Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

Tempest House, Cowper Road, Margate CT9 1SX
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  • Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate, Margate
Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate is a welcoming and homely setting, located in the picturesque coastal town of Margate. The setting follows a Montessori approach to education, which prioritises the growth and development of each child, in a supportive and engaging space designed for them to learn and thrive.

The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, inspired by the Montessori approach, fostering meaningful connections between children and the world around them and helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.

Inside, the three rooms are thoughtfully designed and equipped with age-appropriate resources to support children's development. Outside, there is a large, secure garden that provides ample space for children to play, explore and learn, offering a sand and water play area, a climbing frame, trikes and open spaces to run around.

The youngest children begin their journey in the Lion Cubs Room on the ground floor, where their Key Carer follows their individual routines and plans fun activities for them to enjoy throughout the day. As they grow older, they progress to the Monkey's Room, where they are encouraged to make independent choices and select their own resources.

In the Tigers Room, Pre-School children develop school readiness skills and can participate in various extra-curricular activities such as rugby, football, dance and yoga to promote an active and healthy lifestyle.

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Care Provided by Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Terri Elliot (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 18
  • Total Places for Children
  • 87
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 4 years 11 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 & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

  • AM Session £43.30, PM Session £39.00, Full Day £72.40 (Under 2)


    AM Session £39.00, PM Session £35.20, Full Day £69.50 (2 years)


    AM Session £37.40, PM Session £33.70, Full Day £66.50 (3+ years)


    We're making childcare more accessible to families:


    * FREE nursery childcare for siblings of registered children!
    * Fully flexible
    * No meal, consumable or enhancement charges
    * Part & fully funded places available


    (terms and conditions apply)

  • A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place. Exact days of attendance should be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.
  • Parking

  • Off street parking is available close to the nursery.


Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate Reviews (38)

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9.8

Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.802) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate has 38 reviews.

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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great caring staff working in the Lion Cubs room in Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate.
They are very attentive and my son is very happy there.
They have been accommodating with his weaning journey and have been patient in getting him to try new foods-which he recently has started to do!
They put
out different activities for them which are thoughtful and creatively educational.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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Review from O S (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good onboarding process. Everything was explained well, the staff are friendly and professional, and we had detailed updates about how our child was settling in. We appreciated how caring and empathetic they were towards us and our little boy.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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Review from Olive O (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Just a few months of taking my child there, and it has been a smooth journey with the staff helping her settle and understanding her needs.
Friendly staff and safe facility.
Ready to help.
I hope the standards stay the same because I will recommend the nursery to everyone around me.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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Review from B F (Father of Child) published on 21 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are amazing and friendly. Are always happy to chat and explain what's happening. My boy loves going and can't wait to get in on the days he attends. Will always recommend this nursery to people looking.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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Review from S E (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been well cared for at Margate Townsend Montessori Nursery since he started in January 2021. The staff are very friendly and approachable and our son has developed a good relationship with a lot of the ladies who work there in the different rooms. The managers are good at listening to concerns
and being flexible about our son's needs. They have been great at following our son's routine, which has really helped him settle into each room. The food is very well balanced nutritionally.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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Review from Sadie F (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a family, we have used Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate over the past eight years, my youngest currently attending. In the past and present, my view of this nursery is outstanding. My children have been well cared for and each of them has thrived in this setting. We see the members of staff as
family and would highly recommend to anyone.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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Review from Jess W (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Best nursery I've experienced. Loveliest staff who are so trusted and warm. I can't fault this centre at all. Amazing place that I'd recommend highly to any family. I've always felt that my son has been cared for in the way that a family member would care for him at Townsend Montessori Nursery. They
have always embraced my son in a trusted and loving way and I've had the utmost faith in the quality and philosophy of this centre. The staff always make me and my family feel welcome and at home. What a bunch of amazing women!

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

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Review from A W (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The teachers at the nursery are incredible. They are so kind, thoughtful, caring and inspiring towards my daughter.
The two years my daughter has been present at the nursery has changed her life. She loves being there and I could not ask for a better learning environment.
Although the new owners
have changed some of the systems and I don’t feel they are parent friendly. Which is a shame when the in-house staff are so amazing.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

Thank you for your comments, we will ensure they are passed on!


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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Before Old Station Road took over, I recommend it to everyone. However, that is no longer the case. We were told that it would be a slow transition over to the new system and changing company. However, it wasn't. You have taken away term time, you dictate what sessions. We are paying customers, why
should I have to pay until 6 when I pay this company thousands with both my children. Why do we have to pay for bank Holidays now? Not even open. And the new app is rubbish. Don't see any pictures of children doing activities just the set-up. The staff are incredible. And it's heartbreaking to see this once wonderful nursery just being ripped apart. The staff are the only reason I am still there! Don't even get me started on the price rising when it and only just been done under previous management a month before the change. And quite frankly how the company treats their staff I also find disgusting! Management rating is not based on the Manager in Margate, more the actual managing company The Old Station Nursery Group.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.
At Townsend Montessori Margate, we prioritise providing a nurturing and safe environment for all children, while also offering affordable and accessible childcare options for families in the community. We understand how expensive childcare is and also how increasing costs across many areas are making life more costly for everyone at the moment. We strive to keep our costs reasonable and competitive with other childcare providers in the area.
Our teams are the backbone of our nurseries, and we know how important each and every individual within the nursery is to you and your children. Our employees’ well-being is extremely important to us; we have significantly invested in our teams this year and continue to enhance their salary and wider benefits to ensure that our group of nurseries continue to be a great place to work.
We always value feedback, so please do not hesitate to contact us.


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Review from A V (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter absolutely loves going to this nursery, and we love it too. Everyone is so friendly, the activities are creative and fun, and the food provided is excellent. She is so happy and excited about telling us about her day each day she is there. We could not have asked for a better experience.

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Review from Sally O (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find the nursery great, there is brilliant communication from the staff and they seem to really care about my daughter's well-being. She is very happy there and I like that it is a smaller space with not too many children per room.

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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery have been great, my son is 3 months and is starting nursery. I didn't want to send him so young. But the staff have been amazing and made him settle in very well and I am happy with how they take care of them too.

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Review from Bethany B (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my sons have been to this nursery and have absolutely enjoyed every minute. The staff communicate effectively and are just a pleasure to be around, the environment is always clean and provides a happy and friendly atmosphere. My children thrive and have learnt so much with the help from all
the staff at the nursery. My youngest started during covid and their procedures were to a fantastic standard. My youngest who is still currently at the nursery comes home smiling and happy about his day. They really do go above and beyond to give your children the best in their development in preparation for school.

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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I feel that my child is well cared for and is encouraged to take part in all of the activities. All the staff are very helpful and know my child's needs very well. The staff ensure that all communication is handed over in a timely manner and is easy to understand.

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Review from R C (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery are fantastic! Both my children now attend the nursery and the team are great and nurturing to them both! they share many photos of what the children have been up to and its nice to regularly see what they're doing during the time they are there! Highly recommend this nursery!

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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been in this nursery for the last 10 months and I cannot fault it. He has learnt so much since starting and has made many lovely connections with the staff and other children. We always get a very warm welcome on drop off and collection and the app is always updated on what they've been up
to that day. Going to the recent parents' evening was lovely as we got to see how at home our son feels in his room there. My son loves the nursery, thanks to all the lovely staff!

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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you to all the staff at Townsend Montessori Margate, you are fantastic and very professional, supportive and caring, great communication. My toddlers enjoy coming to nursery, I know they're safe and being well looked after.

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Review from E C (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

My son went to this nursery and did not manage to settle in. The nursery is crowded with small indoor/outdoor space, nursery staff was friendly but too focused on updating the online platform. I was not sure if children's development activities take place or not, we were never sent home any drawings
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.802)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.802) out of 10 for Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.802 for Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate is calculated as follows: ( (294 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 338 Ratings = 4.802

  • 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 Townsend Montessori Nursery Margate is based on 28 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 87 number of registered child places is 17.4, which has been reached with 28 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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Terri

Terri Elliot

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2008

Hi! I'm Terri, the Nursery Manager at Townsend Montessori Nursery Maidstone. I am also qualified for Advanced NVQ Level 3.


I am passionate about giving children the best start in their early education by providing them with a fun and stimulating environment. This allows them to thrive in their abilities and ensures that they have access to enriching experiences to equip them with an understanding of the world around them. The whole team and I here at Margate reflect this passion and vision within the everyday practice to ensure the ethos is thoroughly embedded throughout the nursery and that all children and families are given the best experience during their time here.


We look forward to welcoming you to our nursery!


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