The Montessori Nursery and Primary School

17/09/2026

Solving a complex puzzle isn't just a quiet activity.

It builds:

🧠 Strategic thinking and logic
⏳ Extended focus and stamina
🕊️ Independent self-correction
😊 Real confidence when it clicks
🌱 Resilience through trial and error

Montessori learning in action! 🌿

16/09/2026

The Montessori Nursery x Nursery and School Guide Edinburgh & Lothians 🎙️

Trish Thornton, Principal of The Montessori Nursery and School, recently featured on the Nursery and School Guide Edinburgh & Lothians podcast to share her journey into Montessori education - a passion that began while traveling in South East Asia and training from a small wooden hut!

From writing essays in a remote village to leading our school for over a decade, Trish’s vision has always been centred on true child-led learning; developing a child's inner confidence for their future wellbeing and to instill a love of learning for life. In the episode, she dives into:

✨ Multi-age mentoring: How younger and older children inspire and support one another

✨ Child-led independence: How weekly planning meetings and 3-hour work cycles help pupils guide their learning at their pace

✨ Real-life skills: From planning and managing their own local outings, to being part of choosing PE (including Skateboarding!), and art sessions

✨ Kindness & community: How guidelines like "gentle hands" and teaching conflict resolutions skills from age 3, build deep empathy and acceptance.

You can listen to the full episode by searching for School Guide Edinburgh, The Montessori Nursery & School - Trish Thornton

🔗 https://www.nurseryandschoolguide.co.uk/podcast

11/09/2026

A community worth travelling for 🚗

At The Montessori Nursery, we have had families travel from far and wide to be a part of our community. From Fife and North Berwick, to families who reside in the city centre, we are lucky to have developed a warm, nurturing environment that is worth the commute!

Whether you are considering The Montessori Nursery or The Montessori School, we'll make sure that your whole family feels at home. Have any questions? Reach out to us today!

07/09/2026

Friendships in a Montessori environment look a little different 💛

In our mixed-age settings, older children naturally step up as gentle mentors whilst wee ones learn by observing their peers. During International Friends Month, we're celebrating the unique, multi-age bonds that form when children are given the space to learn, help, and grow alongside one another.

Watching these quiet acts of support and teamwork unfold every day is one of the greatest joys of our classrooms!

04/09/2026

Open day - The Montessori Primary School

Thinking about the right environment for your child? Come and discover the welcoming, multicultural community here at The Montessori Primary School 💛

At the Montessori School, 6-12 year old children work in small, mixed-age groups on a variety of projects which spark the imagination, engage the intellect, and develop their reasoning abilities. They learn through hands-on discovery with purposefully designed, inspiring materials. We honour each and every child’s individual pace and ability, and trust our students with real responsibilities and the freedom to choose their own work and activities, within clear limits, enabling them to thrive and develop their unique potential, as well as a love of learning for life.

Want to find out how our Montessori Primary School radically inspires children and facilitates a life long love of learning? Join us:
📆 September 26th
⏰ 2 pm - 4 pm

03/09/2026

Open day - The Montessori Nursery

Looking for the right early years experience for your child? 💫

Come along to our next open day and explore life at The Montessori Nursery!

Imagine a learning environment where your child is free to move, choose activities that excite them, and discover new concepts through experience rather than memorisation. That’s the heart of the Montessori teaching method. The ideal age to enrol a child in a Montessori school is between 2.5 and 6 years old. This is when children are most sensitive to the world around them and can benefit the most from the Montessori educational approach.

Come and explore an environment that facilitates real-life activities and child-led exploration both inside and out that support independence and inner belief (self-efficacy). Meet our dedicated team, tour our calm indoor and outdoor spaces, and see why families love being part of our warm, nurturing community.

Join us:
📆 September 26th
⏰ 10 am - 12 pm

29/08/2026

I hope you enjoy listening!
Come visit us and experience the amazing Montessori approach for yourself.

School Guide, Edinburgh : The Nursery and School Guide Edinburgh Magazine presents the School Guide Edinburgh Podcast — a series of in-depth conversations with leaders from Edinburgh's top independent schools. Helping parents navigate the breadth of school options across the Lothians and find the ...

28/08/2026

At The Montessori Nursery, our child-to-adult ratio is 1:5.

This means every child receives the individual attention, encouragement, and guidance they need to learn, grow, and thrive. It allows us to plan individually for each child and follow their specific interests, while creating a safe, nurturing environment where children feel confident to explore at their own pace.

Our dedicated team includes highly experienced, Montessori-trained professionals who hold university degrees alongside their Montessori diplomas and a wealth of life experience across our full staff. Every team member is committed to continually developing their knowledge through regular professional training, ensuring the very best learning experience for every child.

Want to learn more about The Montessori Nursery or The Montessori School? Get in touch with us today to arrange a visit or find out more!

27/08/2026

Looking for a calm, inspiring, and supportive primary school where your child can truly thrive and lead their own learning? 🌿✨

At The Montessori Primary School (Ages 6–12), every part of our day is designed to challenge and feed curious minds. Pupils don’t just attend - they take real ownership of their education, feeling happy, secure, and motivated every single day.

Alongside specialist Spanish, Art, PE, and Nature School, our personalised approach and weekly planning sessions give pupils the independence to set their own goals, master core subjects, and build the academic resilience needed for traditional high school.

Want to see how our primary classroom works in action? Book a personalised tour with us today! 💕🌱