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How do I book a tour or visit the nursery?

You can visit our Contact Us page and contact us by telephone or email to schedule a visit.

I am not able to visit your nursery, what other options do I have?

We have a brochure available on our Home Page. Additionally, we can organise a phone call with our headteacher for you to ask any questions you may have.

Can my child visit the school prior to starting?

We offer a settling in session for all children joining us which takes place at the beginning of their starting term. The children will meet their teachers, classmates and explore their classroom.

How early do I need to register my child?

We recommend registering your child as soon as possible to secure a place and avoid disappointment. To visit our nursery, you can book a tour by emailing admissions@knightsbridgekindergarten.co.uk.

How do I register?

To register please visit our admissions page and complete the registration form along with the payment. Our Registrar will then contact you to confirm if there is an available place or if you will be placed on the waiting list. Please note that registration does not guarantee a place.

How do I secure a place?

If there is an available place, our Registrar will send you an offer letter requesting a deposit of £2,000. Once the deposit is transferred, the place will be secured, and a confirmation letter will be sent. The deposit will be refunded in your final invoice, provided that a full term’s notice is given.

How long are your waiting lists?

Our waiting list constantly changes, so we recommend contacting our Registrar for the most up-to-date information.

What are your opening and closing times?

We open at 8.45am and close at 3.30pm.

Are all staff members DBS checked?

Yes, all our staff are required to have a DBS check before starting with us.

Are you staff First Aid trained?

Yes, all our staff are First Aid trained.

What are the staff to child ratios?

The ratios as outlined by Early Years Foundation Stage are:

2-3 years

1 qualified adult: 4 children

3 years and above

1 qualified – adult: 8 children

However, we exceed this minimum requirement as we ensure the highest quality care and education is provided.

What should my child bring to nursery?

Your child should bring the school backpack available from our uniform supplier, nappies and wipes, a change of clothes including underwear and socks. All to be clearly labelled with your child’s name.

What meals and snacks are provided?

We provide lunches and snacks that are healthy and nutritious from a company called Little Tums. Fresh meals and snacks are delivered each morning to the school. Promoting healthy eating is a priority in our nursery.

How will my child’s progress be tracked throughout their time at nursery?

The children’s progress is tracked through observations and learning journals using an app called Tapestry, which parents can access to see their child’s progress and updates.

What is the EYFS?

EYFS stands for Early Years Foundation Stage. The EYFS is a curriculum implemented by the Government that outlines how we, as Early Years Teachers, ensure that your child is meeting the required developmental milestones. The EYFS is divided into 7 areas.

3 prime areas:

Communication
Personal, social and emotional development
Physical development

4 specific areas

Maths
Understanding the world
Literacy
Expressive arts and design

It is our responsibility to ensure that children are progressing appropriately for their age in these areas.

What is Forest School?

Forest School is an educational approach that emphasizes outdoor, nature-based learning. The approach originated in Skandinavia and teaches children about the world around them whilst developing cognitive skills like decision making and risk assessment.

The beautiful gardens of Belgrave Square are used by us each week for our Forest School classes led by our trained forest school teacher.

Do you have connections and relationships with future schools?

We have a partnership with all the local schools to ensure a smooth transition from nursery to school. We will have meetings with our parents to discuss future schools to help them make the right choice for their child. You can find a list of schools to which our children transition on our website.

What if my child has an accident at nursery?

Accidents do happen at nursery but of course we do our best to prevent them. If your child has an accident, we will inform you and provide any necessary First Aid. For serious incidents, we will seek professional advice through 999 or 101. We will keep you updated throughout this process. We record all accidents and incidents and can provide a record of these upon request.

How often will my child go outside to play?

Children will go outside daily, weather dependent, to play in our garden and local parks.

Do you have trips and walks?

We go on regular walks to visit the library, park and other local places of interest.

Do you provide any extracurricular activities?

We have many extracurricular activities such as music, dance, French, football and yoga included in the fees.

How and when do I pay the school fees?

At the beginning of each term, you will be given a sessions form to complete indicating which afternoon sessions you would like your child to attend. Once this is received, you will then be sent an invoice for the fees by email which you can pay by bank transfer.

Do you offer funded places for 2 and 3 year olds?

Funding is available for children from the term after their 3rd birthday. This is approximately £1,100 per term, however, this amount varies according to the length of the term. We do not offer 2 year old funding.

Do you accept childcare vouchers?

Yes we accept childcare vouchers.

My child has special education needs and or disability (SEND), what support do you offer?

We are fully inclusive, and we pride ourselves on adapting the care we provide to the individual needs of each child. We have a nursery SENCO and work collaboratively with parents and professionals to create individual play plans.

What is your Ofsted rating?

Our Ofsted rating is “Outstanding”, and this was obtained in 2024. You can find a link to our Ofsted report on our website.

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