Nursery
Forest Explorers Nursery is a key entry point to Kent College Prep School, and children can join from the term they turn three years with a guaranteed place in our Reception class.
We invite families to visit us throughout the year; come along to Prep School events or join us for Nursery Stay and Play sessions. We hope you and your child will spend time getting to know us in advance of applying for a place and joining us.
Families with pre-school children are welcome to join the weekly Parent and Toddler Group on Friday mornings, 10.00am-11.00am during the term.
Prep Open Morning
Thursday 21st November, 8.30am - 10.00am
Discover what makes Kent College Prep such a special place to learn. Tour the school, hear from Head, Mrs Hall and Head of Early Years, Mrs Cole, and meet our pupils and teachers.
Book HereReady for Reception
29th November, 3rd December and 13th January 2025
Families interested in learning more about our Reception class are invited to join us to meet Mrs Cole, Head of Early Years and Reception teacher and see lessons in action. These will be Forest Fun on Friday 29th November, 1.30-2.30pm, PE on Tuesday 3rd December 9.00-10.00am and Phonics on Monday 13th January 2025, 9.00-10.00am. Places are limited and we encourage families to book one session only.
Book hereStay & Play Sessions
All Sessions Are Fully Booked
For families interested in joining Forest Explorers Nursery, the Stay and Play sessions are an opportunity to explore the Nursery, see the outdoor learning provision and meet Head of Early Years, Mrs Cole. These sessions are out in our forest so suitable footwear and clothing are required. Dates for 2025 will be published shortly.
Parent and Toddler Group
Fridays, 10.00am-11.00am
Families with pre-school children are welcome to join our free Parent and Toddler Group. These sessions feature fun play, creative crafts, and enjoyable singing or a story time. The sessions are suitable for parents with children from new-born to 3 years.
Book HereIndividual School Tours
Term Time
We warmly invite families to visit our Prep School for an individual tour with Head, Mrs Hall or Head of Early Years, Mrs Cole. These are by appointment only during term time.
Book HereShowtime Saturday
Saturday 8th February, 9.00am-12.00pm
Join us for a fun morning of drama, music and performance at Kent College Prep School. Take part in workshops and activities that showcase the first class performing arts provision, meet our specialist teachers and see the fantastic facilities our Prep pupils use. Suitable for children from 3-11 years.
Book hereAPPLICATION PROCESS
If you would like apply for a place for your child after visiting the Nursery, we ask for an application form together with a £120 registration fee. The registration fee now includes VAT and is non refundable.
Once we have received your application and registration fee, and subject to spaces being available, we will make an offer of a place. A £250 deposit and signed contract is required to accept the place.
We will invite your child to join us for two settling-in sessions in the term before they are due to start.