Business Details
Outstanding Nursery School in London for Ages 1-5
Established as a trusted nursery school in Kensington, London, we provide exceptional early years education for children aged 1 to 5. Our purpose-built facility at St. Philip's Church offers a nurturing environment where individualised learning plans ensure each child reaches their full potential. With an OFSTED 'Outstanding' rating in 2016 and 2022, our team of qualified professionals prioritises safety, holistic development, and strong parent partnerships. Our curriculum combines structured learning with hands-on activities, fostering confidence, social skills, and academic readiness. Over two decades of experience in early years education, led by Principal Miss Dorothy, ensures our approach remains innovative and child-centred.We offer flexible session options during term time, complemented by extracurricular activities like music, drama, and science clubs. Our commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development maintains the highest standards of care and education. Parents consistently praise our warm, dedicated staff and the 'home-from-home' atmosphere that supports seamless transitions to reception class. Regular communication through 'Wow' sheets and open-door policies strengthen our collaborative approach. As a Best Practice Representative in the educational sector, we continually refine our methods to align with evolving best practices.
Services
Nursery School
Early Years Education
Childcare Services
Pre-Prep Preparation
Extracurricular Activities
Highlights and features
- OFSTED-rated 'Outstanding' for educational quality and child safety
- Individualised learning plans aligned with Seven Areas of Learning
- Experienced team with DBS checks and specialist early years qualifications
- Extracurricular clubs including science, music, and languages
- Proven success in preparing children for reception class transition
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
What people say
Best nursery we have ever come across
Loving and caring staff
Happy children
Excellent levels of well-being
Essential help with potty training
Services
Nursery School
Our nursery school provides structured early years education for children aged 1-5, following OFSTED-recommended curriculum. We focus on individualised learning through play-based activities that develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Our programme prepares children for seamless transition to reception class with proven success in language acquisition and confidence-building.
Childcare Services
Offering term-time childcare with flexible morning and afternoon sessions, our service combines safety with developmental activities. Qualified staff implement individual planning to address each child's unique needs while maintaining a nurturing environment that promotes independence and emotional well-being through structured routines and free play.
Pre-Prep Preparation
Specialised preparation for reception class transition includes phonics instruction, numeracy development, and social skills training. Our curriculum ensures children master self-care tasks, understand classroom routines, and develop early reading abilities through jolly-phonics and interactive learning experiences tailored to individual progress rates.
Extracurricular Activities
We provide enrichment activities including tennis, drama, language lessons, and science clubs during extended sessions. These activities enhance physical development, creativity, and cultural awareness while reinforcing classroom learning through practical applications in music, art, and technology-based projects.
Parent Partnerships
Our open-door policy encourages regular parent-teacher collaboration through 'Wow' sheets and informal updates. We maintain transparent communication about child progress, offering guidance on home learning activities and providing support for navigating the UK school system during transition to pre-prep education.
People
Miss Dorothy
Principal & Headmistress
With over 20 years' experience in nursery education, Miss Dorothy holds a Masters in Early Years Education and specialist qualifications in child psychology and speech development. As a Best Practice Representative, she leads staff training in safeguarding and holistic learning methodologies.
Miss Jayziel
Early Years Teacher
Qualified in early years education with DBS clearance and paediatric first aid certification. Implements individual learning plans while fostering emotional development through structured play activities and social interaction exercises.
Miss Zita
Deputy Head Teacher
Coordinates the early years curriculum with expertise in child development. Oversees key worker assignments to ensure consistent adult support for each child's emotional and educational progress through tailored activity planning.
Miss Kristy
Early Years Teacher
Brings international experience from teaching in the USA and Hong Kong. Holds a Level 6 Master's in Early Education and specialises in behaviour management and physical development training for young children.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We cater for children aged 1 to 5 years, with individualised programmes tailored to different developmental stages and learning needs.
Is your nursery OFSTED registered?
Yes, we are OFSTED-registered and have maintained an 'Outstanding' rating since inspections in 2016 and 2022 for educational quality and child safeguarding.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff have early years specialisations, DBS checks, and paediatric first aid training. Many hold advanced qualifications in child psychology and speech development.
Do you offer extracurricular activities?
Yes, we provide tennis, drama, language lessons, and science clubs during extended sessions to enhance creativity and physical development.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use 'Wow' sheets for weekly updates, maintain an open-door policy, and offer regular informal consultations to discuss child progress and home learning strategies.
