--- title: "Big Time Pre-Prep Nursery, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/big-time-pre-prep-limited-nw7-2hx-2716970 description: "Big Time Pre-Prep, a nursery in London — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Big Time Pre-Prep Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · 5.0 (1 Google review) · London Borough Of Barnet, Mill Hill Library, London, NW7 2HX · Barnet Number of places 46 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Barnet ## About this day nursery Big Time Pre-Prep offers a distinctive approach to early childhood education, drawing inspiration from the arts, theatre, and creativity. While the main Big Time Group offers various performing arts classes and camps, Big Time Pre-Prep specifically focuses on providing a high-quality educational experience for children aged 2 to 5 years. The day nursery aims to instil self-confidence from a young age, believing it to be crucial for future success, and emphasises developing life skills and independence both socially and academically. With a limited enrolment of 25 places, the day nursery prioritises quality over quantity, ensuring individual attention and a supportive environment for each child to flourish. The curriculum is environmentally conscious and culturally rich, designed to provide children with a well-rounded perspective. Experienced professionals guide children in their exploration and learning, fostering physical and creative development within a warm, friendly, and nurturing atmosphere. The nursery also places a strong emphasis on emotional and physical well-being, striving to build a supportive community for families. Our ethos Here at Big Time we believe that self-confidence is the key to a successful future. Empowering children from a young age helps them develop life skills and independence both socially and academically. Our aims are to revolutionise the way nurseries offer education and development with our arts, culture and educational approach. We will revolutionise the sector with an environmentally conscious, culturally rich curriculum that will provide your children with the rounded perspective, experiences and inspirations needed for modern living. What it's like Children are very happy and secure, forming strong attachments with dedicated staff who listen well to foster a sense of belonging. The nursery effectively uses information from parents to plan a curriculum that aligns with children's interests and changing fascinations. Children are resilient and curious, learning through effective role modelling and developing impressive language and literacy skills. Arts-focused curriculum Small class sizes Emphasis on self-confidence Culturally rich curriculum ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.thebigtimegroup.co.uk/class-fees) ## Key facts Opening hours 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday Age range 2-5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Staff 4 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Big Time Pre-Prep Last inspected 1 May 2025 · Mrig Divecha-Talker Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children display strong attachments with staff, including their key person. - Children develop impressive language and literacy skills, with a wonderful love of stories. - Children demonstrate high levels of engagement, focus intently on their work, and are expertly supported by skilled staff. - Children manage simple risks in their play, balance on circular swings, and access rich learning activities such as weekly yoga. - All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are optimally ready for their next steps in learning, including starting school. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen parent partnerships further in order to promote consistent ways of supporting children's learning at home. Inspection #10388574 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281020) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are optimally ready for their next steps in learning, including starting school. Children with SEND are supported very well. Staff work hard to identify children's needs and use a range of strategies to help children develop in their own individual way. For example, staff use visual symbols as they talk with children to help develop their understanding. Any funding that children receive is spent well and has a positive impact on outcomes for children. Outdoor space Children have lots of freedom to explore indoors and outdoors. This helps children access fresh air and increase their physical skills and abilities. Children manage simple risks in their play as they balance on circular swings, carry and pour water from measuring jugs onto plants, and ride on bikes. They explore wider spaces in a nearby park, where children discover changes in trees and leaves in the natural environment. ## Google Reviews of Big Time Pre-Prep 5.0 (1 Google review) Ibifiri a year ago Big time Nursery, is such a hidden gem. Located in Mill Hill Library, it so easy to get too. I am so pleased that I found this nursery. The staff are amazing, and offered both of my children that attended care, guidance and the opportunity to explore with their play. My children had the opportunity to take karate, ballet, dance and football classes as well as forest school. I have had lots of experiences at private nurseries, and this is the first that I honestly had zero issues. Maria the nursery manager is so knowledgeable and friendly. I have observed the staff from afar, and they have all interacted with my little one's, and the other children with care. Thank you Maria, Isabel and all staff past and present Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURveHN2UW9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x487617bc3bb8bcf1:0x959a2a21f8004cf) Reviews from Google for Big Time Pre-Prep. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=673748436465485007&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Ofsted records show this provider has **closed** and was never graded. There's no inspection history to display. ## Frequently asked about Big Time Pre-Prep ### What is the Ofsted rating for Big Time Pre-Prep? ### Where can I find fees for Big Time Pre-Prep? ### What age range does Big Time Pre-Prep cater to? ### Does Big Time Pre-Prep offer support for children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)? ### What kind of outdoor activities does Big Time Pre-Prep offer? ### What is Big Time Pre-Prep's approach to early education? ### How does Big Time Pre-Prep ensure individual attention for children? ### How can I contact Big Time Pre-Prep? ## About the setting Big Time Pre-prep registered in 2023 and operates from Mill Hill library, in North London. It provides care term time only, from 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, and provides funded early education to children aged two, three and four years. There are four members of staff working directly with the children, with qualifications ranging from QTS to early years level 3. URN 2716970 Registered person Big Time Pre-Prep Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Not applicable ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Big Time Pre-Prep. - Ofsted: Requires improvement <0.2 mi ### Game Time Play Time Mill Hill · NW7 4SD 4.6(96 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/game-time-play-time-ltd-nw7-4sd-2725219 - Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Smile & Shine Nursery London · NW7 4SE 5.0(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/smile-shine-nursery-nw7-4se-2772543 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Mill Hill London · NW7 3RB 4.5(31 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-mill-hill-nw7-3rb-147572 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Bright Little Stars Nursery Mill Hill · NW7 2AQ 4.7(66 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-little-stars-nursery-nw7-2aq-ey451870 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Step By Step Montessori - Mill Hill London · NW7 3QG 4.9(58 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/step-by-step-montessori-mill-hill-nw7-3qg-ey440917 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Belmont Farm Nursery London · NW7 1QT https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/belmont-farm-nursery-nw7-1qt-2535298 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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