The 30 Best Self discovery programs in London

“The retreat this year on Jnana Yoga was excellent. I have been attending their lectures and events over the last few years and these have helped shape my thinking and bring clarity. The retreat was well structured, location is beautiful and people are very friendly. Highly recommended!”

“I highly recommend Georgiana, from our very first session she created a safe space where we both felt immediately comfortable. Her approach was gentle but full of wisdom, our session flowed effortlessly and was never reminded about time. Georgiana is full of empathy and words resonated with us, she didn’t even have to ask to many questions we just opened up and quite often she knew what we were going to say, this is how great she is at what she does. Georgiana’s kindness extended beyond our session, she took time out of her morning to check on us. To say Georgiana is a life coach is so accurate she made us understand so much about how got to this point in our relationship and has given us hope that things will be great going forward. Thank you to this special woman x”

“Great to learn Korean and friendly staff!!”

“The London Stage School is a warm, inclusive school, where everyone is welcome. As someone who is not typical 'dancer' size, I have always felt accepted and confident attending classes here. If you have ever hesitated about taking classes, there is no reason to be hesitant about attending The London Stage School. Go for it!”

“Erin is a wonderful, intelligent and caring therapist who has changed my life. She is extremely knowledgeable, but most importantly, shares her knowledge, so as her patient you are not kept in the dark as you can be with some therapists, but can access greater understanding on many different levels as you process your experiences. Her guidance, expertise and patience have been invaluable to me. If you have CPTSD, childhood trauma or identity issues amongst other things, I would strongly recommend Erin.”

“Living in Notting Hill, you’re spoiled for choice of nurseries. I toured every one and my decision was easy. Being in Ladbroke Square Montessori feels like a warm hug. You can literally feel the joy exuding from the place. The children are engaged and thoughtful and most importantly thrilled to be there. The school truly puts children first. Offering every child a morning spot is a perfect example of this since most children are still napping when they start nursery. The lovely garden in the back and weekly visits to the gorgeous Ladbroke Square are two amazing perks. My daughter is actually disappointed on weekends because she is not going to nursery. She’s learned key skills and is set up for success to have a smooth transition to reception. I have made lifelong friends there as well as my children. I have now sent 2 children to nursery at Ladbroke Square. Best decision I ever made. It’s such a special place.”

“Wonderful nursery and amazing team here that has been looking after my child incredibly well for the last two years. They have been all very knowledgeable, caring and very supportive during every stages of my child's development. They plan lots of activities with and for children, encouraging participation from parents as well. Very quickly, the staff built the trust that I was very confident that kids grow and develop in a safe and comfortable environment in this nursery. The surroundings are beautiful as well. In addition to well-designed outdoor play area, the Chorleywood Estate gives unbelievable access to different animals, long walks, free play area in the nature. Lots of places to park your car too, which sometimes becomes an important thing to consider during busy drop off and pick up times. Overall, lovely community feel - highly recommend!”

“My daughter has been attending LESTA for 5 years and she absolutely loves it! It gives her a sense of purpose and belonging. The shows that Miss Leanne puts on are just incredible. The dedication and hard work really shines through her teaching. The pupils are a little community. It's really lovely to see. I highly recommend LESTA!”

“Our girls love going to ballet class! Gill is an amazingly inspirational teacher! She is completely devoted to the progress of her pupils and leads by example with her indomitable spirit even through these troubled times. We are immensely grateful for her unwavering efforts while still creating an atmosphere of disciplined fun and sophistication for her aspiring ballerinas. Highly recommended.”

“We have watched our daughter learn and experience so much since she has been with Dance Act. We have watched her grow her dance skills across many genres but also grow and develop as a person - being taught in a focussed, happy and inspiring environment by teachers who are not just good at what they do but make it enjoyable and fun for the children participating. Combining great teaching with a happy and expressive environment is exactly what Dance Act do. They actively promote the importance of teamwork and togetherness whilst also unlocking and building on induvial talent.”

“Having been chronically depressed and anxious for over 15 years, therapy with Anna-Maria has helped me bring more awareness to my life as well as more energy and happiness. Having had 3 different therapists prior to working with Anne-Maria in the past, doubts had started to creep in as to whether I'll ever feel 'normal' again and have non-negative emotions. However, I can fully advocate for therapy and suggest you take the time to find the right therapist for you. For me this was Anna-Maria and I highly recommend her. Therapy with her has changed the direction of my life for the better in every department: mental and physical health, work, social.. you name it! You will learn gain tools to transform your life and that too in a safe and professional environment. Words cannot describe the value she will bring to your life and I honestly cannot thank Anna-Maria enough.”

“The reduced cost therapy scheme at The Koan Practice helped me out in the most difficult period of my life and I was very happy to have support when I was in great difficulties, on a financial level as well as mental and so on. It was really good to see every week the same therapist to build trust, and I found that rather than a therapy we were co-creating the session, depending on what needed to be addressed. It took me few months to recover and I now feel much better and more confident. thanks so much”

“This is a wonderful local ballet school. My daughter has been attending classes here since she was 3 years old and is now 10. During that time, I have seen her progress so beautifully, developing confidence and physical control in her ballet technique. The teachers are all incredibly caring. They take safeguarding extremely seriously, and always have the children's welfare at the forefront of their minds. I have every confidence in their ability to look after my child, and it's obvious that they are adored by the kids. I would definitely recommend this school.”

“Worth the travel. Easy to find and park. Dean is easy to talk to and makes you feel at ease. He genuinely cares about your wellbeing and the general day to day of your life. Gives advice and is logical while being compassionate and gentle regarding your feelings and your situation. Thank you for the help and support over these last few months. I recommend Robin Corner Counselling to everyone. Thank you again :)”

“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.”

“The Courtauld Gallery is a really excellent exposition with a stupendous collection of impressionistic paintings! It’s free for students, staff is very helpful, the space is very clean… the whole experience was incredibly pleasant! The gift shop was very lovely, too. Highly recommended!”

“Well structured and modern building. The most amazing and attentive staff. The nursery makes sure they celebrate all important days as well as cultures. Very experienced management and have accommodated all of my child’s needs. Would certainly recommend!”

“CurioCity is the perfect place for our little daughter. We were quite concerned starting her at six months of age but the nursery staff put us so much at ease from the very beginning. The bond that the teachers share with the children in the baby room is so heartwarming and reassuring. Our daughter absolutely loves going there and gets very excited every day at drop-off. The children get exposed to many different experiences and the teachers are led by each child’s impulse & interests. What this nursery offers every day would be impossible to duplicate at home: different crafts, music, reading, muddy outdoor time (in the NEW garden area or the park), taking their nap outdoors when the weather allows in the summer months - all embedded in a comforting daily routine. My wife and I are completely in love with this nursery. The daily updates we receive on our daughter‘s development (including pictures and videos) are so precious to us! And the food they offer the little ones is AMAZING!!”

“Our son has been going to this nursery since August 24 (started at 1yo) and we are very satisfied with the quality of care they provide. Great communication and all the nursery teachers are great. Our son seems to be having fun and is happy going to nursery every day”

“Had my sons birthday party there and all the ladies were absolutely brilliant, the food was lovely and the customer service was outstanding, would highly recommend.”

“Excellent food - lots of variety and interesting choices. I had spicy fried 'fish' and then a sweet and sour tofu. Really good and very reasonably priced for London. Staff were lovely - we were served by a young lady who was super friendly and helpful. The chef popped out of the kitchen at one point too, to check we were enjoying it and to talk us through the satay sauce (which is so good we had to ask for extra!).”

“I couldn’t recommend Creative Kids enough. All of the staff are so caring and really listen to the needs of each individual child in their care. My kids love going to nursery and it’s such a relief to see them so happy and excited each day. I love that it’s not just all play but the staff create learning activities for the kids each day and support them when needed. The manager knows each child by name and very much has an open door policy for everyone. Emma sets an example for all the staff across the nursery and is such a lovely and caring person.”

“A wonderful Montessori school, with the best respect, care and attention for the children's individual potential.”

“We came to the school for our first dance lessons. The atmosphere during the classes was fantastic; we felt very comfortable. Instructor Piotr created a choreography that perfectly matched our style. The dance at the wedding left every guest in awe, and the applause was endless. We highly recommend Piotr's Dance School.”

“I can't find fault with this exceptional little nursery. Nurturing, friendly and run by an amazing team, our daughter left excited about starting school with a firm foundation for the years ahead. A lovely garden, access to the forest school, leasons in storytelling, nature awareness, drawing, writing, math, sharing and caring, all wrapped up with lots of fun. A break out room for wellness and quiet time, compost heap for environmental awareness, water play, crafting. I could go on. But the thing that impressed us the most was how much our little one developed in confidence in her year there. Both educationally and emotionally. Best decision we ever made!”