Ivy House School

Ivy House, 94-96 North End Road, London NW11 7SX
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9.1 18 Reviews
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Ivy House School is a coeducational setting based at Ivy House School, opened in September 2021. Families seeking a nurturing, inspiring and kind learning environment have been delighted with the progress of their children.

The curriculum is informed by the EYFS (Early Years) programme and is designed to encourage curiosity, interaction, independence and most importantly, a love of learning.

The Nursery programme aims to help prepare children for Reception. Teachers ensure children develop key skills as well as knowledge and an understanding of the world around them, with regular ‘learning in nature’ lessons at Golders Hill Park.

Children will also be stronger communicators and self-assured as learners owing to the carefully planned timetable they follow. Drama, music, yoga, Mandarin, sport and dance have been interwoven into the Nursery schedule allowing children to benefit from the rich specialist curriculum on offer across the school.

The Nursery children enjoy talk time, singing and celebration assemblies, feel inspired by ‘Whacky Wednesday’ science focus and participate in all major school events, such as Harvest Food Appeal, STEAM week, remembrance service, the Christmas show and the end of term disco.

The Nursery children enjoy activities ranging from finding treasure buried in the sandpit at Golders Hill Park, travelling to space in their own bespoke spaceship, welcoming their teddy bears to school on ‘Hug a Bear Day’, discovering the fossilised remains of a dinosaur in the nursery sandpit and inspiring trips to local theatres and learning centres.

The team look forward to welcoming families for personalised tours with the Headteacher, Deputy Head and Nursery teachers.

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Care Provided by Ivy House School

  • Type of Service
  • Nursery School – Privately Owned
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Inspired Education
  • Person in charge
  • Donal Brennan (Headteacher)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 8
  • Total Places for Children
  • 45
  • Age Range
    • from 2 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-17:30
    Tuesday 08:00-17:30
    Wednesday 08:00-17:30
    Thursday 08:00-17:30
    Friday 08:00-17:30
  • When Closed
  • School Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Ivy House School

  • Nursery (2-3 yrs) AM only- £3,220 / term,
    Nursery (2-3 yrs) Full Days - 5,520 / term,
    Nursery (3-4 yrs) AM only - £3,160 / term,
    Nursery (3-4 years) Full Days - £5,420 / term.

  • They ask families to commit to five mornings as a minimum. Part time is 8am – 12.30pm with lunch and snacks included.
    Full time is either 3,4 or 5 full days running from 8am until 4pm with options to extend the day until 6pm.


    Funding options are available, including the government’s 30 hours funded childcare, for working families with 3-4-year-old children and they also accept the Government Tax Free Childcare Scheme and childcare vouchers. Please call them to request pricing and availability.
  • Parking

  • There is parking nearby, free and with pay by phone.


Ivy House School Reviews (18)

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Ivy House School has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.056) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ivy House School has 18 reviews.

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Review from Hannah E (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

St Anthony’s Nursery NW11 is an excellent Nursery. Without exception, the staff are all fantastic teachers and facilitators, and they create a kind, generous, educational and playful environment. They cater their care to the individual child, and as a result the children thrive. The boys and girls forge
firm and lasting friendships which is down to the warm and nurturing environment, and the exciting, learning experiences and opportunities. My son really developed and thrived over his time at the Nursery and although sad to have to leave to go to Reception, he was impeccably prepared by the Nursery to take the next step.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for this feedback, it is wonderfully reassuring that our dedication, commitment and passion are recognised. We pride ourselves on the range of specialist teaching involved; music, drama, Mandarin, French, ballet, yoga, and PE, to name a few! These subjects not only enrich the children's nursery experience but it ignites curiosity and a love of learning. We are thrilled that you trusted us and although miss your son at NW11, we are delighted to see him every morning!


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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

St Anthony’s Nursery NW11 has surpassed all my expectations of what an early year's educational experience can be. The children learn, play and grow in a wonderfully warm, inclusive environment. They are always engaged and gently challenged to try new things - from new foods to maths problems to having
a go at weekly science experiments. Recognising that every child is different, individual learning plans are the norm at St Anthony’s. The observations and feedback given are insightful, practical and helpful. All of this is achieved through the watchful eyes of an incredibly dedicated, knowledgeable and experienced group of teachers and the highly respected senior management team at St Anthony’s. By the end of the two-year program, children are reading and writing and have an excellent foundation in mathematics, but more importantly, they are confident, curious and excited to begin reception.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your review. We are incredibly passionate about Early Years at St. Anthony's Nursery and it is rewarding to know that our families can feel and see this. St. Anthony's Nursery is proud of our curriculum that ensures the children are at the very heart of all that we do. We know that learning takes place when children feel loved and inspired.


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Review from Barbara O (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An absolute gem of a nursery. My daughter thrived, and both she and we couldn’t have been happier. Experienced and caring staff, beautiful facilities, warm and welcoming community, stimulating learning experiences and a kindness ethos that permeates the whole experience of pupils. It gave my daughter
the best gift of any education: a true love of learning. Highly recommend.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your review. A love of learning is exactly what we are aiming for in the nursery, supported by a well-rounded, ambitious and inspiring curriculum for all. We are delighted that you trusted us with your daughter; she was a valued member of the founding cohort and is now continuing to thrive in our Reception class too.


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Review from R G (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attended St Anthony's Nursery NW11 the first year it opened. The co-ed nursery benefits from being located at St Anthony’s School for Girls, where the ethos is firmly rooted in kindness, positivity and a love of learning, and this was much of our experience at the nursery. The staff was always
caring, enthusiastic and made sure each child was given the opportunity to learn to their full potential. My son gained in confidence, advanced in phonics and made friends with children of all ages across the school. He was always happy to go to nursery and will jump at the opportunity to go back and visit his teacher. His transition to St Anthony’s School for Boys was seamless.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your review. We are ambitious for all our children at St Anthony's, and it begins in the nursery. We are delighted that you trusted us with your son; he was a valued member of the founding cohort. We love keeping in touch and seeing him on a weekly basis. We are also proud of the transition to St Anthony's School for Boys and of our continued relationship with our brother school.


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Review from Sujin G (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The overall experience for my son in St Anthony’s school nursery is amazing. My son quickly settled into the class and made many friends. All of the school staff and teachers are amazing, friendly and professional. The curriculum of the nursery is well-structured and well-balanced, including a wide
range of activities and proper academic input. Especially the language diversities; my son loves French and Mandarin classes. We will definitely send our daughter to St Anthony’s school nursery as well when she is old enough.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your review. We have a fantastic team of teachers who are dedicated to creating nurturing and inspiring environments. Our specialist teachers who deliver music, drama, Mandarin, French, yoga, ballet and P.E. are also committed to giving the children the best learning experiences. We are delighted that we are able to see your son every day too!


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Review from Jen L (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son absolutely thrived at St Anthony's nursery. It was such a nurturing environment where each child was cared for to their unique needs. The teachers and headmaster were amazing, and we loved how the children's creativity was encouraged. Our older son went to a different nursery, and we wish St
Anthony's had been open when he was nursery age.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your review. We have a fantastic team of teachers who are dedicated to creating a happy, safe and nurturing environment. Our specialist teachers who deliver music, drama, Mandarin, French, yoga, ballet and P.E. are also committed to giving the children the best learning experiences. It is always so warm to know that the hard work of the staff is recognised too.


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Review from Simon H (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son thrived at St Anthony's Nursery! He was happy, supported and taught to the highest standards. Two particular members of staff are fantastic and always want the best for every child. We particularly loved the fact that he was able to interact with older children at playtimes and lunchtimes and
that he was always so excited to go to the nursery because he felt so loved and happy. We cannot recommend this nursery enough.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your feedback. Your son did thrive here, and we are so proud of the progress he made and is continuing to make at St Anthony's School for Boys. Our aim for all the children is to create lifelong, enthusiastic learners, and we feel particularly passionate about this. We know that children learn best when they are happy and loved.


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Review from Kunal T (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery with outstanding facilities. The nursery has a fantastic balance between being nurturing and academic stretch.
The manager and the team are fantastic.
We moved our child from another nursery and do not regret it - the best decision we made.
The one-to-one attention and stretch are
better than any other nursery.
The nursery is very passionate about doing the very best for every child.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your review. We are very passionate at St Anthony's, we are ambitious for all our children, and it begins in the nursery. We are delighted that you trusted us with your son; he was a valued member of the founding cohort. We love keeping in touch with him and celebrating his further successes.


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Review from Nikki A (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I sent my son to St Anthony’s Nursery when it opened in September 2021. It was the best decision - the teachers in the nursery and throughout the school were so welcoming, friendly, professional and just wonderful. The environment is nurturing and a safe space for toddlers. Great facilities and food,
and he learnt so much. I will definitely send my other son when he’s old enough.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Many thanks for this review. At St Anthony's Nursery NW11, we have extremely passionate teachers, and we are delighted that their warmth and dedication to the children are felt. We are proud of the seamless transition to the reception class at St Anthony's School for Boys, and we know this is due to the commitment of all our St Anthony's staff. It is a joy to see your son in the mornings too, and we cannot wait for his younger brother to join us!


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Review from F D (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn’t have been happier about our son’s experience at St Anthony’s Nursery NW11. The teachers and staff were amazing. The nursery facilities are perfect and brand new. The school being effectively inside the heath is an added bonus and allowed for plenty of extra outdoor activities. By the end
of his year at the nursery, our son was completely ready for his transition to school.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your feedback. We are very proud of our learning in a nature programme. We designed it for the children to complement and further strengthen our curriculum. We use Golders Hill Park as inspiration for our learning, knowing full-well the huge amount of benefits, outdoor space and time can give learners of any age. We are thrilled to see your son continuing to thrive at St Anthony's School for Boys.


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Review from Laura E (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at St Anthony's Nursery NW11 for just over a term. She settled very quickly and is flourishing there. It's the most nurturing nursery the staff are so caring and go above and beyond. Highly recommend.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted that you and your daughter feel that the team care and wants the best for every child. It is clear to us that when children feel heard, loved and cared for, they thrive. St Anthony's aims to provide a rich, ambitious and inspiring curriculum that will set children on a positive path towards future success.


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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

St Anthony's Nursery NW11 is the most wonderful, nurturing and caring environment I could have ever imagined for my child. I send her there every day with the utmost confidence that the teachers and assistants are going above and beyond to educate her and look after her well-being. I am more than confident
that St Anthony's Nursery produces well-rounded, kind and clever individuals, and I'm grateful that we had the opportunity to send her there.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you so much; this is wonderful to read. Our team really do love and care for all the children, and it is this approach that enables the children to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. The St Anthony's Way permeates the nursery; we want our children to be kind, respectful, curious, ever-forgiving and inspiring.


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Review from L A (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic nursery. The staff are so caring and genuinely have a concern for the children's well-being. The headmaster and deputy head are also very hands-on and also, being parents themselves, show a real understanding towards the children. My daughter did not settle in her last nursery,
but has settled easily here and has thrived on some of the amazing extra activities including ballet and drama. She also enjoys being part of the whole school assemblies. I am so pleased that she has been able to attend.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for this wonderful review. We are delighted that your daughter has settled well. From her first day, we could see a love of learning and a natural curiosity for the world around her. When she is with us, she is confident, eager and a very caring member of the classroom. Her smile, especially, brightens our days.


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Review from Richard P (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with St Anthony's Nursery! The head of the school is amazing and sets the tone for the entire staff. The teachers do a wonderful job of pushing the children to learn while being warm and empathetic. Our son is turning into an enthusiastic learner.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you very much for this review. Our aim for all the children is to create lifelong, enthusiastic learners, and we feel particularly passionate about this. We know that children learn best when they are happy and loved. Your son is indeed thriving here, and we are excited to watch him grow!


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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved our daughter from another nursery, and it has been the best thing we ever did for her. The care she receives is parallel to her at-home care. We often say her being at nursery is an extension of her home. She loves the other children and teachers. The staff never stop trying to outdo themselves.
We are so delighted with St Anthony's nursery/school. You continuously see and feel the passion and investment in the children's well-being.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

I remember when your daughter was only a year old, and you visited us for the first time! I knew then that she would thrive here, and we are delighted that you joined us.
St Anthony's Nursery is an extension of the home, and we are thrilled that this is permeating through. All the staff know that happy children learn.
Thank you so much for your feedback.


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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. All the staff, including the headmaster, genuinely care about the children and do the best for them. The level of teaching is to a very high standard, and the subjects taught are so varied. It's an amazing place, and I highly recommend it.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

Thank you for this feedback; it is wonderfully reassuring that our dedication, commitment and passion are recognised. We pride ourselves on the range of specialist teaching involved; music, drama, Mandarin, French, ballet, yoga and PE, to name but a few! These subjects not only enrich the children's nursery experience but it ignites curiosity and a love of learning. We are thrilled that you joined us.


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Review from Mark K (Father of Child) published on 9 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter joined St Anthony's last year, and both she and our family are delighted. The classrooms are vibrant and very well-supported. The teaching team are incredible and nurturing and provides comprehensive/regular updates on progress. We're amazed to see how many activities and experiences our
daughter has already been able to enjoy. Would thoroughly recommend it.

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

We are delighted that you decided to join the St Anthony's family! Your daughter has made so much progress since she started in September, her smile brightens our rooms, and she is a big hit with the older girls too!
Thank you for your feedback; we really do appreciate it.


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Review from Cat T (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has absolutely loved his year-plus at this nursery, and we, as parents, could not be more proud. Our daughter went to another local nursery where she did very well, but we often do say we wish this nursery would've been open when she was this age! The teachers are just brilliant, and all the
children really thrive there. The proximity to the park is also fabulous; we are so thankful for how much time they get to spend outside when the weather cooperates!

Reply from Raffaella Merolla, Deputy HeadTeacher at Ivy House School

We, too, have witnessed your son thriving at St Anthony's Nursery. As a founding nursery member, we can see the benefits of our programme and curriculum from specialist music, French, Mandarin, drama sports and dance lessons the children avail of it all. The proximity to the park is often seen as an extension of our playground, and we are so lucky to be five minutes away!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback!


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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.056)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.056) out of 10 for Ivy House School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 5 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 5.000 for Ivy House School is calculated as follows: ( (59 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 59 Ratings = 5

  • 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 4.056 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ivy House School is based on 5 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 = 3.5

    • 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 45 number of registered child places is 9. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 9 = 0.556

  • 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 (2)

Joanne

Joanne Lynch

Job Title: Head of EYFS

Joined: 2020

Joanne has been a teacher for nearly 30 years. Her teaching experience spans teaching children aged 3 to 8. Upon returning back to teaching after having her own children, she focused her career on the Early Years.


She is a passionate, proactive and committed teacher. She understands how crucial the early years are in setting the foundations for future learning and development. Her eagerness to improve early years teaching is ignited by her own desire to become an effective and knowledgeable early years practitioner.


Throughout her career, Joanne has participated in and led a number of action research projects, helping to drive forward Early Years practice within schools and for the local authority. For the last 16 years, she has been teaching in the Early Years, predominantly in the Reception year.


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Catriona O'Neil

Job Title: Head of Nursery

Joined: 2021

Catriona has been a teacher for nearly 30 years. Her teaching experience spans teaching children aged 2 to 11 however her passion is inspiring little learners, aged under 4, igniting their spark and joy of learning.


Prior to teaching, Catriona had a very successful career in finance and management consultancy. It is through this experience, that Catriona wholeheartedly believes in the importance of nurturing the whole child and developing their resilience, curiosity and their enthusiasm for learning.


Catriona has introduced a variety of theme days at St. Anthony's. Her most beloved is Pirate Day and Hug A Bear Day. In addition, she has masterminded Nursery's Science curriculum and proudly named it, 'Whacky Wednesdays!'. During Whacky Wednesday, the children take part in a wide range of experiments, introducing them to the different sciences, and provoking their scientific enquiry.


Frequently Asked Questions about Ivy House School

What is the Age Range of Children that Ivy House School accepts?

Ivy House School accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Ivy House School Open?

Ivy House School is open: Monday 08:00-17:30, Tuesday 08:00-17:30, Wednesday 08:00-17:30, Thursday 08:00-17:30, Friday 08:00-17:30.

How many Children does Ivy House School have capacity for?

Ivy House School has capacity for a total of 45 Children.

How far is Ivy House School to the centre of London?

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

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