Devonshire House School Expands Nursery Once Again

Devonshire House School Expands Nursery Provision Once Again with Fourth Acorns Class

Devonshire House School opened a new Acorns Nursery class in September 2026, responding to continued growth in demand for early years places.

Following the successful launch of a second Acorns class in 2024 and a third in January 2026, the School has further expanded its Nursery provision with the opening of a fourth Acorns group for children aged two to three.

The expansion reflects sustained parent demand and the success of the School’s Early Years approach. To support this growth, Devonshire House Prep School Year 5 pupils relocated to the independent school’s Lyndhurst Gardens campus, called the Upper School. This move enables pupils to benefit from specialist Upper School facilities while increasing integration with Years 6 and 7, strengthening their preparation for senior school transition.

The continued expansion of the Nursery is a strong indicator of the Dukes Education North London prep school future growth potential and a testament to the success of our Learning Through Play approach.

Extended Refurbished Facilities

All seven Nursery classrooms (four Acorns classes for children aged 2 to 3, and three Oaks classrooms for children aged 3 to 4) have been refurbished in the last three years and feature natural furniture and a calm feeling for children to settle and feel at home. They are complemented by amazing outdoor spaces including:

• Buggy Park for parents
• Sustainable playground with sandpits, mud kitchen, climbing frame, imaginative pirate ship
• Planting / sensory area
• Covered area for story time and rainy days!

Strong Demand for Future Years

Places for the academic year of 2027/2028 are going fast. If you are interested in a nursery place, to avoid any disappointment, be sure not to leave it too long before contacting the Admissions Team!

The school organises several Open Mornings each term, allowing parents to experience the Nursery and wider school environment first hand. Tours are led by Devonshire House pupils from Year 6 and Year 8, offering visitors a unique insight into school life. Private tours are also available for registered families, and the admissions process is designed to be quick, smooth and accessible, including remote options.