A Montessori Start is the Right Start
Allen’s Montessori is a privately run nursery established in October 1996. The premises operate three classrooms in a converted two-storey house, situated on the northern side of Beulah Road, about three-quarters of a mile north of Early Years Foundation Stage town centre. Transport links include the mainline railway stations at Early Years Foundation Stage and Norbury, with easy access to main bus routes from Green Lane, Brigstock Road and Parchmore Road.
Our nursery is registered with Ofsted for 33 children, aged between 6 months and 5 years old. It is open from 7:45 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year (with the exception of Bank Holidays and other dates outlined under our Terms & Conditions).
47 Beulah Road, Early Years Foundation Stage, Surrey CR7 8JH
1996–2026
Established in Early Years Foundation Stage
6 months to 5 years
Care through every early stage
Founded by Mrs Allen
A Wanigasekera ( principal ).
50 weeks
Open throughout the year
Welcome to Allen's
Montessori
Child centred learning
Early Years Foundation Stage
South London community
Nutrition & Wellness
Prepared with care
Qualified team
Experienced early years care
Montessori
Montessori is a child-centred approach that encourages children to learn independently through hands-on activities, exploration and practical experiences. Children are given the freedom to choose activities at their own pace while developing confidence, concentration, independence and a love of learning.
Daily Routine
Early Years
Our Early Years provision supports children’s learning and development during these important early years. Through play-based activities, positive relationships and a carefully prepared environment, children develop strong foundations in communication, physical development, social confidence, early literacy, maths and creativity.
Montessori
How Montessori Supports Children Aged 2–5
Independence & Confidence
Children learn to do things for themselves — pouring, tidying, choosing activities — building self‑belief and responsibility.
Hands‑On Learning
Montessori materials are designed for little hands and big thinking. Children learn through touch, movement, and real experiences.
Language & Early Literacy
Through conversation, stories, phonics, and practical language activities, children develop strong communication skills.
Early Maths Foundations
Counting, sorting, matching, and sensory materials help children understand numbers in a concrete, meaningful way.
Practical Life Skills
Activities like food preparation, dressing frames, and caring for plants teach coordination, focus, and everyday independence.
Social & Emotional Growth
Mixed‑age interaction encourages kindness, patience, and cooperation. Children learn to respect themselves, others, and their environment.
We also use a contact book to communicate with parents. If there is a specific issue that we feel needs comment or observation at home, we will enter it into this contact book and send it home with the child. We then ask you to please read, understand and comment on the issues concerned.
If you need to speak briefly about your child’s progress with members of staff, please do so. For an in-depth discussion of your child’s development, please contact the nursery management for an appointment with your child’s teacher.
The nursery is open throughout the year, excluding all Bank Holidays, one week in December, up to 2 days for staff training and another day for a parent’s open day each year. We may also close for up to one further week during the school year (between 1st September and 31st August the following year). This will only take place if any emergency work is required to maintain the high standards of the premises. We will endeavour to provide parents with adequate notice of any closures.
If a nursery closure is due to uncontrollable circumstances wherein staff cannot attend (e.g. snow or floods), the nursery will be closed due to health and safety reasons. We will notify parents by telephone, email or post details on our website of these emergency closures. All fees are payable as normal under these rare circumstances.
Children are taken on local outings, for example, to the library, parks and supermarkets, with consent forms issued to parents in advance for approval. We host one annual nursery outing every year, and parents are not required to, but are encouraged to, attend these.
A nursery that feels personal
ABOUT OUR NURSERIES
We believe that a child’s learning develops best when there is a three-way partnership between a child, a parent/carer and the practitioner. Our aim is to create a feeling of being an extension of our nursery children’s families whilst caring for them. You can be assured that your child will be kept safe, well-fed, educated and loved, but most of all, their whole experience will be made fun!
The period between birth and five years is the most important in a child’s development. We are careful to minimise any pressures to succeed during this time, believing that more can be achieved through learning with their friends in a happy and caring environment. Instructions, encouragement and lavish amounts of praise help to foster a child who is secure and content, displaying confidence and independence.
Our lessons are designed to inspire a joy of learning and a desire to explore, whilst establishing a solid foundation for future schooling. It is our intention to enable a sense of security and confidence that will remain with the children throughout their young lives.
Our nursery is divided into rooms according to age groups, except when large group activities such as circle time, music, role-play, birthday parties and trips are taking place. Children are grouped according to their development and emotional, physical and intellectual needs. These groups are well-equipped and supervised by qualified staff at all times.
We keep records of each child’s progress. Children under two years old will receive a daily report. Children over 2 years old will receive a daily report for the first week they attend the nursery. After this, we log daily observations in each child’s Foundation Stage Folder for the remainder of their time at Allen’s Montessori. When your child leaves the nursery, this folder will be passed on to their next setting/school.
Throughout these observations, a growing understanding is built up of how each child is developing in their own unique way. You, as a parent, can ask to see these records at any time.
“We want every child to feel secure, valued and excited to discover what they can do.”
WHAT IS MONTESSORI?
Montessori is an educational approach that was developed by Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori in the late 1800s. Dr. Montessori’s work was based on her observation of children and the way they chose to interact with the environment, lessons and materials available to them during her classes.
She later refined her method to summarise that children and young adults who were at liberty to act freely would always opt to develop and learn. Access to the correct environment and materials plays an essential part in the application of the method and allows for freedom of physical and intellectual movement to learn.
A child develops an acute awareness of their senses through the use of designed and graded Montessori equipment. This sense training is essential, as it provides the quality of perception on which all knowledge is built. This is why, here at Allen’s Montessori Nursery, we have divided this equipment between three main classrooms according to age group and further assess the individual child’s needs for development.
Furthermore, Dr. Montessori designed exercises to develop physical refinement of movement and alertness of the senses through daily activity and interaction with the materials provided. The acquisition of these skills by the children is made with great ease and joy, allowing them to become confident, communicative and sociable.
The Montessori Method has greatly influenced much of today’s educational thinking and practice. The success in orthodox Montessori schools has been repeated since her time, worldwide. This is why we are proud to continue in her footsteps.
Programmes by stage
Care that grows with your child.
Each room and routine is prepared around children’s changing developmental needs, with the right balance of nurture, independence, movement and discovery.
Babies
At Allen’s Montessori Nursery
A calm and nurturing space with responsive care, sensory experiences, rest and early communication woven naturally through the day.
Toddlers
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Practical activities, movement, language and imaginative play help toddlers build confidence while learning to make choices for themselves.
Preschool
Ready for what comes next
Focused Montessori work, literacy, mathematics, creativity, social development and everyday responsibility prepare children for a confident move to school.
THE CURRICULUM
We closely follow the Montessori method and adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
The development planning in the nursery is directed towards helping children reach the next level of achievement and also to help them develop intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially.
A good curriculum does not stand still but is always changing and improving. With that in mind, the curriculum at Allen’s Nursery is kept under constant review and regularly updated in order to meet changing requirements.
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Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Children are provided with experiences and support to help them develop a positive sense of themselves and a healthy respect for others. We teach social skills and encourage a positive disposition to learn, ensuring that emotional well-being is nurtured and helping children to know themselves in order to reach their full potential.
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Knowledge and Understanding of the World
We support the development of knowledge, skills and understanding that will help children participate in the world around them. Children are given the opportunity to use a range of materials and tools, undertaking practical experiments safely. They are invited to encounter people, creatures, plants and objects in their natural environment and in real-life situations. We allow access for the exploration of the environment in order to develop a child’s intelligence. Diversity is celebrated. We provide an unusual approach to exploring the cultural resources within a child’s environment. At the nursery, this is done through various mediums, including lessons in languages, music, movement, I.T. and cookery.
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Communication, Language & Literacy
We provide a unique approach, with activities and topics to aid the development of language and literacy. Opportunity and encouragement are given to children so that they may use their skills in a range of situations, for a variety of purposes, whilst developing the confidence and disposition to do so.
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Problem Solving, Reasoning & Numeracy
Children can develop their understanding of problem-solving, reasoning and numeracy within a broad range of contexts. We present basic mathematical concepts in an original and exciting way. They can explore, learn, practise, enjoy and talk about their developing understandings.
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Creative Development
We provide numerous opportunities for children to explore and share their ideas and feelings. This is achieved through a variety of creative forms, including art, music, movement, dance, imaginative and role-play activities, mathematical designs, technology, sand and water play, play dough modelling, cutting, stencilling and construction toys.
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Physical Development
Our garden has been completely transformed into a rubber-covered, soft-play area. We provide the ideal environment for children to be active and improve their skills of coordination, control, manipulation and movement. The nursery provides a variety of play equipment for children to improve their gross motor skills and fine motor skills. Children are encouraged to use all their senses in order to learn about the world around them, helping them to make connections between new information and what they already know.
What Is the EYFS at Nursery?
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is the statutory framework that all nurseries, pre‑schools, childminders and reception classes in England must follow. It sets the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to age 5
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the national framework that guides all nurseries in England. It sets the standards for high‑quality learning, development and care from birth to age 5. Through play‑based activities, nurturing relationships and a carefully planned environment, children build strong foundations in communication, physical skills, social confidence, early literacy, maths and creativity
Life at Allen's
Exploring, Creating, and Growing: Where Playful Learning and Movement Spark Joy in Every Day at Allen’s
The final website can use the nursery’s new photography throughout this gallery and across programme, staff, facilities, activities and achievement pages.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Allen’s Montessori Nursery is committed to an anti-discriminatory practice at all levels. We aim to be inclusive and work in partnership with parents to include their child at our setting, actively welcoming children with additional needs.
Mandatory equal opportunities are promoted for adults and all children with regard to employment, training, admission, education and all day-care services provided. Staff here must ensure that, in offering services to parents, they do not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, religion, ability, gender or sexual orientation.
Our team treats children and families with equal concern and, in doing so, the care that they give each child is done with acknowledgement and respect for specific needs and with regard to religious persuasion, racial origin, cultural and linguistic differences.
We celebrate all cultural festivals and run a strict equal opportunities policy. If you do not wish your child to take part in any of these events, please let us know, as alternative arrangements can be made.
We include multicultural activities in our curriculum and encourage parents to get involved in these with us and their children, to promote this extended family atmosphere.
Work With Us
Build a rewarding future with Allen's.
We are always interested in hearing from passionate, caring and dedicated people who would like to be part of the Allen’s team. Explore our current vacancies and opportunities below.
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Join Our Team
If you are passionate about supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.
Current Vacancies
Available opportunities
Current Vacancy
Nursery Practitioner
Job description and further information about this position can be added here.
Full Time Nursery
Current Vacancy
Early Years Educator
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Full Time Early Years
No suitable vacancy?
Even if there is no current vacancy that matches your experience, please feel free to get in touch with us to register your interest in future opportunities.
A complete nursery experience
Everything parents need to feel confident.
Clear sections help families understand daily life, the nursery team, facilities, food, achievements and important practical information without searching through clutter.
Our team
Caring professionals
Meet the people who guide, care for and support children through each stage of their early years journey.
Activities
Purposeful play
Art, music, language, sensory experiences, outdoor movement and practical work are part of everyday discovery.
Facilities
Spaces designed for children
Age appropriate classrooms and an outdoor play area provide opportunities to move, focus, create and explore.
Families
Strong parent relationships
Open communication and a welcoming community help parents feel connected to their child’s nursery experience.
Achievements
Progress worth celebrating
Children’s milestones, nursery achievements and important moments can be shared clearly and proudly.
Daily routine
A balanced day
Learning, meals, movement, outdoor time, rest and play are thoughtfully organised around children’s needs.
Food and wellbeing
Fresh, nourishing meals for growing children.
Nursery uses Zebedees catering services. With nutritionally balanced seasonal fruit and veg used in meals the menus are to theEYFS standard current menu attached
Standard Nursery Lunch Menu – Spring Summer 2026
Breakfast
8:00am to 8:25am
Mid morning break
10:00am to 10:30am
Lunch
11:30am to 12:30pm
High tea
3:00pm to 3:30pm
The best way to know us is to come and visit.
Meet the team, see the rooms and talk through what your child needs before you decide.
Daily Routine
WHAT TO EXPECT
We realise how difficult and even distressing starting at a nursery can be for both you and your child. Here at Allen’s Montessori Nursery, we allow a new student to become thoroughly familiar with their surroundings and their class teacher before experiencing any separation.
Where possible, we achieve this gradual process by inviting parents to stay with their child during their first day. Parents are encouraged to gently ease their child into their new environment by participating in the nursery routine together, attending between 9:00 am and 4:30 pm, before gradually decreasing their presence.
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Food
Recognising the importance of a balanced diet, we are fully committed to delivering exceptional-quality food for our children. We provide nourishing and tasty meals for nursery children, using plenty of fresh vegetables and fruit.
We operate a multicultural, 5-week menu that is designed to cater for all dietary needs, including vegetarian and vegan children. Any requests for a medically required diet will need to be accompanied by evidence. These must be discussed at the admissions stage.
Whilst we encourage children to eat all meals provided, we do not force-feed. An alternative meal is provided to encourage eating instead.
Bringing in party food or nuts of any kind is strictly prohibited.
- Breakfast is served from 8:00 am to 8:25 am.
- Mid-morning break is from 10:00 am to 10:30 am.
- Lunch is served from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm.
- High Tea is served from 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm.
We adhere to strict policies regarding food consumption on the premises due to changes in food legislation regarding allergens.
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Daily Routine
The daily routine involves numerous activities, play and lessons. Maths, literacy, IT, language, physical play, art, singing, sensory stimulation and outdoor activities are all factored into your child’s daily experience.
Every classroom is packed full of interactive objects and facilities suited to that specified age group. The children are encouraged to learn through practical activities and sensory play throughout the day. This includes free play, which incorporates physical activities too.
Musical activities are provided on a daily basis for the development of rhythm and sound, and IT lessons are offered to preschool children.
We have outdoor play facilities that are accessible with staff guidance all day long, in order to foster imagination and good health.
Sleep or quiet time is encouraged for any children who require a rest. Babies have afternoon naps.
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Discipline
Our aim is to help children develop a sense of right and wrong from an early age. Inappropriate or disruptive behaviour from a child will be dealt with in the appropriate manner immediately.
If a child’s behaviour is repeatedly in question, we will discuss this in detail with their parents. If necessary, we can arrange support from outside agencies, with the parent’s consent.
Collecting your child
Please list all the names of people who will collect your child from the nursery on the registration form. If possible, please enclose photographs.
Children will never be released to an unknown person unless staff have been notified in advance by writing, email or telephone in the case of an emergency. We will require identification to be shown and a pre-agreed password to be provided before releasing a child to a nominated individual.
Collection should always be by 6:00 pm at the latest. If, for any reason, this isn’t possible, a fee of £10 per 15 minutes of lateness will be payable upon arrival.
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Attendance
Regular attendance is expected. We ask parents to finish handing over children by 9:00 am to avoid disrupting the class and the routine of the nursery.
If your child is unable to attend, you will need to notify the nursery by telephone by 9:00 am on the first day of absence.
There is some flexibility regarding times of arrival and times for collection of children. Please speak to management for more details.
If you require extra sessions for your child, these can be arranged subject to availability. You must give at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel an extra session, or you will be charged for this.
It is essential that parents notify the nursery if their child is unwell or has been in contact with any infectious/contagious illness. Please ensure that you notify us of the exact nature of the illness so we may take the necessary precautions to avoid cross-contamination.
If a child becomes unwell whilst attending the nursery, we will contact the parent, guardian or recorded emergency contact as soon as possible.
In the rare case of serious illness, an accident or another emergency needing immediate attention, the nursery retains the right to take action as the principal sees fit, including hospitalisation if necessary. Decisions such as this will be undertaken in the best interests of the child, even ahead of informing parents of the emergency.
This is explained in greater detail under our Terms & Conditions.
Contact Allen's Montessori
Tell us about your child.
Send an enquiry and the nursery team can contact you about availability, visits, settling in and the next steps for enrolment.
Location
47 Beulah Road, Early Years Foundation Stage, Surrey, CR7 8JH.
Opening hours
Monday - Friday: 7.45 - 18.00, Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Telephone
020 8771 2728
allensmontessori@gmail.com