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Nursery at Knightsbridge 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 If you spot anything outdated or inaccurate, please let us know.
Self-chosen play, Forest School and early language learning give Knightsbridge’s nursery its character. Children can pursue their own interests while beginning literacy and number work, with creative activities alongside them. This is a school nursery with a clear emphasis on learning through play.
The nursery registration route covers ages 3–4. Based at 67 Pont Street in Knightsbridge, it belongs to the school’s early years section. In April 2026, that section included one nursery class; the wider early years roll should not be treated as the nursery’s capacity.
Choice shapes the learning. Children select activities, while teachers guide their first steps in understanding words and numbers. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) combines these beginnings with social development: talking together, sharing space and learning to work with other children. For parents, the practical distinction is that play carries learning rather than simply filling time between lessons.
The early years programme includes Spanish or French, alongside drama, dance, art and music. Outdoor learning has its own space, with messy play extending classroom activities outside. Forest School introduces exploration of nature; park climbing and tennis also feature in the early years prospectus. These give physical activity a place alongside language and creative work.
ISI’s inspection of 21 to 23 April 2026 found that the broader early years provision developed children’s independence and supported good progress. Its examples make the learning tangible: children used coins in a pretend shop, built a tall tower together and investigated whether tissues could be flushed. Such tasks give counting, discussion and cooperation an immediate purpose.
Specialist PE also forms part of early years learning. Sweeping sand with brushes develops larger movements, while fitting jigsaw pieces exercises finger control. Small practical tasks matter here.
Adults in the early years know children individually and adapt their help accordingly, with consistent communication between staff and parents. Emotional support includes listening to children, talking through feelings and recognising achievements. The Head of Nursery also holds the school’s designated safeguarding lead role, connecting nursery leadership with safeguarding responsibility.
At mealtimes, early years staff watch for choking risks and maintain suitable staffing ratios. The catering policy covers most dietary needs arising from allergies, intolerances, religion or culture, and allows individual food-allergy plans. Families should share those needs during registration so arrangements can be considered before their child starts.
SEND support can begin with classroom adaptations and progress to small-group or individual help, overseen by the Head of Learning Support. Provision depends on staffing, expertise and resources; external specialist therapy or assessment is privately arranged and funded unless otherwise agreed in writing. Parents contribute to support planning and reviews.
Physical access. The school occupies adjoining buildings with stairs and narrow corridors, and has no accessible toilets on site. Families whose child has mobility needs should consider these constraints alongside the proposed adjustments.
Nursery attendance does not guarantee a Reception place. Existing nursery families should confirm progression and registration requirements with admissions. Reception applicants use the school’s Reception registration route. The admissions policy makes entry conditional on space and entrance requirements, and allows the school to refuse progression when it cannot meet a child’s educational, social or pastoral needs.
For Reception applicants, the policy describes a parent meeting, possible observation in their current nursery and a stay-and-play opportunity. These are admissions activities, rather than an entitlement created by attending the nursery.
Nursery fees are structured by term. Lunches, clubs, residential trips and additional support are among the separately charged items, while school trips are included. Contact admissions@knightsbridgeschool.com or 020 7590 9000 for current charges and an enquiry; school tours can be arranged through the registrar.
Risk assessment reviews. The April 2026 inspection recommended more systematic review of risk assessments across the school, covering premises and educational visits. This is a whole-school improvement point for families to consider alongside the early years findings.
It covers children aged 3–4.
Early years examples include using coins in a pretend shop, building together and discussing shared activities, developing number understanding and social skills.
Yes. The early years provision includes an outdoor learning space, messy play and nature exploration at Forest School.
No. Reception admission is subject to places and entrance requirements. Existing nursery families should confirm progression and registration requirements with the school’s admissions team.
The catering policy covers most special dietary requirements and allows individual plans for children with food allergies.
