BestStart Montessori Bethlehem
BestStart Montessori Bethlehem provides award-winning childcare and early education for children aged from 6 months to 6 years old. We are conveniently located near the Bethlehem Town Shopping Centre and are open between 8:00am - 5:30pm.
Growing independence with love & respect.
At BestStart Montessori Bethlehem, we value treating everyone with respect and kindness and we incorporate this into our teaching practices every day. We believe in intentional teaching of both academic and real-world skills to empower children to become independent, confident learners.
Our gardens provide an opportunity for children to learn about respecting nature and they love to help look after our resident chickens and guinea pigs. They collect eggs, fruit, and vegetables when they are ready and children are encouraged to help prepare snacks to share with their friends at or take home for their family.
By teaching children useful academic skills and the importance of valuing themselves, others and their belongings, we aim to prepare children for the next step in their learning journey for school and in life.
Our Team
Our dedicated team of teachers are passionate about what we do and the values we promote. We treat each child respectfully and weave this value throughout our teaching practices. We regularly update families through open communication and provide support for families where they need it.
Montessori Method
Montessori education comes from observing children during their moments of development. Through observation, we allow children to show us where they need most support, allowing us to support their individual needs and interests. The environment is prepared to give the child autonomy and to help the child discover, concentrate and develop holistically. As part of our philosophy, we create a calm, peaceful environment to foster children's confidence and concentration.
Find out more about Montessori here
What We Offer
- Individualised approach to learning and teaching real-world skills
- A caring support system for families, mothers and children
- Calm, relaxing indoor environments for your child to develop at their own pace
- Spacious outdoor spaces for children to explore and learn through play
- Set for School program to help transition your child to primary school
- 20 hours free for 3-5 year olds and WINZ subsidies available* if required
Our Spaces
Our indoor learning environments are relaxed and calm to allow your child to achieve their potential. We have an extensive range of Montessori resources that are used to teach fundamental learning skills while also teaching children to respect their belongings.
Our outdoor areas are spacious and encourage children to engage their curiosity to explore and be challenged physically. We don't rush children and we wait until each child is ready to transition to the next room based on their stage of learning and development.
Our Infant Room
(From 5 months old)
Bambini Room
(From 18 months old)
Toddler Room
(3-year-olds)
Il Sole Classroom
(Preschoolers)
Video Gallery
kind words from our parents
What we're proud of
Read our latest ERO report
e-Portfolios
We're part of the Building Blocks Programme
Most Trusted Childcare
We have a Healthy Heart Award
Quality Service Award
Set For School
BestStart Educare Governing Organisation Report