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Lloyd Williamson Pre-School Kensington

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
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5.0(4 Google reviews) ·104 Palace Gardens Terrace, LONDON, W8 4RT · Kensington and Chelsea
Number of places
40 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Kensington and Chelsea

About this early years setting

Lloyd Williamson Pre-School Kensington provides care for children aged from two to four years. The pre-school is open from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, all year round, with a two-week closure in the summer and at Christmas. An Ofsted inspection in July 2022 gave the setting an overall rating of 'Good', with the inspector noting that children thrive in a caring environment where they feel safe and confident.

The curriculum is designed to build on children’s interests and existing knowledge, with a strong focus on their emotional well-being. Staff support all children, including those with English as an additional language, by learning key words in their home languages. Outdoor provision allows children to learn about the natural world and develop physical skills through activities like climbing and balancing. The inspector highlighted the strong partnerships with parents, which include effective communication and the promotion of reading at home.

Our ethos

The nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, incorporating both child-led and teacher-led inventive play to encourage curiosity and exploration in seven key areas of learning and development. They are committed to delivering high-quality childcare and supporting children through each developmental stage, fostering individuality and happiness. Progress is regularly monitored and shared with parents, ensuring a collaborative approach to each child's learning journey.

What it's like

Children thrive in this caring nursery. Staff prioritise giving children a strong start, ensuring they feel safe, secure, and confident learners. The well-planned curriculum builds on children's knowledge over time, taking into account individual learning needs and offering extensive opportunities for active learning.

Individualised DevelopmentEYFS CurriculumSpecialist Tuition in Music and FrenchFlexible Attendance OptionsTwo-Site Nursery

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured for either all-year-round care billed monthly or term-time-only care billed per term. Charges scale depending on the number of days attended per week, ranging from one to five days. A non-refundable registration fee applies.

Good to know

  • Fees are updated annually in September.
  • All-year-round fees are charged monthly except for August.
  • Registration fee is non-refundable.

Key facts

Opening hours

8:00 am - 5:30 pm (Breakfast club 7:30 am - 8:00 am by special request)

Session types

Full time, Part time, Term-time-only, All-year-round

Food

Parents provide a morning fruit snack and lunches; nursery provides water and milk.

Age range

4 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Registered with Ofsted

2019

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Lloyd Williamson Pre-School Kensington

Last inspected 21 July 2022 · Tracey Murphy

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children thrive in this caring nursery. Staff prioritise giving children a strong start, ensuring they feel safe, secure, and confident learners. The well-planned curriculum builds on children's knowledge over time, taking into account individual learning needs and offering extensive opportunities for active learning.

Inspector highlights

  • The management team implements an ambitious curriculum that focuses on children's interests and prior knowledge.
  • There is a strong focus on supporting children's emotional well-being through stories and discussions about feelings and transitions.
  • All children, including those with English as an additional language, demonstrate a positive attitude towards learning and make good progress.
  • Staff are particularly skilled in integrating mathematics into everyday activities, such as counting friends and measuring ingredients.
  • Partnerships with parents are strong, with effective two-way communication and promotion of reading at home.

Areas to develop

  • 1encourage children to consistently explore and investigate their own ideas and problem-solve with more independence.
Inspection #10194139 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment on how the nursery is receptive regarding feedback given to them.

Parents like the nursery's promotion of reading at home as children enjoy borrowing books and props to develop a love of reading.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children learn about the natural world and develop physical skills through running, climbing, and balancing. They are confident in taking risks and can independently manage their safety.

EAL / language support

Staff support all children to make good progress, including children with English as an additional language. Staff learn key words in the children's home languages to support children's confidence to communicate with them and their peers.

Google Reviews of Lloyd Williamson Pre-School Kensington

5.0
(4 Google reviews)
Kathleen Bierer
2 years ago

We have been so happy with Lloyd Williamson Nursery for our daughter. She started attending when she was less than one year old. The teachers in the baby room are warm and caring and there has been little to no turnover, which is extremely reassuring for us. It's nice for our child to see the same familiar, happy faces week after week. We appreciate the flexibility if we have a last minute request to add an additional day to the schedule and we like the hours that are offered (8am-6pm). I would absolutely recommend Lloyd Williamson Nursery to those looking for child care in the Notting Hill/Kensington area.

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Lisa Fenner-Leitao
6 years ago

This is an amazing Nursery. I went back to work and needed extended hours nursery for my young baby (6 months at beginning). I was reluctant to leave a child so young, but he loves it and has thrived in this environment and has learnt so much. He has become so social. He races in every morning and gets very excited at the gate beforehand. He is a bit of a mummy's boy, so this is comforting. The school is flexible in that we have had to call short notice for out-of-term time days and Ramona (head) bend over backwards to accommodate if she possibly can. The team of teachers and management are fab / all safe pair of hands. it is NOT a revolving door of staff at all, unlike the small ‘boutique’ Notting Hill nursery we used in the past (and pulled him out in favour of LWS). The teachers haven’t really changed. They are very creative, and we have been given wonderful well-crafted and beautifully produced memory books of each child's progress every year end. Highly recommend

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Ewelina Luput
8 years ago

My son loves the nursery. The stuff is very professional and make the parents fell like home

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

21 July 2022

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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