Once your child’s place is confirmed, we’ll arrange their start date and any settling-in sessions needed, so they feel happy and ready to join us.

Extraordinary beginnings

Welcome to The Kindergartens

Set in the heart of London communities, our ten Nursery Schools offer an outstanding pre-school experience. With a variety of different settings, from smaller, cosier groups to larger, more bustling spaces, no matter which one you choose, each share an ambition to nurture enthusiastic, kind, confident and imaginative young people.

We believe it’s important for children to be introduced to as many new experiences as possible, and so our time together is filled with an ambitious and enjoyable mix of indoor and outdoor activities. As well as learning, we make sure to spend plenty of time exploring ways to expand their imaginations, boost their creativity, and embrace the wide-eyed joy our little adventures can bring.

In each of our Nursery Schools you’ll find a friendly, experienced and knowledgeable team, ready to welcome you and your child. We’ve always been passionate about building strong relationships with parents, and we’ll make sure to keep you involved every step of the way, sharing progress, shaping goals and celebrating achievements together.

But the only true way to discover is to come and see for yourself – we can’t wait to meet you and your family.

I am incredibly proud to be part of The Kindergartens. We have exceptionally high expectations of our children, and have the joy of watching them grow into confident, curious and happy young people. Our children are independent learners, and receive the best care and support from our highly skilled teachers. Above all, we want each and every child to leave The Kindergartens ready for the next step in their educational adventure.

Jo Allen, The Kindergartens Principal

Staff are highly skilled and provide a curriculum that helps children to progress. Children enter eagerly, confident in the knowledge there will be something exciting or interesting for them to do.

Ofsted, The Park SW11, 2022

Where knowledge is shaped

Our curriculum

At the Kindergartens, we help prepare children for a confident step into their educational journey. Our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum has been designed to shape curious, enthusiastic and motivated young minds, as well as broadening imaginations, unlocking creativity, and encouraging a true sense of adventure.

Communication and language: Developing communication, speaking and listening skills to use with both adults and their peers.

Physical development: Immersion in a wide range of sports and activities to increase their coordination, control, manipulation and movement skills.

Personal, social and emotional development: Establishing a sense of self and personal identity, along with developing an outward awareness of oneself.

Expressive arts and design: Increasing children’s creativity through activities which promote curiosity, exploration and play.

Literacy: Preparing for education, we begin by encouraging children to link sounds and letters for a smooth transition to reading and writing.

Mathematics: Exploring the foundations of mathematics whilst encouraging children to learn, practise and discuss their developing knowledge.

Understanding of the world: Providing information and instilling curiosity in an age-appropriate way to help children to make sense of the world.

Where curiosity grows

Forest School

Originating from Scandinavia in the 1950s, Forest School increases children’s understanding of, and appreciation for, the outdoors in a play-based environment. It forms an integral part of our curriculum, as we’ve found real experiences help make learning more purposeful and meaningful.

Forest School supports children to: • develop an appreciation of nature and all living things • make independent choices • assess their own risks • work as part of a team • inquisitively question the world around them • build their problem-solving skills • adopt a positive attitude to learning

We find our own slice of nature within the capital by taking fortnightly trips to Wimbledon Common and Holland Park. Activities include understanding signs of seasonal changes, observing wildlife and insects, and learning how to use real tools safely. Forest School is designed to allow children the opportunity to ‘give things a go’, and so we offer consistent encouragement and praise to create a positive experience.

Where creativity flourishes

Specialist lessons

Our curriculum is supplemented with a range of specialist lessons which provide rich, enjoyable and exciting experiences each day. These are taught by our trusted network of specialist external teachers who provide the highest quality instruction.

• Sports • Dance • Drama • Music • Ballet

Afternoon club

We run an extensive range of afternoon clubs at each of our Nursery Schools. Not only does this support childrens transition to school and prepare them for a longer day, it builds their independence and confidence in encouraging them to try new and exciting experiences. These include but are not limited to:

• Art • Movement and dance • Tennis • Construction • Science • Drama • Multi-sports • Science and nature • Little Artists

Special events

We organise a range of additional events throughout the year which offers the opportunity for parents to come along and be part of their child’s journey. This includes charity events, summer fairs, nativity plays, poetry recitals, sports day, picnics and end-of-term parties.

We also enjoy our annual ‘Make a difference day’, which has been designed to give children the experience of ‘giving’ and helping others. Previous activities have included visiting a local charity shop, and delivering flowers to care homes near us.

Our nursery schools

At The Kindergartens, we welcome children from the ages of 2-5 years old. Discover our ten unique spaces, filled with character, warmth and laughter.

Children can join us at any point during the term, from the day of their second birthday.

We highly recommend visiting our nursery schools to get a true feel for the different environments and teams before making your decision. Our private showrounds offer the opportunity to meet our teams, hear more about our curriculum and daily routines, along with being able to ask any questions you might have.

Our admissions process

1. Arrange a showround at one or several of our nursery schools by contacting us on 020 3540 1082, or by emailing admissions@thekindergartens.co.uk

2. During your visit, if you’d like to register your child for a place you can do so with the Registrar.

3. Once your child’s place is confirmed, we’ll arrange their start date and any settling-in sessions needed, so they feel happy and ready to join us. Page 11 Bumble Bee SW11 Page 12 Mouse Hole SW11 Page 13 Mouse House SW11 Page 14 The Crescent II SW17 Page 15 Mouse House SW18 Page 16 The Park SW2 Page 17 The Park SW11 Page 18 Pooh Corner SW7 Page 20 Pooh Corner W8 Page 21 Mouse House SW6

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