are relaxed and social, where children enjoy one another’s company and practice table manners. Read more about our Food. 

Practical Clothing

Learning is active, and sometimes messy! We encourage comfortable, manageable clothing so children can play freely. Optional polo shirts and jumpers are available, but the most important thing is that children feel ready to explore. Spare clothes are always on hand, and we ask families to bring waterproofs and wellies for outdoor adventures.

Our People

Qualified, Caring Staff

Your child will be supported by fully qualified and experienced early years practitioners who love what they do. We keep excellent adult-to-child ratios and invite specialist teachers for activities such as yoga, dance and Forest School. Every team member is committed to seeing, nurturing, and inspiring each child. Meet our team.

Open Communication

The best outcomes happen when parents and staff work together. Our team is always available for informal chats, and you can arrange meetings with nursery managers whenever needed. Read more about Parent Partnership.

Technology That Connects

Through our EY Parent app, you can see photos, videos, and notes from your child’s day. You can also share your own observations from home, helping us create a complete picture of your child’s development. This partnership ensures we’re all working together to give your child the very best start in life.

Our Promise

At Sunshine Montessori, we promise to celebrate every success, support every challenge, and nurture every dream. More than a nursery, we are partners in your child’s early years journey — giving them the confidence, skills, and love of learning that will last a lifetime.

Choosing your child’s first educational experience is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. We’re here to answer your questions and welcome you into our nursery family. Read more about our Policies and Procedures.