Mandarin Ducklings Marble Hill Park Nursery provides a distinctive educational journey for children aged 2 to under 5 years, skilfully combining the Montessori method with bilingual instruction in English and Chinese Mandarin, and a range of outdoor learning activities.

Nestled in the scenic Marble Hill Park, our nursery has immediate access to extensive facilities, including two gardens, an allotment, woodlands, sports fields, tennis courts and so much more. This diverse and well-equipped environment supports a broad spectrum of activities, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging learning experience for the children.

The fusion of Montessori education, bilingualism, and a rich array of outdoor and indoor facilities creates a nurturing and dynamic setting for young learners to thrive and explore.

Opening Hours

We are open all year round, excluding Bank Holidays and the period between Christmas and New Year. Our core opening hours are from 8am to 6pm. We can arrange for an early drop off from 7:45am should this be required.

Structure of the Day

  • 8:00-9:00 Breakfast (Children arrive anytime between 8-9am)

  • 9:00-9:30 Adult-led learning activity

  • 9:30-10:45 Work Cycle (self-selected, and small group activities)

  • 10:45-11:00 Morning Snack

  • 11:00-11:30 Outdoor Play

  • 11:30-11:50 Topic based group discussion

  • 11:50-12:30: Lunch and morning children leaving

  • 12:30-2:00 Quiet Time - quiet activities and writing practice

  • 2:00-3:30 Snack and Nature Play session

  • 3:30-4:00pm Adult-led learning activity/review and going home

  • 4:15pm Children’s tea

  • 5:00-6:00pm Free play and going home time

  • 6:00pm Nursery Closed


2023 - 2024 Holiday Dates

Christmas Closure 2023: 18th December - 1st January 2023
Inset day 2024 (Teachers training day): Tuesday 7th May
Christmas Closure 2024: 23rd December to 3rd January

* We are closed on all bank holiday


Food safety and Hygiene at our nursery

At our Nursery, we take immense pride in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, a commitment that has earned us a prestigious 5-star rating. Our kitchen staff are meticulously trained in all aspects of food handling, ensuring that every meal prepared for our children is not only nutritious and delicious but also meets the strictest hygiene standards. We follow comprehensive procedures for storage, preparation, and serving of food, and our facilities are regularly inspected and cleaned to uphold our unwavering dedication to health and cleanliness.

The well-being of our children is paramount, and our top-rated food safety practices reflect our deep commitment to providing them with a safe, healthy, and enjoyable nursery experience.


Nursery Fees

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How to Find Us

Location: Situated in the northeast corner of Marble Hill Park between the Adventure Playground and the Kitchen Gardens.

 

Contact Us

Address: Mandarin Ducklings Nursery, Marble Hill Park, Twickenham, TW1 2NL
Telephone: 020 8892 2241
Email: info@mandarinducklings.co.uk

Parking

Marble Hill Park also has a pay and display car park which is 2 minutes away by foot from the nursery.

Get Here by Public Transport

Train: The nearest train station is St Margaret's Station which is about 7-10 minutes by foot. Other stations are Twickenham (0.59 miles) and Richmond (1.4miles).
Bus: H22, R70, 33, R68, 490 for St Stephens Church stop (less than five minute walk to Nursery)