Looking for a nurturing, authentic Montessori nursery close to Little 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 Little Shelford

Distance: Approximately 10.5 miles
Travel Time: Around 19 minutes by car

By Car:

  • Head south-east on Hauxton Rd towards Newton Rd

    16 sec (371 ft)

  • Continue straight onto High St

    1 min (0.6 mi)

  • Continue on Whittlesford Rd. Take A505 and A1307 to Station Rd in Linton

    16 min (9.8 mi)

  • Slight right onto Whittlesford Rd

    1.1 mi

  • Continue onto Shelford Rd

    0.4 mi

  • Continue onto North Rd

    0.5 mi

  • North Rd turns right and becomes Duxford Rd

    0.8 mi

  • Continue onto Moorfield Rd Duxford

    0.1 mi

  • Turn left onto A505

    0.7 mi

  • At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Causeway/A505

    Continue to follow A505

    2.1 mi

    Use the left lane to merge onto A11

    0.5 mi

  • Take the A1307 exit towards Cambridge/Haverhill

    0.2 mi

  • At Fourwentways Interchange, take the 3rd exit onto 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 Little 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 Little 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 Little 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.