Learning in Richmond

“The one oclock club is like the dream backgarden but of your best friends house so you don’t have to tidy up! Your children can run wild with no shoes, get wonderfully wet and grubby and generally have a bit of a 90s childhood experience. There a thousand different toys to play and experiment. I’ve got a 4 year old and a 1 year old and it suits them both perfectly. They can explore the space independently and it’s the perfect size for me to keep an eye on them without hovering over them. We love it!”

“Done the Phlebotomy training with Stefania. She was such a patient and knowledgeable teacher. The training was very interactive, educative, and insightful. I’d do more courses with the school owing to my experience so far.”

“What an impressive building in the middle of the Richmond park. Commissioned in 1725 as a hunting lodge for George I, White Lodge remains part of the Crown Estate to this day and partly housing the well known The Royal Ballet School. Here a little bit of a history: A misunderstood politician John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute (1713–1792) was appointed Ranger of the Park by George III in 1761 and took up residence at White Lodge. In 1801, George III assigned White Lodge to Henry Addington (a middle-class Prime Minister), later Viscount Sidmouth, as a ‘grace and favour’ residence. Addington, who served as Prime Minister from 1801 to 1804, remained at the Lodge until his death in 1844. The Empress Elizabeth of Austria-Hungary (Sissi) (1837–1898) stayed at White Lodge for the hunting season in the summer of 1874. In 1881 Sir Henry Irving and Ellen Terry were guests, the famous Victorian actors, who had recently starred at the Lyceum Theatre as Hamlet and Ophelia in Shakespeare’s tragic play of Hamlet. In January 1912, the famous ballerina, Anna Pavlova, and her partner, Laurent Novikoff, performed at Richmond Theatre with the members of the Company of the Imperial Ballet, St Petersburg. Many decades later, students of The Royal Ballet School would follow in Pavlova’s footsteps, dancing each summer at Richmond Theatre during the 1970s and 1980s. On 13 August 1924, there was another royal birth at White Lodge. Prince Aleksander Pavlov Karadorevic was born to Princess Olga of Greece and Denmark and Prince Paul of Yugoslavia, in the same room as that in which Prince Edward of Wales had been born, 30 years earlier. The marriage of Mrs Reynolds Albertini and Colonel James Veitch of the Coldstream Guards was reported in the Evening News on 12 April 1950. They continued to occupy White Lodge after the war, and hosted Marshal Tito there when he came to England on a state visit, March 1953. The Foreign Office agreed to Tito’s entourage being 29 strong, but let only 12 reside with him at White Lodge. For security reasons, Tito was not accommodated in a London. During the Autumn Term of the new academic year 1955/6, the first cohort of students boarding at White Lodge had to travel to their daily lessons at the School's Colet Gardens site in Barons Court, as the Stable Block classrooms were not yet ready.”

“Fantastic school, does a good Job of teaching it's pupils I recommend this every parent”

“I had a haircut today and was very pleased. Amelia did a great job! Everyone was kind and they did exactly what I asked for. You also get a lovely head massage during the washing. Make sure you book in advance because they are always busy.”

“New deli in sheen village. Great location and amazing customer service. Products from UK and Europe, makes this international deli very inclusive and cater for all. If you are in East Sheen, you need to visit this deli. Even though this place is not a cafe as such, they do serve amazing coffee. Ask for Turkish coffee and you will not be disappointed. Merry Xmas and a healthy new 2023.”

“Such a great class! Julia is so lovely and my baby loved every session - we went for a full year. More affordable/accessible than lots of other classes out there and I met some really nice other mums/babies too. Would highly recommend!”

“Its great! very easy to book! No waiting time, quick, efficient and professional!”

“Kish is my daughter’s second home and she is looking forward to going in every day. The kids have space to run around, roll in mud and explore the way kids should. As a picky parent I can comfortably say that Kish provides the highest standard of care, teaches important values and guides the children to become the most wonderful humans every child has the potential to be.”

“Sudbrook is a lovely school, the children are loved and taught and come out with a good background. There is a great mix of physical and mental work coupled with healthy amounts of play. Honestly we could have done with having longer hours but if that's the worst problem then they are doing very very well. Highly recommended for your little ones. Not recommended as a sixth form college :) ......................”

“Lovely staff, so kind and nurturing and our little one loves it here”

“Great school. Beautiful outdoors.”

“Lovely little school.My daughter loves it here”

“Always been a fabulous school. My 3 kids adore it - the teachers care and the facilities are wonderful.”

“Excellent tuition in a friendly, relaxed setting. Lovely atmosphere, rhythmic music and coloured lights. It's like being on holiday!”

“The staff here are so amazing. My husband who has young onset dementia attends 2 days a week and I cannot fault the place . It allows me to have some freedom in the knowledge that he is safe and cared for.”

“Very caring, efficient and reliable service!”

“I cannot rate Masquerades highly enough my daughter loves it!! I saw her grow from being a shy little girl to a confident one who just glowed in class. They offer a real mix of singing dancing and acting which is great! 5 stars all round!!!”

“My pup has never looked so handsome in his new coat.”

“A polite, professional and knowledgeable staff. Sue very kindly helped me choose a gift for my partner, helping find a particularly stunning one whilst easily answering any questions I had.”

“As a parent to a 3-year-old toddler in the nursery, I write this review to share my current experience. Becket House Nursery is an exceptional place where children are nurtured, inspired, and encouraged to thrive. The teachers are truly remarkable, providing individualized attention and fostering a warm, caring environment where every child feels valued and supported. Their dedication to the children’s well-being and development is evident in every interaction, making it a joy to see the little ones flourish under their guidance. The nursery offers a perfect balance of structure and exploration, including twice-daily short walks to the nearby park where children can play, interact, and connect with nature. Dannie loves going to Becket House, where the safe and nurturing environment allows them to feel secure and happy every day, giving me peace of mind to leave her in such a trusted place. What truly sets Becket House apart is the passion and vision of the owner and nursery manager, who consistently strive to provide innovative and engaging experiences for the children, such as the NAO robot which provides interactive learning. Every day, they introduce professional activities from outside, such as drama, music with instruments, yoga, and sports, ensuring a diverse and enriching experience.”

“Wonderful nursery! My little one is really happy there. Staff is brilliant, caring and supportive. From the beautiful ambient of Marble Hill Park to delicious and nutritious food lovingly prepared daily. Teachers and management who genuinely care for children and their families. Great option for outdoorsy kids.”

“Spent 6 long happy years at the school loved it to bits loads of great memories Have visited a few times since being at University and my what modern buildings and facilities the school now has”

“My daughter loves her ballet and tap dance classes at Kew Academy of Performing Arts. She started a few months ago and always looks forward to her Saturday classes. She loves Miss Vicky, Miss Emily and Miss Lulu : )”