College Fields Montessori Nursery School

Calling all Early Years Practitioners!

College Fields Montessori Nursery School in Marlborough would like to invite you to our Summer term networking garden party.
We promise an evening of food, drink, relaxation and networking amongst friends in the early years industry.
PICNIC AND PIMMS

Thursday 23rd April 1830 - 2030
We would love to meet you all: Apprentices to Managers, Room Leaders to SENCos… It will be a lovely evening to catch up, ask questions and share ideas.
Please RSVP via [email protected]

We have free parking available
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From Marlborough High St – follow sign posts to Leisure centre. Turn right into College Fields rd. and we are first left.

What a fantastic visit from @worsleytraining thank you so much again for visiting and teaching us all these important skills 💙 #montessori #earlyyears #wiltshire #marlboroughwiltshire #mumsofmarlborough

A huge thank you to Marlborough Police for a brilliant visit at College Fields Montessori Nursery last week!

The Police Officers were so friendly and informative. They talked about their job and showed us their special equipment and even let everyone take a turn in the Police Car!

Thank you for coming Jason and Debs 💙

Take a look at some beautiful examples of Montessori practical life at our Marlborough based nursery 💙

Feel free to get in contact with any queries we are always happy to accommodate visits and love meeting new families

‘Thank you to Marlborough Fire Station for such a great morning at College Fields Montessori Nursery School. This term we have been learning all about our real life superheroes and what better way to embed understanding than seeing them up close, learning about their work, equipment and getting practical lessons. What an experience and memory for us all.’

New term is a time to encourage social skills and let friendships form. As Montessori guides we know when to step in to support and when to step back and observe. Our social time develops during free play and meal times where we model conversation skills, manners, taking turns and sharing.

Getting the garden ready for Autumn. At College Fields it’s all hands on deck to make our nursery environment a welcoming and happy place to be… Giving a child real responsibilities is key to our Montessori ethos and is paramount for developing mindfulness, self worth, confidence and independence.

In the Montessori philosophy, we believe that children internalise lessons most deeply when the motivation comes from within. Rather than relying on external rewards or punishments, we guide children to develop intrinsic motivation—choosing what is right because it feels right, not out of fear or the hope of praise.

Montessori education is grounded in respect for the child as a capable, thoughtful human being. We don’t seek blind obedience but rather authentic understanding, empathy, and self-direction.

This approach is not permissive—it involves clear boundaries, guided with consistency and compassion. My team of qualified and experienced Teachers will help children recognise the natural consequences of their actions, encouraging reflection rather than imposing artificial penalties. When a material is broken, the child is not shamed—they are supported in understanding what happened and how to make it right. Learning emerges from experience, not guilt.

Montessori classrooms are rooted in mutual respect, emotional connection, and clear expectations. Freedom is always paired with responsibility; children are free to explore and choose within limits that protect the community and the environment.

Conflict resolution is a key component of discipline. Rather than using punishment to control behaviour, we support children in resolving disagreements through peaceful dialogue. Children are given the tools and language to express their needs, listen to others, and find collaborative solutions. The adult acts as a calm mediator, helping children learn to repair relationships and restore harmony.

The environment itself teaches order, logic, and care. Children thrive in spaces that are purposeful and predictable. The structure provides security, while the freedom allows for genuine growth.

In Montessori classrooms, discipline isn’t something done to a child—it’s something cultivated within the child. We see children revisit work not to earn a gold star, but because they are proud of their progress. They learn to say “I’m sorry” and truly mean it. They see mistakes as opportunities, not failure, building resilience, confidence, and a deep love of learning.

Educating without rewards or punishment does not mean a lack of guidance, it means trusting the child, walking beside them, and helping them develop the internal tools they’ll carry for life. This kind of education doesn’t just change how children learn, it changes who they become.

When children are educated with respect, they grow into empathetic, independent, and conscious human beings, ready to engage with the world with curiosity, confidence, and compassion.