Address: 14 Gorleston Street, West Kensington
Website: littleshellsnursery.co.uk
Founded: 1975
Pupils: 25, co-ed aged 2-4
Yearly Fees: £12,600-£25,200
Head Teacher: Mrs Hilary Wyatt
Religious Affiliation: Non-denominational
Entrance Procedure: Non-selective; interview with the head
Contact: 020 7348 1793 or [email protected]
School Visits: Open events and individual tours available year round
The Curriculum
A varied curriculum and specialist teaching in performing arts, cooking, language and more means children get to develop their own unique talents alongside tailored, short-burst learning sessions that provide them with early access to phonics, maths and literacy skills. Children benefit from their own forest school and an outdoor area with a sand pit, mud kitchen and climbing frames, which allow them to run and play whatever the weather. They also benefit from the facilities at St James Prep, like a fully equipped teaching kitchen.
Sport & The Arts
Children play with trikes, bikes and push cars, and climb to develop physical and gross motor skills. In forest school twice a week, children play, run and explore. Crafts, sensory play, getting messy and using clay helps strengthen fine motor skills.
Pastoral Care
Developing a strong and personal bond with each child provides a solid foundation, helping children grow in independence and become confident learners. Children also feel safe knowing that they have someone to talk to if they feel unwell or sad. Little Shells knows that children are unique and that their learning should reflect their individuality. Children receive individual focus from trained teachers who tailor their programme to reflect the child’s needs.
Head Teacher’s Philosophy
To offer children an inspirational and fun introduction to school life, with a balanced education and focus on holistic wellbeing to nurture their unique potential. This blend encourages an overall love of learning and peace of mind, leaving children with happy memories of their start at school.
