Welcome to Colourbox Montessori

Excited about learning, excited
about life.

Community Update

We were very saddened to hear the news about the closure of Brooke’s school, and our thoughts are with all the staff, families, and children affected by this difficult situation.We want to take a moment to reassure you that this closure does not affect our nursery in any way. We remain fully operational and are looking forward to a bright and exciting future.Over the summer, we’ve been working hard on some fantastic renovations, and we’re thrilled about the improvements being made. Our team is more ready than ever to welcome lots of new children in September, and we can’t wait to see our nursery community continue to grow.

We invite you to visit our outstanding Colourbox Montessori and Forest School Nurseries to see why we are always ‘excited about learning, excited about life!’

Your babies and children will enjoy our wonderful environments which:

Nurture their natural desire to explore

Stimulate their young minds to think

Support their growing desire to be free & independent

They will be supported in their early years journey by highly experienced and knowledgeable adults who:

Listen to their ideas

Follow their interests

Value their uniqueness

Respect their choices

We invite you to visit our outstanding Colourbox Montessori and Forest School Nurseries to see why we are always ‘excited about learning, excited about life!’

Your babies and children will enjoy our wonderful environments which:
They will be supported in their early years journey by highly experienced and knowledgeable adults who:

HAVERHILL

NEWMARKET

RED LODGE

BARROW

BURY ST EDMUNDS

Our Exceptional Nurseries in Suffolk

Colourbox Montessori School embraces the Early Years Foundation Stage framework 2025 alongside the Montessori approach.

Our commitment to families, to children of all abilities and to our staff spans three decades, growing from one little village nursery to a small group of highly regarded nurseries in Suffolk. Colourbox Montessori was established in 1992 by Susie Norman who continues to guide the company.

We, and hundreds of other families, highly recommend that you come and visit us – we’re confident that you and your child will LOVE it!

A Peek Inside Our Montessori World

Discover the joy of learning through hands-on experiences, child-led exploration, and everyday moments that inspire growth, curiosity, and confidence in every child.

Play is the Work of the Child

Maria Montessori recognised that young children need a sense of order and regularity in their lives. At Colourbox we provide a calm and consistent atmosphere where your child can create, play, make friends and develop as an individual as well as part of a group. Our Montessori guides use thoughtful language to encourage your child to grow in confidence and to become a competent learner.

Parent & Carer Zone

Log in to our dedicated area for parents and carers, where you will find important policies, procedures, and helpful resources related to your child’s attendance and experience at our nurseries. This section provides key information on everything from safeguarding to daily routines, ensuring you have everything you need at your fingertips. Printed copies of our policies and procedures are also available in the reception areas at each of our nursery locations.

About Us

At Colourbox Montessori, we are passionate about providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children to thrive. Our nurseries are designed to encourage independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. With multiple locations, we offer a variety of settings tailored to different age groups and developmental stages. Our dedicated team follows the Montessori philosophy, ensuring that each child receives personalised care and education that supports their unique growth and potential.

Contact Us

We would love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about our nursery settings, want to learn more about the Montessori approach, or are ready to enrol your child, our friendly team is here to help. Get in touch today to discuss your child’s needs and discover how Colourbox Montessori can provide a caring and enriching environment where they can learn, develop, and flourish. We look forward to welcoming you and your little one to our community.  

News & Blog

All the latest news from the Colourbox Montessori School team can be found here.

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Colourbox Montessori’s first Forest School – Colourbox@Redwoods- achieves ‘Outstanding’!

A forest school that provides children with ‘awe and wonder’ in every aspect of the environment has been awarded the top Ofsted grade in every area.

Colourbox Montessori School, Barrow, rated Outstanding

Colourbox Montessori School was praised for its learning methods, the behaviour of the children and the work of teachers. On December 7, in its first inspection since

Top rating for village nursery in Red Lodge

We are very proud of the Colourbox team at our pre-school in Red Lodge. They were inspected by OFSTED…

Colourbox Careers

From time to time, we have openings for fantastic educators and team members to join our Colourbox Montessori Nurseries. Our motto is ‘Excited about Learning, Excited about Life’ and that is something we wish for our staff as well as the children we care for. When you join us, we work with you individually to plan your career path and what we can put in place for you to meet your career goals.

Discover our current vacancies in the link below by visiting our Careers page.

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Testimonials

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