Nursery
Forest Explorers Nursery is a key entry point to Kent College Prep School, and children can join from the term they turn two 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.
Ready for Reception
Friday 23rd January 9.00am – 10.00am
This is a wonderful opportunity for children and families to explore, learn, and get a head start on the exciting journey into school life. Come and meet our friendly staff, see our classrooms, and take part in fun activities designed to make the transition smooth and enjoyable.
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Fridays in Term Time, 10.00am to 11.00am
Families with pre-school children are welcome to joinour free Stay and Play session. These sessions featurefun play, creative crafts, and enjoyable singing or astory time. It’s a fantastic chance to explore the Nursery setting,meet the staff and other families, and watch your child have a lovelytime! The sessions are suitable for parents withchildren from new-born to 3 years.
Showtime Saturday
Saturday 7th February, 8.45am-11.00am
Join us for a morning of fun with workshops in singing, drama, dance and music. Meet our specialist teachers and find out about the music provision at Kent College Prep and what makes us so special.
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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.
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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 £300 deposit and signed contract is required to accept the place. The deposit now includes VAT.
We will invite your child to join us for two settling-in sessions in the term before they are due to start.