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Kingsland Pre-Prep

Kingsland is Rocket’s boldest nursery. Standing proudly on the King’s Road where artists once redefined culture. With six beautifully curated classrooms, an enchanted garden, a ballet studio, a mini paddle court, and an immersive Imaginarium, children here feel safe, valued and inspired to think differently, play bravely, and grow creatively every day.

Kensington and ChelseaPre PrepCo EdAges 2–4Day
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
ObservationCompetitive entry
Pupils
Founded
2018
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Our take

Independent co-ed school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 2–5. Non-selective intake.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Children aged 2–5.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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About the head

Be Imaginative, Be Brave, Be Creative, Be Kind

At Kingsland, imagination fuels everything; guided by four values — Be Imaginative, Be Brave, Be Creative, Be Kind — we nurture tomorrow’s explorers, inventors, and thinkers. The Rocket Approach: human-centred, research-informed, and future-focused balancing enquiry, agency, freedom, and guidance.
Be ImaginativeBe BraveBe CreativeBe Kind

Distinctive features

Six curated classrooms

Enchanted garden

Ballet studio

Mini paddle court

Immersive Imaginarium

Ofsted Outstanding nursery

Research-informed Rocket Approach

Half-term holiday clubs

Morning extension sessions with lunch

Activities & co-curricular

sport

BalletPaddle

academic club

Rocket Talks webinars

service

Food collection for The Felix ProjectLittle Village starter kits giftingRocket Earth (non-profit volunteer programme)Rocket Earth volunteer programme (schools abroad)

other

Half-term holiday clubsPre-nursery discovery experiences

Facilities

sports

Mini paddle court

arts

Ballet studioImaginarium (immersive creative space)

academic

Imaginarium (immersive learning space)Immersive ImaginariumSix beautifully curated classroomsSix classroomsSix curated classrooms

wellbeing

Enchanted garden

Recent coverage

Kingsland Pre-Prep, located at 428 Kings Road, London SW10 0LJ, underwent an Ofsted inspection on 14 September 2022, achieving an Outstanding rating in all areas: Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, and Leadership and Management. In 2025, Michelle was appointed Managing Director of Rocket UK, overseeing all Rocket Pre-Preps, including Kingsland, ensuring the maintenance of its outstanding reputation. Additionally, Kingsland Pre-Prep was recognized among the world's top six for creativity leading educational advancement by WISE and Leaps Summit.

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1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
31 Mar 2026
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202531 Mar 2026TBCClosed

Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2025-26
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Ofsted 14 Sept 2022

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Outstanding

Term dates 2025-26

autumn1 Sept 202512 Dec 2025
spring5 Jan 2026Not yet published
summer20 Apr 202617 Jul 2026
autumn4 Sept 202610 Dec 2026

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Questions parents ask

Common questions about Kingsland Pre-Prep, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is Kingsland Pre-Prep best for?+

Independent co-ed school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 2–5. Non-selective intake.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.

Are there open days?+

3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at office@kingslandpp.com or phone on 020 3972 6666. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Kingsland Pre-Prep — see the "Schools like Kingsland Pre-Prep" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 11 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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