A Hockley family of Montessori settings, growing since 2004
Sarah Drummond founded Jelly Beans in 2004 with a simple mission: to give every child in Hockley access to authentic Montessori education in a warm, nurturing environment.
Over 20 years later, that vision has grown into three thriving settings — each with its own character, but all sharing the same values. Our Nursery on Southend Road, our Open Air Pre School at Hockley Primary, and our Pre School at Plumberow Primary Academy together form the Jelly Beans family.
We believe that every child is a natural learner. Our role is to create the right environment, provide the right materials, and trust children to lead their own discovery. That belief has guided everything we've done since day one.
The principles that guide everything we do across all three settings.
We see every child as a unique individual with their own pace, style and potential. Our approach is never one-size-fits-all.
We follow the Montessori method faithfully — not as a badge, but as a genuine philosophy that we believe in and live every day.
We are proudly part of Hockley. Our settings are embedded in the community, connected to local primary schools and rooted in this place.
We grow alongside our children, families and team. We learn, adapt and improve — always with the best interests of children at the centre.
Each setting has its own character, community and strengths.
Our baby and toddler setting on Southend Road. OFSTED Outstanding and MEAB accredited. Baby room (0–2) and Toddler room (2–3).
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Outdoor Montessori at Hockley Primary. Forest school, mud kitchen, den building and adventure play all year round, whatever the weather.
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Our cosy, homely setting at Plumberow Primary Academy. Small, quiet and nurturing — perfect for a gentle start to learning.
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