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Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School

31 Saxonbury Road, Tuckton, Bournemouth BH6 5NB
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Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School, Bournemouth
Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School, Bournemouth
Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School, Bournemouth

Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School has been providing quality childcare since 1997. In October 2023, the nursery was awarded a "Good" rating in all categories in their Ofsted inspection.

The nursery offers children a happy, safe and nurturing environment where staff support and encourage children to learn and develop to their full potential.

Kings Castle is located in Tuckton, Bournemouth and is ideally situated for children from Littledown, Southbourne, Christchurch and Boscombe.

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Funding & Fees

RATES 2026:
We offer funded and non-funded places.
Our FULL-TIME rate for non-funded children is £8.75 per hour.
Hot Lunch (Optional) - £4.90 per day (Main and Dessert)

A consumables charge of £1.75 applies to funded hours (For more information about the consumables charge see below)

PREMIUM OPTIONS - ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES WITH DISCOUNT AND 2 WEEKS’ HOLIDAY

Kings Castle Montessori Nursery offers a range of simple, all-inclusive premium packages for children attending 36. 40. 45 or 49 hours per week.

We offer a sibling discount on request.

The nursery offers funded and non-funded places.
Please contact us to discuss availability and prices in more detail.

We offer in person show-arounds year-round and we welcome new children year-round (subject to availability).

Consumables charge – A non-mandatory consumables charge of £1.75 applies to each funded hour. The consumables charge allows us to provide your child with an environment, experiences and services which are above the normal requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) or which are not covered by Early Years Funding for example activities such as cookery, gardening, music & movement, yoga, weekly sessions at Kings Lodge Nature Nursery (for over 2’s), outings and special cultural, seasonal and celebratory events, snacks, sun cream, wipes, nappy bags, blankets, face cloths, downloadable learning / photo journal, in person parents’ evenings. Please note that the consumables charge does not apply to paid hours.

Contact Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

No

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Amanda Preston (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 68

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-18:00
  • Thursday 08:00-18:00
  • Friday 08:00-17:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School Reviews (215)

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Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School has a Review Score of 10 (9.974) out of 10, based on 43 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School has 215 reviews.

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Review from Ken P (Father of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Both my daughters have really benefited from the Montessori approach to teaching and made good friends. The teachers are caring and attentive and nurture pride in the children's work. They accommodated my daughter's dairy intolerance well.

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Review from Vicky C (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Over the past 3 years both of my children have gone to Kings Castle and they have loved it. Every single member of staff are always smiling and so friendly, the managers and key workers are so supportive and reassuring, I couldn't have wished for a better place for my girls to start their education. My eldest is off to big school now and I feel like we are losing some really good friends. There is only one negative and that isn't even anyone's fault but there could be more morning slots available.

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Review from Nicolle J (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Kings is a very good nursery, all the staff are very friendly and it's also a very welcoming environment.
Both of my children love their nursery and have become very attached to their key workers.

I have recommended this nursery to a friend and will recommend it in the future.

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Review from Katrina (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Both my boys go here (1 and 3 years) both started from 6 months. They were amazing in fitting the boys in for a few hours before they started to settle them in. My eldest son has extra physical needs which they help address daily. Both boys are always happy to go and leave smiling, and exhausted! My son has a lot to say about what he done for the day. The teachers are all very friendly and they've accommodated my needs several times.

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Review from Emma T (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Both my children have been looked after by Kings Castle over the last 7 years, but they have done so much more than that. Kings has helped them grow into kind, thoughtful and inquisitive children, the team have been such an important part of my children's development and prepared both of them amazingly well for school. Every person has been kind, loving, fun and a great role model in behaviour, everything you want for your child when you can't be with them. We, as a family, are now approaching the time when our youngest will be leaving and while she is more than ready for her next step it will be a very sad day when we finally say goodbye to the Kings team. In fact I am writing this with a rather large lump in my throat. I would have no hesitation in recommending Kings Castle Montessori to anyone who is looking for childcare, right from the care and love given in the baby room all the way through to the development and education received by the older children. Thank you Kings!

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Review from Ali T (Father of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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I'm satisfied with the service that Kings Castle Montessori provide to my daughter. We notice our little one learns a lot from this great day nursery also we notice our daughter is more confident. As parents, (mum and dad) we thank all the staff, the services you're providing are just great.

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Review from Sam F (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Since my son started at Kings Castle he has been so happy. He has made friends and really looks forward to coming. I am thrilled with the level of care that the staff give.

I would like to see a little more in regards to their personal folders as to how they are developing. However I am very happy with the overall service provided. I would recommend Kings Castle.

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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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I'm really pleased with Kings Castle. The staff are great, the setting is very welcoming and my little boy seems to love it. I have no worries at all dropping him off in the mornings. They do a range of activities and you get regular updates on how your little one is doing.

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Review from Louise and James (Father of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Very friendly and helpful staff. Our Son has really grown in character since being there and has become very independent and capable. Considering the amount of pictures and models he brings back, i'm guessing they are pretty busy little things whilst at nursery.

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Review from Rebecca S (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Good overall service, particularly pleased with the Montessori style learning environment which my daughter is thriving in. The staff all seem very dedicated and caring. The range of activities is good and my daughters language and development is really coming on since moving down to the toddler room.

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Review from Kate (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Kings Castle Nursery provides a happy and safe environment for learning.
The staff are friendly and caring.
The children have plenty of space with different classrooms and a lovely garden with play area.
Each child is treated as an individual and is introduced to Montessori materials at their own pace.
Parents can speak to their child's key worker at any time.

I would highly recommend Kings Castle.

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Review from Sophie R (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Kings have been part of our lives for the last 8 years. Both my girls have thoroughly enjoyed their time at Kings and the fact that we don't have any more children means our journey with them ends this year. All of the staff feel like extended family and I can't fault their dedication not only to my girls but to each and every child attending. We've seen our girls flourish through all of the stages of the nursery and its been a pleasure to see them use all the skills they have learnt at Kings at home with us. Our children have made some lifelong friends through the nursery, as have my husband and myself, it's going to be terribly difficult to say goodbye this September. If you are considering Kings for your child, go and spend some time there, chat with the staff and have a look around, the staff are testament as to why it's such a great nursery. We can't thank them enough for nurturing our girls, being role models for them and also being there for us as parents through tough times.

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Review from Natasha H (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Both my boys attended Kings Castle. My youngest is due to finish in August which seems like an end of an era. I have been using Kings for 6 years and have been very happy with the service, staff and the children's learning and development.

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Review from Javier V (Father of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery couldn't have picked a better one for my little one, all the staff are really friendly and they do their best to ensure my child is happy and learns everything they need to start school.

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Review from Jessica (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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Very nurturing and caring staff that communicate well. Always strive to accommodate needs. The learning environment is set up to support independence and makes use of natural lighting/materials for a communication friendly approach. The outdoor area is beautiful! So nice to see children playing in the mud and grass. A shame there are a few restrictions due to a complaint from a neighbour.

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Amanda Preston Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2010
Amanda Preston

Amanda has been at Kings Castle for over 12 years and has progressed from working in the Lulworth Pre-School Room to Deputy Manager and now Nursery Manager, for the past 5 years.

Amanda was a parent of King's Castle and when the time came for her son to move on to a big school, Amanda couldn't leave King's behind.

She found a deep love and passion for Montessori, which she studied at a nearby college.

Amanda is also the Designated Safeguarding Lead, Health and Safety lead and Fire Marshall.

Beckie Dolan Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2008
Beckie Dolan

Beckie has been at Kings Castle for 15 years and has progressed from a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to Toddler Room Supervisor and Deputy Manager.

Beckie is also a Scout Leader outside of the nursery and has extensive knowledge of outdoor learning activities and group learning activities as well as an abundance of enthusiasm for Early Years!

Fabiana Vieira - Tao Job Title: Lulworth Pre-School Room Supervisor Joined: 2012
Fabiana Vieira - Tao

Fabiana has been at Kings Castle for 11 years now and has progressed from working in the Pre-School as a Montessori Directress, to Room Supervisor.

Fab has a Montessori Diploma from a nearby college.

Fab also has 2 children of her own, one of whom currently attends the nursery.

Calum Smith Job Title: Kings Lodge Manager Joined: 2016
Calum Smith

Calum has been at the nursery for over 7 years now and has progressed from a Montessori Director in the Lulworth Pre-School Room, to Room Supervisor and now Manager of Kings Lodge.

Calum holds a degree in Primary Education and a QTS (Qualifies teacher status) gained from the University of Northampton.

Calum is also an "SEN Representative" and works closely with the nursery SENCO to support children at Kings Lodge.

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