Parents recommendations


"Both my daughters have gone to Toad Hall nursery and have loved their time there. The atmosphere is very warm and friendly. We like the small size of the class and the fact that there is a continuity of teachers (the same ones have been there the whole time). The teachers are very imaginative and are always coming up with exciting and stimulating projects for the children. The staff encourage good manners but in a relaxed way. Both my daughters have grown enormously in confidence during their time there. Toad Hall has established in their minds that learning is fun and an enjoyable experience. I could not imagine a better start to their education."
 
Laura Fox (2006)


"Our two children (six years apart, one boy one girl) both loved toad Hall. We all enjoyed the amazingly kind, positive and creative atmosphere at the school. The emphasis is on creativity and expression but within an imaginatively controlled framework. The children learn how to communicate with one another and their teachers, making and sustaining strong friendships. They also learn to listen and to sit still, but above all they have fun. The very loving and energetic teaching team put a huge amount of energy into constructive themed projects, as well as general daily outpourings of paintings, collages etc made in a wide range of styles and mediums.
 The school manages very well the crucial and very special time in a child's life between what will probably be the first days away from home through to becoming fully ready for entry into primary school."
 
Charlie Millar, Alice Martin (2006)


"All three of my children have had/are having wonderful years at Toad hall. We have found the nursery to be an incredibly positive experience. The teachers are extremely competent, experienced and caring. The environment feels cosy and safe and fun - perfect for pre-school years. My children have learnt vast amounts of general knowledge about the world, and all the basic skills, in a very inspiring and fun way. We will all be very sad when our last child finishes!"

Hannah Wyncoll (2006)


"Toad Hall provides a happy and stimulating environment for pre school children. My eldest son Max thrived here and my youngest son Josh has just joined the nursery and is enjoying the time he spends at Toad Hall. Vivien and the teaching team support learning with a lot of fun activities. The projects each term are both educational and enjoyable. I have nothing but praise for Vivien, Carolyn and Loretta."

Stephanie Collins (2006)


"Peter has been at Toad Hall for a year and he is very happy.  The nursery is ideal for him - small, friendly, caring and he loves the variety of activities.  He is already teaching us from what he has learnt through the different topics!
As parents we value the flexibility over sessions - full day or half day, and if we need an occasional extra session (and there's room) that's OK too.  Thank you Toad Hall! "

Scott, Linda, Tim (2006)


"Tom is very happy at Toad Hall and has made lots of new friends.  The carefully thought out curriculum and facilities are all first rate - Tom has blossomed.  The children are cared for very thoughtfully and their needs are met with understanding by the excellent staff.  We are impressed with educational visits to the nursery and trips out.   We leave Tom at Toad Hall with complete ease and peace of mind."

Josa & Nigel Winfield (2006)


"As a new parent at Toad Hall, I am delighted by the way that my son has taken to it. It is a great to have such a positive introduction to education. From day one he has been bowled over by it and sad to finish each morning.  I am not surprised that he loves it as every day he comes home with something exciting – from chocolate birds nests to Halloween sandwiches, from paintings of large feathered flamingos to photos of him holding a real owl. 
Since he started, he has been stimulated and has shown an interest in counting, and spelling and finding out new things. He seeks things out in our house to show his favourite teachers ‘vivian, Carolyn and Lorreta. They are all extremely thoughtful, helpful and totally professional and the kids love them.  
Toad Hall is a great introduction to learning – for both kids and parents."

Annie Hughes (2006)


"Two of our children went (one is going) to Toad Hall and we will have the youngest starting in spring time. They have trouly enjoyed their time there and I and my husband are very pleased about it too!
The day is well organised, children feel confident on a structured environment; my main enthusiasm about the school is the creative activity they do, always with a different theme.
The school have worked very well for us, under every aspect and I have no hesitation on recommend it to anyone"

Luisa and Brian (2006)


"My daughter Cora and son Digby have attended Toad hall nursery school.
I have been really pleased with the brilliant start the school gives young children in a friendly environment with kind and caring staff.
Both children have blossomed and really enjoyed the interesting topics, the trips out, story tune and the friendships they've made.
It's fabulous to see children grow in confidence and enjoy learning.
Toad Hall has given me the security that my children are well cared for and stimulated by staff they know well.
It has been very flexible in approach to the numbers of sessions, going at the child's pace.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Toad Hall to any parents."

Frances Hilliard (2004)


"I first became acquainted with Toad Hall when my first son was two and a half years old.
As a new mother I was keen to ensure that my child's first educational experiences outside the home were happy and inviting.
I chose Toad Hall because of its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, which is a testament to the enormous effort and hard work of Vivien, Carolyn and the rest of the staff.
At Toad Hall they have created a friendly and welcoming environment for children to have their first encounter with structured learning.
The dedicated caring teaching reflects in the children's interest in the various topics and their enthusiasm to take part."

Kathryn Garbett (2004)
Mother of Alex and twins, Annice and Ethan


"I have sent my four children to Toad Hall and have been consistently found the quality of education to be excellent.
It is a very friendly school, which caters for all aspects of a child’s development. The pre-prep schools to which my children have progressed have commented upon the superb all-round education they have received.
Despite moving house to a different London borough I still send my youngest daughter to Toad Hall, as I truly believe it is an excellent school.
I cannot recommend it too highly."

Louisa Taylor (2004)