Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Rickmansworth Park, Chorleywood Road, Rickmansworth WD3 4HF
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  • Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School, Rickmansworth
Ruspini House Pre-School occupies its own building on the extensive RMS for Girls Campus. The facilities create a unique 'school within a school' for the youngest members of the RMS family. Full use is made of the extensive 300-acre campus including the swimming pool, sports centre and the school library. Ruspini House has its own woodland classroom and dedicated outdoor space. RMS is a trauma-informed school, nurturing every child.

Ruspini House is a friendly community that offers a stimulating, happy and supportive environment into which pupils settle quickly. The educational environment supports the pupils' creativity, curiosity and concentration, preparing them well for the transition to the RMS Reception in Cadogan House. The children also benefit from the wider school departmental specialism including:

- Weekly music lessons with the Head of Music at the Prep School
- Weekly reading sessions in the beautiful and amply resourced RMS library
- Swimming lessons with the Director of Sport at RMS
- Gymnastics lessons in the sports hall
- Visits to the Planetarium along with regular interactive sessions led by the RMS Senior School Science Department. Science experiments in the labs, pond dipping in the RMS pond and sensory experiences have all taken place this year.
- Everyday use of the 300-acre grounds and access to an extensive outdoor learning programme

They also enjoy weekly Spanish lessons with an external teacher along with visits from the local farm, Police and Fire Services.

Ruspini House provides a smooth and robust transition into Reception at RMS for Girls.

The nursery class, Blossoms, is a girls-only environment with a high ratio of qualified staff providing a child-centred approach to learning. As the EYFS teachers know the girls so well, there is no need for a formal assessment when they move up to Reception.

Care Provided by Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

  • Type of Service
  • Nursery School – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • RMS for Girls
  • Person in charge
  • Vicky Greig (Head of Ruspini House)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Registered Charity Number
  • 276784
  • Total Places for Children
  • 60
  • Age Range
    • from 2 years 0 months
    • to 4 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • 2 weeks at Christmas & half terms

Funding & Fees Guide for Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

  • Ruspini House Termly Fees 2024/25


    We currently offer universal free early years education for 3- and 4-year-olds for 15 hours a week. Children become eligible the term after their third birthday. This funding is provided as 15 hours free, spread over 5 days, with 3 hours per day from 8.30 am to 11.30 am.


    Pre-School (2-3 years old)


    Exclusive of Early Years Funding:


    Minimum 3 mornings: ÂŁ1,755


    Per additional morning session: ÂŁ585


    Per additional afternoon session: ÂŁ425


    Full day week (8.30 am – 3.45 pm): £4,690


    Full day week, plus Breakfast & Tea Club (8.00 am – 5.00 pm): £5,480


    Full day week, plus Tea and Late Club (8.00 am – 6.00 pm): £6,130


    Inclusive of Early Years Funding (allocated to morning sessions):


    Minimum 3 mornings: ÂŁ1,132


    Per additional morning session: ÂŁ378


    Per additional afternoon session: ÂŁ425


    Full day week (8.30 am – 3.45 pm): £3,652


    Full day week, plus Breakfast & Tea Club (8.00 am – 5.00 pm): £4,442


    Full day week, plus Tea and Late Club (8.00 am – 6.00 pm): £5,092


    Nursery (3-4 years old)


    Exclusive of Early Years Funding:


    Minimum 5 mornings: ÂŁ2,925


    Per additional afternoon session: ÂŁ425


    Full day week (8.30 am – 3.45 pm): £4,690


    Full day week, plus Breakfast & Tea Club (8.00 am – 5.00 pm): £5,480


    Full day week, plus Tea and Late Club (8.00 am – 6.00 pm): £6,130


    Inclusive of Early Years Funding (allocated to morning sessions):


    Minimum 5 mornings: ÂŁ1,887


    Per additional afternoon session: ÂŁ425


    Full day week (8.30 am – 3.45 pm): £3,652


    Full day week, plus Breakfast & Tea Club (8.00 am – 5.00 pm): £4,442


    Full day week, plus Tea and Late Club (8.00 am – 6.00 pm): £5,092


    Clubs (Per Session, Per Term)


    Breakfast Club (8.00 am – 8.30 am): £112


    Tea Club (3.45 pm – 5.00 pm): £130


    Late Club (5.00 pm – 6.00 pm): £130


    Limited availability applies to all club sessions.


    Ad-Hoc Sessions


    Morning: ÂŁ55


    Afternoon: ÂŁ42.50


    Breakfast Club: ÂŁ10


    Tea Club: ÂŁ12


    Late Club: ÂŁ12


    Additional Information


    Free Funding: The 15 hours of free funding


  • Sibling discount available.


  • Parking
  • RMS For Girls has extensive parking.


    Children attending Ruspini House Nursery School have their own entrance gate.


Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School Reviews (16)

9.9

Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.937) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School has 16 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Ruspini House highly enough. Since our daughter joined in October 2024 at the age of two she has thrived. She adores going to school (she even asks to go on weekends!) and has built strong bonds with the staff who are caring, attentive and keen to nurture an ongoing dialogue with
parents.
The daily activities are hugely varied (including Spanish, yoga, music, trips to the main school library) and explain not only why our daughter has so much fun every day but has also developed so rapidly in so many ways since joining.
The facilities are unparalleled for a nursery - the children benefit from the vast grounds of the main school and spend a large amount of time outdoors including through the winter, which is wonderful.
We couldn't be happier with the setting.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I've had a positive experience with Ruspini House Nursery, and I highly recommend it to parents seeking a nurturing environment for their little ones. The staff is exceptionally caring and attentive, always making sure the children feel safe, happy, and engaged throughout the day.
The nursery has a
warm, welcoming atmosphere that immediately puts both children and parents at ease. The activities are well-planned, offering a good balance of play-based learning and structured activities that support both social and cognitive development. My child has learned so much already in their time here, and it's clear that the staff is dedicated to fostering growth in a supportive and fun way.
The facilities are clean, well-maintained, and child-friendly, with plenty of space for the children to explore and interact. I also appreciate the regular updates and communication from the staff, ensuring that parents are always in the loop about their child's progress and daily activities.

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I can't praise Ruspini House Nursery enough! My daughter started at RMS when she was 2, and she'll be 4 in July. It has truly helped build her confidence she loves socialising, playing with her friends, and learning in such a nurturing environment.
She absolutely adores her teachers, and I love how
caring and attentive they are with all the children. RMS has given her the best possible start, not just in education but in essential life skills. Most importantly, I feel they genuinely teach kindness, which is something I deeply value.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

RMS provides the perfect early years care for our little girl.
The setting is clean, the staff friendly and environment is wonderful. The outdoor space provides such a great learning resource come frost, snow or sun!!
We just wish we found you sooner!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ruspini house is a wonderful, unique nursery that I wish every child could attend:
- the children are very happy and get to benefit from the great facilities of the wider school
- the opportunities offered include Spanish lessons, swimming, music classes, visits to the library, muddy walks on the
grounds, forest school
- a whole range of events are offered from stay and plays, Easter / harvest and Christmas
shows, dressing up for world book day, pancake day, sports day
- parents are offered support through sessions such as presentations by sleep consultants, explanations of learning / teaching methods, drop in sessions with the head mistress
- the staff are experienced, very caring and nurturing
- the staff are long standing so children can form bonds with their key worker

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is currently attending Bluebells class at Ruspini House and thriving. We thought she loved her previous nursery but the change in her since joining Ruspini has been incredible. She attends each day with a smile and is excited by what they'll be doing next. The staff are all so warm and friendly,
but provide enough structure and controlled discipline so it's not just chaos. The facilities are wonderful and the children get to experience so much, from outdoor play in wonderful surroundings to visiting the magnificent library.

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your daughter is thriving in Bluebells class at Ruspini House. It's wonderful to know she's excited to attend each day and enjoys the activities planned for her. We truly appreciate your trust and are happy to be part of her journey.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ruspini house is a great pre-school which allows children to explore a range of facilities on the school grounds.
The children take part in lots of different activities and the staff really care about the children's well-being and development.
Overall it is a nurturing and exciting place for young
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We don't have a negative thing to say about Ruspini House. We feel incredibly lucky that our child is able to attend the RMS pre-school. The space and facilities are amazing; above and beyond any other nurseries we visited. Added to this, the staff are amazing. Our child absolutely loves going to Ruspini,
and has made incredible bonds with all staff, in addition to their key-person. In the four months they have been attending, we have noticed an incredible difference, in terms of language development, confidence, and socialisation. The activities on offer are lovely and varied and we get regular updates on what the children have been up to. The outside space is amazing, and the use of the RMS grounds makes this even more exceptional; the children really get the chance to play and explore in plenty of space. There is so much care and attention put into every part of the nursery. Our child comes out of Ruspini House happy every single day. Highly recommend!

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We're thrilled to hear how much your child is enjoying their time at Ruspini House and how much progress they've made in such a short time. It's wonderful to know they've built strong connections with both their key person and the wider team. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're excited to continue supporting your child's growth and happiness.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Ruspini House for the last 24 months and we couldn't be happier. The progress she has made from both learning and behavioural perspective is simply incredible. The staff are incredibly caring and nurturing. The activities are also stimulating, educational and varied. Communication
with staff and management is also seamless, they always respond in a timely manner and it's so lovely to see updates on Tapestry. Overall, highly recommended!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined Ruspini in September 2023 at age 2. She did not know any English and has never been at any day care. I was amazed at the confidence of the teachers and how they began their communication with her, totally being on her side, supporting and understanding her, building her confidence
at her pace. Now she speaks English absolutely confidently, developed early friendships, became more resilient and independent.
Ruspini House is a great start for a child setting a stage for future success in personal and academic sphere. Focused on development of emotional intelligence, healthy social interactions and overall wellbeing.
They start music and Spanish at age of 2, they have amazing territory which they start to explore as early as two years old. They spend a lot of time outdoors. I love their routine and children love it, they know what to expect and when.
All teachers at Ruspini are very inspiring, confident, amazingly know the tune of every single child!

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback. We're so pleased to hear about your daughter's progress at Ruspini House. It's wonderful to know that our team was able to support her as she built confidence and began developing language skills at her own pace. We're grateful for your trust and excited to continue supporting her development.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent facilities and a great staff makes it a perfect and safe place for my child, she adores her teachers and loves to go to school everyday. Forest school and library day on Friday's have a unique attraction and a great end to an eventful week.

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your child enjoys her time at Ruspini House and has built such a strong bond with her teachers. We appreciate your trust and are so happy to provide a safe and nurturing environment for her to thrive in.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ruspini house at RMS is so much more than a nursery, the environment, curriculum they follow and care provided by the staff is excellent. My daughter has developed at a rapid pace since starting at the Nursery and it's all down to the staff and the way of teaching. At most nurseries the children will
just play all day whereas at Ruspini House, the children are encouraged to participate in structured learning/play as well as open play sessions, which instills discipline and routine from a young age whilst maintaining the fun. They run a wide variety of structured sessions including Spanish lessons, Music lessons, forestry and on Fridays walk the children over to the school library for story time with the librarian. The children look so happy when they arrive in the morning and are excited to see the teachers which shows what strong bonds they build. I have been delighted with the nursery/pre school at Ruspini house and only wish they took children from a younger age.

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. Were delighted to hear how much your daughter has developed with us at Ruspini House. Our goal is to offer a well-rounded experience, blending structured learning with creative play, and it's great to know that its making such a positive impact. The variety of activities, from Spanish and music lessons to library visits, are designed to nurture both curiosity and routine, and were thrilled to see the strong connections she has formed with her teachers. Your support means a lot to us, and were so happy to have been part of her early education.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves Ruspini. From the moment she walks through the door she is happy (even on the days where she just doesn't want to leave me!). The nursery staff have a way of getting the absolute best out of the children. They are super nurturing and develop strong bonds with the kids. There
is a great balance of 'academic learning' and teaching the kids about kindness and focus on treating others. My daughter tells me she is going to stay at Ruspini forever because she loves it so much, which says it all.

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that your daughter enjoys her time at Ruspini House, even on those tough mornings! It's wonderful to know she's thriving in both her learning and her social development. We truly appreciate your trust and are so grateful to be part of her journey.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy with our daughters experience at Ruspini House. The staff have been so caring and attentive of both our daughters over the last 2 years. The girls bonded really well with their key workers and the wider community of staff, and we look forward to the weekly photos and videos that they
upload onto the app. Our girls have made some amazing friends. Being affiliated with the main school allowed our girls to have access to a wide range of facilities that you would not find in any other local nursery. They have the opportunity to perform at the Nativity and Easter shows, and enjoy whole school events like the Christmas and Summer Fete. Our girls have enjoyed every minute and we always recommend Ruspini to our friends.

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're so glad to hear that your daughters have had such a positive experience at Ruspini House. Its wonderful that theyve built strong bonds with their key workers and the wider staff community. Were also pleased to know theyve enjoyed the unique opportunities and events available through our affiliation with the main school. We truly appreciate your recommendations and look forward to continuing to support your daughters growth and development.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ruspini exceeds expectations over and over every day. My daughter is so wonderfully cared for and challenged every day. She loves going to nursery. It's such a clean and safe environment and the staff are like family. I couldn't be happier.

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you for your kind words. Were so happy to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time at Ruspini House and feels well cared for. We appreciate your trust and look forward to continuing her journey with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since our daughter joined Ruspini House at the age of two, we've been consistently impressed by her remarkable developmental progress. The nurturing and stimulating environment at RMS has clearly fostered her growth, and she eagerly looks forward to each day. We feel completely assured that she's in
a safe and supportive space.

Reply from Emily Woodward, Secretary at Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

Thank you for your kind feedback. Were thrilled to hear about your daughters progress and that she enjoys her time at Ruspini House. Our team is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment that fosters each childs development. Were so grateful to be part of her early learning journey and look forward to continuing to support her growth.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.937)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.937) out of 10 for Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.937 for Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (178 Excellents x 5) + (12 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 190 Ratings = 4.937

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School is based on 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 60 number of registered child places is 12, which has been reached with 16 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (1)

Vicky

Vicky Greig

Job Title: Head of Ruspini House

Joined: 2018

My early years’ experience has been quite diverse, initially a multi-agency role in a children centre before moving into education. I set up and managed a nursery on a school site in an area of high deprivation, and although quite challenging at times I really enjoyed the work. I wanted the opportunity to further explore and develop teaching practice, which is when I came to Ruspini. I immediately felt at home here, with the RMS values of inclusivity, courage, ambition, kindness, perseverance and integrity being very much in line with my own.


90% of a child’s brain develops before the age of five, you can literally see their brains ticking. What and how they learn has long term consequences and benefits. Through a carefully planned, individualised curriculum, all children at Ruspini House are encouraged to reach their full potential.


Frequently Asked Questions about Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School accepts?

Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 4 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School Open?

Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School have capacity for?

Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Ruspini House: The RMS Pre-School to the centre of Rickmansworth?

0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.