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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.

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At a glance

Key facts

Head
Stuart Bamford
Headmaster
Gender
Co-ed
Location
Chelsea, Kensington and Chelsea
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
2 to 4
Founded
2018
Entry points
2+, 3+
Inspection
Outstanding
Nearest station
Imperial Wharf
School day
8.30am to 4pm
Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Available
Overview

About Kingsland Pre-Prep

At Kingsland, imagination fuels everything we do. Rooted in Chelsea Pre-Prep's outstanding reputation as Early years operator and the innovative Rocket Approach, our Ofsted Outstanding nursery (named among the world’s top six for creativity leading educational advancement by WISE, Leaps summit), redefines Early Years learning through research, design, and play advocacy. Guided by our four values—Be Imaginative, Be Brave, Be Creative, Be Kind —we nurture tomorrow’s explorers, inventors, and thinkers. We believe the future belongs to those who can think critically, act creatively, and care deeply. For over 16 years, since Chelsea Pre-Prep was first launched, we've revolutionised early education through experiential, design-led learning to foster academic prowess, curiosity, and collaboration. We curate joyful environments where both children and adults feel safe, trusted, valued, deeply engaged and motivated. The Rocket Approach is human-centred, research-informed, and future-focused. We balance hands-on enquiry, agency, and freedom to explore with guidance to grow. At our Pre-Preps, early years education isn’t an afterthought and learning with us is never one-size-fits-all. Where others see students, we see inventors, thinkers and creators.

Our take

Independent co-ed school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 2–4. Non-selective intake.

Best for
  • Children aged 2–4.
  • 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
  • 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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Application timeline

  1. TBC
    Open dayTo be confirmed
    By arrangement
    Private Tours Available

Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.

Open events

Private tours by arrangement with admissions.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · day
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Distinctive features

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Six curated classrooms

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Enchanted garden

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Ballet studio

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Mini paddle court

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Immersive Imaginarium

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Ofsted Outstanding nursery

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Research-informed Rocket Approach

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Half-term holiday clubs

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Morning extension sessions with lunch

Activities & co-curricular

sport

PaddleBallet

academic club

Rocket Talks webinars

service

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

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

Qualifications offered

Early Years Foundation Stage
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Inspection

Ofsted inspection, 14 Sept 2022

Outstanding

Term dates 2026/27

Autumn3 Sept 2026 → 10 Dec 2026Half-term 26 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 24 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer13 Apr 2027 → 14 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027

INSET: 23 Oct 2026 · 12 Feb 2027 · 28 May 2027

Kingsland Pre-Prep term dates and holidays →

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Questions parents ask

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

Kingsland Pre-Prep suits: Children aged 2–4; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.

When is the next open day at Kingsland Pre-Prep?+

No dates are listed yet. Save Kingsland Pre-Prep and we'll email you when booking opens.

How does admissions work?+

Kingsland Pre-Prep is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.

Does Kingsland Pre-Prep support SEND?+

We don't hold SEND details for Kingsland Pre-Prep. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.

What ages does Kingsland Pre-Prep take?+

Kingsland Pre-Prep takes pupils from age 2 to 4.

Is Kingsland Pre-Prep a day or boarding school?+

Kingsland Pre-Prep is a day school.

Is Kingsland Pre-Prep co-educational or single-sex?+

Kingsland Pre-Prep is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.

Where is Kingsland Pre-Prep?+

Kingsland Pre-Prep is in Kensington and Chelsea, SW10 0LJ.

How do I contact admissions at Kingsland Pre-Prep?+

Contact Kingsland Pre-Prep by email at office@kingslandpp.com or phone on 020 3972 6666.

Updated 11 May 2026. Sources: school website, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, Sunday Times Parent Power and Wikipedia.