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Holland Park Pre-Prep and Nursery in London (W14 8HJ)

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2022)
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4.6(30 parent reviews) ·9 Holland Road, London, W14 8HJ · Kensington and Chelsea
Number of places
16 places
Age range
3–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
Kensington and Chelsea

About this day nursery

Holland Park Pre-Prep and Nursery, nestled in Kensington, London, provides a warm and stimulating environment where children from birth to four years old can flourish. The nursery fosters a 'can-do' attitude, encouraging independence as children develop strong friendships and explore a wide variety of engaging resources.

Both indoor and outdoor spaces are thoughtfully arranged, offering numerous opportunities for imaginative play, physical activity, and learning. Children benefit from specialist teachers in yoga, dance, music, and Spanish, alongside a robust curriculum that focuses on strengthening small muscles, mark-making, and developing a love for books.

Staff are dedicated and highly qualified, with a strong commitment to supporting each child's individual needs, including those with special educational needs or who speak English as an additional language. The nursery prides itself on its strong communication, vocabulary development, and promotion of health and well-being, including providing healthy food and encouraging regular exercise.

Parents consistently praise the committed staff and the enriching experiences offered, which include local visits and creative activities.

Our ethos

The nursery fosters a 'can-do' attitude, encouraging independence and developing a love for books. They focus on supporting each child's individual needs and promoting communication, vocabulary, health, and well-being.

What it's like

Children arrive at the nursery happy and confident and engage in a wide range of play and learning experiences, forming close relationships with staff. Staff skilfully encourage and extend impromptu discussions to support children's interests and extend their knowledge. Children who need extra help with their learning progress well due to high expectations and individualised support, particularly in speaking and listening, preparing them for future learning and school.

Warm and welcoming environmentStrong focus on independenceSpecialist classes (yoga, dance, music, Spanish)Dedicated and highly qualified staffExcellent outdoor play facilities

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 8.15am to 6.15pm (for most of the year); Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6.15pm (for 51 weeks of the year)

Staff

15 members of childcare staff at 5 Holland Road (11 with Level 3+ qualifications); 4 members of childcare staff at 9 Holland Road (all with appropriate qualifications)

Age range

0 to 4

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2021

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Holland Park Pre-Prep and Nursery

Last inspected 7 November 2022 · Siobhan O'Callaghan

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

Children arrive at the nursery happy and confident and engage in a wide range of play and learning experiences, forming close relationships with staff. Staff skilfully encourage and extend impromptu discussions to support children's interests and extend their knowledge. Children who need extra help with their learning progress well due to high expectations and individualised support, particularly in speaking and listening, preparing them for future learning and school.

Inspector highlights

  • The management team has a clear vision for future developments and is committed to supporting all children, working in partnership with parents and professionals for children with SEND and EAL.
  • Managers are focused on supporting staff well-being and provide professional development.
  • Parents speak highly of the nursery and the caring staff, feeling well informed about supporting learning at home and valuing opportunities to join planned visits.
  • Staff plan exciting phonics sessions, promoting positive role models, helping children learn to work cooperatively and develop positive attitudes to learning.
  • Children develop important independent skills by confidently making choices about play, serving their own lunch, and learning to respect their environment through recycling. They also enjoy being active and developing physical skills in outdoor areas.

Areas to develop

  • 1Strengthen planning of adult-planned activities to focus teaching more precisely on targeted learning intentions for all children.
  • 2Review and enhance some parts of the daily routines to maximise the learning for all children.
Inspection #10257976 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The management team works in partnership with parents and professionals to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Children who need extra help with their learning progress very well from their starting points due to staff having high expectations and planning individual next steps to support their progress.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy being active as they develop good physical skills. They are excited to play in the outdoor areas, where they learn to skilfully walk on small stilts. Children establish good coordination and spatial awareness as they ride bikes, climb and build with large blocks.

EAL / language support

The management team works in partnership with parents and professionals to support children who speak English as an additional language.

Parent Reviews of Holland Park Pre-Prep and Nursery

4.6
(30)
Sarah
7 months ago

Our elder son attended HPPN for close to 4 years and our younger son for 8 months before we left the area. It is an exceptional nursery with very caring, dedicated and thoughtful staff. We received regular reports and updates on our sons’ progress, and they nurtured each of their individual interests. Our elder son’s transition to ‘big school’ has been easy as HPPN built up his confidence and he was so well prepared. We are extremely grateful to HPPN for taking such good care of our sons, and we would unreservedly recommend them to anyone in the area.

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Alexandra Pavlova
10 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with Holland Park Prep-Prep — it truly feels like a home away from home for our little one. Why we love it: Supportive & nurturing staff – From day one, every member of the team has been warm, professional, and attentive. It’s clear they care deeply about the children. Daily communication – We get consistent updates (via app, messages or handover chats), with photos, sleep and meal notes—so reassuring for parents. Engaging learning environment – The variety of activities is brilliant: from outdoor play and forest‑school style outings to arts, crafts and story time. Our child absolutely thrives. Strong staff retention – We’ve noticed the low turnover in staff, which feels amazing for continuity and trust—it’s so comforting that familiar faces greet our child every day. Clean, safe and inviting space – The nursery is always spotless and well-maintained. Classrooms are bright and thoughtfully equipped, creating a stimulating and secure setting.

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Christianna Ψ
a year ago

Fantastic nursery with equally amazing staff. They can accommodate any last minute requests for changes in attendance which is super helpful when your schedule is always changing. The effort of all the staff and employees is second to none; from the yoga/karate/ballet etc, to the sports days and Christmas plays. The lunches are great, and the decor of the classrooms is exactly what one would expect from an outstanding nursery. The office staff have also been incredibly helpful with everything to do with applications for primary school, as well as everything else along the way. We will be sad to leave HPPN - thank you for making our introduction to schooling such a treat.

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Cherif Massoud
9 months ago

I just wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to the entire team at HPPN for the exceptional care and support you've shown. From day one, it has been clear that you are not just a nursery, but a nurturing and loving environment that genuinely cares for the children. The attention to detail in every interaction, the patience, and the genuine warmth you show has made all the difference. It’s evident that each staff member goes above and beyond, and it’s truly been a relief knowing that our child is in such capable, caring hands. Your dedication not only to the children but also to their families is remarkable, and it hasn’t gone unnoticed. We feel incredibly lucky to have found a place where our child can grow and thrive in such a supportive atmosphere. Thank you again for everything you do, you have made a lasting positive impact on our family, and we will always be grateful!

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Aarti Shah
a year ago

Holland park nursery has been amazing! The staff is incredible and are so caring and dedicated, creating a warm and safe environment where our child has truly thrived. The activities are engaging, and we’ve seen such positive growth. Highly recommend for any parent seeking the best care for their little one! Their efforts have a great impact on my child in his early years of learning in a short time.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

7 November 2022

Good

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