FAQ
Montessori Nursery FAQs in Richmond
We hope you find the answers you need here. If not, please get in touch — we’re happy to help.
Visiting & Admissions Getting started
What age does Casa Montessori accept?
We welcome children aged 2 to 5, supporting them through to a confident start at Reception.
What are your nursery opening hours?
We operate termly, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with three session options: morning only (8am–12pm), short day (8am–3pm) and long day (8am–5pm). See our Term Dates page for the full calendar.
Do you accept 15 and 30 funded hours?
Yes. We accept EYFS funded childcare — both 15 and 30 hours — with any additional hours charged at our standard hourly rate. Visit Fees & Funding to estimate your cost.
How do I apply for a place?
The best first step is to visit and see Casa for yourself. Full details on applying for a place are on our Admissions page — or get in touch and we’ll talk you through it.
Can I arrange a nursery visit?
Yes, we’d love to show you around. Arrange a visit through the website, or contact us to find a time that works.
Where is Casa Montessori located?
We’re at 23 Marksbury Avenue, Richmond, TW9 4JE, close to Kew and North Sheen. See Our Premises for more.
What sessions do you offer?
Morning sessions (8am–12pm), a short day (8am–3pm) and a long day (8am–5pm), Monday to Friday during term time. Full details are on our Term Dates page.
Daily Life Food & rest
Do you serve lunch?
Yes. We provide lunch delivered fresh every day by Naked Nosh. Lunches are included in our fees.
In addition, fruit, vegetables, plain rice cakes, breadsticks, hummus, cream cheese, and bread are available for children at morning and afternoon snack time.
Can children sleep at Casa?
Yes. Children staying until 3:00 pm or 5:00 pm who need a nap will sleep after lunch in a quiet area of the school under the supervision of a teacher.
Languages Multilingual life
Which languages are offered at Casa Montessori?
We offer English, Spanish, French, and Italian. All our teachers are native speakers of the language they teach.
Will my child be confused by a multilingual environment?
Children exposed to two or more languages simultaneously will naturally mix languages — this is a completely normal part of the process of acquiring a second language, not a sign of confusion.
Young children are born with the capacity to learn languages just as readily as they learn to walk or talk. Research consistently shows that multilingualism enhances cognitive development, fosters positive relationships, and builds positive self-awareness.
Is Casa Montessori only for children whose parents are bilingual?
Not at all. Our multilingual and multicultural approach aims to expose all children to the different sounds and phonics of different languages, regardless of whether their parents speak any additional languages.
My child has English as a second language. Will they learn English?
Yes. Our curriculum provides an outstanding educational and developmental programme in all languages in a balanced way, while specifically preparing children to enter the British primary education system. We teach phonics in English.
Our Approach Montessori & team
Is the staff qualified in Montessori education?
Yes. Our teachers hold a Montessori diploma (from Teaching Assistant level up to Level 4) and have extensive experience in a Montessori environment. We obtained our Montessori accreditation in July 2023 and use traditional Montessori materials throughout.
Still have questions?
We’re always happy to help — get in touch, or come and see Casa for yourself.