The Learning Environment

Miss Veronica Ryan was our founder, a Montessori pioneer, she travelled to Holland to study Montessori there. Architect Arthur Douglas designed The Children’s House Primary with an emphasis on a child’s scale; low door handles, child height sinks, windows affording small children a view to the wooded garden. Being custom built the school was orientated to catch the morning and afternoon sun – taking full advantage of natural light. It is still a memorable and beautiful place.

Set in a garden amid a mixed variety of trees, with well-equipped play areas, the school is a delightful oasis in a busy, urban area. The garden allows for play and for lessons going out into the garden spanning Botany, Art, care of the environment such as gardening and any other subjects children may wish to do outside.