There are numerous nursery schools in south-west London, and choosing the right one for your child is a decision no parent takes lightly. Adaptable, approachable, and always happy to talk, we aim to be the best possible place for each child by getting to know them and their family. As a private nursery school in Putney, closeness matters to us in more ways than proximity alone: it’s feeling connected to the natural world and the people around us, and having the security and freedom to explore, discover and ask questions about anything and everything.Â
It’s also feeling a sense of belonging within a close community of families, at a school that cares about each and every child. As a nursery school in London that also offers a seamless path into our Prep School, we combine the warmth and flexibility parents look for with a distinctive educational approach that continues right through to Year 6 – where the relationships we build with parents are centred around the child, their happiness and their individuality
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When you walk into our Early Years classrooms, you will see children happily engaged in small tasks and selecting their own activities in different learning zones. Whether indoors or outdoors in our dedicated Early Years playground, skilled practitioners work alongside each child to naturally encourage learning, strengths and interests. Quite simply, it is a place where your child develops their confidence whilst feeling safe and having fun.
This child-led approach sits within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the framework that shapes learning for all children from birth to age 5 in England
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What is best for each particular child is always our priority, so families can choose from either half-day or full-day sessions. Children join us at age 3, so our academically focused lessons are in the morning, with projects and consolidation work in the afternoons. Children staying for a full-day session will, of course, receive a hot lunch cooked on-site as part of the fees.
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At Prospect House, we bring together elements of the Curiosity Approach, Reggio Emilia, and Montessori ideals in our classrooms through self-directed activities, hands-on learning, and collaborative play. We use a semi-structured timetable each week, giving children the chance to lead their own learning during ‘discovery time’, alongside more focused lessons introducing phonics, handwriting, mathematics and topic exploration. Specialist lessons are delivered by our Head of Sport, Head of French and Head of Lower School Music.
Explore our EYFS curriculum
Nursery at Prospect House follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the statutory framework for early education in England. The EYFS sets out seven areas of learning and development that shape everything we do in the Nursery classroom:Â
At Prospect House, these areas come to life through a language-rich environment, quality literature and storytelling, careful support for fine and gross motor development, and daily opportunities to build confidence, independence and healthy routines. Children are introduced to phonics and early mark-making, build number sense through counting, games and songs, and explore the wider world through hands-on investigation of natural materials. Music, dance, art and imaginative play run throughout, helping children develop their own creativity and self-expression.Â
We observe all of this through both adult-led and child-initiated activities and document it using Tapestry, so you can see how your child engages with the curriculum day to day. Visit our Areas of Learning page for a fuller look at each of the seven areas in practice at Prospect House.Â
Children join Prospect House Nursery at age 3. See Admissions or How to Apply for current entry information.Â
Yes. Prospect House is an independent school in Putney, South West London, with Nursery provision for children from age 3.Â
Prospect House offers a nursery within the school, with half-day and full-day sessions plus wraparound care, rather than operating as a standalone, all-year day nursery. While many families initially search for a day nursery in Putney, they often choose our private nursery school because of the seamless transition into our prep school environment. See Nursery Day for current hours.Â
Registration is at 8:30 am; half-day collection is at 12 noon; full-day collection is at 3:25 pm. Early drop-off and wraparound care are also available. Visit Nursery Day for the latest timings.Â
Nursery follows the EYFS areas of learning and combines child-led discovery with teacher-led activities, including phonics, handwriting, mathematics, topic exploration, outdoor learning and creative activities. See Areas of Learning for the full breakdown.Â
Yes. Families can choose either half-day or full-day sessions, and full-day children are provided with a hot lunch cooked on-site. See Nursery Day for current timings and Fees for current charges.Â
Our practitioners get to know each child, observe both adult-led and child-initiated learning, and respond to individual needs, strengths and interests. Tapestry is used to document observations and share them with parents.Â
Families can arrange a private tour, while How to Apply explains the admissions process and the usual entry point at age 3 into Nursery.Â
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