Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate is a welcoming and homely setting, located in the picturesque coastal town of Margate. The setting follows a Montessori approach to education, which prioritises the growth and development of each child, in a supportive and engaging space designed for them to learn and thrive.
The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, inspired by...
Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate is a welcoming and homely setting, located in the picturesque coastal town of Margate. The setting follows a Montessori approach to education, which prioritises the growth and development of each child, in a supportive and engaging space designed for them to learn and thrive.
The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, inspired by the Montessori approach, fostering meaningful connections between children and the world around them and helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.
Inside, the three rooms are thoughtfully designed and equipped with age-appropriate resources to support children's development. Outside, there is a large, secure garden that provides ample space for children to play, explore and learn, offering a sand and water play area, a climbing frame, trikes and open spaces to run around.
The youngest children begin their journey in the Lion Cubs Room on the ground floor, where their Key Carer follows their individual routines and plans fun activities for them to enjoy throughout the day. As they grow older, they progress to the Monkey's Room, where they are encouraged to make independent choices and select their own resources.
In the Tigers Room, Pre-School children develop school readiness skills and can participate in various extra-curricular activities such as rugby, football, dance and yoga to promote an active and healthy lifestyle.
Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.922) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate has 51 reviews.
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Review from Gia P (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We love this nursery! All the staff are amazing and friendly and look after our little Colby like one of their own. Updates have been great and very useful throughout. We feel always assured that our son is always safe, developing and having lots of fun.
We love this nursery! All the staff are amazing and friendly and look after our little Colby like one of their own. Updates have been great and very useful throughout. We feel always assured that our son is always safe, developing and having lots of fun.
↩Reply from Lisa Holloway, Reviews Team at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you so much, Gia! We're thrilled to hear that Colby is thriving in our warm and caring nursery.
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Review from Emma P (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Extremely happy with this nursery. My daughter has really came out of her shell since starting in December. She really has turned into a social butterfly. Her appetite and willingness has really improved which is amazing and super helpful. I love all the staff, everyone is so friendly and really...
Extremely happy with this nursery. My daughter has really came out of her shell since starting in December. She really has turned into a social butterfly. Her appetite and willingness has really improved which is amazing and super helpful. I love all the staff, everyone is so friendly and really care about all of the children.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you for your wonderful review, Emma. We are so pleased to hear that your daughter has grown in confidence and become such a social butterfly since joining us. It's fantastic to know that her appetite and willingness to try new things have improved too. Your kind words about our team mean a lot, and we are grateful to be part of her learning and development journey.
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Review from Hannah P (Mother of Child) published on 9 June 2026 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our has been at this nursery for the last 2 years and has enjoyed every minute of it. The staff are so friendly and warm and really make the nursery experience for our son. We honestly couldn't be happier with this nursery and have even recommended it to an friends. I know our son will miss it so...
Our has been at this nursery for the last 2 years and has enjoyed every minute of it. The staff are so friendly and warm and really make the nursery experience for our son. We honestly couldn't be happier with this nursery and have even recommended it to an friends. I know our son will miss it so much when he starts school but will have such fond memories of this place. We have the staff to thank for that.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you for your wonderful review, Hannah.
We are delighted to hear that your son has enjoyed his time with us and that our team has helped make his nursery experience such a positive and memorable one. Building strong, caring relationships with the children and their families is at the heart of...
Thank you for your wonderful review, Hannah. We are delighted to hear that your son has enjoyed his time with us and that our team has helped make his nursery experience such a positive and memorable one. Building strong, caring relationships with the children and their families is at the heart of everything we do, so your kind words mean a great deal to us.
It is good to hear that you have recommended us to your friends. There is no greater compliment than knowing families trust us enough to do so. Thank you again for your support and trust. We wish your son every success and happiness as he starts school.
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Review from Gemma S (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My little girl is thriving at the nursery thanks to the girls in lion cubs room ! She is soon to be moving up and I know she will grow even more once in the monkey room ! Her little sister starts later in the year and I can't wait to watch her love nursery as much as her sister ! Nothing is ever to...
My little girl is thriving at the nursery thanks to the girls in lion cubs room ! She is soon to be moving up and I know she will grow even more once in the monkey room ! Her little sister starts later in the year and I can't wait to watch her love nursery as much as her sister ! Nothing is ever to much trouble thanks to everyone at the nursery.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
We are delighted to read that your daughter is thriving at our nursery. The team will be pleased to know that their care and support have made such a positive difference. We look forward to welcoming your younger daughter later in the year!
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Review from M F (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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We started our daughter at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate after removing her from a different nursery. They were very accommodating and made the process very fast and easy. Our daughter settled in very easily, the staff have been amazing and really good to her.
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We started our daughter at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate after removing her from a different nursery. They were very accommodating and made the process very fast and easy. Our daughter settled in very easily, the staff have been amazing and really good to her. The updates you get on the Parent App are so frequent and thorough. The food the children get is very good and nutritional as well. They have special activities and plenty of outside time too.
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↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
We are delighted to read that your daughter settled in so well and that you have found the care from our team and the updates on the parent app so helpful. It is also lovely to know that you are pleased with the nutritious meals and the range of activities we provide at our setting.
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Our child loves being at nursery and we are very happy that we chose Townsend. The staff are kind, attentive and warm-hearted and our child is very well cared for. We would definitely recommend the Lion Cubs room!
Our child loves being at nursery and we are very happy that we chose Townsend. The staff are kind, attentive and warm-hearted and our child is very well cared for. We would definitely recommend the Lion Cubs room!
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
We are so pleased to read that your child loves nursery and that you feel well supported. The team will be delighted to read your recommendation. Thank you!
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Review from Steph R (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website•
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A wonderful nursery with supportive staff and a friendly atmosphere. Children are encouraged with independence yet nurtured appropriately to regulate emotions when leaving their main care giver.
Clean, bright environments with constant updates and continuous new resources.
A wonderful nursery with supportive staff and a friendly atmosphere. Children are encouraged with independence yet nurtured appropriately to regulate emotions when leaving their main care giver.
Clean, bright environments with constant updates and continuous new resources.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you for your review. The team will be delighted to read how you appreciate them and our nurturing environment, which focuses on children's independence.
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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2025 Submitted via Website•
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We absolutely love this nursery, we have been there for just over a year now they have been so warm and welcome from the start and have consistently provided excellent care for my child helping him develop in the way he needs. They really care!
We absolutely love this nursery, we have been there for just over a year now they have been so warm and welcome from the start and have consistently provided excellent care for my child helping him develop in the way he needs. They really care!
↩Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear how welcome you've felt from the start and that your little one has been so well supported in his development - the team will be so happy to know their care means so much.
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Review from Zara D (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Since my son has been at nursery, he has come on so far. The team at Margate are all so wonderful, kind and have been really supportive. They made us feel so at ease leaving him at nursery and they give updates during the day when they can. It is so reassuring knowing he has such caring nursery...
Since my son has been at nursery, he has come on so far. The team at Margate are all so wonderful, kind and have been really supportive. They made us feel so at ease leaving him at nursery and they give updates during the day when they can. It is so reassuring knowing he has such caring nursery workers. His key person is fantastic and we love seeing him comfortable with her. Equally all the team are wonderful and we are so happy we chose this nursery.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
We are so pleased your son has settled so well and that you feel supported by the whole team. It is wonderful to see his bond with his key person and his progress during his time with us. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.
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Review from Molly M (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our son is so well looked after - We couldn't be happier. Every time we leave him, he's very pleased to see all the ladies and his little friends. Seeing how he has developed makes us very happy, and we are reassured that he is well taken care of. We will be sad when he leaves Lion Cubs, as we've...
Our son is so well looked after - We couldn't be happier. Every time we leave him, he's very pleased to see all the ladies and his little friends. Seeing how he has developed makes us very happy, and we are reassured that he is well taken care of. We will be sad when he leaves Lion Cubs, as we've all come to love it so much!!
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Our goal is to create a place where children feel safe, loved, and excited to learn and play, so it is wonderful to read about how happy and settled your little one is. We really appreciate the trust you've placed in us. When the time comes for him to move on, we will be just as sad to say goodbye, but we are so proud to have been part of his early years journey.
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Review from D J (Father of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I would recommend this nursery to anyone. The staff are kind, friendly and management take the time to listen to us as parents and my daughter has built some lovely friendships that I hope will last.
I would recommend this nursery to anyone. The staff are kind, friendly and management take the time to listen to us as parents and my daughter has built some lovely friendships that I hope will last.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you so much for recommending us. We're really pleased your daughter is building such lovely friendships and that you feel supported by the team.
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Review from Doireann R (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I cannot rate Townsend Montessori Margate highly enough! The staff have been incredibly welcoming to my son and I. They are always friendly, enthusiastic and caring. My little boy is absolutely thriving here with the excellent range of activities and games and the lovely outdoor space. There is...
I cannot rate Townsend Montessori Margate highly enough! The staff have been incredibly welcoming to my son and I. They are always friendly, enthusiastic and caring. My little boy is absolutely thriving here with the excellent range of activities and games and the lovely outdoor space. There is always something different and exciting to stimulate the children. Communication is very smooth via the app and I get a clear view of how much my son has eaten which is very helpful. I know already that my two year old will not want to leave when it's time for school.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is lovely to read how welcome your family has felt and that the dedication from the team in the care and education they provide is paying dividends. Communication is so important, and it is great to know that the app is supporting you to keep updated on both daily updates and important milestones.
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Review from N D (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Fantastic experience at Townsend Margare. So pleased to send our daughter here. Excellent level of learning & support given by staff.
Fantastic experience at Townsend Margare. So pleased to send our daughter here. Excellent level of learning & support given by staff.
↩Reply from Hannah, Marketing Business Partner at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear your daughter is having a great experience and truly appreciate your support.
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Review from K E (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My daughter has attended nursery since she was 6 months old and has progressed from each room developing well in all areas of development. Staff are so kind and caring and take a lot of time to deal with some additional needs - big thank you to the staff in the Tigers room for their patience.
My daughter has attended nursery since she was 6 months old and has progressed from each room developing well in all areas of development. Staff are so kind and caring and take a lot of time to deal with some additional needs - big thank you to the staff in the Tigers room for their patience.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
The team will be so proud to read your review and know that the time they take to get to know and support each child individually is having a positive impact on your family. Thank you for reviewing our setting.
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Review from Michael R (Father of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My son joined the nursery from 9 months and has enjoyed it ever since. The staff have been very attentive and always keep him busy with plenty of interesting activities, both inside and out, that I would simply struggle to find the time (and imagination) to come up with at home. I value the time...
My son joined the nursery from 9 months and has enjoyed it ever since. The staff have been very attentive and always keep him busy with plenty of interesting activities, both inside and out, that I would simply struggle to find the time (and imagination) to come up with at home. I value the time that the staff have at the end of the day to give me a breakdown of what he's done and answer any questions I have. The app provides us with comfort and a sense of security with regular updates throughout his time there. I found the PDF explanation of the fees and funding a little confusing at first but regular exchanges with the admin staff we managed to work through it.
Have spoken highly of the nursery to other parents and will continue to recommend going forward.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you so much for your feedback. We're happy to read that your son is enjoying the enriching activities we provide. Communication is so important when you are away from your little one so that you feel secure and reassured, and we love to share what we've been up to and important milestones. Thank you for being so patient with the complexities of fees and funding; we're always here to assist.
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Review from Millie K (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website•
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This is the best nursery and I am so glad that I have put my little boy in here friendly staff all round I highly recommend this nursery to anyone that has a child, thank you for being such an amazing nursery
This is the best nursery and I am so glad that I have put my little boy in here friendly staff all round I highly recommend this nursery to anyone that has a child, thank you for being such an amazing nursery
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
Thank you for recommending our nursery. We are so pleased you are happy with the care and education we provide to your son.
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Since my girl has been at the nursery she is coming on great. All the staff are so Pleasant and nurturing. She has fitted in so well there and the staff always know how to deal with whatever she wants or needs, I love the fact that she goes to this nursery and couldn't have found a better place...
Since my girl has been at the nursery she is coming on great. All the staff are so Pleasant and nurturing. She has fitted in so well there and the staff always know how to deal with whatever she wants or needs, I love the fact that she goes to this nursery and couldn't have found a better place for her to go. We love the fact that they are always there to listen about everything and during handover they tell you everything that she has done that day which is greatly appreciated
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
We are delighted to read how well your daughter has developed in our care. Communication is key so that we are aligned and can support children together at home and nursery. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.
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Review from Ellie G (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My daughter has been going here since she was 9 months old. She absolutely loves it and has come on leaps and bounds since joining. They're always doing interesting activities and expanding their experiences. She is so sociable and engaged and has a real bond with the staff, who just seem to...
My daughter has been going here since she was 9 months old. She absolutely loves it and has come on leaps and bounds since joining. They're always doing interesting activities and expanding their experiences. She is so sociable and engaged and has a real bond with the staff, who just seem to genuinely adore her and care about her development and her future. They encourage her to be independent and fully embrace her being loud and weird and expressive. If it takes a village, Townsend are our village.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
This is such a delightful review to read; thank you so much. We are so pleased to know how much your daughter loves her time with us and is developing well in our care. The team are always happy to care for and support each child and their uniqueness!
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2024 Submitted via Website•
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My 1 year old started in the baby room in September and since then his development has came on so much. He loves nursery and has a bond with all his teachers they always give a good handover and let me know how my son has been and what he has been doing throughout the day. Before my son started...
My 1 year old started in the baby room in September and since then his development has came on so much. He loves nursery and has a bond with all his teachers they always give a good handover and let me know how my son has been and what he has been doing throughout the day. Before my son started nursery he really struggle to separate from me but since starting nursery he's become so confident and will happily go into nursery and play.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
It is lovely to read how your little one is developing since joining our nursery. Thank you for sharing your experience of our setting.
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Review from E U (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Lovely nursery situated close to the town centre. Great experience so far. The staff is friendly and supportive in all situations that might occur. My little one loves the place and she can't wait for when she will be able to go again. The nursery is spacious with garden equipment for different age...
Lovely nursery situated close to the town centre. Great experience so far. The staff is friendly and supportive in all situations that might occur. My little one loves the place and she can't wait for when she will be able to go again. The nursery is spacious with garden equipment for different age groups. The reason why I chose this nursery was that it's very close to the school where I hope she will go and it's close to our home. Highly recommended, you will not regret it.
↩Reply from Angela Bailey, Head of Customer Experience at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
We are so pleased to read your little one is enjoying their time at nursery and you are happy with our provision. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
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Terri ElliotJob Title Nursery ManagerJoined 2008
Hi! I'm Terri, the Nursery Manager at Townsend Montessori Nursery Maidstone. I am also qualified for Advanced NVQ Level 3.
I am passionate about...
Hi! I'm Terri, the Nursery Manager at Townsend Montessori Nursery Maidstone. I am also qualified for Advanced NVQ Level 3.
I am passionate about giving children the best start in their early education by providing them with a fun and stimulating environment. This allows them to thrive in their abilities and ensures that they have access to enriching experiences to equip them with an understanding of the world around them. The whole team and I here at Margate reflect this passion and vision within the everyday practice to ensure the ethos is thoroughly embedded throughout the nursery and that all children and families are given the best experience during their time here.
We look forward to welcoming you to our nursery!
Frequently Asked Questions about Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate
What is the Age Range of Children that Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate accepts?
Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 11 months.
What Days & Hours is Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate Open?
How many Children does Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate have capacity for?
Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate has capacity for a total of 87 Children.
How far is Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate to the centre of Margate?
0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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