Young England Kindergarten ('YEK') is an independent nursery school in Pimlico, Westminster. YEK was established in the 1960s and is a family owned and operated setting, located alongside a beautiful garden. YEK was rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in March 2024.
YEK is a sessional nursery school and operates during term time only. Children can start the term after they turn 2 years old. There are two different sessions for children aged...
Young England Kindergarten ('YEK') is an independent nursery school in Pimlico, Westminster. YEK was established in the 1960s and is a family owned and operated setting, located alongside a beautiful garden. YEK was rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in March 2024.
YEK is a sessional nursery school and operates during term time only. Children can start the term after they turn 2 years old. There are two different sessions for children aged between 2 to 5 years old. These sessions are packed with exciting and age relevant activities and resources.
Caterpillar Session (2 – 3 years old): Five mornings: Monday to Friday: 8.45am to 12pm. Children will have the option to stay for up to three afternoons on Monday; Wednesday and/or Thursday until 3.30 pm, when they are ready.
Butterfly Session (3 – 5 years old): Two mornings and three full days: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8.45am to 3.30pm; Tuesdays and Fridays from 8.45am to 12pm. Tuesday is an optional afternoon until 3.30 pm and only available to children when they are ready.
Their versatile style of teaching incorporates contemporary methods and maintains traditional values. This ethos stems from over 50 years of teaching experience at nursery level. At the heart of their approach is to give each child the best possible start to their lives.
A highly capable team of staff have a wide-ranging set of skills, which ensures that all of children continue on to the next stage of their education with confidence and a genuine enthusiasm for learning.
Young England Kindergarten: 'where learning is serious fun!'
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Young England Kindergarten (Pimlico) has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.932) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Young England Kindergarten (Pimlico) has 9 reviews.
Young England Kindergarten is truly the best start you can give your child. My two girls had 4 wonderful years there between them and Lucinda and the incredible team cared for them like they were their own. Both my girls ran into 'big school' without looking back and I know it was because of the...
Young England Kindergarten is truly the best start you can give your child. My two girls had 4 wonderful years there between them and Lucinda and the incredible team cared for them like they were their own. Both my girls ran into 'big school' without looking back and I know it was because of the confidence, learning and love they'd been given at YEK. Thank you for all the energy and love you gave to them - and me!
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The BEST nursery in London. Incredible teachers and staff. A very happy, safe and wholesome place. My child settled in very quickly and was happy going in every morning. The current head teacher is doing an outstanding job!
The BEST nursery in London. Incredible teachers and staff. A very happy, safe and wholesome place. My child settled in very quickly and was happy going in every morning. The current head teacher is doing an outstanding job!
Thank you for the wonderful review, we really appreciate it!
Young England Kindergarten has been such an important part of our children's early years. All three of our children have thrived here, and as parents we've always felt supported and guided. The staff are warm, communicative, and deeply committed to working in partnership with families. They are...
Young England Kindergarten has been such an important part of our children's early years. All three of our children have thrived here, and as parents we've always felt supported and guided. The staff are warm, communicative, and deeply committed to working in partnership with families. They are brilliant at helping you secure the right onward school for your child and family, and children leave Young England extremely well prepared-often ahead of their peers in phonics and communication skills. The sense of community-within the nursery and across the wider Pimlico area-is truly special. Our youngest left in June 2025, and we miss this magical place enormously.
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We are absolutely delighted with Young England Pimlico. From the very first day, the staff made James feel welcome and secure, and he settled so quickly. The balance between structured learning and play has supported his development beautifully - especially his speech and confidence, which have...
We are absolutely delighted with Young England Pimlico. From the very first day, the staff made James feel welcome and secure, and he settled so quickly. The balance between structured learning and play has supported his development beautifully - especially his speech and confidence, which have grown enormously. Lucinda's leadership gives the nursery a strong sense of direction, and communication with parents is always clear and reassuring. James goes in every morning with a big smile, which as parents says more than words ever could. The team really know each child as an individual and genuinely care for them. The creative activities, outdoor play and seasonal events make the nursery a truly special place. We feel very lucky to have found Young England Pimlico and would recommend it wholeheartedly to other families.
Thank you for such a glowing testimonial. James is a wonderful little boy who has made great progress during his time at YEK. He is much loved by all the team. We are very proud of our staff; they all contribute to making YEK the special place that it is, alongside our YEK families.
The staff at Young England are incredibly kind and caring. Our daughter came home happy every day and was always keen to go back the next day to see her friends and teachers. We watched her learn and evolve rapidly, and YEK will always have a special place in our and our daughter's hearts.
The staff at Young England are incredibly kind and caring. Our daughter came home happy every day and was always keen to go back the next day to see her friends and teachers. We watched her learn and evolve rapidly, and YEK will always have a special place in our and our daughter's hearts.
Thank you so much for your feedback. It was a pleasure to have your daughter at YEK. We hope she has a wonderful time at her next school. Best wishes from us all at YEK.
I was so grateful to find Yong England Kindergarten for my son. He had a wonderful time there, and I especially praise the consistent, affectionate, and enthusiastic team. Having sent my son to different nurseries before, I can say that the transition to YEK was incredibly smooth, and the...
I was so grateful to find Yong England Kindergarten for my son. He had a wonderful time there, and I especially praise the consistent, affectionate, and enthusiastic team. Having sent my son to different nurseries before, I can say that the transition to YEK was incredibly smooth, and the improvement I've seen since has been remarkable. The nursery's curriculum is outstanding, focusing on both educational and developmental needs. They also arrange various activities for both parents and children, fostering stronger bonds and creating a sense of community. The facilities are excellent, and the staff ensures a safe and nurturing environment. Special thanks to Head Teacher and Deputy for their dedication and care. If you're looking for a nurturing, well-rounded early education experience for your child, I highly recommend Young England Kindergarten.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. We hope your son has a wonderful time at his next school. Please keep in touch, we would love to hear how he is getting on.
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Thank you so much. We really appreciate your wonderful feedback and will continue to build on all the highlighted areas.
My son joined Young England Kindergarten in September 2022 and is leaving for his big school this summer. We heartfeltly appreciate the head teacher, deputy head teacher, and all staff of YEK for what they have done to my son at the beginning of his life journey. My son is not a native English...
My son joined Young England Kindergarten in September 2022 and is leaving for his big school this summer. We heartfeltly appreciate the head teacher, deputy head teacher, and all staff of YEK for what they have done to my son at the beginning of his life journey. My son is not a native English speaker. Actually, he did not speak English at all when he joined YEK in 2022. He encountered a big challenge on English language and consequently a communication skill issue. Fortunately, we chose YEK, my son managed to overcome the issue with great support from YEK. The deputy head teacher continuously monitored my son's progress and arranged several particular programmes to help my son on his language and communication skill. My son made a proud improvement and he is ready for his big school now. Sincerely appreciated YEK.
Thank you very much for such a wonderful review. It has been an absolute pleasure having your son at YEK; he will be greatly missed. Wishing you and your family all the best for the future. Team YEK.
Young England is a wonderful, happy nursery. The teachers and headteacher are so switched on, caring and fun with the children. They communicate effectively with parents. The children have a wonderful fun time with interesting and engaging activities in a richly stimulating environment. They have...
Young England is a wonderful, happy nursery. The teachers and headteacher are so switched on, caring and fun with the children. They communicate effectively with parents. The children have a wonderful fun time with interesting and engaging activities in a richly stimulating environment. They have lots of time outdoors whenever possible, fun trips and extra-curriculars. We couldn't have hoped for a more enjoyable and fulfilling nursery experience.
Thank you so much for the lovely review, it means a lot to us. Families at Young England Kindergarten play a huge role in making the nursery a happy and inspiring place to be.
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Miss Kay holds a Montessori Diploma and joined Young England Kindergarten in 1973.
After working as a teacher at the school for six years, she then...
Miss Kay holds a Montessori Diploma and joined Young England Kindergarten in 1973.
After working as a teacher at the school for six years, she then became a joint Principal for twelve years and took over the running of the school in 1989. Miss Kay believes passionately in supporting children and parents through this exciting chapter of their lives.
Miss Lucinda began her teaching career doing work experience at Young England Kindergarten in 2000.
She then continued her training and gained a...
Miss Lucinda began her teaching career doing work experience at Young England Kindergarten in 2000.
She then continued her training and gained a degree in Early Childhood studies, followed by a PGCE in Primary Education specialising in Early Years. Miss Lucinda obtained her QTS in June 2008 whilst teaching a reception class at Eaton House, The Manor School. Miss Lucinda re-joined Young England in 2009 and became Head Teacher in September 2011.
Miss Lucy started at Young England in September 2018 as Deputy Head Teacher.
Miss Lucy is a Group Teacher. She gained a PGCE in Early Years from...
Miss Lucy started at Young England in September 2018 as Deputy Head Teacher.
Miss Lucy is a Group Teacher. She gained a PGCE in Early Years from Goldsmiths University in 2012 and has been an Early Years Teacher since then. She holds a BA Hons degree in Drama from the University of the West of England.
Miss Issy is a Montessori-trained nursery teacher with a BA Hons degree in History.
She worked at two other nurseries prior to starting at Young England in September 2013. She teaches both the morning and afternoon sessions.
Mr Henry holds a BA Hons degree in Geography and previously worked as a project manager for a firm that specialised in developing renewable energy...
Mr Henry holds a BA Hons degree in Geography and previously worked as a project manager for a firm that specialised in developing renewable energy projects.
He joined Young England in 2013 as School Business Manager and works across admissions, HR, marketing and accounts.
Miss Chelsea joined the team in January 2023 as a Caterpillar Group Teacher. She previously taught at a Primary School. Miss Chelsea holds an MSc in Psychology and a PGCE from the University of Leicester and University of Cape Town respectively.
Miss Tannagh holds a BA Hons Degree in Psychology and a PGCE. She is from South Africa where she taught Early Years and Primary for 4 years before...
Miss Tannagh holds a BA Hons Degree in Psychology and a PGCE. She is from South Africa where she taught Early Years and Primary for 4 years before relocating to the UK.
Miss Tannagh started at Young England in 2021 as a Learning Support Teacher before joining the staff permanently as a Group Teacher as well as SENDCo in September 2022.
Miss Polly joined Young England in January 2020 as a Group Teacher.
Miss Polly is Montessori-trained and first worked at Young England in 2011. She...
Miss Polly joined Young England in January 2020 as a Group Teacher.
Miss Polly is Montessori-trained and first worked at Young England in 2011. She was a group teacher for 6 years with us before moving to Barcelona to teach English. Since returning to YEK she has taken on the deputy SENDCo role, along with being a group teacher.
Miss Jaidah holds a BA degree in Criminology and Sociology and has previously worked as an assistant in other nurseries. She joined Young England in...
Miss Jaidah holds a BA degree in Criminology and Sociology and has previously worked as an assistant in other nurseries. She joined Young England in September 2022 as our teaching assistant and left in April 2023 to study for her Level 3 qualification. Miss Jaidah became a Caterpillar Group Teacher in September 2023.
Miss Rayan has been working at Young England since January 2022 as a learning support assistant. She started at Young England as a permanent Nursery Assistant in September 2023.
Young England Kindergarten (Pimlico) accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
Young England Kindergarten (Pimlico) is open: Monday 08:45-15:00, Tuesday 08:45-15:00, Wednesday 08:45-15:00, Thursday 08:45-15:00, Friday 08:45-12:00.
Young England Kindergarten (Pimlico) has capacity for a total of 50 Children.
1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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