Outstanding early years education since 1988
Ready Steady Go
North London Pre-School
Family-owned and operated pre-school in North London. We care for children from birth to five at our centres in Primrose Hill, South Hampstead and St John's Wood, all run as one school with one ethos.
Our pre-school helps and encourages children to develop into independent and confident individuals, preparing them for their next educational step.
'Inspirational leadership, a highly motivated and reflective staff team, and rigorous self-evaluation at all levels, contribute to exceptionally high standards' Ofsted
Welcome from our Principal
“At Ready Steady Go we help your child flourish both whilst they are with us, and at their future schools.”
[Harriet's existing welcome text stays here in full: developing a positive attitude to learning, strong relationships with other children and teachers, confidence and resilience, critical thinking, and a sense of wonder and appreciation of life's richness and diversity.]
Harriet Darley, Principal
One school, three neighbourhoods
Ready Steady Go runs as one school, not a chain of separate nurseries. Every centre shares the same ethos, curriculum and educational leadership, so your child gets the same quality of care wherever they start.
Each centre is small enough to feel part of its own neighbourhood. Children explore, experiment and follow their own interests within a carefully planned programme, and children often move between our settings as they grow, from Under 2s through to pre-school and Reception.
Every Ready Steady Go centre that has been inspected is rated Outstanding in all areas, or the equivalent under Ofsted's new framework.
Rated by Ofsted
'Teaching is inspirational throughout the provision. Staff have a wonderful ability to engage with children, capture their interest and ignite their love of learning.' Ofsted, St John's Wood
'Exceptionally broad and ambitious curriculum, ensures that all children make excellent progress.' Ofsted, Primrose Hill
'Partnerships with parents is excellent. Parents speak highly of the staff and the care they provide.' Ofsted, Primrose Hill
'Older children are exceptionally well prepared for school.' Ofsted, St John's Wood
'The standard of care and education is exemplary.' Ofsted, Primrose Hill
What Ofsted says about us
What makes Ready Steady Go different
One community committed to a shared vision of the highest quality early years experience.
Our team
Our families
Explore our centres
Our centres are a short walk from each other in North West London. See each centre's opening times, team, virtual tour and how to apply.
Primrose Hill
South Hampstead
School ready
We prepare children for a confident move into Reception, whether at their next school or by staying on with us for their Reception year. We have longstanding relationships with many North London schools and help families choose the right next step.