Community programmes in London

“Snowflakes is a great nursery. I'm really happy with it. My 1st son was there from 2009 - 2012 and I'm now back with my daughter who is just under 2. Both my children never cried going into the nursery. Staff are so nurturing , friendly, and professional. The manager is great, very approachable always receives me with a smile and willingness to help and make my daughter experience the best one. My daughter loves it there. I get daily updates with pictures of her and commetns on her development. For the very fewest times my daughter has been unwell or hurt herself whilst at nursery, staff have acted appropriately and informed me promptly. One of great things I love is also the fact that everything is included, from nappies, to milk, to food. For me as a working mum that is great, not to have to worry about having to pack a bag everyday.”

“My 10 year daughter loves being part of the Kidz got talent family, she only joined at the beginning of the year and has been welcomed so warmly. Nicole and the teachers are fantastic at what they teach and really give the dancers confidence all the time. Recently they have introduced virtual lessons keeping the dancers going and have dealt with the transition amazingly. Would highly recommend to friends and family (and have)”

“My Daughter has been going to stagecoach for many years now and really looks forward to her classes every Saturday. I’ve seen her confidence grow and stagecoach is definitely the one to thank for that. The experiences offered to the kids are brilliant, from doing shows at local fairs, workshops, and even big theatre productions. Felicity and the team are so passionate and professional, I would definitely recommend for any child who is interested in all things singing, dancing and acting!”

“Betti is an amazing dog walker. She has been taking my adopted crossed German Shepard for walks every single day since I got her. I needed someone trusted, especially since my dog arrived from another country, and I can honestly say I can not imagine anyone else looking after my Lusia. Betti is very knowledgeable, committed, and loves her job. My dog is so happy to see her every single time. She posts pictures and videos from every walk, so I can see how happy my dog is with other furry friends and what great progress she has made. You are doing a fantastic job, and I'm so happy I have found you.”

“I have been a student at DiscoG Coding Academy for 8 years, and it has been such an incredible journey. The atmosphere is truly homely, making it a place where you not only learn, but also feel genuinely supported. Thanks to Gerard's expertise and guidance, I achieved a perfect 70/70 in my Computer Science A-level coursework, which contributed to 20% of my overall grade. Gerard's many years of experience shine through in his teaching, making even the most complex of concepts understandable. Kat adds a vibrant energy to the classes, making each session exciting and engaging. What sets DiscoG apart is that it's more than just a place to learn how to code -- it's a true mentorship experience. Gerard and Kat have guided me not only in coding but also in life skills, by encouraging me to explore the parallels between Classics and Computer Science, for instance. Their dedication to their students' growth is unparalleled, and I cannot recommend DGCA enough. If you're looking for a place that nurtures both your coding skills and personal development, DGCA is the place to be. I write this review in sadness at the realisation that weekly classes for me have ended as I now move onto university, but I am reminded of the incredible students at DGCA, whose passion and creativity make me hopeful for the future of coding. I’m excited to see the next generation of coders and pioneers thrive, and I look forward to visiting often and contributing to this ever-growing community.”

“Friendly, great education, fantastic food, lovely rooms. Our daughter loves it and we feel confident dropping her everyday. Thank you to everyone”

“Great place for music practice or recording it also features a great and safe place for young people to play during after school clubs and it features only young women's day on Mondays after school hours!”

“We absolutely love the whippersnappers Christmas and fairy land and have taken our children several times. Always so magical with such attention to detail - such a joy to be part of.”

“Aysel and the team organised my daughter's 6th birthday party. Extremely professional, patient, organised and thorough. The team showed up promptly for venue set up and 2 onside managers made sure the party ran like a military operation. I will certainly be using them again and highly recommend the same of you!”

“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.”

“My toddler enjoyed his first formal sport lesson at the centre. Beautiful provision and lovely staff.”

“I went to see the Black Sabbath Ballet and was sat in the top tier, which offered excellent views of the stage. Really good sound and very comfortable seats. Ample bars and toilets, lots of space to hang around, good location and nice staff.”

“Great Gym with really good equipment!”

“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.”

“Sutherland has been a great nursery! Our son really enjoyed his time there, but he had to leave due to relocation. The highlight was the staff who were very kind and sweet. My son settled very well after a couple of weeks. He often wanted a morning cuddle from the staff with a smile on his face when I dropped him off in the morning. They did lots of fun activities, like making cards, costume party, celebration for national book day and sensory activities. The management team is very responsive. When I asked about the dietary plan and requested more meals with meat/fish, they acted in a few days to increase to 4 days/week with meat/fish. We also like their onsite kitchen so all the food could be prepared freshly for our son :) Their financial manager Julia is very friendly and helpful. She usually replies my email promptly with detailed answers. When my son needed to leave after giving notice, they made some adaptation for our schedule and waived some of the fee. That was very appreciated! We were a bit shocked by the 48hr quarantine policy regardless of the child's illness. That was challenging for us as two full-time working parents, but the manager said that policy will be reviewed in the future. Overall, our experience with Sutherland was great!”

“My daughter loves going to this nursery. They always welcome her with the biggest smile and make her feel special every time. My daughter has learnt so much since being there for the last year or so. She has become more confident and her breath of vocabulary has most definitely widened because of their teaching. When she comes home she is always repeating songs they sing during circle time. I would highly recommend this nursery as not only do they support the child to progress but also give really good advice to parents regarding potty training etc. Whenever I pick my daughter up I love how nicely the children play together and enjoys playing with her friends.”

“My daughter has been going to this nursery since we came out of the first lockdown and she absolutely loves it. We haven't had any negative experiences or reasons to complain. The first time we went to view the nursery, we were amazed at the space the children have to play and explore. The staff are always welcoming and ready to have a chat about your child's progress. A lot of times when my daughter comes back from nursery, she role plays her experience with her dolls and teddy bears like she is teaching them, that really helps me to see how she is developing. I am grateful for the teachers and the work they are doing. As a parent, I have the comfort in knowing that Ethelred Nursery is providing the best environment for my daughters growth right now.”

“Love the workshops and stay and play”

“I was pleasantly surprised at how well the children performed at CYTO. A huge credit to the theatre and the organisers.”

“Even though travelling here by car can be a nightmare during peak hours, the center itself is in a good location with a playground and greenery all around it. The staff were polite, friendly and very helpful with our appointment there.”

“Our eight and nine year old girls were scheduled for their first kayaking session yesterday, however, due to the weather, their introduction was replaced with canoeing, which the kids thoroughly enjoyed. To participate, you must be eight years old. They provide windsurfing, sailing, and canoeing in addition to kayaking. Excited to explore the other water sports. The personnel was welcoming and friendly. An additional perk is that parking is free on the premises. I would highly recommend.”

“Definitely worth checking out if you have little ones, free groups etc”

“Love love babas! Was my pregnancy craving and would come here all the time to eat! Still and always amazing, delicious and clean!!”

“I’m lucky enough to have the opportunity to volunteer every now and then teaching chair yoga in Masbro Centre. I’m Loving going there! The tea club it’s so fun, and with lots of different activities for the elderly!”

“Good for toddlers...fun ...every Wednesday we going there ..friendly staff and lots of toys for little ones”

“Very friendly staff and midwives. Had an excellent experience throughout my pregnancy.”