This Ofsted outstanding nursery opened 4 years ago in its current site and is the sister nursery to The Knightsbridge Kindergarten. Kensington Kindergarten benefits from a recently renovated bright, modern and attractive space which recreates the feel of many of the junior schools in the area. This impression is further supported by the smart red and blue uniform the children wear. There is a wonderful multi- sensory space, well sized classrooms and several communal spaces including an unexpectedly large, padded soft play room. There is a small but functional outside space which is ideal for the small groups that use it every day. Children are split into age groups and are given copious opportunities to develop key skills in communication, problem solving and crucially both their gross and fine motor skills. Challenging curriculum which provides opportunities to go beyond expectations in phonics, mark making and knowledge and understanding of the world. Specialist teachers in dance, music, French, sport and musiccal theater throughout the week with Tuesday morning given over to multi sports sessions in Kensington Gardens.
STEM focus activities on a Thursday afternoon. A maximum of 8 children in a group throughout the nursery with an adult to child ration of 1:4 for the little ones. Highly qualified and motivated staff led by the experienced and charming headmistress, Jo Stephenson (previously long-term head of Pooh Corner Kindergarten Nursery). Children gaining places in many of the competitive entrance local schools with many going onto nearby Thomas Kensington (11 last year), Glendower, Falkner House Girls and boys, Garden House, Kensington Prep and Francis Holland.
Address: St James House, 13 Kensington Square, London W8 5HD
Age range: 2-5 years old
Timings: AM 8:45-12pm, PM 8:45- 1pm
FT 8:45-3:30pm
Fees: AM £4,195
Lunch £300 a term
Afternoon session: £700 a term
