Community engagement programs in London

“Our little child started nursery when he was 11months old and had a quite complex heart condition. The compassion and determination from the Boys and Girls Nursery Stanmore to cater for his complexities and ensure they could take our son on was brilliant. Even before he started they went over and beyond to speak to all of the healthcare professionals to ensure that they could fully cater for our sons needs. From Amy and Chloe and Sharon for all the admin things to get him over the line. From Rachel and team in nursery where they got him turning over (even though he was months delayed) to then crawling and walking. To then Lisa/ Amelia and team in pre-toddlers post his operations helping him build the strength to do all of the activities and become a chatter box. To then Sinead and team in toddlers to then prep him to join his new school. We cannot thank you all enough for your efforts, we as a family are truly grateful and happy that Boys and Girls Nursery was his first academic home.”

“Great nursery. Facilitates are great, especially the big garden which has a climbing frame, fish pond, sandpit, guinea pigs. They even had incubated chicks earlier in the year. The staff are great and have been working there for years which is always a good sign. My daughter loves it.”

“Thanks to all the teachers who had our children while we went to work to safe lifes.”

“Little Learners Nursery has a fantastic team of welcoming and friendly staff. My daughter is excited to come to school everyday and the teachers have helped build her self confidence with her peers. I would highly recommend this nursery and have done to local parents who now send their children to little learners.”

“My kids loved the WCS summer camp at Orley Farm! It was their first time going to summer camp and they loved it! Had a few tears on the last day of camp. All staff members were lovely and engaging. Well done everyone! We’ll definitely be back next summer!”

“I attended the beginners painting course and had a wonderful time. The course tutors were brilliant, it was really fun and I’m excited to book another course soon. Highly recommend :)”

“Our daughter has had the best 2 years at Willows Hammersmith and we will have the fondest of memories from her time there. The staff have been tremendous throughout and there is a great atmosphere around the nursery. Blenda and her team do a fantastic job and we wish them all the very best for the future, thank you!”

“A great stage school with fantastic teachers who work very hard to get the best out of all of their students. Each year I'm so impressed with their shows which take place at The Towngate Theatre. They are delivered to an extremely high standard and you can tell that all the students love taking part. My daughter loves going to San-Marie!”

“Very quick service, friendly staff, great drink, clean environment. Nakshatra is really nice and helpful. She is the best staff at there!”

“My daughter did the summer holiday club to perform Moana in a week. Was the first time for her, she absolutely loved it! Teachers were really lovely, I was amazed what they achieved in a week.”

“Attended a party here. Nicely placed for children’s party. A bit hard to find entrance to location.”

“First time to SWPH elephant and impressed staff are helpful and friendly. Play: The Code set in 1950s Hollywood. The Code, Hayes Code was a code of conduct setting out moral issues could be portrayed on the screen. Nudity and homosexualty. The Code was similar to the previous censorship of plays exercised by The Lord Chamberlain in London. The cast are excellent especially John partridge and Tracey Bennett, last seen at the national theatre this year. Sadly ends very soon after a successful run. Worth seeing again if returns.”

“Went to see Ten in the Bed today and was completely blown away. My 4 year old and not even 2 year old were captivated the whole way through. It was funny and poignant and the acting was brilliantly expressive and physical to help kids follow the dialogue. I want all my friends to take their kids to see it but it’s only on this week! The theatre staff themselves were very welcoming. We’ll be back!”

“Small beautiful theatre, excellent acoustics. It's so near to the actors it gives the impression you too are interacting! Always good quality plays, very intense ones! Highly recommended for theatre lovers. And at affordable prices!”

“We did a team away day here from my organisation and it was the best ever. Getting to build make, repair and be involved with such a great charity was amazing. The food for lunch was brilliant and fresh. I would 100% recommend for a team away day, it was the best one we have had”

“Helpful staff, good ambiance, good selection of films. Would highly recommend this community cinema. Wide selection of alternative snacks .. you may be advised to take cash as a back up to card, as on odd occasions the internet let's the card machine down! This does not affect the movie however.”

“This is a really lovely small venue that regularly puts on amateur dramatic performances. The drinks are cheap and the staff are really friendly- a great way to spend f a night out!”

“I am very happy that I chose this nursery. My son loved it from the first days. All the members made his adaptation very easy and pleasant, so much that the first week when I came to pick him up, he was crying because he didn't want to leave. Thank you all for the care, love, support and contribution to my child's development. It’s been amazing seeing him happy to attend and spend his days at little smile! I definitely recommend it!”

“Trained and experienced staff , always ready to respond to our child’s individual needs. As a Mum I would like to say Thank you for all your hard work and for creating such a positive and stimulating environment for the children . Deyar and Nazira ( beautiful ladies with beautiful hearts) have been very supportive and positive towards my child throughout the years. The graduation ceremony was very special heartwarming celebration of the children's accomplishments and a lovely way to mark their transition to the next stage of their learning journey. The children looked adorable in their gowns and mortarboards. The ceremony was well-organized and created a memorable experience for both the children and their families. We love this nursery and all the staff♥️”

“It's my children's (Temilola and Pharrell) school . They say it's amazing . The headteacher is Mr Craft , but I April it would be Ms(Mrs) Scotts.”

“My son Pedro Henrique, has a very good time at the Limitles camp!!! highly recommend! Congratulations to the organizers! I have complete confidence !!!”

“My daughter has been coming to grayes for many years and what an amazing school it is. She has thrived there thanks to la and the outstanding teachers. Long term friendships made and many fantastic memories. If you are looking for a dance school that is fun friendly & professional then Grayes is it. Thank you Grayes!”

“Our son attended Teddington Busy Bees since 2019, joining when he was 7 months old. The team and management have been so welcoming over the years and have really supported his introduction to an early years setting and encouraged his development. The nursery faced many challenges during covid 2020/2021 up to the first part of this year, but the staff balanced both covid safety messures all the while ressuring the children and parents that the nursery would be a safe ,secure friendly environment. I am truely thankful for all the wonderful memories he has created, social and physical development coupled with friendships formed with children and staff . The staff have been key in his development, regardless of which room he has been in all the staff have got to know him and continued as he moved through each room. He is now ready to start reception today , he is more than ready thanks to the wonderful team at Busy Bees. Highly recommend the nursery.”

“Warm, professional, and truly child-focused Little Lamps Nursery has been amazing for my 3.5-year-old daughter. The staff are caring, patient, and attentive even during her early settling-in and recent illness. Every day is packed with creative play, emotional learning, and genuine joy. They celebrate each child’s background and make families feel supported. My daughter always excited to go to nursery! means that she is enjoying and love being with her friends and teachers. Couldn’t ask for better!”

“We’ve sent both our DS to this nursery over the last 3 years. The consistency of care is fantastic; same consistent carers mean they have really taken care and helped our sons to develop. They worked with us through any “leaps”, teething or potty training situations. The chef David has been amazing, catering to their dietary needs (vegetarian, no onion/ garlic) with a smile and enthusiasm. The boys over the years have really enjoyed each day and their time especially with the Montessori approach. We get verbal feedback at the end of each day (whether a quick brief or more detailed as required). We loved that the boys were taken outside to the green common next door whenever feasible and were exposed weekly to music afternoons and exercise / sport sessions. They come back having painted, played, read books, learnt about culture and everything in between. The carers have been amazing - Kim, Rosa, Camilla, Lucy, Tiana, Prima, Cara, Leena, and recently Saheeda - we’ve known most of these over the last 3 years if not all of them (and they are still there!) - that consistency of presence and care has been incredible in providing a “second home” to our children. They know our boys, and saw them grow up from less than 12 months of age to 3 years. It was a really warming and caring environment which helped nurture our sons at such a young age. The love given to them (even at their worst times) was and has been invaluable. We’ve (all of us) had a truly happy experience with the fortune green team. From our perspective and from what I heard from parents at other nurseries, this is the one of the best nurseries in West Hampstead; despite others perhaps being more convenient location wise, or “newer”. Finally, this review has not come as a one-off assessment or as a new parent who recently joined; it’s over 2-3 years of experience with two very different type of DS. Thank you to the fortune green team for being there with us for our boys; my wife and I will not forget our time together and for ALL the right reasons. Lots of love S&K, A&V.”

“Great staff, l remember when my baby got his BCG , it was a cold and rainy day but it ended up being a good day for my baby and l , the place was conducive for breastfeeding and relaxing and the staff were all so nice ,my baby was still a newborn and l was exhausted but that day my energy was boosted and made me more confident of going out and wanting to attend more class.”

“Just being inside this magnificent building is an experience in itself! The interior is absolutely stunning, and the seats are really comfortable. The staff are friendly and welcoming. We saw Carmen — my fifth time seeing this timeless opera — and it was as nice as ever. It was a good performance!”

“Fabulous service, foods and fresh tasty coffee's from an independent cafe in a super location which helps lots of lovely young people increase their confidence and experience in the community. Brilliant management thank you for your work with Cafe Sunshine.”

“I’ve been in this Cafe for lunch, it’s a small town and this was the only place that had a good vibe. The food is average but the team is very kind and considerate. I was happy with my choice!”

“Nice exhibition space. Went here to see an exhibition of paintings of Africa and India by my friend's father.”