St Helens Montessori School
St Helens Montessori School is an intimate independent school in Maidstone, Kent, with around 50 pupils on roll. Its small size places it firmly among the more personal independent settings in the area, where staff are likely to know each child well. The school is co-educational, has no religious character and does not offer boarding. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate and led by Head Miss Jeannelle.
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Teaching & academics
As a Montessori school, its approach is rooted in child-led, individualised learning, which the small roll of roughly 50 pupils helps to support. Oversight comes from the Independent Schools Inspectorate rather than Ofsted.
Head · Miss Jeannelle
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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The last word
A small, fee-paying Montessori option in Maidstone for families who value a close-knit, individually paced environment.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.