We are a privately-owned nursery which is open term time Monday through to Thursday 8am – 4pm and Friday 8am – 1pm. The nursery was opened in 1995 and is based in a beautifully restored former Victorian primary school in Weyhill, on the outskirts of Andover, Hampshire.
There are four bright, well-equipped classrooms, each with toilet facilities as well as enclosed gardens and securely fenced play areas for outside play. There is also an on-site car park.
We have one smaller classroom for the two year olds and three larger classrooms for mixed age ranging from 2 years 9 months to 5 years.
Starting nursery is a daunting experience for parents and for children alike. We run a Parent & Toddler group as a way of introducing younger children to the nursery.
Each child is unique and the Montessori method celebrates this by giving the child freedom to learn at their own pace and within their own boundaries. Many children are naturally curious and want to learn, so our staff are there to guide rather than ‘teach’.
When your child first joins us, they will begin with the simplest exercises, based on activities they enjoy, and then, as their concentration grows and co-ordination develops, they are encouraged to move to the next stage.
At The Magic Tower we carefully monitor every child’s progress to identify key factors in their learning curriculum and encourage the child to select individual activities that correspond to these crucial phases in their development.
Staff follow the learning and development requirements of the early years foundation stage and Montessori curriculum, to provide a stimulating environment for children.
They plan tailored activities and experiences to meet children’s individual needs; these excite children and encourage them to play and learn. Children have good opportunities to enjoy learning and develop to the best of their potential.
Please see our website for more information http://www.magictower.co.uk
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