Little Ashtead Montessori

04/01/2026

10/10/2025

At 4 months, even simple shapes spark concentration. Black and white books invite deep focus, the Montessori way. ✨

08/10/2025

So lovely to see the older children helping the younger children with their shoes. Empowering older children to help with shoes builds responsibility, confidence, and care for others—one small step at a time.

27/09/2025

A beautiful day with these beautiful ladies - spent sipping tea, eating some gorgeous food and chatting all things Montessori. So joyful to be with you all and spend time in Vandana’s wonderful setting

Thank you Caroline for the very sweet 3 part card pouch and .explorers for sharing your language activities and the very awesome books from (looking forward to getting some of these for Mimosa) Plus Aaliyah and Ana for your insights and reflections on our practice given the world we live in today.

Spending time with these friends is always so nourishing for me as a person and as a montessorian…..Let’s not leave it so long next time 🫶 Xx

26/09/2025

✨ “In Montessori, we prepare the hand before the pencil. From practical life to sensorial materials, every activity builds the strength, coordination, and focus a child needs to write with joy and confidence.” ✨

16/09/2025

🌱 Introducing our Montessori Baby Playgroup in Ashtead
From birth, babies are eager to explore and learn. Our small, nurturing group is designed to:
✨ Support your baby’s natural development
✨ Provide sensory-rich Montessori activities
✨ Create a calm, welcoming space for parents
Tuesdays | 10–11am
For babies birth–9 months
Ashtead
Spaces are limited — send us a DM to find out more or reserve your spot.

15/09/2025

A prepared environment gives children the freedom to choose, explore, and develop independence at their own pace. Even something as simple as a low bookshelf invites a child to take ownership of their learning — selecting a story that sparks curiosity. 🌱
At Little Ashtead Montessori, we design every space to feel calm, ordered, and welcoming — so children flourish in their independence.
✨ What’s your child’s favourite book to read again and again?

11/09/2025

Montessori materials are more than just beautiful objects — they are tools for discovery.
When a child works with sensorial materials like the Pink Tower, they are:
🔹 Refining coordination and concentration
🔹 Building an understanding of size, order, and comparison
🔹 Developing the foundation for later maths and problem-solving
At Little Ashtead Montessori, every material is carefully chosen to spark independence and a love of learning. 🌱
✨ Have you seen the Pink Tower before?

10/09/2025

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09/09/2025

🌿 Exploring nature is at the heart of Montessori learning.
When children spend time outdoors, they don’t just play — they discover, question, and connect with the world around them. Every leaf, stone, and sound becomes a moment of curiosity.
At Little Ashtead Montessori, we nurture this sense of wonder daily — encouraging children to explore at their own pace and build a lifelong love for nature. 🌱
✨ What’s your child’s favourite outdoor activity?