Looking for a nurturing, authentic Montessori nursery close to Great Shelford? We're just a short journey away! At Children’s Cottage Montessori in Linton, we welcome families from across the local area who are seeking high-quality early years education in a peaceful, rural setting.

How to Get to Us from Great Shelford

Distance: Approximately 8.5 miles
Travel Time: Around 15 minutes by car

By Car:

  • Head north-east on Woollards Ln towards London Rd/A1301

    2 sec (23 ft)

  • Turn right onto London Rd/A1301

    1 min (0.5 mi)

  • Take Haverhill Rd to Babraham Rd/A1307

    4 min (1.7 mi)

  • Turn left onto Bury Rd

    0.3 mi

  • Continue onto Haverhill Rd

    1.4 mi

  • Follow A1307 to Station Rd in Linton

    9 min (6.2 mi)

  • Turn right onto Babraham Rd/A1307

  • Continue to follow A1307

    1.8 mi

  • At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Cambridge Rd/A1307

    1.1 mi

  • At Fourwentways Interchange, take the 2nd exit and stay on Cambridge Rd/A1307

  • Continue to follow A1307

    3.3 mi

  • Turn right onto Station Rd

    1 min (400 ft)

  • You’ll find us at Station House, Station Rd, Linton, Cambridge CB21 4NW – look for the welcoming cottage!

Public Transport Options:
If you're travelling by bus, several buses in Great Shelford can be taken to the High Street bus stop in Linton/other bus stops nearby, as well as a short walking distance to Montessori Cottage Nursery Linton. (Once at the High Street bus stop in Linton Head, northwest on Cambridge Rd/A1307 toward The Rookery, turn left onto Station Rd and you’re here!)

Why Families from Great Shelford Choose Us

Many parents from neighbouring Towns/Villages choose Children’s Cottage Montessori for:

  • Our authentic Montessori curriculum delivered by AMI-trained educators

  • A calm and inspiring learning environment in a beautiful countryside location

  • Daily outdoor play, gardening, and hands-on learning experiences

  • A warm, community feel with close parent partnerships

We’re proud to be a short trip away from Great Shelford, offering a real alternative to town-centre nurseries – with space, nature, and a personal touch.

Come and Visit

We’d love to welcome you for a tour. To book a visit or learn more about our Montessori approach, please refer to our About Us or Booking page.