Learning through play schools in London

“My little one and I have just completed the Baby Development course run by Frances. As a new mum it's quite nerve-wracking trying a baby sensory class wondering whether it's the right one for you and your baby, and having tried a few it's safe to say that we have found the perfect class for me and my baby. The classes have been quite small and intimate which has allowed us to get to know Frances well, as well as interact with other new mums. She is really invested in all the babies and parents that attend her session. We love her sessions, have learnt baby massage skills which I still use on my baby every evening as part of his bed time routine as well as some of the sign language and songs. We can't wait for discovery tots which is the next level up from baby development.”

“Five stars with bells on! Our two children adore Vicarage Christ Church nursery. Our eldest still talks about being there with huge affection and remembers so many of the incredible activities they did. These ranged from free play to playing with foam to cooking to topic-based craft activities. The children play outside on tricycles, slides, obstacle courses and have story time under the trees. The dedicated and fun staff take the on regular walks onto Sheen Common and sometimes on Nursery excursions to see the trains or into Richmond Park. Meanwhile, embedded within all their learning is an understanding of letters, sounds, numbers and developing social skills. Our youngest is still at the nursery and runs to see his teachers with excitement every morning. The children all look adorable in their red and white smocks and we regularly see photographs and are provided with updates of their activities and on their progress. Both our children grew in confidence in the teachers (who have been their for ages) care, and I couldn’t think of a better nursery and start to their schooling than Vicarage Christ Church Nursery.”

“We had visited quite a few nurseries for my 18-month old and and were thrilled to find Crafty Wizards preschool which unusually for a preschool takes from 18-months. We love the format that all ages are mixed together promoting peer learning and the setting is intimate and personal. The staff are wonderful and really care about the kids. There are two gardens, one of which is a bit like a small forest school with a mud kitchen, which our little one loves. Since day 1 he’s been so happy to be there with zero separation anxiety. Highly recommend to other parents who want something different to the usual nursery format.”

“Our daughter started attending just before her third birthday, and the care she received has been exceptional. The staff are not only kind and caring but also genuinely invested in each child’s development. They provided specific feedback tailored to our daughter, which made us feel that she was truly known and valued. I can’t express how much this nursery feels like a second home for her. The staff’s warmth, care, and attention have made all the difference. They treat her like family, and it shows in her happiness every day. We’re grateful to have found such a nurturing and loving nursery.”

“Words cannot fully express our gratitude to St. Panteleimon Nursery. A heartfelt thank you from our entire family for the love and care you've shown to our beloved child (Viaan Gupta). Your warmth and welcoming nature have meant so much to both us as parents and our child. The staff have been incredibly supportive, and our child has loved every moment, taking their first steps towards independence. You were always there whenever we needed help, support, or advice, and always with a smile and kindness. We knew the nursery had an outstanding rating by Ofsted, and now we truly understand why. Our son has learned so much and had a wonderful experience at nursery. A special thank you to Ms. Andri Kyriakidou, Anjal Ahluwalia, Neha Vekariya, Khloe Barton, and Mr. Christos Kyriakidis for all that you've done for my child (Viaan Gupta) ! Thank you! :)”

“My son loves going to nursery now. He excitedly runs to get to press the doorbell to go in and comes out smiling at pick up. It wasn't an easy start for him as he hadn't been away from me apart from with a couple of other family members before. Staff were accommodating and mindful of his needs and discussed with me how to help him settle and worked to find a strategy that made him feel nursery was a safe space. They were also very kind when I had my own little wobble as I was feeling worried about the whole situation. I love that new activities are set up each day. Pictures of these and of what the kids are up to are posted on the private parents facebook group a couple times a day. It means we can show my son and chat about his day and what is going on at nursery. It helps build his speech, but also allows us to learn more about who is important to him at nursery and what he enjoys even though he isn't yet able to express it fully in words. My son enjoys being outside. With the nursery's vast garden and free flow between in and outdoors most of the time, he clearly makes the most of it. Good wipe down coat advisable.”

“I cannot express enough how amazing our experience has been at this nursery! It has been a truly wonderful place for my child, who has not only learned so much but has also had an incredible amount of fun. The staff is caring, attentive, and highly professional, creating a warm and welcoming environment that made my child feel safe and happy every day. My little one always came home with a big smile, excited to share stories about the activities and friends at the nursery. It’s clear that the team puts a lot of thought and effort into making the experience enjoyable and enriching for the children. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and joyful place for their child. Thank you for making this such a positive and memorable experience for us!”

“My daughter has been attending this nursery for a year now when she was 11 months old and I always find her cheerful there - it feels like a second home to her. I would like to say this is one of the best childcare centres in this area. I was very skeptical initially as a mum to leave my daughter the whole day (10hours). All the staff members Veerpal, Dale, Shazia, Tahira, etc including the head teacher Himanshu are so nurturing, supportive, caring, attentive, kind and helpful to her as well as the other babies. I have always found the key worker Veerpal to be very communicative about my daughter's progress (including the online updates about her progress) and the way she allowed my daughter to take her time to settle in. Whenever I needed any kind of adjustments the whole staff including admin team was always supportive and efficient. The staff do invest a lot of time, effort and patience to allow babies to explore and be independent. I was surprised when I saw my daughter wanting to drink water/milk in a cup on her own without spilling, Building sand castles, messy plays, spending a good amount of time daily in the garden, allowing babies to make individual decisions, making shapes out of play dough, exploring natural materials and nature, singing various rhymes and describing the characters from the story, etc They do have a lot of extra activities for kids accompanied by parents. A yearly outdoor (farm) trip for the kids and parents. Visits to religious places accompanied by parents, obstacle course, etc I have seen a lot of improvements and her skills being enhanced each time. I would highly recommend the Grove house infant centre to anyone looking for a childcare / nursery in the area.”

“My daughter has been in the Lodge since Jan and we couldn’t be happier. She has flourished in so many areas of development, especially her social skills being surrounded by caring nursery staff as well as other kids. We get great updates with so many photos which gives us so much comfort that my little one is enjoying her day. The environment is very homely with the staff knowing all the children and the owner, Natasha, making the effort to get to know the parents as well.. my daughter especially loves her key worker, Georgeta, who has helped her settle into nursery so well and kept us updated of all her key milestones at nursery”

“We couldn’t be happier with the care our son receives at Gwendolen House Nursery. We are highly impressed by the warm, nurturing environment, and the passionate, dedicated staff who genuinely care about our child’s well-being and development. Our standout feature of Gwendolen House Nursery is its exceptional outdoor space. It’s an inspiring area for exploration and discovery. The children have the freedom to enjoy fresh air, learn about the environment, and get involved in hands-on activities, all within a safe and beautifully maintained space. Indoors, the facilities are equally impressive – spacious, homely, and filled with engaging activities and resources to help the children learn and develop through play. My son has made wonderful progress since joining, becoming more confident and independent with each day. Communication with parents is also fantastic. I always feel well-informed about his progress and the activities he's been enjoying. I would wholeheartedly recommend Gwendolen House Nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing environment for their child to learn, while having lots of fun.”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars It was my first time visiting Softplay with my 15-month-old, and I was pleasantly surprised! The area was spacious, clean, and not overcrowded at all. I loved that they had separate sections for different age groups — including a special area just for little ones up to 18 months. Everything was well supervised. One of the staff members was especially attentive, always making sure the older kids didn’t wander into the baby area and that everyone followed the rules. It made the experience feel very safe and respectful for everyone. The whole place was spotless, the vibe was great, and even the food was good! I also really appreciated that we didn’t need to pre-book — we just walked in, and for the whole family, it was only £11.50 for a two-hour slot, which is amazing value. Overall, it was a wonderful experience — clean, well-organized, and welcoming. I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!”

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“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.”

“My son has just finished his first year, I was super nervous about leaving him for the first time but I knew every time I left he was being well cared for. I viewed 10 other play schools/nurseries and none of them compared to the warm feeling at St Andrews. My son tells me about the different things they explore each term and how much fun he has had, especially in the giant sand pit. All the staff are amazing and you can tell they love all the children, my son especially loves his key worker Zoe and constantly talks about her! We look forward to returning in the new year!”

“I was reccommend this nursery when I sent my son here, who is now 9! He has such happy memories and still talks about his time here even to this day. When I had my daughter, who is now 2, I did not hesitate to send her to Toddle In Group too. It was lovely to see many of the same faces as when my son was there. My daughter is also having a great time and it is lovely to hear all the new things you she has learnt which she tells me about. The staff are lovely and I always feel at ease leaving my children in their care. Thank you.”

“We have been going to Gymboree Sevenoaks for the past 2 years. It is a fantastic place and the staff make you and the children feel at ease very quickly. The activities are well prepared and thought through. There is a variety of activities and every week there is a different theme. We have seen a notable improvement in our little ones' development. We also recently decided to organise a bday party. We are EXTREMELY happy we made this choice. I don't think we could have chosen a better place and staff. All guests left really satisfied and most importantly our little one with a big smile on their face. Thank you Gymboree team!”

“I'm thrilled with RIMU Music Day Nursery! The staff are wonderful, my child is always happy, and the constant updates and observations on Famly are a great touch. Highly recommended!”

“We feel incredibly blessed to have found The Gower School - Montessori Nursery! From day one, the staff has been nothing short of amazing. All of the teachers are true professionals — caring, kind and enthusiastic — with a genuine passion for teaching (not only children but their parents as well. We found their lectures and courses very useful). Core day activities, music, ballet, sports, forest school, French - everything is excellent. They go above and beyond to ensure that each child is not only happy and comfortable but also continuously progressing. We are grateful for how supportive they’ve been during the sometimes difficult settling-in process with our younger daughter, always providing patience and understanding. It truly feels like they are part of our family. We're especially grateful for the support the staff provided in helping our older daughter prepare for her 4+ assessments. Thanks, in large part, to their dedication and expertise, she was accepted into the top selective schools in North London. A huge “thank you” to everyone at the nursery for taking such wonderful care of our precious children! I firmly believe this is the best nursery in London.”

“I was impressed by how organized and informative the London Zoo is. I visited with students to do a conservation workshop, and the quality of learning was outstanding. The zoo was incredibly clean, and constructed with so much purpose and intentionality. I appreciated that many animals that require larger enclosures were not located at this property and instead out at Whipsnade, though I still found it a little jarring having a zoo in the middle of a city, with roads literally passing through the middle of it. However, we saw how much work was being done to provide support and care for the animals, and it was clear that they are intentional in all they are doing. Would definitely recommend and visit again.”

“One of the best school in Harrow very nice teachers”

“I joined frobel in this summer for my GCSE preparation. I have found teachers and management very helpful and professional. My teachers are halping me in improving my grades very well. I highly recommend this tuition centre. My teachers, Mr Shah, Mr Farzeen were very professional and highly educated.”

“Our kids attending this nursery and pre-school. It's great place to be in! Management is brilliant, always ready to help! Teachers have a lot of activities for kids to do, so little ones will not be bored and will learn alot! I Truly Highly recomending this place for all the families, you will not regret!”

“My daughter goes to this school and she loves it . Teachers are very helpful, every thing is very good at school. Definitely going to recommend this school.”

“One of the best nursery schools, this is my sisters school. She ABSOLUTELY loves it ! A staff teacher called "Rahima" is her teacher currently, she says Rahima is fun. This nursery is soo fun ! Recommended to send children to this lovely helpful fun school !”

“I had 2 of my children at leaping Toads nursery, and I can honestly say it was the most amazing experience. I am a very nervous parent, and it takes a lot for me to trust anyone with my children, but I did not have one concern while my children were in their care. My children were always so excited to go to nursery and created lovely bonds with all staff members. Sean and Jodie were my childrens key workers, and they made me so comfortable and always looked after my boys. My 2-year-old son was very close to Jodie. I am so grateful to her! The administrative team was also very good! Saman was always helpful and helped me whenever I needed it, alongside Arabella from billing. Overall, I would recommend everyone to send their children to Leaping Toads nursery as it was the most positive experience for me and my family.”

“Myself and my husband could not recommend this preschool enough. My daughter absolutely loves her preschool, she is excited to go every day. Even when it’s the weekend or school holidays she is always asking when is she going to see her teachers. All the teachers are so lovely and caring, they are all so happy to be there. They genuinely care about each and everyone of the children, and make their days so enjoyable! It’s a joy just to watch them with the children when you go to collect them. All of them always have smiles on their faces and are very approachable. They are also a great support to you as parents as well! Im going to be sad when my daughter leaves to start reception, As I know she will miss her teachers and all the other school children. But I’m hoping I can get my son into this preschool when he is old enough to attend! Love this preschool and the whole team!”

“This outstanding ranked school has been there for several decades and the teaching staffs are caring and responsible.”

“We have been part of the Fountain family for 5 years. It’s a very nurturing and loving environment- the teachers are excellent & can see how much they care about each child. With the recent challenges faced due to Covid-19, the nursery has responded extremely well in getting back up and running with the safety measures put in place. We feel reassured with the checks and practices implemented. Well done Fountain team!”