Business Details
28 Years
experience
Bilingual Nursery School in London for Children Aged 2 Months to 5 Years
Established in 1998, we are a private bilingual nursery school specialising in English-Spanish immersion education for children aged 2 months to 5 years. Our approach combines strong personal bonds, social interactions, and playful learning experiences to foster natural language acquisition. Located in Clapham, London, we provide a secure, culturally rich environment with three developmentally tailored rooms (Babies/Ositos, Toddlers/Ardillas, Preschoolers/Linces) and a large outdoor playground. Our team includes native Spanish speakers and qualified educators committed to maintaining authentic language and cultural experiences.We prioritise nutrition through seasonal Mediterranean-inspired menus prepared by our dedicated chef Mireya, who has served the nursery for over 20 years. Our partnership with parents ensures continuity between home and nursery, supported by daily communication through our Interactive Learning Diary. With a 1:3 staff-to-baby ratio and government-compliant nutritional standards, we focus on holistic development including sensory exploration, motor skills, and social-emotional growth.
Services
Bilingual Nursery
Preschool Education
Nutritional Meals
Baby Room (Ositos)
Toddler Room (Ardillas)
Preschool Room (Linces)
Parent Partnership Programs
Settling-In Support
Outdoor Play Facilities
Cultural Activities
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer authentic bilingual education with native Spanish speakers since 1998
- Our 1:3 baby-to-staff ratio ensures personalised care and development tracking
- Dedicated chef with 20+ years' experience prepares seasonal Mediterranean-inspired meals
- Three developmentally tailored learning environments with secure outdoor access
- Interactive Learning Diary enables daily parent-teacher communication and progress tracking
What people say
Authentic Spanish immersion
Caring staff
Nutritious meals
Excellent communication
Engaging activities
Services
Bilingual Nursery
Our full-immersion bilingual education combines English and Spanish through play-based learning. Native speakers create authentic language experiences that develop communication skills naturally. Children engage in cultural activities while building social connections through daily interactions in both languages.
Nutritional Meals
Seasonal Mediterranean-inspired menus provide balanced nutrition with fresh ingredients. Our chef prepares meals accommodating allergies and dietary needs while maintaining cultural authenticity. The no-sugar, no-salt policy follows government guidelines to establish healthy eating habits from an early age.
Baby Room (Ositos)
Dedicated space for babies aged 2-18 months with soft furnishings and sensory resources. 1:3 staff ratio ensures individual attention through personalised routines. Interactive Learning Diary tracks development with photographic evidence accessible to parents daily.
Toddler Room (Ardillas)
Developmentally appropriate activities for 18-30 month-olds focusing on sensory exploration and motor skills. Structured play encourages communication development and social interaction. Water tables, building blocks, and creative materials support natural curiosity and physical growth.
Preschool Room (Linces)
Curriculum prepares 3-5 year-olds for school with pre-reading, numeracy, and technology skills. Child-led activities build confidence through creative projects and intellectual challenges. Emphasis on social development and independent learning within a structured environment.
People
Roco Awada Fernndez
Nursery Manager and SENCO
With over 10 years' experience in education, Roco holds a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Years. Originally from Madrid, she has led our team since 2012, focusing on high-quality care and developmental milestone achievement through collaborative family relationships.
Luca Romero Fernndez
Deputy Manager
Qualified Teacher Status holder with primary education experience in Barcelona. Joined ASNS in 2022, bringing expertise in child development and curriculum delivery. Oversees preschool education while maintaining high care standards across all nursery rooms.
Mireya
Nursery Cook
Chef with over 20 years' service at ASNS, creating nutritious Mediterranean-inspired meals. Implements no-sugar, no-salt policy while accommodating dietary requirements. Develops seasonal menus that introduce children to authentic Spanish flavours and healthy eating habits.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We care for children from 2 months to 5 years old across our three developmentally tailored rooms.
How do you support language acquisition?
Our full-immersion approach uses native Spanish speakers and English educators to create natural bilingual experiences through play and daily interactions.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, 51 weeks per year excluding Christmas and Bank Holidays.
How do you accommodate dietary needs?
Our chef prepares individualised meals for allergies and cultural preferences while maintaining our core Mediterranean nutritional standards.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain daily communication through our Interactive Learning Diary and encourage parental participation in curriculum activities and special events.
Reviews (3)
Emily V. Morgan
Mar 10, 2019
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Such a warm and caring environment. My 3 kids have been and we love it - a great start to opening the door to another language too!
Sonia Vr
Jan 18, 2019
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I Worked there back in 2006 at Pre-school level. Great memories I keep in my heart. Such a wonderful team, great atmosphere and lovely children. Hard working teachers, so caring.
Claire Emma Cleary
Feb 17, 2018
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My daughter has been at ASNS for two years and my son 1, we have always loved it here, the children are so happy, loving and expressive and this is a reflection of the staff who are helping develop their personalities, as they are all amazing people and a wonderful influence on the kids
