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Creativity in the Classroom

It is our belief that instigating creative learning at an early age encourages imaginative thinking throughout childhood and beyond. The implementation of creativity into early years education encourages the child’s understanding of other people.

In creative play the child is able to adopt roles of others which will awaken their awareness of the feelings of others, so introducing the child to the concept of empathy and compassion.

Imaginative thinking

“You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.”

Plato

Giving a child access to creativity not only enhances their communication skills but also lays the groundwork for the growth of problem-solving and reasoning skills.

The enjoyment of learning

We know that the environment plays a big part in fostering creativity in young children. At Pangbourne House, our job as adults is to keep the environment interesting by providing, alongside the Montessori equipment, creative experiences and materials that will capture the child’s curiosity.

“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.”

Albert Einstein

Creativity

We have developed an environment where children can explore, experiment and work together with artistic and creative endeavours of their own, while at the same time gaining an understanding of warm fellowship and community awareness.

Empathy for others

“The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect but by the play instinct acting from inner necessity. The creative mind plays with the objects it loves.”

Carl Jung

“Logic will take you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.”

Albert Einstein

Creative thinking

Reviews

Words truly can’t capture how exceptional Pangbourne House is. After sending our older daughter to another very well-regarded nursery in Notting Hill, which we thought was great at the time, I can honestly say that my son’s experience at Pangbourne has far surpassed it in every way. The environment is incredibly nurturing and caring. When my son struggled with separation, they went above and beyond to help him settle in. What’s more, they foster a love of learning by creating a space that sparks curiosity and enthusiasm. My son now knows more about London’s trees and wildlife than I do! Fia, and her team of outstanding teachers and support staff, are so passionate about what they do, that you can trust your child will be in the safest, most capable hands. They treat each child as an individual, tailoring their approach so each one feels fully supported. My son is thriving at school and I truly believe this is a direct result of his time at Pangbourne.

If I could imagine the perfect nursery, it would be Pangbourne House. It is almost worth having another child in order to experience the magic of Pangbourne again 🙂

Kirsty Patterson

I have had three children attend Pangbourne House Nursery since 2017 with my youngest just having left in June 2025. I cannot recommend it highly enough. It is truly an outstanding nursery. Rooted in the Montessori approach, and a with big emphasis on fostering creativity, Pangbourne House places the children at the centre of everything they do.

The foundation they provide is remarkable – helping children learn about themselves, how to relate to others, and how to engage with the world around them. Fia and all of the teachers have an extraordinary capacity for guiding each child’s discovery and exploration in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Beyond the wonderful experience they have at Pangbourne, they also prepare children beautifully for the next step in their education – and in life. I cannot imagine a stronger, more inspiring start for young children (and for their parents alongside).

Camilla Buttery

Pangbourne is the most nurturing, fun, perfect place for a child to start their first years in a classroom. Both parents and children have the best time and it creates happy, kind and bubbly children ready to start school in the most positive way. Both my boys went to Pangbourne and we couldn’t recommend the staff or setting more. Just a shame I have no more children to send to Fia and her team!

Francesca Crias

Pangbourne House is the most caring nursery I have ever come across. Every member of staff, including the teachers, headmistress and admin is just amazing. I couldn’t recommend it more highly!

Leonor Macuacua

We couldn’t be more thrilled with the exceptional care our son received at Pangbourne. The team, led by the inimitable Fia, is truly exceptional, setting a very high standard for the years to follow. Their dedication to personalised attention and unwavering support for parents truly set them apart. Having previously enrolled our daughter in another nursery featured in the Tatler Best Nursery Guide, we can confidently say that nothing compares to the outstanding experience at Pangbourne. Our only regret is that both of our children didn’t start their early years here. Highly recommended

Andrea Pfeffer