Christmas Closure - Birtley Nursery is closed from 12 noon on Wednesday 24th December and reopens on Friday 3rd January 2026

Christmas Closure - Wrekenton Nursery is closed from Saturday 20th December and reopens on Monday 5th January 2026

Wishing all our Wonderful Families a Very Merry Christmas

Choosing the Right Nursery School

Choosing the right Nursery for your child is one of the most important decisions parents take. We're here to support that process and help put your mind at easy. Before you decide we recommend you visit settings first hand.

15+ Years "Outstanding"

At the Village Montessori Nursey School, we welcome children from 6 months in two beautifully designed Gateshead locations.

Each setting offers a safe, nurturing environment where curiosity is encouraged, independence is valued, and every child is supported to reach their full potential.

Guided by the Montessori philosophy, our nurseries give children the freedom to explore, discover, and learn at their own pace

Year of experience

Early Years Childcare

The key pillars that underpins our approach to nurturing and educating young children.
01
Nurturing Early Development
We provide a calm, caring environment where every child feels secure, supported, and ready to explore.
02
Learning Through Play
Our rich, hands-on activities spark curiosity and build essential early skills in a joyful, natural way.
03
Individual Care, Individual Growth
We tailor learning and routines to each child, helping them flourish at their own pace.
04
Strong Foundations for the Future
Our early years approach builds confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning from day one.

Who do we look after?

Babies

For children ages 6 to 18 months

Toddlers

For Children Age 18 months to 3

Little Ones

Chidlren age 3 - 4

We're a Montessori Nursery School

Our Montessori nursery provides a calm, nurturing environment where children learn through purposeful, hands-on exploration.
  • Child-led learning that nurtures confidence, independence, and curiosity.
  • Carefully prepared classrooms designed to support focused, meaningful activity.
  • Skilled Montessori practitioners guiding each child’s natural development at their own pace.
  • Mixed-age groups that encourage collaboration, empathy, and peer learning.

Available Funding Routes

Find information about ways in which you can receive funding for your childcare

what we have been upto

We're always doing something check out the latest learning and fun we have been having at the Nursery

31 October 2025

Halloween Costumes!

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15 Apr 4:30 pm

Father`s Day Sundaes & Shaving!

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Meet the Team

with over 200 years of child care experience and the mothers to 15 children we have an amazing and caring staff team at The Village Montessori Nursery School

Diana Cummings

Principal

Deborah Barksby

Deputy

Lyndsey Armstrong

Deputy

Jill HIndmarch

Deputy

A Picture tells a thousand words

Just a few picture of our wonderful Children - having fun and learning!

What Parents Say

A few words from some of our current and past parents...

We miss them so much

This is a fantastic Nursery. The love and care the staff showed not just m children bit the whole family was and is second to none. I wish they had provisions for KS1 and 2 as my children would have stayed with them. The staff became part of our family! We miss them so much. Thank you for shaping my boys into the lovely young men they are becoming. Miss you all so much!
Mother of J

So Caring so Experienced

Amazing Nursery! Both of my girls settled really quickly from being there as 1 year olds. The staff are so caring and very experienced, most have worked in the setting for years. They know all the children really well. Lots of different opportuntities to play. Its been lovely to see my daughter's confidence grow which made the transition to school easier. Its been like and extension of our family. Highly Recommended.
Mother of J & H

Loved every minute of it

An absolutely brilliant nursery with excellent staff. All 3 of my children attended this nursery from a young age, and they all settled in really well and loved every minute of it.
Mother of T, M & R

Our Nursery in a Nutshell

With settings in both Birtley (DH3 2BD) and Wrekenton (NE9 7AN), families can choose the Montessori nursery location that best suits their home or commute.

Each site offers the same warm, child-focused atmosphere, making it easy to find a setting that fits seamlessly into family life.

We pride ourselves on creating a calm and nurturing space where every child feels safe, valued, and understood.

Our small adult child ratios mean educators can give each child the personal attention they need to flourish emotionally, socially, and academically.

From light-filled classrooms to secure outdoor play areas, both nurseries are designed to inspire curiosity and creativity.

Every learning environment is thoughtfully prepared to encourage exploration, independence, and hands-on discovery

Both of our Gateshead nurseries follow the authentic Montessori approach, with every classroom led by trained Montessori educators.

We use carefully selected materials to encourage independence, problem-solving, and a genuine love of learning.

Whether your child attends our Birtley or Wrekenton location, they will benefit from a consistent, high-quality Montessori experience.

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The Village Montessori Nursery School in Birtley and Wrekenton provides high quality education and childcare for children aged 0 to 5 in Birtley in County Durham and Wrekenton in Gateshead

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  • 0191 4111 999
  • Mon-Fri : 7:45 To 17:45
  • Sat-Sun : closed
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