The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

8-10 Vale Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1BP
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The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School is registered with Ofsted and offers exceptional care and education for children from three months to five years old, available Monday to Friday. Conveniently located near Tunbridge Wells Train Station, it is an ideal choice for parents commuting to London and neighbouring areas.

The nursery's guiding ethos of Love, Care, and Nurture focuses on each child's individuality and unique familial backgrounds. The Green Cave Nursery employs a diverse educational approach, embracing methods such as Montessori, Yoga, Football, and Forest School activities, all conducted by qualified teachers. Children have the opportunity to embark on daily explorations of the Forest and enjoy the diverse wildlife inhabiting the picturesque Kent countryside. The Baby Room has wooden cots to promote restful and peaceful sleep for their youngest of learners and the Two Year Old Room includes a specialised sensory area designed for assisting with emotional regulation and promoting relaxation.

The newly purpose build Montessori Pre-school opposite Tunbridge Wells Train Station is the only full day Montessori Pre-School in Tunbridge Wells. The Green Cave have employed highly experienced Montessori Teachers and Early Years Educators to teach the three to four year old children, preparing them for primary school and enabling them to be amazing individuals. The Green Cave Montessori ethos is about ‘Freedom of Choice’ within a unique prepared environment, independent learning with in an aesthetically beautiful Pre-School.

The Green Cave family prides itself on being internationally inclusive, with both staff and children fostering language skills through engaging songs and interactive games. This Nursery and Montessori Pre-School is perfect for parents seeking a nurturing environment with a family feel!

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Care Provided by The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Denes Gal
  • Person in charge
  • Tracy Watkins (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Total Places for Children
  • 115
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • 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
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & between Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees Guide for The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

  • As per the fee sheet.
    Government funding is accepted and stretched over the year
    Fees are worked out over 51 weeks of the year and divided into 12 equal monthly instalments

  • Standard day is 8am-6pm
    Early Drop off (7:30-8am) and Late Pick up (6-6:30pm) are available at an extra charge
    Sibling/Multiday discounts available
  • Parking

  • They do not have parking of their own however Torrington Car Park and Great Hall Car Park are close by.


The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School Reviews (108)

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The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School has a Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School has 108 reviews.

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Review from Andrea C (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love this nursery because they take my concerns with respect and are very good at understanding the parent and the children. They are loving towards the babies and they teach them sign language, yoga and stuff I'd never be able to.

Reply from TracyWatkins, Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you for your lovely review. Respect, love and nurture is so important.


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Review from T F (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend The Green Cave Nursery highly enough! The care and dedication they show to the children are truly outstanding. From the moment I drop my daughter in, you can feel the warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes both myself and my daughter feel at ease. The staff at Green Cave Nursery
are exceptional-caring, professional, and always going the extra mile to ensure my daughter feels safe, happy, and engaged. Their patience and enthusiasm shine through in everything they do, from creative activities to nurturing emotional growth. It's clear that they are passionate about providing the best possible start for every child. The nursery environment is both stimulating and comforting, with plenty of opportunities for learning through play. The staff take great care in fostering my daughter's development, helping her build confidence, social skills, and a love for learning. As a parent, it is reassuring to know that you my daughter is in such capable and loving hands.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that you and your daughter feel so comfortable and happy at The Green Cave Nursery. Our team is dedicated to creating a warm and engaging environment for all the children, and it's heartening to know that their efforts are making a positive impact on your daughter's development. We look forward to continuing to support her growth and learning journey. Thank you for trusting us with her care!


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Review from Tuba S (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't express how thankful I am to the entire team at Green Cave Nursery, especially my baby's key person. As a parent of a 17-month-old with severe separation anxiety, I was worried about starting nursery. From the moment I shared my concerns with the manager, deputy manager and key person, they
offered amazing support and reassurance. Their meticulous attention to my baby's needs-what he eats, likes, and dislikes-put me at ease. My baby's key person has been exceptional. He cares for my baby like his own, with such warmth, compassion, and patience. His genuine kindness and ability to connect with children is heart-warming. I already feel confident my child will thrive under his care, as well as the care of the rest of the team, who I have yet to meet but know are excellent at what they do. For any parent considering a nursery, I highly recommend them. The staff are professional, and truly dedicated to each child's well-being. I'm confident that this is the perfect place for him to grow, learn, and flourish.

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Review from Adam W (Father of Child) published on 4 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are amazing with my son and the service that is provided by the nursery is second to none.
Of all the nurseries we looked at we definitely made the right choice.
My son has an amazing time with the team at Green Cave Nursery, thank you.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you for your lovely words. We are glad you feel the staff are amazing and that you feel you made the right choice!


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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the very start, Green Cave has been the perfect nursery. What a team! Our little girl is in their Caterpillars room. She is delighted to be at nursery and the staff is simply amazing. I see them out and about with their troupes of kiddies, exploring the local wildlife and entertainment, whilst
also being fed brilliant food. The team is so generous with their love, knowledge, energy and commitment, I can't believe we found this place. My child only attends once per week and yet has brought home new skills, from art to language, even sign language and music. And yoga!

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are glad that from your child only attending one day per week you can see how much she has developed. We are glad you feel our staff team are simply amazing full of love, knowledge, energy and commitment!


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Review from Kate J (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After a month in, I am confident that my son is safe, cared for and has a wonderful time! Being only 12 months old, he is eager to go and I never have any handover issues. He comes home fulfilled and happy, albeit very tired! The team are kind, knowledgeable and genuinely adore the kids. There are plenty
of activities to keep the babies engaged and learning, with lots of outdoor trips and experiences, which makes up for no garden. Very happy with our time at The Green Cave.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you Kate for your kind words, we are glad you can see how much your son is loved and nurtured here. We also love you can see how much we do get out in the local area!


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Review from C I (Father of Child) published on 17 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It's been a lovely experience for my son at Green Cave Nursery. My wife and I were a bit apprehensive about nurseries in general, hence we checked reviews online and Green Cave came out top. It has been a match made in heaven since my son started at Green Cave Nursery.
From the very welcoming and
caring staff to the various adventures that take place at the Nursery. He settled in nicely and easily due to the nurturing environment at the nursery. When at home, he is always excited to show stuff learnt from the nursery.
I totally love the routine outdoor events organised by the nursery and the photos from these events. I can attest that my son totally loves it there.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words. We are glad we have been able to reassure you from our welcoming and caring staff. We are also glad that you love how much we go outside and seeing what we get up to!


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Review from V W (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn't be happier with our choice of Green Cave for our little boy!
Now fully settled in, our son absolutely loves his days and definitely has some favourite people. He gets so excited when we get to drop off!
The staff are wonderful, very caring, friendly and attentive and seem to have a genuine
interest in our sons development.
The activities each day are varied and full of value, so we know he has a great time with a broad range of experiences. The photos are always appreciated too.
The management are brilliant too, great communication and is always happy to answer our queries.
It's been 5 months now and we honestly couldn't be happier! Thank you to all the team who look after our little one.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you for your very kind words, we are glad that you're very happy with our care and can tell our team are caring and wonderful.


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Review from Jonathan C (Father of Child) published on 17 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at the Green Cave in January and we are delighted with the choice that we made. The staff are really friendly, and I feel like they are truly invested in his development and well-being. I really like the fact that they take the kids out every day to explore and learn new things. I would
100% recommend.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you love that we go out every single day and that you feel our team are friendly and are invested in your child's development!


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Review from C P (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little one has attended Green Cave for six months now and we are so happy with our choice. He absolutely loves it there and the team are fantastic and very responsive. It is so reassuring to know he is happy and in safe hands every day. Our first nursery experience and we consider we've been very
fortunate!

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you so much for your lovely words. We are so happy that your child loves his time with us and you feel reassured as parents that he is happy and safe within our care!


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Review from Jocelyn W (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love Green Cave so much - my daughter is so happy there. The staff are all wonderful, they are happy and seem to love the children. The activities are varied and allow for lots of fresh air and exercise.
The food seems great and my daughter always goes in and comes home happy and chatty. They’ve
also been great at giving age-appropriate advice and support. I really recommend it!
No garden but they make up for it with lots of forest schools and walks.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you Jocelyn for your amazing review. We are so happy that your child is happy and you feel our staff are wonderful, especially at giving age-appropriate advice. We are glad you can see your child goes out every day to a variety of places including to Forest School as this is a big part of our ethos.


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Review from Nick W (Father of Child) published on 12 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really great staff. So many different activities they do. They’ve been especially excellent in dealing with allergies and making sure the kids are safe.
Our child finishes every day very happy having had a lovely day.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you Nick for a lovely review. We take allergies extremely seriously and ensure we have strong procedures in place to keep children from harm. We’re glad your child comes home happy every day from the different activities we do and our amazing team!


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Review from Jess B (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely adores it here. They are wonderful with the children and always do such fun activities. My son has learnt so many new skills since going there, including please and thank you in sign language! The staff there feel like part of our family and clearly adore my boy - I couldn’t be happier.

Reply from Gem Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you Jess for your lovely words. We are very much a big family here and love the children as our own. We’re glad your son adores his time with us and how much he has learnt during his time with us!


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Review from Shunhan C (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves going to Little Robins Day Nursery.
Was worried about his settling and changing from childminder to the nursery but it turned out I was overthinking! The staff gave great care of him as I can see him going there happily every time I drop him off. He seems to develop great bonding
as well with his main carers, which is really sweet to see.
I also love the outdoor learning activities Green Cave provides to the kids. I can see loads of fun indoor activities as well on the app (thanks to those that help capture those precious moments!)
All in all, we are really pleased with Green Cave! Thanks to those who work hard to provide a fun learning environment to the kids!

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Review from Ioana A (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From their exceptional care and nurturing environment to their forest school, The Green Cave Day Nursery is a haven for little explorers. The staff members are compassionate and go above and beyond to ensure each child feels safe, secure, and loved.
One of the standout features of the nursery is its
forest school program. As a nature enthusiast, I was thrilled to see their emphasis on outdoor learning and exploration. The nursery has a beautiful woodland area where children can immerse themselves in nature, learn about the environment, and develop a deep appreciation for the world around them. We are very grateful for everything The Green Cave Day Nursery has offered our child for the last few years!

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Review from Ciprian V (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff members are attentive, friendly and truly dedicated to fostering optimal child development. The nursery boasts a safe environment, filled with an array of engaging activities that keep my little one excited to learn. What sets this place apart is its forest school programme, where kids get
to explore nature and learn valuable life skills. I wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to any parent seeking a nurturing and enriching environment for their child, especially the forest school experience. It's truly a haven for little explorers!

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Review from Josie B (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has been fantastic and I am delighted with the care my daughter receives. I have been amazed how quickly her communication skills have improved in such a short space of time.
They offer unique opportunities for the children including Yoga and Soft Play sessions and have daily adventures
in the local parks and woodlands which my daughter absolutely loves!
The Green Cave staff are all extremely friendly and provide a welcoming and nurturing environment for the children. The communication between the nursery and parents is also fantastic and we are kept up to date with everything they do in the day. Highly Recommended.

Reply from Gemma Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you, Josie, for your kind words. We are glad your daughter loves our range of unique opportunities including yoga and softplay! We are glad you feel that our team are welcoming, nurturing and friendly!


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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at The Green Cave Day Nursery for almost a year and we couldn’t be happier with the care the staff provide. The team are genuinely kind, caring and enthusiastic and makes your child feel valued and welcomed. The activities on offer are varied and the staff keep in regular communication.
We’ve
been very happy with The Green Cave Day Nursery!

Reply from Gemma Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words. We are glad that you feel our team is genuinely kind, caring and enthusiastic as well as you feel there is regular communication between us and yourselves.


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Review from Jessica B (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been to this nursery for a long time now and they are excellent with all the children. They do lots of activities indoors and outdoors as well as water play and sensory. My daughter has got a condition and they are very good with her, they've helped her thrive a long way through all
of her difficulties. If I could keep her here I would but obviously, all children have to grow up and move on in life. I'm very pleased with all they have done for her.

Reply from Gemma Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you, Jessica, for your lovely words. We're glad your daughter has enjoyed her time spent with us and that you love our mix of indoor and outdoor activities.


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Review from Yanina F (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so pleased we found The Green Cave Day Nursery for our little one, we can't recommend it enough. Our daughter loves the place, the team is extremely warm, kind and so professional each one of them, most importantly they are all super happy and we can see that and it reflects in her wish every
morning to go to see them!
I like the fact my little one has a second language and speaks Spanish so she can keep hearing Spanish in the nursery with a few of the team and also the fact back home she is saying how much fun she had by being in the nursery make us all happy!
The activity that this nursery offers are outstanding!

Reply from Gemma Stewart, Deputy Manager at The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

Thank you, Yanina, for your lovely words. We're glad you feel that our staff are warm, kind and professional and that your little one loves coming to the nursery!


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.983)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10 for The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.983 for The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (294 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 299 Ratings = 4.983

  • b) 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School is based on 25 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 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 115 number of registered child places is 23, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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 (3)

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Tracy Watkins

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2016

Tracy has worked in childcare for over 30 years, she is a trained Montessori Teacher as well as having diplomas in Special Educational Needs, Art and Design and Reflexology. She has worked with children with additional needs and a variety of nurseries and schools of varying ages. With all her years of working in different nurseries, she knows exactly what differences an outstanding, loving nursery can make to a family’s life.


Tracy has an open-minded attitude to life; she has 4 children of her own and feels all families need an extra bit of love and support to help them with their young children. Tracy’s passion lies in her early years, exploring nature and having a love for art. She first started out at The Green Cave Day Nursery as a Montessori specialist Teacher and would come into the nursery weekly to provide Montessori sessions, during this time Tracy fell in love with the setting as she loved the calm, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Tracy has a passion for the outdoors, she has her own farm where in the past she looked after chickens and sheep. She encourages the children to go out to the forest every day to explore our amazing Kent countryside!


When Tracy is not at the desk you can often find her in one of the rooms extending the children’s learning through her love of the environment and singing about anything and everything!


Gem

Gem Stewart

Job Title: Deputy Manager & Lead SENCO

Joined: 2016

Gem has worked with children since 2015; she has a Level 3 Diploma in Early Years (Early Years Educator) and is a qualified Level 2 Swimming Teacher. Gem first came to The Green Cave Day Nursery in 2016 as part of her Early Years course. Upon completion of her course, she knew she wanted to work in a nursery that had a family atmosphere and joined the team in 2018. Gem's passion lies with babies encouraging our youngest children to walk, talk and giggle!


She is a fantastic photographer and manages our social media pages. Gem has a passion for natural wooden toys and researches their ethical process making sure they are in line with her beliefs.


Gem is also our Lead Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator. As part of this role, she monitors each child’s learning and development. Should you, she or the team have concerns about your child’s development then she will work with you to put support plans in place in order for each individual child to reach their full potential.


Jane

Jane Martin

Job Title: Deputy Montessori Pre-School Manager

Joined: 2024

Jane joined our Green Cave family in September 2024. Jane has worked in the Early Years for 24 years. She has an International Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy (Level 4) and Early Years Professional Status (Level 6). She has a wealth of experience having been a Manager of both a Day Nursery and a preschool in the past.


Jane is passionate about the Montessori methodology and practice, and how it broadens and enhances children’s learning and understanding, and she is delighted and excited to be bringing her knowledge and expertise to this new venture.
 
In her spare time, Jane is a keen cyclist, having cycled from London to Paris twice and most recently completed a bike ride along the Danube, from Vienna to Budapest!
She also enjoys gardening, reading and walking.
She has two grown-up children of her own.


Frequently Asked Questions about The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School accepts?

The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School Open?

The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School 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 The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School have capacity for?

The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School has capacity for a total of 115 Children.

How far is The Green Cave Day Nursery & Montessori Pre-School to the centre of Tunbridge Wells?

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

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