Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building)

Leviathan Way, Chatham ME4 4LL
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8.2 2 Reviews
  • Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building), Chatham
Welcome to Marina Montessori Nursery & Pre-School.

At Marina Montessori, they nurture each child’s natural curiosity and love of learning through the trusted principles of Montessori education. The newly opened nursery provides a calm and inspiring space - purpose-built to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth at every stage.

Designed with love and care, the environment sparks imagination, fosters independence, and builds confidence, helping every child thrive at their own pace.

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Toni OBrien (Manager)

Total Places for Children

  • 86

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) Reviews (2)

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Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) has a Review Score of 8.2 (8.241) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) has 2 reviews.

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Review from A T (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff at Marina Montessori are extremely welcoming, kind and passionate about caring for children. They have all helped my daughter to settle into nursery and also made me feel completely at ease with her starting knowing that she is being very well looked after.
The rooms are wonderfully
designed and have a huge range of wooden toys and activity's for the children.
Reply from Toni OBrien, Nursery manager at Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building)
Thank you for your thoughtful review. It means the world to our team to know that you feel confident and happy with the care your child receives. We're grateful for your trust and support.
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Review from Charlotte Y (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My almost 2 year old has been attending the nursery for a month now and I have been so so pleased with our experience. Firstly, the nursery setting itself is beautiful - lots of natural light, clean, smells lovely, considered layout and a gorgeous array of toys and books. I look forward to drop off
and collection as it's genuinely a nice environment to be in. Toni, Amy and Hannah have all been incredible, from the first show round to my most recent collection - always happy, always there to give a debrief on the days activities and I feel they actually care so much about the children and their engagement with them. The daily activities are thoughtful and my daughter has been full of beans every time I have collected her. The app that the team use to log everything is really easy to use and I feel informed but not bombarded with updates. I've been very pleasantly surprised at how well my daughter has settled here and I thank the team for all their efforts.
Reply from Toni OBrien, Nursery manager at Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building)
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you're so pleased with the care and support provided at our nursery.…read more
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Current Review Score: 8.2 (8.241)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.2 (8.241) out of 10 for Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 2 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.2 out of 5 from 2 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 5.000 for Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) is calculated as follows: ( (24 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 24 Ratings = 5
  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 3.241 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) is based on 2 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 = 3.125
    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 86 number of registered child places is 17.2. 2 Positive Reviews ÷ 17.2 = 0.116
  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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Meet the Team (4)

Toni

Toni O'Brien

Job Title: Nursery Development Manager Joined: 2025

With over 30 years of experience in Early Years education and childcare, I am passionate about creating nurturing, stimulating, and safe environments where children can thrive. Throughout my career, I have worked within a nursery setting for 23 years, as well as childminding, developing strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of child development.


I believe in supporting both children and staff to reach their full potential, fostering a culture of care, creativity, and continuous learning. My approach combines hands-on experience with a commitment to best practice, ensuring that every child receives the highest standard of early education and support during their formative years.

Amy

Amy Taylor

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2025

With 16 years of experience in Early Years education, I am dedicated to creating a caring, inspiring, and supportive environment where every child can flourish. I have worked across different nursery settings, gaining a deep understanding of child development and the importance of providing rich learning opportunities through play.


As Deputy Manager, I take pride in supporting both children and staff, working closely with the team to ensure high-quality care and education. I am passionate about building strong relationships with families, helping to give children the best possible start in life.

Hannah

Hannah Mulholland

Job Title: Senior lead/room leader Joined: 2025

With 7 years of experience in Early Years, I am dedicated to creating a warm, safe, and fun environment where children feel happy and supported. Having previously been a Room Leader, I have enjoyed helping children grow in confidence, learn new skills, and develop their curiosity through play.


I enjoy supporting the management team while continuing to work hands-on with children and staff. I am committed to helping every child feel valued, confident, and ready for their next steps in learning.

Emily

Emily wills

Job Title: Level 3/Room Leader Joined: 2025

I’ve been working in childcare for seven years. During that time, I’ve had the joy of supporting children of all ages and helping them grow, learn, and feel confident in their abilities.


I’m passionate about creating a warm, safe, and engaging environment where every child feels welcomed and encouraged. I love fostering creativity, building strong relationships with families, and watching children reach important milestones.


I take pride in being dependable, positive, and attentive, and I strive to make each day meaningful and fun for the children in my care. I’m excited to continue growing in this field and to be part of a team that values quality care and genuine connection.

Frequently Asked Questions about Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building)

What Days & Hours is Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) Open?

Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) have capacity for?

Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) has capacity for a total of 86 Children.

How far is Marina Montessorri (within Gymfinity building) to the centre of Chatham?

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

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