A beginning made for your child
At Ruspini House, a private nursery in Rickmansworth, we offer more than early education: we offer a beginning that feels like it was made just for your child.
Here, strong, trusting relationships form the heart of everything we do, giving each child the confidence to explore, ask questions, and grow at their own pace. With research-led practice, hands-on learning, and the space to wonder, whether indoors or out, we create a foundation that’s as thoughtful as it is joyful. Because when your child feels seen, safe, and inspired, there’s no limit to where their journey can lead.
Did you know?
At our nursery in Rickmansworth, something truly special awaits behind the gates - over 300 acres of private estate that only our children get to explore. No public access. Just wide open space, secret paths, and the chance to spot deer, geese, pheasants, bees and more!
Not all nurseries are created equal. Ours is part nursery, part secret garden, part wild adventure...
Easter and Summer Camps
Did you know that Ruspini is open through the Easter and Summer holidays?
Our camp is designed for both essential childcare and as a fun holiday treat. It’s a wonderful chance for the children to spend time with their favorite teachers and friends in a familiar, safe environment. Our Holiday Club is run entirely by our own experienced Early Years professionals, ensuring that your children are cared for by familiar faces in an environment designed to meet their needs, all set within our beautiful 300 acres of grounds. Camp includes themed activity days, creative exploration, and on occasion local trips.
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Private Visits
We take great pleasure in welcoming families to enjoy a private tour of our nursery school.
We would love to welcome you and your family for a private tour of our independent nursery. It’s the perfect way for you to get a true feel for our values and see where your child’s journey begins.
During your visit, you’ll get to meet our dedicated Nursery Team and our Head of Ruspini House, Mrs Vicky Greig.
You can explore our state-of-the-art facilities and see our unique educational approach in action. Whether you have specific questions about the curriculum or just want to see where your child will play and grow, we’re here to help.
Simply give the Nursery Team a call on 01923 725316 to arrange a time to suit you or email ruspinihouse@rmsforgirls.com.
Toddler Group
Join us at our bi-weekly toddler group.
Nursery Open Events
Experience the magic for yourself—bring your child along to our independent nursery and explore our outstanding learning environment!
MEET OUR HEAD OF NURSERY SCHOOL
Mrs Vicky Greig joined RMS's independent nursery in 2017, bringing experience, passion, and care. Before moving into Early Years education, she held a multi-agency role at a children's centre, where she worked closely with families.
While working at the children's centre, Vicky trained at Buckinghamshire University, earning a BA in Early Years along with her Early Years Teacher status. SENCO trained and experienced in opening and managing nurseries, she is passionate about helping every child thrive and believes strong partnerships with parents and guardians are key.
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NURSERY FAQs
WHAT IS LEARNING THROUGH PLAY AT RUSPINI HOUSE LIKE?
At Ruspini House, our educators are teachers, guides, co-regulators, and trusted companions throughout each child’s journey. Our private nursery combines the best of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Forest School to create an approach that’s both child-led and purposefully designed. We believe it’s not just what children learn but how they learn. Here, through play that’s rich with meaning and discovery, they develop the building blocks of lifelong learning: curiosity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication.
WHAT MAKES RUSPINI HOUSE'S OUTDOOR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT SO UNIQUE?
With over 300 acres of private parkland, there’s always something new to explore at Ruspini House. Here, your child can climb, discover, and imagine — whether it’s navigating trim trails, uncovering hidden gardens, enjoying stories in glamping pods, or learning in a woodland classroom.
Your child can also observe our beehives, take part in hands-on activities, and discover the richness of local biodiversity. Our outdoor areas nurture curiosity, confidence, and a love for nature in your child.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ATTEND RUSPINI HOUSE?
We provide the 15-hour government free entitlement for children aged three and four. To get an estimate of your child’s termly fees at our independent nursery, you can use our fee calculator. Our team is also happy to speak with you directly and provide more detailed guidance.
WHAT IS THE LITTLE FERNS TODDLER GROUP AT RUSPINI HOUSE?
Little Ferns is our fortnightly toddler group at our private nursery, perfect for children from 16 months and their parent or carer. It’s a great way for your child to build confidence while you experience what our nursery in Rickmansworth is really like.
Set in our woodland classroom and expressive arts spaces, Little Ferns offers a calm, creative environment where your little ones can begin to stretch, move, and make sense of the world through:
- Sensory-rich activities inspired movement, nature, and expression
- Open-ended play guided by Reggio Emilia principles
- Opportunities to build social and emotional connections with peers and trusted adults
- Gentle routines that reflect the rhythms of our nursery day
WHAT CAN MY CHILD EXPECT AT EACH STAGE OF RUSPINI HOUSE'S EARLY YEARS JOURNEY?
At our private nursery, your child’s journey is shaped to nurture confidence, develop key skills, and inspire a love of learning from the very beginning.
BLUEBELLS CLASS – AGES 2 TO 3
Bluebells is where the adventure begins for many of our children. Research shows, and our experience confirms, that starting at two helps children build a foundation in communication and language, as well as in personal, social, emotional, and physical development.
There’s no pressure to pass anything to join — this is a warm, welcoming environment where children can settle in comfortably. Even at this early stage, they’ll learn from specialist teachers and in purpose-built spaces with age-appropriate routines. We spend this time building listening skills, language, and confidence through play, stories, and songs. It’s all about giving them the best possible start.
BLOSSOMS CLASS – AGES 3 TO 4
In Blossoms, we introduce our daily phonics programme, offer specialist teaching in subjects like music, movement, and languages, and build early literacy and mathematical thinking through play.
Even with all this, we’re careful to protect time for child-led learning. Because we know that this is when children are most engaged and curious. Our skilled educators tune into what interests them, using well-timed questions and prompts to help them go deeper and think more independently.
It’s all about balance: great teaching alongside plenty of time to explore and be curious. That’s what helps children grow into confident, motivated learners, ready for whatever comes next.
