Reception at Knightsbridge

The Reception year at Knightsbridge School is a milestone moment. It is the bridge between the discovery of the early years and the transition into the Junior School. As a leading London private school, our mission is to build the vital foundations of learning, ensuring every child transitions from a curious toddler into a confident, inquisitive pupil with a genuine love for school. Whether your child is moving up from our own Nursery or joining us for the very first time, we ensure the experience is smooth, supportive, and exciting.

Reception at a Glance

Detail	Information
Ages	4 – 5
Termly Fees	£10,390
Learning approach	Classroom designed as a “Third Practitioner”; child-led discovery within a structured framework
Subjects	Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World and Expressive Arts and Design
Specialist provision	Sports at Holland Park and Burton Court Arts performances including the Winter play French and Spanish lessons
What’s next	Direct progression into Junior School (Year 1)

The Classroom as the ‘Third Practitioner’

Our Reception classrooms are not just rooms; they are designed as additional learning tools. Set up to be warm, nurturing, and stimulating, the layout acts as a “Third Practitioner”. Resources are positioned to encourage children to take the lead in their own education.

Child-Led Discovery: We foster independence by allowing children to pursue their own ideas and make choices, while our educators provide the framework to turn those choices into learning moments.
Specialist Integration: Children continue to enjoy our rich specialist timetable, enjoying sports in local green spaces such as Holland Park and Burton Court and building confidence in the Arts as they perform on stage in their Winter plays.
Enrichment Beyond the Classroom: As a private school situated in the heart of Central London, we make the most of our location to provide our students with exceptional enrichment opportunities. Our pupils go on several educational visits each term, bringing their learning to life.

Learn more about the EYFS Curriculum here

A Personalised Learning Journey

We don’t believe in a “one size fits all” education. At Knightsbridge, we see your child as a unique individual with distinct skills, interests, and ideas, providing the high-quality, tailored attention expected of a top London private school.

Observation-Led Planning: We carefully observe each child’s spontaneous access to learning. These insights allow us to tailor day-to-day experiences to their specific well-being and developmental needs.
Digital Learning Journeys: We document this progress in a beautiful, personalised Learning Journey. Shared with parents at the end of each full term, this digital story captures their academic progress, social interactions, and amazing achievements that make the Reception year so special.

The Next Step

By the end of Reception, a KS student is more than just “school-ready.” They are independent thinkers who are comfortable and confident in their environment, have built strong academic foundations, and are eager to step into Year 1.

Learn more about the transition into our Junior school.

Frequently Asked Questions About Reception

What curriculum does Reception follow at Knightsbridge School?

Reception follows our Early Years curriculum, built on the EYFS framework, with rich specialist provision in sport and the arts alongside core learning.

How is my child's progress tracked in Reception?

We use observation-led planning and document each child’s progress in a personalised digital Learning Journey, shared with parents at the end of every full term.

What happens after Reception at Knightsbridge?

Reception pupils progress directly into our Junior School (Year 1), continuing with the friends and teachers they already know.