Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

St Albans Church Hall, West Heath Drive, Golders Green, London NW11 7QG
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  • Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive), London
The aim at Kido is to provide a safe and inspiring environment that will empower your little ones to thrive!

The Golders Green is an Ofsted Outstanding nursery (awarded November 2021) and is located within a few hundred meters of the Golders Green underground and around the corner from Golders Hill park and its petting zoo. The nursery features large open spaces, an art studio and a beautiful garden with sandpit and mud kitchen available for the little ones to explore. The babies can also have fun in their special walled-off area in the garden. What makes the nursery most unique is the indoor slide that links the mezzanine with the ground floor.

They have created an innovative curriculum that is inspired by the best teaching philosophies, like Montessori, Reggio Emilia and the theory of Multiple Intelligences. The curriculum is created by an international team of specialists and is in line with the EYFS.

They offer multiple language instruction, daily nutritious and healthy food and snacks and all the nappies and wipes that your little one will need.

Care Provided by Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Ysanne Gerdener (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 20
  • Total Places for Children
  • 89
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

  • Please contact the nursery for more information


Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) Reviews (70)

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Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) has 70 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been at Kido for a few months and we are so happy with the experience so far. She's absolutely loving going to nursery and is having so much fun and learning a lot. We have noticed a positive progression in her development. The teachers are so friendly, warm and have supported our daughter
so well. We couldn't recommend Kido enough!

Reply from Jessica Dono, New Launch & Brand Activation Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear your daughter is enjoying her time at Kido and making great progress. It is wonderful to know our team has been supportive, and we truly appreciate your recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kido Golders Green is a wonderful nursery. The staff are kind and do an amazing job at supporting our child's development. We have seen our little one flourish since joining.
Their approach to teaching is fantastic and creative with exciting setups to make learning fun. I was thrilled to hear that
they teach Spanish and Mandarin.
The staff are excellent at keeping us updated and always willing to discuss any concerns and provide extra support for my child when needed.

Reply from Jessica Dono, New Launch & Brand Activation Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear that you are happy with the care and development support your little one is receiving at Kido Golders Green. It's wonderful to know that our creative approach and language offerings are making a positive impact!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have joined Kido after a traumatizing experience in another nursery and we, as parents, were extremely worried how our little one will settle in a new environment. It took our daughter no time to settle in, the staff is amazing. Her teachers were there not only for her, but for us too. Nothing was
too much to ask and as most of them are mothers themselves, their approach is very nurturing and caring, also they can relate to us, parents. They helped our daughter to come out of her shell and gave her such confidence in the last 2 years that she was 100% ready to start Reception class. We will miss them and all the fun adventures we had together!
I recommend them wholeheartedly!

Reply from Jessica Dono, New Launch & Brand Activation Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback! We are thrilled to hear how well your daughter settled in and that our staff provided the support you needed. It's wonderful to know she gained so much confidence and is ready for Reception. We truly appreciate your recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are really pleased with Kido Golders Green. The staff are attentive, communicative and caring. There are plenty of broad activities for the children, and we have been impressed by the scope of learning and play opportunities - including educative elements that combine recreational fun with a learning
outcome.
The key worker system has worked well for us, and the age group transitions from room to room have been smooth. We feel heard whenever we have to ask questions or need to make staff aware of an issue.
The key for a parent is to have comfort that your child is safe, well-nurtured and can develop social and educative skills in a fun, caring environment, and we feel Kido Golders Green achieves this.

Reply from Jessica Dono, New Launch & Brand Activation Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you are pleased with Kido Golders Green and that your child is thriving in a safe, nurturing environment. It's great to know the key worker system and transitions have worked smoothly for you. We appreciate your trust and support.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going since she was 11 months and she's now nearly 4. They are so considerate, empathetic, supportive and upbeat. This shines through in their processes for the settling-in schedule as a baby, when they transfer to the next room and when a kid is missing their parents. They have
been doing such an amazing job helping my daughter with ABC/writing and numbers. I'm always impressed by their weekly themed activity/learning programme and on top of that they teach other languages too. She especially loves it when the Spanish musicians come in to sing the Hola song. Management is great too and creates a fab atmosphere for both staff and parents. I would recommend Kido Golders Green to everyone. We're moving a little further out soon but we're sticking with them, it's worth the extra 20 minutes of travel.

Reply from Jessica Dono, New Launch & Brand Activation Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are thrilled to hear how much your daughter has enjoyed her time with us and how she's thriving. It's wonderful to know you value the care, learning, and fun activities we provide. We truly appreciate your continued trust and recommendation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing staff! Great communication throughout. Nursery has a really lovely settling-in process. My little boy is learning so much every day and really loves all the daily activities! The nursery has a lovely outdoor play area as well.

Reply from Jessica Dono, New Launch & Brand Activation Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your kind words. We are so glad to hear your little boy is enjoying his time and learning so much.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Kido for a year and two months and my second son is due to start shortly in the baby room. The environment is very loving, caring and friendly. I am greeted warmly every morning and my son feels safe and loved there. I have been impressed with the quality of care and how well my son
settled in (the settling at a previous nursery was much more challenging) he felt safe very quickly at Kido and is happy to go in every morning subsequent. The activities are well-planned and well-suited to each stage of development. The practitioners are invested in your child’s development and want to see them happy and succeeding. The support and help I received during potty training was amazing. I have had a very positive experience so far and would recommend Kido to any parents with young children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been at Kido for about 3 months now and are so pleased with the nursery. He settled in so well and the pastoral care has been great. They keep him engaged with lots of activities such as art and music whilst also helping him with his learning and development. The communication, warmth and
engagement from the staff have been incredible. We highly recommend Kido!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My partner and I have sent our two girls to Kido Golders Green and we have been so incredibly pleased with the staff, the cleanliness and the tutelage and love administered there. We were incredibly lucky to find this nursery and I sing their praises regularly. I would strongly suggest anyone in the
area to send their child/ren to Kido!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending for over a year and is flourishing! Really appreciate how individualised the care is - particularly for the babies - and how the nursery is always happy to work with parents on transitions in routines etc to make new experiences as easy as possible for the little ones. Great
healthy food and lots of outdoor time in the fresh air too! Thanks Kido Golders Green!

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Head of Parent Engagement at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for the lovely feedback! We're glad to hear that your son has been flourishing at Kido Golders Green. It's our pleasure to have your family with us, and we appreciate your kind words!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so grateful to have found this amazing nursery for our daughter. The staff are all incredibly caring and dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for the children. They go above and beyond to ensure that each child feels loved and supported and it really shows in how happy and confident
our daughter has become since starting here.
The facilities are top-notch and the activities and programs offered are engaging and age-appropriate. Our daughter loves going to nursery every day and always comes home with new skills to share. We feel so lucky to have found this wonderful nursery and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a safe, supportive and fun place for their child to grow and learn.

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Head of Parent Engagement at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your wonderful feedback about Kido Golders Green! We're glad that your daughter has a great time at Kido and that our team's dedication is noticed. Your recommendation means a lot to us and we're grateful to have your family as part of our Kido community!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been at Kido since March 2023, and it has been an absolute joy.
From the settling-in process at the start, the staff at Kido have been wonderful at helping her develop and grow.
She is excited to be dropped off and tells us all about the fun she had during the day when we picked
her up.
The school engages in so many activities that also involve the parents that they’re difficult to count.
I highly recommend this nursery to any parent.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kido is a wonderful nursery.
The teachers are super attentive to the children's learning path and well-being. The classes have interactive activities where the children can learn through different experiences, celebrate different cultures and be exposed to different languages. The curriculum is well-enforced
through playing and fun activities.
Highly recommend!
My child feels super happy there!

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Parent Engagement Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your great feedback! We're glad to see that your child is happy at Kido Golders Green. We appreciate your recommendation!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have 2 sons currently at Kido Golders Green, I would highly recommend the nursery as no week is the same! I love the way the classes have a story of the week based on the children’s favourite books at the time. My 2-year-old son can retell the story of one book in particular accurately in the sequence
of events!
The app is very useful, receiving the story of the month each month for my one-year-old really does reflect the developmental traits I notice at home so I know the staff truly are working closely with him to reach his goals. The staff are so welcoming and I feel safe knowing they look after my children daily.
The management team do a wonderful job at hosting parent events as well as whole nursery events for all families to enjoy.

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Parent Engagement Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for sharing your experience at Kido Golders Green! We're glad to hear that your sons are enjoying their time at the nursery and that you appreciate the unique and engaging activities, as well as the effective communication through the app. We appreciate your recommendation and are grateful to have your family as part of our Kido community!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is well taken of by excellent staff who care and are excited about every small new thing my daughter has learnt, made or said. She is safe, entertained and learns wonderful things every day.

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Parent Engagement Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We are glad that your daughter enjoys her time at Kido Golders Green.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery with amazing staff. My son loves everything about the nursery and always looks forward to going. Communication and engagement from the staff are second to none. Food and activities are exactly what he needs. Couldn't ask for more.

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Parent Engagement Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're grateful for your kind words and for choosing Kido Golders Green for your child's early learning journey!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Kido Golders Green since August 2022 and she just loves it! The teachers are amazing and the management staff are always ready to help. Fantastic nursery and the quality of teaching is exceptional. I would highly recommend it to everyone.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery. All the staff are fantastic and, most importantly, show warmth and kindness to all the kids. Facilities are excellent and we always have peace of mind that our children are being well looked after. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter quickly settled in here, thanks to the great staff throughout her time and making friends.
Her key workers have been particularly good since the outset, and she has developed fond relationships with them.
She does lots of activities like art and has also learnt such things as the alphabet
and numbers really well!
We are very happy at Kido and recommend it highly.

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Parent Engagement Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

We're thrilled to hear that your daughter has settled in well and is enjoying her time at Kido Golders Green! Thank you for choosing Kido for your daughter's early learning journey!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Kido Golders Green is a caring and supportive nursery. The teachers are helpful and truly care for the needs of each individual child. They have helped our child from the age of one to settle in and support each stage of development. The activities are age-appropriate and imaginative and allow the child
to explore all areas of learning in the Early Years. The staff are always available to talk to and answer any questions.

Reply from Katerina Karnavou, Parent Engagement Manager at Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

We're delighted to hear about your experience at Kido Golders Green! Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to continuing to provide a caring and enriching environment for your child!


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.899)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10 for Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) 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 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 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 4.899 for Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) is calculated as follows: ( (368 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 407 Ratings = 4.899

  • 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 Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) is based on 34 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 89 number of registered child places is 17.8, which has been reached with 34 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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Ysanne Gardener

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2020

Hello,


My name is Ysanne Gardener, and I've been working in childcare for 16 wonderful years. My passion for working with children has been a lifelong dream. During my studies, I had the chance to do a placement in a primary school, which solidified my commitment to early years education, and I’ve never looked back since. Over the years, I’ve developed a wealth of skills and a deeper understanding of child development, which has been incredibly beneficial, especially with my own child who is now nearly 4.


I believe one of my key strengths lies in my leadership abilities, as well as my problem-solving skills and initiative. My communication skills allow me to be an effective manager, and I’m good at thinking on my feet. However, I acknowledge that my creative side could use some work, drawing is not my strong suit! Bringing creative ideas to life is definitely a challenge for me, but I’m always eager to learn and improve.


Frequently Asked Questions about Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive)

What is the Age Range of Children that Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) accepts?

Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) Open?

Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) have capacity for?

Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) has capacity for a total of 89 Children.

How far is Kido Golders Green (West Heath Drive) to the centre of London?

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