About Us

At Drakes Montessori Childcare we aim to meet the individual needs of every child within our light, spacious and attractive homely environment.  Small numbers of children enable us to provide individual attention for children of different ages.  There is plenty of space to play and free access is provided at all times to the beautiful large and secure garden.

We provide a high quality, flexible and educational childminding service.  Wherever possible we aim to meet your individual dropping off and collection requirements.

Jenny McArthur gained her Montessori qualification at the internationally renowned Norland College;  Jenny was formerly a Registered General Nurse and a Registered Sick Children’s Nurse.  She has worked as a Portage Home Visitor for children with additional needs, has been employed in early years settings and also holds a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.  Annie Devereux completed her Teacher Training at Rolle College, Exmouth in 2001 and has taught English in secondary schools. She has experience of supporting children on a 1:1 basis. 

Jenny and Annie are qualified in Paediatric Emergency First Aid and both continue their Professional Development through regular training days. 

Drakes Montessori Childcare provides a unique opportunity for parents to support the development of their child within a Montessori home-based environment.  Our specially prepared home is equipped with activities and materials to help develop your child's skills, in a multi-sensory approach including practical life, sensorial, language, numeracy and cultural activities.  Other activities include cooking, shopping, gardening, music and movement, art/craft, exploring the natural environment and outings and trips.

We are regulated and inspected by OFSTED to ensure quality activities in all areas of your child’s development.  Your child is given the opportunity to work towards the Early Learning Goals as set out in the Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage through our home-based Montessori environment.  We are members of the Devon Child Minding Association, the National Child Minding Association and the Devon Montessori Early Years Forum.  Drakes has achieved an "Outstanding" in Annie's Ofsted inspection.