
The staff at Little Downsend Leatherhead have managed the COVID situation really well.Emily(Mother of Child)



The staff at Little Downsend Leatherhead have managed the COVID situation really well.Emily(Mother of Child)



Little Downsend Leatherhead is a wonderful setting for children from the ages of 2 to 7, combining a warm and caring environment with an innovative, playful and vibrant approach to learning.
At Little Downsend Leatherhead, and all the Little Downsend Schools, there is an equal focus on ensuring children are happy, settled and cared for, whilst creating the very best foundation for mastering early learning skills. Class sizes are deliberately small...
Little Downsend Leatherhead is a wonderful setting for children from the ages of 2 to 7, combining a warm and caring environment with an innovative, playful and vibrant approach to learning.
At Little Downsend Leatherhead, and all the Little Downsend Schools, there is an equal focus on ensuring children are happy, settled and cared for, whilst creating the very best foundation for mastering early learning skills. Class sizes are deliberately small so children benefit from personalised learning programmes and the chance to embrace every subject with curiosity and adventure.
Specialist Teaching is a key part of a Downsend education, with even the littlest benefitting from weekly lessons in French, dance, technology, Forest School, music and games. From Reception, all children visit the main school to make use of the 25m pool, and from 2022 will be able to stage performances in the 200 seat auditorium as part of the main school's £5m Creative Arts Centre development.
Teaching staff are all qualified teachers and are dedicated to ensuring that every Downsend child feels part of the family, is supported to achieve their very best, and is presented with the very best opportunities, whatever their age. Children achieve excellent academic results, far exceeding National and Surrey averages in every area.
All children in Nursery are supported to use technology appropriately, working with iPads and the very best ed-tech apps to support their learning. Little Downsend has joined the Microsoft Showcase Schools Programme and is currently following the Incubator Pathway.
Little Downsend Leatherhead offers flexible options, monthly payments and a pay-as-you-go holiday club.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Cognita Schools
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- James McCarthy-Mitchell (Head of Little Downsend)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 50
Total Places for Children
- 70
Age Range
- from 2 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:00
- Tuesday07:30-18:00
- Wednesday07:30-18:00
- Thursday07:30-18:00
- Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
- Holiday club offered
Funding & Fees
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Little Downsend Leatherhead Reviews (41)
Little Downsend Leatherhead has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.213) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Downsend Leatherhead has 41 reviews.
Both our children have been to Downsend Pre-prep Leatherhead and they love it! Such an amazing close community with lovely, friendly approachable teachers. Great outdoor space and a verity of activities to get involved in. The days are varied with a good balance of work, sport, dance and play.
Both our children have been to Downsend Pre-prep Leatherhead and they love it! Such an amazing close community with lovely, friendly approachable teachers. Great outdoor space and a verity of activities to get involved in. The days are varied with a good balance of work, sport, dance and play.
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Awards / Recognitions (7)
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: Cognita Schools
- 23 Sep 2022Recipient: Little Downsend Leatherhead
- 01 Jul 2022Recipient: Little Downsend Leatherhead
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Meet the Team (1)

Appointed as Head of Little Downsend in 2026, Laura has a strong background in Early Years, SEN and school leadership. She brings with her a...
Appointed as Head of Little Downsend in 2026, Laura has a strong background in Early Years, SEN and school leadership. She brings with her a deep-rooted belief in nurturing creativity, curiosity and confidence in every child. Her experience spans leadership roles across independent prep schools, and she is passionate about inspiring a lifelong love of learning through creativity, exploration, play and personalised teaching.
Laura is committed to helping every child thrive and to supporting families in these most important early years of education. She believes in leading by example, continually deepening her knowledge and understanding of education in today’s fast-evolving landscape, where adaptability and innovation are essential.
Laura looks forward to working in partnership with staff, families, and the wider school community to nurture creativity, champion high standards, and continue building a dynamic and inclusive learning culture where every child is supported to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.
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