Address: Bassett Bear House, 73 St Helen’s Gardens, London W10 6JP
Website: bassetths.org.uk
Founded: 1947
Number of Pupils: 20
Ages: 3-4
Termly Fees: £3,867-£7,980
Head Teacher: Mr Christopher Woodward
Religious Affiliation: Non-denominational
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective
Contact: Head of admissions ([email protected]) or school office ([email protected])
School Visits: Personal tours are offered. Stay and play sessions take place regularly throughout each term
The Curriculum
Bespoke future-focused curriculum, taught by specialists for the best outcomes, where much-loved traditions meet innovation. In the early years, the nursery timetable offers a hybrid of structured lessons crossed with Montessori play-based principles.
Games & The Arts
Basset House’s specialist PE and sports teachers encourage pupils to try a host of activities and games. Music, drama and art are also taught by specialist teachers and allow pupils to express themselves with confidence across a spectrum of media.
Pastoral Care
Bassett House has a homely feel – where parents say their child is more nurtured, known and seen. Small class sizes and expert staff are committed to making learning memorable. Happy children learn; when pupils join Bassett in the nursery, they receive their very own pastoral plan from the pastoral lead. Communication station supports pupils who need a boost.
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
No matter where you go to school, you need somebody to catch you and to notice you. Every child at Bassett sees the head in their classroom at least once every single day, with ‘hot chocolate Fridays’ a highlight. We take children’s talents and inquisitiveness and nurture them.
Outstanding Characteristics
Tucked away in a thriving London village, Bassett House boasts state-of-the-art technology, performing arts studio, gym, stage and library. The school’s bespoke early years comprises of multi-structure play spaces developed with House of Kin, which clearly say, ‘you matter’. There is also a popular annual staff panto, and in summer 2022, riding was introduced to the curriculum for children in year one and up.
