Welcome to Rainbows Montessori Pre-School

Established in 1988

Children gathered closely together, lying on a colorful carpet, focused on a book or activity in the middle, with various books and decorations around, including a tablecloth with fruit and vegetable illustrations.

For Ages

2½ to 5 years

A warm, nurturing setting in the heart of the Church of the Good Shepherd community, where Montessori and the EYFS framework help children grow in confidence, independence and with a lifelong love of learning.

We are open Monday to Friday, 9am–12pm during term time, with optional Breakfast and Lunch Clubs available.

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Our Curriculum

A community for all

Based in the Hall of the Church of the Good Shepherd:

Spacious, bright, secure hall and outdoor area for all types of play.


Sheltered Queen’s Stand for activities no matter the weather.


Gardening, nature exploration and physical challenges.

Nurturing Curiousity

Montessori Ethos
Embedded alongside the EYFS framework to support your child.

Child-led Curiosity
We run activities that follow each child’s interests.

Careful Observation
We carefully monitor every child’s progress so we can give a space your child can grow in.

A young boy wearing a blue hat, blue vest, and striped t-shirt playing with a green toy drum outdoors on a sunny day.

Welcoming for all Families

Key Times
Mon–Fri, 9am–12pm in term time, with Breakfast and Lunch Clubs.

Funding
Funded places available for eligible families.

Key Worker for every child
A familiar key worker for every child, in an OFSTED-registered setting.

Parent Information

The foundation for a
lifetime of curiousity and learning.

What our Children and Families say

We are grateful for the continued support and trust from our families. Here is what our children and their parents have shared about their Rainbows experience.

Children playing at water table outdoors, wearing blue hats, pouring water into a large container.
Children playing at water table outdoors, wearing blue hats, pouring water into a large container.

  • "You are the most caring and skilled group of teachers we could have ever hoped for. You make every child feel totally special and unique.

    — Samuel & Family

  • "Your thoughtful and fun curriculum along with your kind and nurturing care has enabled our child to flourish. You are truly the pot of gold at the end of the Rainbow."

    — Esmé & Family

  • "Thank you for teaching me all the numbers, for staying with me when I cry, for teaching me how to sing 'God Save The King', and for letting Rainbow Bear come to sleepover. Thank you for growing up with me."

    — Mia

  • "You have been so caring and each day has been so varied and enriching. Clare, Catherine, Farah, Gina, Marie and Vera – you are all angels in disguise."

    — Sophia & Family

  • "Our child has truly come out of himself and grown in confidence since that first term with you. He loves attending Rainbows so much!"

    — Rupert & Family

Group of young children playing on a wooden indoor play structure with a slide, wearing blue aprons with their names on them.

We would love to meet you and your child. Get in touch to arrange a visit and see Rainbows for yourselves.

Come and meet us

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Fees and Funding
Group of children wearing blue hats and jackets playing outside in front of a brick building, some chasing bubbles and others gathering near the building entrance.