Little Kingdom Montessori and PlayHouse
No 50 B, Near Mahatma Gandhi Road Metro Station, Muktaram Babu Street, Central Ave, Raja Katra, Singhi Bagan, Jorasanko, Kolkata, West Bengal 700007, India · Kolkata · West Bengal
If you’re looking for a warm, play-based preschool in central Kolkata, Little Kingdom Montessori and PlayHouse often comes up in parent discussions. It’s been around for over two decades and has earned a loyal following among local families. Let’s take a closer look at what parents have shared and what you should check before enrolling your child.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Montessori / Preschool (not affiliated to CBSE or ICSE)
- Classes
- Playhouse / Pre-Nursery to KG2 (ages 16 months – 5 years)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school only)
- Founded
- 2000
- Student–teacher ratio
- Described as “low” / individual attention (no numeric ratio published)
- Staff
- Led by Poonam Bansal and Shailja Agarwal; teachers described as experienced, caring, and professional
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Little Kingdom Montessori and PlayHouse is a long-standing, well-loved Montessori preschool in central Kolkata. Parents praise its caring teachers, clean environment, and engaging play-based approach. The main areas to double-check are safety measures, transport arrangements, and fee transparency.
What kind of child will this school work best for
Curious, energetic toddlers who thrive in a play-based setting
Families who value personal attention and a nurturing environment
Parents living or working near central Kolkata
Strengths
Experienced and caring teachers
Clean, well-maintained classrooms
Variety of extracurricular activities
Montessori-based learning approach
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
No public fee structure
Mixed information about transport
Security and CCTV arrangements need verification
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Can you share a written fee structure and sample invoice?
What are the exact safety and CCTV measures in place?
How many trained Montessori teachers are on staff?
Is the swimming facility supervised by certified staff?
What is the daily routine for each age group?
Note
Different schools work for different families. To understand if Little Kingdom Montessori and PlayHouse is the right school for your child see How to Select a School: https://www.thecuriousparent.com/how-to-select-a-school
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