The Thinking School: Why Now is the Time to Plan for Reception 2027 at NHP
In the heart of Notting Hill, a unique educational philosophy is at work. At Notting Hill Prep (NHP), we believe that academic excellence and the protection of the joy of childhood are not mutually exclusive, they are partners.
For parents looking ahead to Reception entry in September 2027, the journey of choosing a school starts long before the first bell rings. In a city where education can often feel like a race, NHP offers a different pace: one rooted in curiosity, metacognition, and a “soundproofed bubble” of creative learning in W11.
At NHP, we are famously known as “The Thinking School.” By the time a child starts in Reception, we are already preparing them to navigate a changing world using tools like Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats.
Planning for 2027 entry now allows families to:
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Observe the Culture: See our philosophy in action during our Open Mornings.
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Understand the “NHP Way”: Learn how we balance high-level academics (with leavers heading to Eton, St Paul’s Girls, and Westminster) with a woodland-style adventure playground.
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Secure the Connection: Early registration ensures you are part of our community communications well before the Reception 2027 deadline.
A Place to Thrive
What makes an NHP education bespoke? It is the belief that children learn best when they are happy. Often referred to by our pupils as “No Happier Place,” our school provides a nurturing environment where:
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Thinking is Taught: We focus on how to learn, ensuring pupils are resilient and intellectually curious.
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Community Matters: From our active Parents’ Association to our rooftop beehives, we are a true neighbourhood school with a global outlook.
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Specialist Innovation: Even our youngest learners benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and a curriculum that values “Kung-Fu Maths” as much as mindfulness.
Is there still space for September 2026?
While formal registrations for Reception 2026 have now closed, we remain mindful that London life is dynamic. Occasional vacancies can arise due to family relocations; therefore, we invite families seeking 2026 entry to contact our Admissions team directly for a real-time availability update. Meanwhile, we are now officially welcoming registrations for our September 2027 cohort.
For all admissions enquiries, please contact the Head of Admissions, Rhonda Qually, admissions@nottinghillprep.com.
Visit Us in W11
The best way to experience the energy of NHP is to step inside our school. Spread across three specialist buildings in the heart of W11, NHP is designed to grow with your child, from the nurturing environment of our Early Years setting to our advanced science labs and creative design studio.
We invite prospective 2027 parents to join us for our upcoming Open Mornings. It is a chance to tour our facilities, meet our Head, Maxine Scully, and see first hand why NHP remains one of the most sought-after prep schools in London.
