# The Willcocks Nursery School

The Willcocks Nursery School is a full-day nursery at Holy Trinity Church, Prince Consort Road, LONDON, SW7 2BA, in Knightsbridge, Westminster. It is registered for 32 children and takes children aged 2 years to 5 years. It opens 08:45–12:00, Fri, term time only. Its Ofsted report card (April 2026) grades inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Strong standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Strong standard; safeguarding standards met.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-willcocks-nursery-school-ey449060  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Holy Trinity Church, Prince Consort Road, LONDON, SW7 2BA
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Opening hours: 08:45–12:00, Fri
- Weeks open: term time only
- Registered places: 32
- Meals included: no
- Ofsted URN: EY449060

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 28 April 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Inclusion | Strong standard |
| Curriculum and teaching | Strong standard |
| Achievement | Strong standard |
| Behaviour and routines | Strong standard |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Strong standard |
| Leadership and governance | Strong standard |

Safeguarding standards met.

Inspection history:

- 28 April 2026: Ofsted report card, report card
- 12 November 2025: Ofsted report card, report card

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY449060

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since May 2012 (Reference EY449060). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY449060)
- Inspections on record: 2 inspections (latest 28 April 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY449060)
- Registered places: 32 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY449060)

## Fees

- Registration fee: £125
- Deposit: £2,500

Fees: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Friday: 08:45–12:00
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Weeks open: term time only

## Getting there

Address: Holy Trinity Church, Prince Consort Road, LONDON, SW7 2BA

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.499921,-0.178780

- Station: South Kensington, 0.4 miles, no step-free access
- Station: Gloucester Road, 0.4 miles
- Station: High Street Kensington, 0.7 miles, no step-free access
- 13 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Kensington Gardens, 0.1 miles
- Park: Hyde Park, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 miles

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## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Westminster there are about 2.6 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## About: a day here

### Food

- Parents provide packed lunch (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Lunch-Club)

### Outdoors

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Video-Tour-Click-on-link-and-use-your-mouse-to-nav)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Lunch-Club)

### Care and routines

- Key person system (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Morning-School)
- Term-time only (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Admissions)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Morning-School)
- Settling-in sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Admissions/Settling-In)
- Small group sizes (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Afternoon-School)

### Extras and activities

- Music classes (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Teachers)
- Language classes (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Lunch-Club)
- Sports coaching (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Teachers)
- Dance and movement (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Teachers)
- Drama (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Lunch-Club)
- Cooking activities (source: nursery website, https://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Lunch-Club)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton College Prep Kensington |  | 2–13 |  | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle |  | 2–19 |  | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Queen's Gate School |  | 4–19 |  |  | 0.4 miles |
| Thomas's Kensington |  | 4–11 |  |  | 0.4 miles |
| Glendower Preparatory School |  | 2–11 |  | yes | 0.4 miles |
| Our Lady of Victories RC Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (December 2023) |  | 0.5 miles |
| St Philip's School |  | 4–13 |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| Caelum House School |  | 4–11 |  |  | 0.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Imperial College Early Years Education Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/imperial-college-early-years-education-centre-135043) | Outstanding |  | 08:30–16:30 | 0.2 miles |
| [Victoria Road Montessori](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/victoria-road-montessori-2729377) | Good |  | 08:30–17:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Kinderzimmer South Kensington](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kinderzimmer-south-kensington-2785411) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.4 miles |
| [Queensberry Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/queensberry-nursery-ey341130) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [The Kensington Kindergarten](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-kensington-kindergarten-2651041) | Outstanding |  | 08:30–15:30 | 0.5 miles |
| [Play2Talk Kent House](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/play2talk-kent-house-2749082) | Good |  |  | 0.5 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### Does The Willcocks Nursery School offer 30 funded hours?

The Willcocks Nursery School does not list the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds.

### What are The Willcocks Nursery School's opening hours?

The Willcocks Nursery School opens 08:45–12:00, Fri.

### Is The Willcocks Nursery School open all year?

No. The Willcocks Nursery School is open term time only.

### What ages does The Willcocks Nursery School take?

The Willcocks Nursery School takes children aged 2 years to 5 years.

### What is The Willcocks Nursery School's Ofsted rating?

The Willcocks Nursery School was inspected on 28 April 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Strong standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Strong standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can The Willcocks Nursery School take?

The Willcocks Nursery School is registered with Ofsted for up to 32 children at any one time.

### Are meals included at The Willcocks Nursery School?

Meals are not included in the fees at The Willcocks Nursery School.

### Is there a registration fee or deposit at The Willcocks Nursery School?

Yes. The Willcocks Nursery School lists a registration fee of £125 and a deposit of £2,500.

### Does The Willcocks Nursery School have outdoor space?

The Willcocks Nursery School lists: Own garden and Local outings and trips.

### What is the nearest station to The Willcocks Nursery School?

Gloucester Road is the nearest station we know of, 0.4 miles away in a straight line.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY449060)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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