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Nursery at Garden House School
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Inspection data and key information above update regularly, however, this review below is refreshed bi-annually and may not reflect recent changes. Contact the nursery directly to confirm current arrangements. If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Forest School in Battersea Park, ballet at the main school and a small space for growing plants give Garden House School’s Kindergarten a day that reaches beyond its own building. This is the school’s nursery for boys and girls aged 3–4. Its premises are on Sedding Street, adjoining Holy Trinity Church at Sloane Square, rather than in the main school building.
Boys and girls learn together in Kindergarten. In October 2024, the nursery had 23 children attending; that is a dated roll figure, rather than a measure of available places. Classes across the school have a maximum of 20 children. For families, the distinguishing combination is a separate nursery base with access to specialist teaching and school facilities.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) connects early language and number skills with physical development, creativity, understanding the world and learning to manage relationships. Here, that means learning extends beyond reading and counting: communicating, moving, making and playing with others also matter. Specialist teachers take music, drama, French, sport and ballet, giving children contact with different teaching disciplines from the start.
French begins in Kindergarten through conversation and songs. Outdoors, children have space for activities and plant growing, while Forest School takes them to Battersea Park. Gymnastics and ballet involve going to the main school. The outdoor area at the nursery is small, so the park and access to other facilities are significant parts of the provision.
The October 2024 ISI inspection found that early years teaching responded to children’s interests and developmental stages, with effective work on letter sounds supporting progress in speaking, writing and reading. Children also chose play activities, practised taking turns with equipment and explored other people’s ideas through role play. These are practical foundations for independence and learning alongside others.
In October 2024, early years leaders communicated effectively with parents and kept children’s individual needs central to staff support. Assessment began with a baseline and continued through half-termly tracking, helping staff recognise special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) early and put suitable support in place. There were also sufficient paediatric first aiders in early years.
Support has conditions that families should understand. Children with SEND can be admitted where their needs fit the curriculum and the school has suitable resources and facilities. Parents must disclose known or suspected health, developmental and learning needs before interview; the school then determines whether it can meet them. Continuing support also depends on resources and whether remaining is judged to serve the child’s and school community’s interests.
School lunches offered healthy choices in October 2024, and dietary requirements were accommodated. The school’s Kindness Code gives everyday behaviour a clear focus, including sharing happiness, respecting belongings and talking to a trusted adult about worries.
Attending Kindergarten does not guarantee a Reception place. Nursery and Reception admission are separate decisions: families applying for Reception use the school’s 4+ application route, through an application form or the registrars. Priority is given to children with current or former siblings at the school.
For 4+ applicants, assessments take place in the spring term before entry, with dates communicated in the preceding autumn. Familiarity is a separate benefit: Kindergarten children already use the main school for gymnastics and ballet. That contact with the wider school is useful preparation, rather than an admissions entitlement.
Early Years Funding can be claimed through the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, alongside a Garden House EYF Form. Kindergarten funding options include 15 universal hours or, with an eligibility code, 23 hours comprising the universal allocation and eight additional hours. Funding can be credited against the following term’s fees or paid into a bank account.
Ballet, drama, music, swimming and outings are included in school fees; individual tuition attracts an additional charge. Contact the Bursar for current charges and funding information. Nursery enquiries go to admissions@gardenhouseschool.co.uk. Families can also request an Open Morning visit to see the school during its working day.
Garden House School’s Kindergarten is for boys and girls aged 3–4.
It occupies premises on Sedding Street, attached to Holy Trinity Church at Sloane Square.
There is a small outdoor area for activities and growing plants, and children attend Forest School in Battersea Park.
No. Nursery attendance does not guarantee Reception admission. The school has a 4+ application route, and sibling priority applies to children who have, or have had, siblings at the school.
Yes. Kindergarten options include 15 universal hours or 23 hours with an eligibility code. Families complete the local authority’s declaration and a Garden House EYF Form.
