Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school

Aldersmead Road, Cator Park Pavillion, Beckenham BR3 1NA
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  • Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school, Beckenham
A warm and welcoming pre-school set in the heart of the lovely Cator Park, in Beckenham. The pre-school uses the Montessori teaching method, which is based on a deep respect for children as unique individuals.

They are one of only 50 other pre-schools in the country to have successfully completed the accreditation three times in a row. Children are free to choose, explore and enjoy learning experiences in the nursery's outdoor and indoor classrooms. This method has shown to help foster independence, confidence, a sense of pride in their achievements and positive self-esteem from an early age.

Teachers are passionate about the nursery's mission to create inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder for little ones to grow and thrive in. Each small class has a dedicated teacher to meet the teaching and learning needs for the specific age.

With access to the park and lots of outdoor adventure space, the children’s days are filled with unique moments and opportunities to enrich their development. At Cator Park, they create meaningful relationships with every parent so you will never miss an opportunity to share in the joy of your child’s developmental and learning moments.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Assunta Costantini (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 9

Total Places for Children

  • 46

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:30-17:00
    Tuesday 08:30-17:00
    Wednesday 08:30-17:00
    Thursday 08:30-17:00
    Friday 08:30-17:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school Reviews (39)

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Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.878) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school has 39 reviews.

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Review from Rebecca F (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fabulous nursery. The director is wonderful and she is so thoughtful and accommodating. My son has developed a strong and positive bond with the staff, and their updates on his progress are extremely detailed and thoughtful. I am so grateful to have found this nursery. Most of the parents
have joined following disappointing experiences at other nurseries, and are extremely happy with this nursery. You're lucky if you get a place here!
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We're truly delighted to hear how positively your son has bonded with our team and how much you value the detailed updates on his progress. It…read more
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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cator Park is a lovely space with welcoming staff and well-thought-out activities for the children to enjoy. The outdoor space is limited but they make the most of it and the backdrop of the park is beautiful. I think many children appreciate the smaller, calm space.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. We love being able to care for all our little ones and to provide them with a home-from-home environment. Thank you for being a part of our Kindred family here at Cator…read more
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The director of the nursery is so lovely. She's been so accommodating and caring towards our son, whose now so happily settled. You can tell that the staff really care about each individual child and regular updates are given in person and on the app.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. It is wonderful to hear that your son is well-settled with his Kindred family. Thank you all for being a part of that.
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Review from Laura D (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We feel so fortunate to have had both our kids at Cator Park Montessori Pre-School. It's been such a wonderfully nurturing environment where they've both thrived and been genuinely happy to go in every day. The staff are amazing- so kind, attentive, and truly dedicated to creating a positive experience
for every child. And being right in the heart of such a beautiful park makes it even more special. We've especially loved the variety of activities the nursery offers, from yoga and Spanish classes to science and sports. It's been incredible to see our kids enjoy and learn from such a diverse range of experiences. Thank you, Cator Park Montessori, for everything you've done for our family!
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and for being a part of our Kindred family here at Cator Park with both of your children. We strongly believe in being able to offer all our children as many moments of…read more
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Review from C F (Father of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our children have come through Cator Park Montessori and have loved every moment. The staff are brilliant and the kids' development is great also. Highly recommend the nursery who take great pride in their jobs.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation and for being a part of our Kindred Cator Park family. We love what we do, and we're so pleased you do, too.
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Review from I B (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My two-year-old son loves his time at this nursery. It's a great setting in the park and the kids can spend lots of time outdoors. The activities, like cooking and science experiments, have really engaged our son fostering his curiosity and development. The staff are all very friendly and our son often
talks about them outside of nursery showing what a great relationship he has with the staff.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. We love both our nursery and setting and think we're so lucky to be based in Cator Park. It's our mission at Kindred to help all our little ones grow and thrive through…read more
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Review from C K (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school is in a great setting for the kids in the local park. Our daughter has been attending for just over a year and you can see the team has really helped build her confidence and understanding.
Communication with the nursery team is very efficient and they are
helpful with last minute changes when they come along and show a good level of flexibility. Overall this nursery has been a positive experience for our daughter and us and we look forward to sending our next child there when he's old enough.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. Communication with our families is paramount as you know your little ones the best. Being able to share all aspects of your child's whilst with us is so important and…read more
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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't speak highly enough of the team at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school. The manager and staff are nurturing, caring and child centred. My daughter's keyworker consistently spends time with our daughter and thinks about her emotional and intellectual development and provides relevant and
interesting activities which she enjoys and is appropriately challenged by.
The preschool employs a range of external facilitators for extra activities including Spanish and sports. This week they put on a carol performance and the children were all very engaged with learning the songs. You can tell the staff in my daughter's class love their job and are committed to the children and are very well supported by excellent leadership.
Our daughter is happy here and is thriving. I could not recommend the preschool more highly.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. We care for all our little ones as if they were our own and we love to help them grow and thrive through all the activities we put together for them…read more
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Review from Amy H (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend Cator Park Pre-school. My son attended for almost 2 years. He was always excited to go and would happily chat about his day. The teachers and manager are supportive, nurturing and always happy to help. He really flourished under their care. I always knew he would be safe, well
cared for and have well planned and stimulating activities.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. It's a privilege to have been a part of your son's early year education. It is so nice to hear that he was happy to come in and join his Kindred…read more
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Review from Za Z (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing pre-school! My son started in January and we can see a difference (compared to an old nursery). He is always learning. Different activities and the staff really care which makes a huge difference.
My son used to be a bit on the shy side but not anymore with Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school!
Really feel part of the team and made so many friends.
I wish we found the place sooner.
Definitely recommend it.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. We love what we do and we're so pleased you do too and can see this in the care we provide for your children. It's our mission to help all our little…read more
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Review from Nicola F (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kindred Cator Park is such a productive environment for our daughter whilst also providing love, safety, care and friendship. It is the perfect stepping stone to reception, and our daughter is thriving, learning new skills every day. She has formed a wonderful friendship group, and we see such development
each week. Wonderful.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review.
It's a pleasure to have your daughter in our care at Kindred Cator Park and to be part of our Kindred family. We strive to provide all our little ones with the…read more
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Review from S F (Father of Child) published on 8 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn’t be happier to choose Cator Park Montessori Pre-school for the childcare setting of our two kids. The staff are caring, dedicated and highly qualified, and our kids have been happy there since day one. It’s a nurturing environment that helps our kids grow in confidence and independence whilst
fostering curiosity and fun.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you so much for your kind review.
We are so pleased that both of your children are happy in our care at Kindred Cator Park. All our teachers are passionate about all our children and providing…read more
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fabulous nursery setting. Wonderful, caring, gentle staff who have an interest in each child as an individual, and they offer a genuine Montessori setting (most nurseries we viewed only had one Montessori practitioner). It's fairly small, which is great for my child, who had never been away
from family, as I was worried he would find it overwhelming.
My only small quibble is you have to provide your own packed lunch, but that is a minor inconvenience.
I highly recommend this nursery and can't wait to watch my son's progression as he grows.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review.
All our teachers at Kindred Cator Park are passionate about their Montessori care. We strive to help our children create moments of awe and wonder so that they can…read more
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Review from Iri P (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The pre-school is a nurturing place and my son is loving his time there. The curriculum is well structured based on the Montessori principles. The staff are extremely caring and competent. It's a happy place and is very well managed.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. All the teachers at Cator Park will be so pleased to read that you and your son are happy within our Kindred family. Our Montessori approach means that our little ones…read more
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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kindred Cator Park Montessori is a fantastic preschool and I highly recommend it. My son thoroughly enjoys his sessions here. He always have a big smile on his face when he sees the gate. He has gained so much confidence whilst at this preschool. Staff here genuinely care for the children and ensure
that each child’s individual needs are fully met. They go above and beyond when offering support.


Kindred Cator Park Preschool is very charming and fun place for kids from two years until reception. The staff are lovely and caring. It is a small preschool which feels like home. It is close to a beautiful open land where children can explore. The children are also all lovely. I highly recommend this place if you want your child to part of a small but great preschool.
Keep up the good work!

Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. We are so pleased that your son is happy and settled with us. At Kindred we do see ourselves as that home from home for your little ones and they are…read more
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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since the current manager has taken over as manager of Cator Park he has brought it back to being the wonderful Montessori Pre-School that it was known for. The staff in our class are truly wonderful, my daughter loves going in every morning and is welcomed with a warm smile.


For me, I choose Cator

Park because of its Montessori principles and I'm so pleased that the manager is now at the helm with a strong team of qualified and loving Montessori teachers. Communication each week is fantastic letting us know what all the children have been up to.


The children are encouraged to independently learn, play, and ask questions, giving them a great start in life before big school and encouraging that desire to learn.

Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for your kind review. All our teachers at Kindred Cator Park have a deep respect for all our children as unique individuals and we are so pleased that you agree. By creating as many moments…read more
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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am blown away by the dedication and care of the staff at Cator Park pre-school. My daughter has become a part of the family there. She always talks about her teachers in such a fond way. She even says when she grows up she wants to be a teacher now! It’s amazing that she is taking part in yoga, Spanish
lessons and sporty stars. We’ve seen her soar to new heights with her communication, motor skills and creativity. We couldn’t be happier!
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. The team at Cator Park are all so pleased your daughter feels such a part of our Kindred family. It's amazing to hear of all the…read more
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Review from Verity S (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing, I cannot recommend highly enough.


My daughter, who is 2, started when she was 2 years and 2 months. The staff are extremely caring, supportive and professional.


The activities are varied and educational.

Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We are so pleased your daughter is happy at Cator Park with our teachers and they look forward to creating many more moments of awe and wonder with…read more
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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves this Montessori. The staff are so caring and made my daughter feel accepted and welcome from her first day. They have taught her so much and always send lovely pictures of what she has been learning that week. I am sure her recent development has been down to the child-centred
care she receives.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your lovely review. The team at Cator Park are so pleased your daughter is so happy in our care. They love making moments of awe and wonder with all the…read more
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Review from Danilo P (Father of Child) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since day one our little one found a great environment. He settled immediately and he was able to build strong relationships with all the children and teachers, which are all very knowledgeable and kind. Also, the place is nice and cosy and it is located inside the beautiful Cator Park which makes the
ideal space for children to grow safely, far from busy roads and with plenty of nature to discover. Thanks to a great variety of activities and children sized events our little one has been growing at lightning speed both mentally and physically, meaning the learnings are having a great impact on his development. Last but not least, our son every morning is happy to go to the nursery, which is something we value a lot. We are very pleased with the school and definitely recommend it.
Reply from Niki McCormick, Marketing Admin at Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review. We are so pleased that your son is happy to attend. Our teachers are amazing and they love to envelope all the children into our Kindred…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.878)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.878) out of 10 for Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.878 for Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school is calculated as follows: ( (134 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 148 Ratings = 4.878
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school is based on 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 46 number of registered child places is 9.2, which has been reached with 13 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Assunta Costantini

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school

What is the Age Range of Children that Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school accepts?

Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school Open?

Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school is open: Monday 08:30-17:00, Tuesday 08:30-17:00, Wednesday 08:30-17:00, Thursday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:30-17:00.

How many Children does Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school have capacity for?

Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school has capacity for a total of 46 Children.

How far is Kindred Cator Park Montessori Pre-school to the centre of Beckenham?

0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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