True Montessori · Pre-Nursery to KG 2
A joyful beginning, rooted in faith
At GIU, the early years are a carefully prepared Montessori journey where curiosity grows into confidence and children learn to do more for themselves.
Through hands-on discovery, purposeful routines and caring guidance, children develop independence, concentration, language, coordination and a love of learning. Bible stories, prayer, worship and everyday character formation are woven into this Christ-centred beginning — because at GIU, education is more than lessons. It is a journey of becoming.
A place for every early step
Our early-years programme welcomes children from Pre-Nursery through KG 2. Admission ages follow the GIU Montessori programme guidance.
Early Years · 01
Pre-Nursery
Admission from 14 months
Early Years · 02
Nursery 1
2 years by August of the admission year
Early Years · 03
Nursery 2
3 years by 31 August
Early Years · 04
KG 1
4 years by 31 August
Early Years · 05
KG 2
5 years by 31 August
The Montessori Method
Learning by doing
Children choose purposeful activities, practise them with care and learn to return materials ready for the next person. Teachers observe, encourage and guide each child at a pace suited to their development.
From practical life and sensorial exploration to language, mathematics, science, music and art, the prepared environment helps children build a strong foundation for the Cambridge Primary years ahead.
Growing the Whole Child
What children learn
Montessori learning at GIU brings together academic foundations, faith, independence and creative expression — each subject paired with the right environment and materials.
Bible & Character
Daily Bible learning, prayer, worship and character formation help children grow in faith, kindness and care for others.
Practical Life
Purposeful everyday tasks build independence, concentration, coordination and care for the classroom environment.
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Sensorial Learning
Hands-on materials help children notice and compare colour, shape, size, sound and texture — sharpening every sense.
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Language
Stories, conversation, sound games, early reading and writing activities develop communication and literacy from the earliest years.
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Mathematics
Montessori materials introduce numbers, quantities, place value and early mathematical operations through concrete, hands-on discovery.
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Science & Culture
Observation and exploration introduce nature, geography, history and the world around us — nurturing curiosity and wonder.
Music & Art
Singing, movement, instruments and creative materials encourage expression, imagination and a love of the arts.
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French
KG 1 and KG 2 learners explore early French vocabulary through interactive, playful activities that build a love of language.
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See It in Action
Our Montessori classroom
Watch our young learners at work — exploring, discovering and growing in our prepared Montessori environment.
Beyond the Classroom
Small hands. Big discoveries.
Learning at GIU doesn't stop at the classroom door. Our Nursery and Kindergarten children go on carefully planned excursions that bring the world to life — sparking curiosity, building confidence and creating memories that last. Every trip is an extension of the Montessori environment: purposeful, joyful and full of wonder.
Nursery & KG Excursion
Nursery & KG Excursions
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2:30–3:30 pm
After-kindergarten activities
KG 1 and KG 2 children can continue discovering new interests through activities listed in the GIU programme:
Kids STEM and robotics · GABE · Story writing · Table tennis and basketball · Taekwondo
Pre-Nursery to Nursery 2
After-kindergarten care
The programme also provides after-school care for younger children. Contact Admissions for current availability and details.
Begin your child's GIU journey
Talk with our Admissions Team about early-years entry, arrange a visit and discover Montessori learning at GIU.