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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.
The...
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.
The nursery welcomes children aged 0-5, offering flexible sessions, funded places, separate rooms for babies, toddlers and pre-school, dedicated sleep rooms and a fully enclosed garden with play area, outdoor classroom and toddler garden.
Children aged 2+ can also attend KINGS LODGE, the nature-based annexe on Tuckton Meadow. Kings Lodge offers an abundance of outdoor, nature-based activities .
A team of skilled and professional staff follow the Montessori approach to provide children with a calm and stimulating environment where they can build confidence and independence, explore their interests, make new friendships and be ready for all that life has in store for them.
Their mission is to provide quality education in a peaceful, loving, respectful and caring environment holistic in its approach which enables each individual child’s natural curiosity and intrinsic desire for lifelong learning to unfold, and their innate ability to progress as contributing members of society.
Their vision is for all children of all abilities to develop a ‘love of learning for life’ while guiding them to reach their full potential as collaborative and independent learners by providing a Montessori education that nurtures their spirits as they evolve as engaged citizens of the world.
‘Free the child’s potential and you will transform him into the world’ Maria Montessori – Secret of childhood
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Minimum attendance
- 2 days per week
Full days available
YesGroup / Owner
- Saxonbury Road Ltd
- Private Owned
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
YesMeal Types Provided
Snacks
Also provided: Plus Special Food For Seasonal, Cultural Or Celebratory Events, Activities Such As Cookery, Gardening, Music & Movement, Yoga, Weekly Sessions At Kings Lodge Nature Nursery (For Over 2’S), Outings And Cultural, Seasonal And Celebratory Events Including Birthdays, Easter, Christmas, Father And Mother’S Day, Harvest Festival, School Leavers’ Events And Other Religious, Seasonal And Cultural Events And Activities And In Person Parent:Teacher Meetings And Non-Food Consumables And Sundries Including Sun Cream, Wipes, Nappy Bags, Bedding And Blankets, Face Cloths, Yoga Mats, Downloadable Learning Journal, Etc.
Consumables provided
YesConsumables provided include
Also provided: Includes Antihistamine, Emergency Pain Relief, Nappy Bags, Bedding And Blankets, Face Cloths, Yoga Mats, Downloadable Learning Journal, Etc.
Opening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-17:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & Christmas
Funding & Fees
Typical monthly cost for a 3-days place
£339/ month
Optional Tea Hour 17.00-18.00 = £8.75
Optional Tea Hour 17.00-18.00 = £8.75
Optional Hot Lunch = £4.90
All Inclusive discount packages are available for children attending more than 36 hours per week, please see our fees information or speak to the nursery for more details
Consumable charges include: Food charges everyday snacks plus special food for seasonal, cultural or celebratory events. Activities such as cookery, gardening, music & movement, yoga, weekly sessions at Kings Lodge Nature Nursery (for over 2’s), outings and cultural, seasonal and celebratory events including birthdays, Easter, Christmas, Father and Mother’s day, harvest festival, school leavers’ events and other religious, seasonal and cultural events and activities and in person parent:teacher meetings and Non-food consumables and sundries such as sun cream, wipes, nappy bags, bedding and blankets, face cloths, yoga mats, downloadable learning journal, etc.
Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.
Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.Defaults shown
9 months to 2 years • 3-days • 30 hours funding • all year
How this price scales (per month)
2 days per week
£134
3 days per week
£339
5 days per week
£966
Adjust for your situation
What this price covers
- Standard chargeable day 8:00am to 5:00pm (9 hours)
- 22.4 funded hours used per week. Remaining hours charged privately.
- Included in this price: plus special food for seasonal, cultural or celebratory events, activities such as cookery, gardening, music & movement, yoga, weekly sessions at Kings Lodge Nature Nursery (for over 2’s), outings and cultural, seasonal and celebratory events including birthdays, Easter, Christmas, Father and Mother’s day, harvest festival, school leavers’ events and other religious, seasonal and cultural events and activities and in person parent:teacher meetings and non-food consumables and sundries including sun cream, wipes, nappy bags, bedding and blankets, face cloths, yoga mats, downloadable learning journal, etc., Snacks and Includes Antihistamine, emergency pain relief, nappy bags, bedding and blankets, face cloths, yoga mats, downloadable learning journal, etc.
Price without government funding: £1,004 / month (£79 / day)
If you're not eligible or haven't claimed funded hours.More info
- £665/month more than the funded price.
- This is what you'd pay if your child is under 9 months, or if you're not eligible for or haven't claimed funded hours.
About this price
How funding is applied, how the monthly figure is calculated.More info
- Working parents of children aged 9 months to 2 years can usually claim up to 30 funded hours a week. The working-parent hours depend on each parent meeting the minimum earnings rules and earning under £100,000 a year. This nursery stretches funded hours across 51 weeks of the year. You've selected 30 funded hours.
- This nursery applies up to 9 funded hours per day, stretched across 51 weeks of the year. With your selected funding, 22.4 hours are covered each week. Hours beyond this, including the early and late parts of the day, are charged at the standard rate.
- We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.
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Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School Reviews (219)
Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School has a Review Score of 10 (9.963) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School has 219 reviews.
It is a very safe, caring and nurturing nursery, leaving you with no worries whilst you’re working. I couldn’t recommend it enough. It will be sad to leave.
It is a very safe, caring and nurturing nursery, leaving you with no worries whilst you’re working. I couldn’t recommend it enough. It will be sad to leave.
Wonderful little family, very caring, supportive and professional team. My little one has been with them for the last two years and really enjoys all the activities, she has become so independent and missed them a lot during lockdown. Highly recommended.
Wonderful little family, very caring, supportive and professional team. My little one has been with them for the last two years and really enjoys all the activities, she has become so independent and missed them a lot during lockdown. Highly recommended.
They have gone above and beyond all expectations from the moment I first visited. Not only recognising the needs of my children but also the...
They have gone above and beyond all expectations from the moment I first visited. Not only recognising the needs of my children but also the needs of our family as a whole.
One of my children received an ASD diagnosis and the staff have ensured we received the best support available.
The staff are all, without exception, the loveliest people to hope to look after my precious ones. Totally dedicated to their work, both professional and warm. From the management, all the way down. We will be heartbroken to have to move on.
Kings Castle has offered the best possible start for my children that I could have dreamt of. I cannot recommend enough.
Our daughter has been at Kings for three years now and since she started right through to her upcoming last day before ‘big school’ we have been constantly blown away by her development. The teachers at Kings have supported us as parents to develop our daughter the Montessori way in an environment...
They have her practising the basics on writing, spelling, maths plus her independent learning on aspects like courteous behaviour, kindness and sharing has been a joy to witness. Weekly yoga has been a source of great entertainment after nursery and her love for the teachers and friends has made us appreciate what an incredible experience Kings has been.
We will be starting our son in September to go on the same journey as his big sister and I know our daughter will miss being there.
I would thoroughly recommend Kings Castle because of the amazing teachers, the lovely facilities and the style of education at that age is perfect for their development.
Its been a lovely four years journey since our little girl joined Kings (she is sadly leaving to go to big school) and as a parent, I could not be happier about everything Kings Castle has taught my daughter. It's a happy place to be and the teachers are incredibly amazing (they really helped her...
Its been a lovely four years journey since our little girl joined Kings (she is sadly leaving to go to big school) and as a parent, I could not be happier about everything Kings Castle has taught my daughter. It's a happy place to be and the teachers are incredibly amazing (they really helped her development with speech, potty training and all the Montessori learning, which is great). I highly recommend this nursery to all parents. With the recent Covid-19 situation, regardless of the new regulation and changes, they have all worked hard to maintain the most important thing: humanity. Love to all from Kings Castle.
Both our children have loved their time at Kings and were sad to be leaving. Our youngest left today. The staff have been amazing and the key workers have always had such a positive impact on our two. Thank you so much for looking after them over the past 5 years. We have and will continue to...
Both our children have loved their time at Kings and were sad to be leaving. Our youngest left today. The staff have been amazing and the key workers have always had such a positive impact on our two. Thank you so much for looking after them over the past 5 years. We have and will continue to recommend you highly. Many thanks.
Going to miss the friendly welcomes and how special we were always made to feel. Excellent during COVID-19 and kept bubbles so secure. Thanks for everything.
Going to miss the friendly welcomes and how special we were always made to feel. Excellent during COVID-19 and kept bubbles so secure. Thanks for everything.
I cannot stress highly enough the level of support and warmth demonstrated by all the members of staff at this setting. We are always kept well informed and up to date of any developments. Our child has developed so well during his time with them and any issues that may have arisen have always been...
I cannot stress highly enough the level of support and warmth demonstrated by all the members of staff at this setting. We are always kept well informed and up to date of any developments. Our child has developed so well during his time with them and any issues that may have arisen have always been dealt with professionally and promptly. We are so glad that we chose this setting for our child and could not recommend it highly enough to others.
Absolute fabulous nursery. Would highly recommend. The staff are so caring and would do whatever it takes to make your child happy and enjoy their day at nursery. I loved that it was so structured and gave the child routine ready for when they left to start school. We were very sad when his last...
Absolute fabulous nursery. Would highly recommend. The staff are so caring and would do whatever it takes to make your child happy and enjoy their day at nursery. I loved that it was so structured and gave the child routine ready for when they left to start school. We were very sad when his last day arrived. The staff were his second family and he enjoyed coming to nursery. Thank you for all being so amazing, we miss you.
The staff are so caring, and...
The staff are so caring, and they help the children develop by encouraging their own interests so the kids remain engaged and entertained whilst learning everything they need to, to prepare them for the next stages of their lives.
The staff were also hugely supportive (and flexible) when I was diagnosed with cancer. They went above and beyond to help my family and I get through such a horrific situation.
I genuinely cannot recommend them highly enough and it will be a sad day when our daughter has to move on to the next stage of her schooling.
Our son has been going here for about 6 months and we couldn't be happier. He has progressed really well and we feel that Kings Castle is the place for him to continue learning in a safe, loving environment where all his needs are met.
Our son has been going here for about 6 months and we couldn't be happier. He has progressed really well and we feel that Kings Castle is the place for him to continue learning in a safe, loving environment where all his needs are met.
As soon as we walked into Kings Castle, we knew we had found the best. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly which made us feel at ease and confident to leave our child in their care. The Montessori approach to teaching and caring for each individual child is amazing to see, not just in my...
All the staff at Kings Castle are kind, caring, compassionate and creative. A perfect environment for any child to develop.
This is, in my view, a truly outstanding nursery, which gives all children the very best values, skills and knowledge which are vitally needed to improve and progress each day. The managers and staff are all extremely helpful, and always on hand and to offer any tips/advice where required. Both my...
This is, in my view, a truly outstanding nursery, which gives all children the very best values, skills and knowledge which are vitally needed to improve and progress each day. The managers and staff are all extremely helpful, and always on hand and to offer any tips/advice where required. Both my son and daughter regularly attend this nursery, and they have developed far more than I could have managed myself.
My little boy has been at Kings Castle for just over three years and we absolutely love it! The calm, nurturing environment is a fantastic place for children to learn and play and safely make mistakes. The Montessori teaching element has ensured that my son is independent, respectful and enquiring...
My little boy has been at Kings Castle for just over three years and we absolutely love it! The calm, nurturing environment is a fantastic place for children to learn and play and safely make mistakes. The Montessori teaching element has ensured that my son is independent, respectful and enquiring and it has helped him to be ready for his next step up to school. All the staff are lovely and nothing is too much trouble. I'd definitely recommend this nursery.
My son goes to nursery full time and he started in the baby room. The early years are crucial in his physical, mental, and behavioural development. Kings Castle have played a vital role in this. when he started in the baby room, his routine was followed as closely as possible, he enjoyed taking...
My son goes to nursery full time and he started in the baby room. The early years are crucial in his physical, mental, and behavioural development. Kings Castle have played a vital role in this. when he started in the baby room, his routine was followed as closely as possible, he enjoyed taking part in activities. I always had the feeling that the nursery staff really knew him well, like we knew him at home. We got lots of feedback daily. His transition to the toddler room was a challenging time for him because he was being taken out of his comfort zone. I worked closely with the management and staff to make sure we are reading all the signs and do everything that was needed. I got reassurance and feedback from staff when I needed. As a result, he settled in really well and now goes in dancing. He is a caring, courteous and helpful little boy, who loves to tidy up, says ta, opening doors, taking turns, sharing, rescuing bees... and Kings Castle have a major role to play in that.
I cannot recommend Kings Castle Montessory Nursery School highly enough. All the staff have been extremely supportive, loving and nurturing with my son throughout his time there. He has absolutely thrived in the environment. I am looking forward to my daughter starting at the setting soon as well.
I cannot recommend Kings Castle Montessory Nursery School highly enough. All the staff have been extremely supportive, loving and nurturing with my son throughout his time there. He has absolutely thrived in the environment. I am looking forward to my daughter starting at the setting soon as well.
Both of my children have attended Kings and I have been extremely happy with the care they have received. They have both thrived and made long lasting friendships and relationships with the staff. The variety of activities that they carry out with the children on a day to day basis is great and the...
Can’t recommend enough!
I couldn't fault the nursery, what a fantastic environment for children and the staff are amazing. My daughter has learned so much since she has been here and she absolutely loves going, she has so much fun. Learns so much she always comes out happy, couldn't be happier for all the help they have...
I couldn't fault the nursery, what a fantastic environment for children and the staff are amazing. My daughter has learned so much since she has been here and she absolutely loves going, she has so much fun. Learns so much she always comes out happy, couldn't be happier for all the help they have given to my daughter thank you all.
She always wants to go off and happily play each time I drop her off and the staff are so welcoming and very friendly. Everybody who works here always seems to be happy...
She always wants to go off and happily play each time I drop her off and the staff are so welcoming and very friendly. Everybody who works here always seems to be happy and interested in my little girl's weekend etc. They are so encouraging with getting them to put on their own shoes and coats on, do up zips and buttons and also doing things for themselves.
I’ve noticed a big change in such a small time and she really loves going to nursery. Definitely, recommend taking your child here, I am so pleased with this nursery!
Both our children love it there and have become creative happy individuals and are doing fantastically at school.
I cannot recommend King Castle More. The staff are lovely and treat each child with love and attention.
Both our children love it there and have become creative happy individuals and are doing fantastically at school.
I cannot recommend King Castle More. The staff are lovely and treat each child with love and attention.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School
- 29 Apr 2022Recipient: Saxonbury Road Ltd
- 28 May 2021Recipient: Saxonbury Road Ltd
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Meet the Team (4)

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...
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 has been at Kings Castle for 15 years and has progressed from a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to Toddler Room Supervisor and Deputy...
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 has been at Kings Castle for 11 years now and has progressed from working in the Pre-School as a Montessori Directress, to Room...
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 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...
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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