The power of play
We believe that young children grow best when
encouraged to be active learners
- and spend most of their days outside
Connecting children with themselves,
each other, and nature,
through play-based learning
Where young minds grow
The Norwegian Kindergarten in SW London is a welcoming nursery and preschool in Wimbledon, open to children from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds from the age of two through to school age. Children may move on to an English school Reception class at four years old or continue their educational journey at The Norwegian School from the age of six.
We offer a truly bilingual learning environment, with experienced staff fluent in Norwegian and/or English. Children are gently immersed in both languages throughout the day, supporting confident communication, cultural awareness, and a strong sense of belonging for every child, regardless of background.
Our educational programme is rooted in the Norwegian curriculum and pedagogical framework, reflecting the shared values, beliefs, and traditions of Scandinavian education, while embracing diversity and celebrating the many cultures represented within our kindergarten community. This inclusive approach supports holistic development, curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning in a warm and nurturing environment.
What parents are saying
My three kids have all been so happy here! It’s a very friendly, almost familylike atmosphere - perfect for those early years. The teachers are engaged and very creative. The kids get lots of time outside and learn about a wide range of topics. The staff are very experienced with children who have multi languages which was important for us as a French speaking Belgian family here in London. The children have made huge progress in both English and Norwegian.
— Joelle (Belgium)
I love that the kindergarten let’s the kids grow up surrounded by beautiful nature. And how they provide a safe and healthy environment for the children to grow with staff around them that puts the kids first and truly cares.
— Maria (Norway)
We had an amazing experience in the kindergarten. The staff is very caring and the space the kids have to play both inside and outside is superb. My son had previously been to a forest school which he loved and we were nervous about this move, but from the day one he loved it and in his own words he feels he has more “space” now than in the forest. I think the truly free flow environment is what gives them this feeling plus enjoying regular trips to the Commons. The well established and experienced staff is also a big plus and a big differentiator to other nurseries.
— Diana (Argentina)
The Scandinavian way
The Norwegian Kindergarten is all about play. We believe that play-based learning is essential for children’s development as it promotes creativity, problem-solving, independence and empathy. We don’t talk down to children, we have conversations with them - because every child has the right to be heard, seen and nurtured. And we believe that young minds grow best when actively exploring the world around together with adults who are curious and caring. We bring that sense of wonder and togetherness into everything we do throughout the day.
And finally, being Scandinavian means that being outdoors is in our DNA. We see the nature around us as the ultimate playground for young children – regardless of weather.
Accepting applicants now
We are a small kindergarten usually with about 15-20 children at all times. We enroll new children to join our little tribe any time of year.
SW London is a melting pot and that is surely mirrored by the lovely families in our community. We have parents from England, Norway, Sweden, Russia, Japan and USA to mention some. Hence, welcoming and integrating new children who may speak multiple languages is in our DNA.
Regardless if you are local or from abroad, please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you are looking for a nurturing, outdoorsy, nature-focused alternative for your child.
Ofsted Report
Our latest Ofsted inspection was conducted 18–20 October 2022. The link to the report can be found below.
