
The staff are so wonderful and welcoming.Kathryn C(Mother of Child)

lovely outside play area childrenM B(Grandmother of Child)

facilities I have used have always been very clean and hygienic and the staff are very presentLeyla H(Mother of Child)

The staff are so wonderful and welcoming.Kathryn C(Mother of Child)

lovely outside play area childrenM B(Grandmother of Child)

facilities I have used have always been very clean and hygienic and the staff are very presentLeyla H(Mother of Child)

Vita et Pax Nursery, soon to be Little Vita's Nursery, is the early-years setting for Vita et Pax Preparatory School. This Catholic independent prep school has served Southgate families since 1936 and welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds.
The nursery cares for children from the age of two in a small, family-feel setting with a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio, so every child is known as an individual. Qualified key workers follow...
Vita et Pax Nursery, soon to be Little Vita's Nursery, is the early-years setting for Vita et Pax Preparatory School. This Catholic independent prep school has served Southgate families since 1936 and welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds.
The nursery cares for children from the age of two in a small, family-feel setting with a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio, so every child is known as an individual. Qualified key workers follow the Early Years Foundation Stage, balancing adult-led activities with plenty of child-led play, indoors and outside, every day. Music and movement, PE, and outdoor learning are part of each week, and children join whole-school occasions such as assemblies and seasonal performances.
The nursery provides a freshly prepared hot lunch, along with morning and afternoon snacks, each day. The core nursery day runs from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, with a Breakfast Club from 7:30 am and an extended day until 6:00 pm. From September 2026, the nursery will be open 51 weeks a year, and term-time places will still be available. The nursery accepts government-funded hours for eligible two-, three-, and four-year-olds, and the team helps families claim their entitlement.
As part of a through school, children can move up into Reception and on into the prep school without reapplying, keeping familiar faces and routines. Families are welcome to book a personal tour to see the nursery in action.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year or Term Time
Minimum attendance
- 3 days per week
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesOwner
- Vita et Pax Preparatory School
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Darren May (Headmaster)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 9
Registered Charity Number
- 281566
Total Places for Children
- 24
Age Range
- from 2 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday07:30-18:00
- Tuesday07:30-18:00
- Wednesday07:30-18:00
- Thursday07:30-18:00
- Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays and one week each year (open 51 weeks a year from September 2026)
Parking
- Limited on-street parking is available on the surrounding roads. Southgate Underground station (Piccadilly line) is about a 10-minute walk away, and bus routes 298, 299 and 382 stop on Green Road.
Funding & Fees
Typical monthly cost for a 3-days place
£253/ month
All nursery fees are VAT exempt. Published monthly fees are for term-time attendance (39 weeks) paid in 12 equal monthly instalments, are effective from September 2026, and depend on the number of days attended and the child's funding entitlement. A full day runs from 8:30am to 3:30pm and an extended day from 8:30am to 6:00pm; Breakfast Club runs from 7:30am. Full-year (51-week) places are available and are quoted individually. A hot lunch and snacks are included for regular full-day places. Occasional additional sessions are charged at £80 for a full day plus £7 catering, £40 for a morning plus £7 catering, and £40 for an afternoon. Funded hours (15 universal hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, 30 hours for eligible working families and 15 hours for eligible 2-year-olds) apply in term-time weeks, and the funded portion carries no fee. Tax-Free Childcare can be used towards fees and extras. One full term's written notice is required to withdraw a child, and fees in lieu of notice are charged if insufficient notice is given.
Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.
Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.Defaults shown
2-3 years • 3-days • 30 hours funding • all year
How this price scales (per month)
3 days per week
£253
4 days per week
£337
5 days per week
£537
Adjust for your situation
What this price covers
- Standard chargeable day 8:30am to 3:30pm (7 hours)
- 21 funded hours used per week.
- Included in this price: Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch and Snacks
- You may need to provide everyday consumables, such as nappies, wipes and sun cream
Price without government funding: £991 / month (£78 / day)
If you're not eligible or haven't claimed funded hours.More info
- £738/month more than the funded price.
- This is what you'd pay if your child is under 9 months, or if you're not eligible for or haven't claimed funded hours.
About this price
How funding is applied, how the monthly figure is calculated.More info
- Working parents of 2 to 3 year olds can usually claim up to 30 funded hours a week, and some families on qualifying benefits can claim 15 hours regardless of working status. The working-parent hours depend on each parent meeting the minimum earnings rules and earning under £100,000 a year. This nursery stretches funded hours across 38 weeks of the year. You've selected 30 funded hours.
- This nursery applies up to 7 funded hours per day, stretched across 38 weeks of the year. With your selected funding, 21 hours are covered each week. Hours beyond this, including the early and late parts of the day, are charged at the standard rate.
- We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.
Contact Vita et Pax Nursery to get a personalised quote:
Vita et Pax Nursery Reviews (32)
Vita et Pax Nursery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.760) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Vita et Pax Nursery has 32 reviews.
The nursery at Vita, is truly a wonderful place for children to grow and flourish. I have had two children pass through the nursery now and they still tell me very often, how much they loved their time there. The staff are amazing and know just what to say and do to make the children feel happy and...
The nursery at Vita, is truly a wonderful place for children to grow and flourish. I have had two children pass through the nursery now and they still tell me very often, how much they loved their time there. The staff are amazing and know just what to say and do to make the children feel happy and comfortable and want to be there. They learn, they play, they have fun and they build the confidence needed, to move on to reception. I highly recommend this nursery. After trying a few nurseries before I found Vita, I can honestly say, it’s the best in the area!
My child has been at the nursery since the beginning of the 2021 academic year. The nursery has been a nurturing place, allowing my child to blossom into a confident, curious and caring being. Key staff have decades of experience in working with early years foundation stage children and it shows in...
My child has been at the nursery since the beginning of the 2021 academic year. The nursery has been a nurturing place, allowing my child to blossom into a confident, curious and caring being. Key staff have decades of experience in working with early years foundation stage children and it shows in their daily approach towards the children. The staff are approachable and have taken time to work with my child at an individual level, to bring out core strengths in literacy, number work and social interaction. My child is happy to go in every morning and comes home with vivid stories of exciting events during the day. While early years foundation stage facilities are state of the art, the school has a down to earth feel about it. There is a strong emphasis on developing children to become good human beings, overall. If you want your child to thrive in a small, nurturing setting, while being cared for by highly experienced staff, this is the place.
I cannot rate the nursery at Vita Et Pax highly enough. Both my children thrived here and were excited to go in every day. Wonderful nurturing, caring environment. I would recommend a visit, you will not be disappointed.
I cannot rate the nursery at Vita Et Pax highly enough. Both my children thrived here and were excited to go in every day. Wonderful nurturing, caring environment. I would recommend a visit, you will not be disappointed.
Vita et Pax School nursery has been the perfect nurturing environment for our daughter. She has been very happy there and the teachers have really got to know her and how to support her learning. Their experience and knowledge has been exceptional and we feel our daughter has flourished there. The...
Vita et Pax School nursery has been the perfect nurturing environment for our daughter. She has been very happy there and the teachers have really got to know her and how to support her learning. Their experience and knowledge has been exceptional and we feel our daughter has flourished there. The facilities and opportunities have been astounding. We could not have asked for a better pre school year for our daughter.
This is a really lovely, nurturing nursery. I have had 2 children attend the nursery and they absolutely loved it. The teachers are caring, supportive and attentive. My children finished nursery confident, independent, happy and ready for Reception. The best nursery in the area!
This is a really lovely, nurturing nursery. I have had 2 children attend the nursery and they absolutely loved it. The teachers are caring, supportive and attentive. My children finished nursery confident, independent, happy and ready for Reception. The best nursery in the area!
My children have made strong friendships at the school, which started in the nursery.
My children have made strong friendships at the school, which started in the nursery.
This is one of the best nurseries in the area. Both our kids went to the nursery and then continued in the Vita et Pax primary school. We liked the fact that this nursery was part of a school and benefited from the extensive infrastructure. Also, it is run in a ‘learning driven’ setup rather than a...
This is one of the best nurseries in the area. Both our kids went to the nursery and then continued in the Vita et Pax primary school. We liked the fact that this nursery was part of a school and benefited from the extensive infrastructure. Also, it is run in a ‘learning driven’ setup rather than a ‘daycare driven’ setup which meant that our kids were academically growing and getting ready for primary school. Overall, in recent years, the school has further enhanced the offering with breakfast club and late club. We love the fact that most of the pupils are from decent families in the local area and hence little kids (and parents) start friendships that shall go for many future years of their life. The nursery staff are experienced and provide excellent care for kids. They are also always ready to incorporate parents’ feedback. And one final thing to mention - the food (lunch menu) provided to the little children is an extensive 3 courses and of high quality.
Can't speak more highly for the school and nursery at Vita. My children loved the nursery in particular. The staff are all so caring and are really engaged with the children to help them develop. This stood out against other nurseries which did not have such a hands-on approach. There is a clear...
Can't speak more highly for the school and nursery at Vita. My children loved the nursery in particular. The staff are all so caring and are really engaged with the children to help them develop. This stood out against other nurseries which did not have such a hands-on approach. There is a clear and consistent pathway for children in the nursery who then want to move on to prep school. The facilities are great with space inside and outside. The rooms are clean and organised with lots of resources for children to explore. The Nursery Teacher in particular is worth the admission fee alone. She really does nurture children helping them to grow in their development and confidence.
We were initially attracted to Vita et Pax by the idea of smaller classes but it was at the open day that we really appreciated what a great place vita is. The students showing us around were so confident, polite, and articulate. They clearly loved the school. I remember thinking that I would like...
We were initially attracted to Vita et Pax by the idea of smaller classes but it was at the open day that we really appreciated what a great place vita is. The students showing us around were so confident, polite, and articulate. They clearly loved the school. I remember thinking that I would like my girls to turn out like the students who showed us around. Both my children attended the nursery, they couldn't wait to get into school each day. (This is still the case) As parents, we were impressed with the wide variety of activities our girls experienced and the range of subject areas covered. My girls were able to enjoy and explore great indoor and outdoor spaces and were taken care of by experienced and caring staff. The teacher's individual approach to my girls gave them the best possible start to their schooling, whilst the family atmosphere helped settle them into school quickly they have had and continue to have such a happy time at Vita et Pax.
My daughter attends Vita et Pax and I honestly love this school. The standard of education is excellent and the support and care they show to the pupils is outstanding. I can’t recommend them highly enough. They go the extra mile for parents and children. There is much warmth and caring in Vita et...
My daughter attends Vita et Pax and I honestly love this school. The standard of education is excellent and the support and care they show to the pupils is outstanding. I can’t recommend them highly enough. They go the extra mile for parents and children. There is much warmth and caring in Vita et Pax - from the headteacher to all school staff, right through to the parents in the school. It truly is more of a family than a school. My experience in Vita has been that of kindness, fun, laughter, and support. My daughter calls it her ‘magical place’!
Both my children have attended the nursery at Vita Et Pax. I have seen them flourish as individuals in the nursery setting and beyond. The staff have been lovely and I couldn’t ask for more care and attention. My children are confident, happy kids who absolutely love school now and I feel this is...
Both my children have attended the nursery at Vita Et Pax. I have seen them flourish as individuals in the nursery setting and beyond. The staff have been lovely and I couldn’t ask for more care and attention. My children are confident, happy kids who absolutely love school now and I feel this is all due to the environment of Vita Et Pax. Within busy London, it is an oasis of calm and community. You get to know the teachers and other parents well and really feel like you’re part of the family.
My child is just leaving EYFS for the infants and I cannot praise the EYFS team at Vita enough. They have really developed my child's confidence and reading before, during, and after lockdown. They are always full of enthusiasm and great ideas. The facilities in the school are great and extra...
My child is just leaving EYFS for the infants and I cannot praise the EYFS team at Vita enough. They have really developed my child's confidence and reading before, during, and after lockdown. They are always full of enthusiasm and great ideas. The facilities in the school are great and extra curricular activities well thought out. Communication through the EExAT learning journal is really clear and provides an excellent insight into your child's day. The school community is welcoming and inclusive with lots of great PFA led events. Definitely recommend.
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I have had the privilege of being part of the Vita et Pax community since 2001, and over the years, I have had the pleasure of stepping into various...
I have had the privilege of being part of the Vita et Pax community since 2001, and over the years, I have had the pleasure of stepping into various roles, from Nursery Teacher to Deputy Headteacher. My journey at Vita has been deeply fulfilling, watching our school grow and evolve into a nurturing environment where children thrive, feel safe, and love to learn.
Throughout my time here, I’ve always believed that fostering a love for learning and promoting well-being are at the heart of education. As Deputy Headteacher, EYFS Lead and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, I strive to ensure that our youngest learners develop a strong foundation based on the values of care, sharing, and fairness. I work closely with my exceptional team to provide a high standard of teaching that is child-centred and encourages every child to express their understanding with both their peers and the adults in the setting.
Over the years, I have seen children grow into confident, thoughtful and successful individuals. It’s an honour to see the children of my former students now walking through the doors of our nursery, which speaks volumes about the lasting impact we have on families and the trust they place in us. The bond we share with our school community is priceless, and I am immensely proud to be a driving force behind such a dedicated and passionate team.
At Vita et Pax, we embrace the belief that although we may all be different, we are all equal. I am excited to continue contributing to the growth and success of our school, fostering an environment where every child feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

I have been working as a Teaching Assistant for over twenty years and hold an NVQ Level 3 qualification. I have had the privilege of working at Vita...
I have been working as a Teaching Assistant for over twenty years and hold an NVQ Level 3 qualification. I have had the privilege of working at Vita et Pax Preparatory School for over fourteen years, have worked in all year groups, and currently work in the Nursery setting. I am also one of the Wellbeing Team Leads and take pride in looking after the happiness and welfare of all the students in our wonderful school. I have had the pleasure of working with the children who have thrived and flourished in the setting. The children are happy and enjoy coming to Nursery, and I feel proud to be part of this incredible team.

My Name is Miss Vicki Bates I have gained in my years of childcare 18 years of experience working at Cedar Park Nursery. I'm currently now using my...
My Name is Miss Vicki Bates I have gained in my years of childcare 18 years of experience working at Cedar Park Nursery. I'm currently now using my knowledge and skills at Vita et Pax Preparatory School.
I am a Level 3 qualified practitioner who has had the pleasure of having many different roles in my career, such as a Nursery Manager, Nursery SENCO, Nursery Deputy Manager and a room leader. My passion is childcare and working in partnership with families to encourage their little ones to grow and learn.
I am a designated safeguarding lead and an advocate for safeguarding and diversity. At Vita et Pax, the children can explore and learn through play and child-initiated activities.
Your child matters, and we pride ourselves on the enabling environment we have to offer so that your child can learn in all areas of the EYFS.
As a mother of two beautiful boys, I know how important it is to know your child is happy, safe and using their imagination to learn and explore the world around them in nurturing skills for all children to flourish in this way.

I’m Mrs Silvia, a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant, and I truly believe that the early years are the most magical time in a...
I’m Mrs Silvia, a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant, and I truly believe that the early years are the most magical time in a child’s life. Watching little minds explore, discover, and grow is not just my job - it’s my joy and privilege! I love working in Early Years because every day is an opportunity to nurture curiosity, spark creativity, and build confidence in young learners. Through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions, I create a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. For me, early education is about more than just ABCs and 123s - it’s about fostering a love for learning, encouraging self-expression, and helping children develop essential life skills that will shape their future.

I am a qualified teacher with a First Class BA Hons specialising in EYFS, Foundation Stage and KS1. I have been teaching at Vita et Pax School since...
I am a qualified teacher with a First Class BA Hons specialising in EYFS, Foundation Stage and KS1. I have been teaching at Vita et Pax School since 2010 and have a wealth of experience, having taught in classes from Nursery to Year 3. I am currently the Reception class Teacher. I hold certificates in Safeguarding, First Aid, Food Hygiene and Mental Health in Education. I love working as part of the EYFS team and am passionate about providing the children with the best start in their education and development, ensuring they are cared for and ready to transition into school.

Helen is an Early Years Practitioner in our nursery, supporting children's learning, care and wellbeing through play-based EYFS activities every day.

Melisa is an Early Years Practitioner in our nursery team, helping children to learn, play and grow in a warm and caring setting.

Simran is an Early Years Practitioner at our nursery, supporting each child's care, play and early learning across the EYFS.

Suzanne is an Early Years Practitioner in our nursery, helping children to feel safe, happy and confident as they learn through play.
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