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When searching for the right nursery, parents often look for a place where their daughter will be happy, safe, and nurtured. At RMS for Girls, we believe the best Early Years education should offer something more: a seamless, stress-free journey from those first nursery steps into a confident start in Reception.
The transition from our nursery, Ruspini House, into our Prep School, Cadogan House, is designed to remove the “big school” anxiety for both children and parents.
A Familiar Path: Transitioning to Reception at RMS
For many families looking at pre-schools in Hertfordshire, the 4+ transition can be a period of high pressure. At RMS, we do things differently.
Because Ruspini House is part of our 300-acre estate, our nursery pupils don’t just “move” to Cadogan House; they grow into it. As Mrs. Melanie Horn, Head of Cadogan House, explains:
“Our early years curriculum is all about knowing your child as an individual. By having small classes and getting to know their strengths early on, we provide a nurturing environment that feels like a continuation of home.”
Why Local Parents Choose Ruspini House and Cadogan House
Choosing a local nursery with an integrated prep school offers several benefits for busy families:
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- No 4+ Assessment Stress: Pupils at Ruspini House are offered a guaranteed place in our Reception (Cadogan House) without the need for formal external assessments.
- Specialist Teaching from Age 2: Our pupils benefit from the facilities of a top-tier independent school, including Forest School, swimming in our on-site pool, gymnastics, and Spanish.
- Building Resilience: Mrs. Claire Baker, Early Years Lead, notes:
“If you get children loving learning right at the beginning, you’ve got them. You have resilient children who are able to persevere and take risks.”
Read what our current parents have to say about Ruspini House.
Expert Care and Wrap-Around Support
We understand that for parents in the Hertfordshire commuter belt, flexibility is key. Our transition process isn’t just academic; it’s about the community. Mrs. Bains, an RMS parent, describes in the below video the experience as “a level above everywhere else,” citing the comfort and confidence her daughter felt moving through the school.
From the familiar faces of specialist teachers to shared playtimes between the nursery and prep school, we ensure that by the time “Big School” arrives, it feels like the most natural step in the world.
Visit Us in 2026
The best way to understand the “RMS difference” is to see it in action. If you are exploring nursery places in Rickmansworth or looking for a Hertfordshire prep school that prioritises both academic growth and emotional wellbeing, we invite you to visit us. Choose an upcoming open event below.