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WELCOME TO HAMPSTEAD NURSERY & PRE-PREP
At NBH Hampstead Nursery & Pre-Prep School (becoming Alleyn’s Hampstead in September 2026), children aged 2 to 7 are immersed in a wholly holistic education, delivered by a truly caring team of experienced staff and subject specialists, each dedicated to inspiring a curiosity for knowledge. In the heart of Hampstead and with our Nursery and Pre-Prep campuses just moments away from one another, we are a diverse yet tight-knit community with kindness at our core. Our nurturing setting and expertise in early childhood development see happy children thrive in the formative years of education, making significant progress as they discover their ‘True North’.
KNOWING THE INDIVIDUAL
We pride ourselves on really getting to know each individual child on their journey through Nursery & Pre-Prep, tailoring our approach to make our already warm environment optimal for every learner. Whether your child joins us the day they turn 2-years-old, at age 3, or 4+, they will thrive in our culture of care, where teachers create meaningful relationships to support the growth of confidence and resilience, and utilise high staff to pupil ratios to help every child achieve their full potential.
FOSTERING EXCELLENCE
Our wide and enriching learning experience sees children explore the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and Key Stage 1 core curricula and so much more. Subject specialist teaching sparks wonder in everything from drama and storytelling, music, gym and dance, to French, Italian and Forest School, providing a broad platform for academic and creative excellence and plenty of opportunity for children to develop their own passions and interests ahead of Prep School.
WE WOULD LOVE TO SHOW YOU AROUND
Join us at an Open Day to see the school in action, hear from the Head, and meet our brilliant staff and pupils. Private tours are available if you cannot make the next Open Day, or if you are looking for a mid-year or immediate vacancy. We are here to personalise your tour experience.
As we become Alleyn’s Hampstead from September 2026, we recommend you join us for our next Alleyn’s Hampstead Open Mornings on
Friday 3 October, 9.30am and 10.30am
Saturday 4 October, 9.30 am and 10.30am
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Our final day of the summer term was full of celebration and a few slices of cake, of course! Each class enjoyed their own party, and we even marked a few birthdays along the way - a wonderful end to another fantastic year.
Wishing all our pupils, families, and staff a well deserved restful, sunshine-filled summer break.☀️
#nbhhampstead #summerholidays #classparties #schoolcelebration #wearecognita
A day to remember at Wimbledon!
A lucky group of students spent Quarter Finals Day soaking up the atmosphere, watching world-class tennis, and enjoying strawberries on Henman Hill.
They were then treated to an amazing afternoon on Centre Court - watching Sabalenka battle through a gripping three-set match, followed by Alcaraz showcasing incredible skill in his straight-sets win over Norrie. The trip ended with pizza in the Southern Village before heading home! Students were selected for their outstanding attitude in PE this year, a well-deserved treat and a much sunnier outing than their last rain-soaked visit! 🌞🍓🎾
#NBHHampstead #Wimbledon2025 #SportsInspiration #schooltrip #
Year 1 recently ventured into the wild at Hobbledown Heath, where they enjoyed a science-packed day discovering animals in interactive enclosures - from capybaras and lemurs to birds of prey!
They voyaged through four themed play villages, complete with tunnels, towers, water play, and giant net parks; climbed wooden forts; raced down slides; and even met friendly farm creatures.
A perfect hands-on celebration to crown an incredible year of growth, exploration and wonder! 🐾🌿
#nbhhampstead #schooltrip #exploringlondon #learningoutside #wearecognita
We’ve just wrapped up Sports Day 2025 at StoneX Stadium! The day has been nothing short of House spirit and healthy competition. Students took part in a range of activities including the relay, 100m sprint, tug of war, long jump, sack race, javelin - showing fantastic effort throughout the day.
Well done to all our students for making it such a memorable day, as always, and thank you to our brilliant PE team and wider staff for organising another great Sports Day. We’re also grateful to the parents who came along to support.
Congratulations to this year’s winning House… 🔴 Decus! 🔴
#nbhhampstead #sportsday #sportsday2025 #teamspirit #wearecognita
We are delighted to announce that Mr David Gaffney will be joining NBH Nursery & Pre-Prep Hampstead as our new Deputy Head of Strategy and Innovation from September 2025.
David brings with him a wealth of experience from leading independent schools, including his current role as Assistant Head and Deputy DSL at Brighton College Prep. His impressive background also includes key leadership roles at St George’s Windsor Castle, where he played a key role in implementing the strong curriculum programmes, bringing a strong balance of academic rigour and real-world relevance. As well as founding work with international schools such as North London Collegiate School Jeju and Brighton College Singapore. He will play a significant role in our transition to Alleyn’s Hampstead Nursery & Junior School in 2026.
We look forward to welcoming David and the insight, care and energy he’ll bring to our community. 🌟
#nbhhampstead #teacherfeature #nurseryschool #independentschool #staffupdate #london #wearecognita
A brilliant couple of days on the track and field! 🏃♂️💥
Our students recently gave it their all at the ISA Nationals and the London Schools Championships, and came away with some outstanding results:
🥈Patrick - 2nd in Javelin
🥉Alexander - 3rd in Javelin & 3rd in the 800m
🏅David - 4th in the 100m
To even qualify for these events is an achievement in itself, so a huge well done to everyone who competed. You continue to make us proud at every competition! 👏
#nbhhampstead #AthleticsSuccess #ProudSchool #TrackAndField #LondonSchoolsChampionships #ISANationals
Our parents are a huge part of what makes NBH Hampstead Senior such a supportive and inspiring place to learn. Their feedback helps us grow, reflect, and stay connected to what matters most.
Here are just a few things they’ve shared with us recently. 🤍📣
#NBHHampstead #ParentQuotes #SchoolThatCares #parentfeedback #wearecognita
Our Nursery and Pre-Prep pupils had the best time at Sports Day! There were big smiles, lots of cheering and just the right amount of healthy competition.
Thank you to all our parents who came to support, we loved having you there! 🏅☀️
#SportsDay #LittleAthletes #EarlyYearsFun #nbhhampstead
MAKE AN ENQUIRY
Please do get in touch to find out more about our school and life at North Bridge House.
As we transition to Alleyn’s Hampstead in September 2026, we recommend that any families looking to join us from 2026 onwards enquire below.