Mandarin Ducklings Bilingual Montessori Nursery

Address: Twickenham and Putney Bridge, London
Website: www.mandarinducklings.co.uk
Founded: 2017
Number of Pupils: Varies by location 
Ages: 1-4 years 
Fees: See our website
Head Teacher: Chris-Jayne Micu and Nathan Sweetman
Religious Affiliation: None 
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective
Contact: 02088922241 (Twickenham); 020 7736 7160 (Putney Bridge)
Email: info@mamdarinducklings.co.uk
School Visits: Booking is available online, and nursery tours are conducted throughout the year

The Curriculum

Our curriculum includes Montessori teaching which covers all 7 developmental areas, bilingual education (Mandarin Chinese and English); and outdoor learning (Forest School and gardening).  

Games & the Arts

Games: Kids Yoga, climbing, agility training, Tennis, ball play and more; Art includes painting, collage, art craft, 3d modelling, clay-making, natural art, and Forest School art activities

Pastoral Care

Daily feedback/communication in person and via our parents’ communication app; Key person system; management open door policy; phone contact

Head Teacher’s Philosophy

Children learn through play. They learnt best when they feel safe and secure physically and emotionally, and work on things that interest them. Children who make most of the progress are those who take initiative in problem-solving. It is our job to help children to establish a positive connection with nature. They need to experience the real world (not via technology) and start to learn about the role of a good citizen from a young age.