The Square Nursery School

18 Holland Park Avenue, London W11 3QU
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A caring and nurturing home-from-home nursery. The Square Nursery School educates up to 20 children from 12 months to 5 years old and is proudly located on Holland Park Avenue, between Holland Park and Notting Hill Gate stations.

This nursery boasts a beautiful garden, providing children with daily outdoor play and exercise, as well as rich opportunities to grow and nurture plants and crops first hand.

They offer nursery sessions on both a full-time and sessional basis, and are open from 8:45am to 4:00pm on weekdays.

With the help of the children, their experienced staff plan a variety of activities including Music & Movement, Spanish, Cookery, and regular outings in the local area. They ensure these activities are appropriate for the children’s age and development level, working closely with the EYFS curriculum.

The Nursery is excited to join your child’s journey and looks forward to welcoming you for a personal tour.

Book now to experience the nursery first-hand and meet the team!
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • The Square Nursery School Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Zoey Gordon (Nursery Head Teacher)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 3

Total Places for Children

  • 20

Age Range

  • from 1 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • 5 Morning Sessions are priced at £3675 per term
    5 Afternoon Sessions are priced at £3553 per term

  • Monthly payments towards nursery fees are also accepted
    For further information on fees and funding for The Square Nursery School please contact the nursery directly

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:45-16:00
    Tuesday 08:45-16:00
    Wednesday 08:45-16:00
    Thursday 08:45-16:00
    Friday 08:45-16:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

The Square Nursery School Reviews (18)

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The Square Nursery School has a Review Score of 10 (9.986) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Square Nursery School has 18 reviews.

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Review from Krishma D (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our third daughter started this nursery in May 2025. I cannot express how happy I am with this nursery, after only learning about it by walking past its gate. Our two other daughters attended different nurseries but neither of them settled in as well as our third daughter has. The playdate at our house
with staff member ahead of Willow starting the nursery was transformational to the whole experience. The children are kept busy, they learn lots and generally having a great time! Willow is excited after the weekend to see the staff member and her friends again.
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Review from Jack P (Father of Child) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started in April & I cannot speak highly enough about them & how he has thrived under their care. The range of activities they do every day is extraordinary; this week alone they made a volcano out of plaster of paris, painted it & showed the kids a 30 seconds video of a volcano exploding to
engage them in the activity. The kids are constantly baking, gardening & learning. The 1 thing that struck us when looking for a nursery was that this is a Montessori learning environment, which is very different to daycare. There are a number of places that offer daycare, which is essentially what it says on the tin. They keep children safe whilst parents work, usually offering long day options. This is very different, as the children are learning constantly & their fine motor skill & speech are improving through engaging, interactive activities. Our son cries on the weekends when he doesn't go; that says it all. We can't even walk past the school on weekends, as he wants to go in. He loves it.
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Review from E D (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at The Square Nursery School. The team are incredibly caring, supportive, and dedicated, and they've created such a nurturing environment where children can truly thrive.
Our son Oliver has absolutely loved his time here - he's grown in confidence, made wonderful
friendships, and learned so much through play and discovery. The staff know each child so well and always go above and beyond to make them feel safe, valued, and happy.
We're so grateful for the love and attention shown to Oliver, and we will really miss being part of this wonderful community. Highly recommended to any family looking for a warm, welcoming, and inspiring nursery.
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Review from Lenka A (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We would like to share how happy we were with this nursery. Our son loved going every day, and we always felt confident he was in a safe, caring, and positive environment. The teachers not only support the children in all the expected ways, but they also give them warmth, kindness, and genuine love
- and that makes all the difference. Our son truly felt at home there.
The food was also excellent. Our son enjoyed the meals, which made things much easier for us as parents. While the nursery allows lunch packs from home, it's a real bonus when your child eats the provided meals with joy.
We are truly grateful for everything the nursery has given our child during his time there. It's a wonderful place, and we wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent looking for more than just childcare - a place where their child will be truly cared for.
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Review from Kirsty A (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter (2.5y) attended The Square Nursery School from Jan - July 2025. I didn't return to work after mat leave and was the main carer for her so was nervous about how she'd cope without me but the manager, one staff member in particular and the wider team at TSNS couldn't have been warmer, more
accommodating, flexible and supportive of her transition to a nursery setting. She settled in extremely quickly, always loved going to school and spoke highly of her teachers and friends. The school organised many fun trips out - to the library, the park, to buy toothbrushes etc. and had thoughtful, themed weeks throughout each term. Our highlight was when the nursery organised for duck eggs to hatch at school and the children spent the following weeks watching them hatch, feed, swim, before being rehomed. Can't speak more highly of this school and would recommend it to any family looking for a 'home away from home' environment who care deeply about each child and their unique needs.
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Review from Yurika N (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Without a doubt, this is the best nursery. We moved from Japan to London last autumn, and at first, our son was confused because he didn't understand any English. We visited eight nurseries, but Square Nursery stood out with its warm atmosphere and thoughtful staff. We knew right away this was the place.
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only cried at drop-off for a few days, then quickly came to love the teachers and went to nursery every morning with a smile. He picked up English so fast-singing songs, saying the days of the week, and chatting happily with others.
The curriculum is fantastic, too. He learned to cook in fun classes and even experienced hatching duck eggs-something so unique.
The teachers always found and shared his good qualities, which really encouraged me in a new parenting environment. The staff's warm greetings and cheerful conversations always lifted me up.
Even at home, he celebrated his teachers' birthdays (even when it wasn't their birthday), which showed how happy he felt at nursery.
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Review from Jennifer S (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I sent my youngest here in Jan. My oldest went to another nursery, which highlighted to me was how exceptional the service, care, professionalism, kindness & staff are at The Square Nursery. They could not be more different to my other nursery experience. They are innovative with their activities &
have a FULL calendar every term. It fills me with such joy to know that my child is doing so much more than I ever could with him. The headteacher is wonderful & so are two other specific staff members. They are the kindest, warmest people, who clearly love their job & all the children. They have an abundance of patience & time & they take pride in their work to make every child feel special. They are nurturing & understanding & do not apply a '1 size fits all' attitude when it comes to children's development. I visited A LOT of nurseries & as soon as i walked into this one I made the decision on the spot that we would send my child here. The premises are so clean & inviting & the garden is big & beautiful.
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Review from B A (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter used to come here and all teachers were adorable. They were very helpful with the settling in (no tears!), they always shared a few words at pick-up describing how the morning had been like and what special progress our daughter had made on that particular day. They cared about the curriculum
as well: parents' meetings were very detailed and you could see the learning curve of your child on all different areas. We can't recommend enough this nursery!
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Review from P H (Grandmother of Child) published on 26 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Square Nursery School is home away from home for my granddaughter. The staff are like family, and the interactions without a doubt are second to none! Activities, always prepared to stretch my granddaughter's mind and imagination, making her always excited to be there, her hand-eye coordination
improved with ease, not to mention her fine motor skills. The Square Nursery School is truly a Gem. Hard to find, I'm so grateful it exists.
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Review from R D (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is truly privileged to have been able to experience this nursery. What makes this place truly amazing is the devotion from the staff. The staff here truly love working with children and it shows. I felt at ease leaving my child there knowing they were truly being cared for, educated, showed
compassion and respect. My daughter formed great friendships and learnt so much here. The staff even assisted me with her fussy eating and toilet training! It was so upsetting when she had to leave as I knew no primary school would ever be able to match up to this nursery.
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Review from D F (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Square Nursery School has been a second home for our child, and we owe a lot to the amazing teachers. Their genuine warmth and kindness have had such a positive impact on our child's life. They know every child's personality and interests, and they tailor activities to make learning enjoyable. They
have created a nurturing and fun environment where our little one feels safe and happy. This kind of dedication and personal attention has made The Square Nursery School an exceptional place, and we are so grateful to have found it.
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Review from Sophie K (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a perfect place for children to learn and play. I don't even know where to start in explaining how great this nursery is. This nursery has a small, family-like atmosphere, so they know each child's characteristics, developmental stage, and preferences in detail. They show a lot of care and love
for the children. I was very confident it was the right choice after speaking with the headteacher. She had a clear vision and goals for what they wanted to achieve and cared for the children with a well-organized daily schedule.
One of the reasons I chose this nursery was because I could also see they focused on language development through active communication, personal engagement and love which is far different from other nurseries.
After a year and a half, we had to leave this nursery because we moved to another area, which was really sad. My son still says this is his favourite nursery and remembers all the teachers' names.
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Review from Michelle C (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Square School Nursery has been an incredible experience for my two sons, who attended from age 2 to 4. The warm, homely environment and dedicated staff created a safe and engaging space and the children looked forward to attending every day.
The exceptional teachers personalized their approach
to meet each child's needs, creating a strong sense of security and belonging. The comprehensive and flexible curriculum promoted cognitive, social, and motor skills through a variety of fun activities such as forest school, excursions out, free play and garden activities.
Communication with parents was excellent, with regular updates and meetings in person keeping us well-informed. Photos were also shared securely on the app. The inclusive atmosphere fostered a strong sense of community, encouraging friendships and social development amongst the children as well as the parent community.
Overall, I highly recommend it to any parent seeking a nursery for their child.
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Review from Adrian S (Father of Child) published on 7 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sending my daughter to the Square Nursery School was one of the best decisions we made for her learning, development, and fun! This environment became a second home for her, where the teachers genuinely cared. She was always engaged in a variety of well-thought-out activities, including cooking, forest
school, paddling pool days, and learning Spanish. The experienced teachers consistently went the extra mile to provide wonderful experiences for the children while building strong relationships with their families. The regular, age-appropriate outings always left my daughter excited to share the fun she had. At the end of each day, the teachers would take a few minutes to update us on how her day went, keeping us involved in her daily experiences.
Thanks to the love, care, and effort we received at the Square, my daughter was more than ready to attend primary school. She made wonderful friends and memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you!
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Review from G B (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I sent both my kids to The Square Nursery School and it was the best decision as far as nurseries. The teachers are absolutely wonderful, I felt very comfortable leaving my kids in their hands. Both kids loved their nurseries, they developed academically and socially so well and left fully prepared
for primary school, where the transition was seamless.
The teachers at The Square Nursery School are great at working on the individual needs of each child, and we were able to easily overcome some developmental hurdles with their help.
The facilities are bright and cheerful, with lots of educational and fun activities!
I'm forever thankful to the staff there for taking such good care of my kids.
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Review from Nita V (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I sent my 3-year-old daughter to this nursery, after trying out 2 local nurseries prior, but she never settled in them. But when we discovered Square Nursery School via a friend's recommendation I knew the search was over! This is truly the best thing I did for my daughter. She was so happy instantly,
with no tears and excelled in every way here! Feels like home. The garden space is much bigger than any nursery I saw in the area, kids love it and get actively involved in gardening. The teachers get all the credit though. They are passionate for the kids to grow academically and personally - making them fully prepared for primary school! I too made wonderful friends here. Just a delight! 5 stars for this unpresuming nursery.
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Review from Charlotte B (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have gone to The Square Nursery School and have experienced happy, individual and fulfilling experiences. They have done a wonderful job of helping our boys develop both academically and emotionally and we really feel the school is an extension from home. The lovely teachers have
always treated our sons like family, and they too feel like family to us.
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Review from Kenan E (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A truly outstanding nursery with warm and friendly staff - a gem of a school in this area. Would highly recommend to anyone, after having three children of our own attend this school. The facilities have been recently renewed and look fantastic!
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.986)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.986) out of 10 for The Square Nursery School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.986 for The Square Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (211 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 214 Ratings = 4.986
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Square Nursery School is based on 18 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 20 number of registered child places is 4, which has been reached with 18 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Square Nursery School

What is the Age Range of Children that The Square Nursery School accepts?

The Square Nursery School accepts Children aged from 1 year 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Square Nursery School Open?

The Square Nursery School is open: Monday 08:45-16:00, Tuesday 08:45-16:00, Wednesday 08:45-16:00, Thursday 08:45-16:00, Friday 08:45-16:00.

How many Children does The Square Nursery School have capacity for?

The Square Nursery School has capacity for a total of 20 Children.

How far is The Square Nursery School to the centre of London?

2.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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