AKS Nursery welcomes children 0-4 and offers a nurturing start before they move onto Prep School. Discover our different year groups for each age, from Ducklings, to Toddlers, and Pre-School. For the right starting point and to discuss availability, please contact the Admissions team.

The best first step is to arrange a visit so you can meet the team and see the Nursery in action. Our Admissions team can guide you through the application process and next steps.

Yes. Families are encouraged to visit. A visit is the best way to understand our setting, ask questions, and see what a typical day looks like. You can book a visit through Admissions.

We want every child to feel safe and confident in their new environment. Settling in is supported gradually, with close communication between staff and parents to help each child adjust at their own pace.

Days are built around learning through play, language and early communication, and developing confidence and independence. Children take part in a mix of structured activities and free play, with plenty of opportunities to learn through exploration. Our outdoor areas have shelter from all the elements to ensure that outdoor learning is a regular part of nursery life, and our purpose-built early years outdoor play area ensures that all children can learn and develop in a safe and secure environment.

Nursery is part of the wider AKS journey. As children approach the move into Prep, the transition is supported carefully so they feel familiar with the setting and confident in the next stage. Parents and children are invited to transition workshop sessions held within the reception classroom, to allow the children to get used to the Prep school environment.