Nature’s Nest Montessori
About Us
Welcome to Nature’s Nest Montessori, where learning begins with joy and curiosity! With over 20 years of teaching experience and a proud 10-year history, our preschools in Mulbarton and Evans Park offer a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment for children aged 3 to 6. At Nature’s Nest Montessori, we believe in helping little ones grow through exploration, creativity, and care — making every day a fun and meaningful step in their early learning journey.
Hatchlings
Ages 3-4
Our Hatchlings class provides a warm, nurturing environment where little ones begin their Montessori journey. Through purposeful play, sensory exploration, and creative activities, children develop social and emotional skills while discovering the joy of learning. Each day encourages curiosity, independence, and a love for exploration.
Nestlings
Ages 4-5
In the Nestlings class, children build confidence and foundational skills through hands-on learning and guided discovery. With a balance of structure and creativity, Nestlings explore age-appropriate themes that spark imagination and deepen their understanding of the world.
Fledglings
Ages 5-6
The Fledglings class prepares children for formal schooling while nurturing their individuality and love for learning. Through engaging Montessori activities, literacy and numeracy readiness, and values-based lessons, children develop confidence, focus, and leadership qualities. Our goal is to help each child spread their wings and take flight into the next stage of their learning journey.
Our Mission:
At Nature’s Nest Montessori, our mission is to nurture bright, confident, and compassionate young minds through a balanced blend of Islamic and secular education. We strive to create a warm, inspiring space where every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
- Developing young minds holistically through purposeful activities and a well-prepared environment
- Inspiring a lifelong love for learning while nurturing curiosity
- Blending Islamic and secular education in a harmonious way
- Building confidence, responsibility, and leadership qualities
- Encouraging high standards of achievement and positive behaviour
- Fostering independence and self-belief to prepare children for lifelong success
What We Offer
Curriculum
Our Montessori-based curriculum includes Practical Life and Sensorial Education, Mathematics, Language, Science, Botany, Zoology, Geography. Learning is supported through hands-on materials, carefully prepared environments, and engaging cognitive activities that foster independence and concentration. Story time encourages imagination and thoughtful reflection, while after-school Madressa classes nurture Islamic knowledge, values, and character development.
Programs
Hatchlings: Grade RRR: Ages 3-4
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Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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Time: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM
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Pick-up: Anytime from 11:45 AM
Nestlings: Grade RR : Ages 4-5
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Friday: 7:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Fledgelings: Grade R: Ages 5-6
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Days: Monday – Thursday
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Time: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM
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Friday: 7:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Aftercare
Nature’s Nest offers aftercare from Monday to Friday until 5:00 pm. Our aftercare program provides a safe, relaxed, and happy environment where children can unwind after their school day. It includes nap time, fun and engaging activities, and plenty of opportunities for play and creativity—ensuring children are always occupied, comfortable, and never bored.
Madressa Classes
Our Madressa classes provide a nurturing environment for your child to grow in Islamic knowledge. Held after school from 12:00 – 1:00 PM, these classes follow the Jamiat Class 1 syllabus, covering Yassarnal Quraan, Surahs, Duas, Aqaaid, Akhlaaq, Islamic History, Fiqh, and Hadith.
What makes the Montessori method at Nature’s Nest different?
Our Montessori approach is hands-on, child-led, and sensory-rich. Children learn by doing — using real materials to explore all areas of learning. They choose activities, work at their own pace and develop independence, confidence and a genuine love for learning in a calm, respectful environment.
What ages do you accept?
We welcome children from 3 to 6 years of age. Children should be potty trained or in the process of training.
What does a typical day look like at Nature’s Nest?
Each day includes a balance of free Montessori work, structured learning, Islamic studies, outdoor play, story time and individual attention.
How does Nature’s Nest prepare children for Grade 1?
We focus on building strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, confidence, independence, problem-solving and social skills. Our children leave emotionally and academically ready for primary school.
How do you support mixed-age learning (Vertical Grouping)?
Montessori believes in vertical grouping, where children of different ages share the same environment. Younger children learn by observing older peers, while older children build leadership and responsibility. Each child works at their own level in a supportive, family-like classroom.
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