Welcome to King's School & Nursery
King’s School and Nursery in Plymouth is a co-educational independent school for children aged 8 months up to 11 years old. We provide a complete education in a warm and nurturing environment.
Our strong sense of family and community, where each child is guided and encouraged to aim high and do their best both academically and personally, is something we are very proud of. Good manners and thoughtfulness for others are core values and children learn to take responsibility whilst gaining in self-confidence, self-discipline and maturity.
Inspection Report 2024
In our March 2024 ISI Inspection King’s School and Nursery met every Standard and achieved an Outstanding in all areas for our Nursery.
The five areas assessed were:
Leadership, Management and Governance
Quality of Education, Training and Recreation
Pupils’ Physical, Mental and emotional wellbeing
Pupils’ Social, Economic and Contribution to society
Safeguarding
Our vision is to provide a holistic and exceptional education that fosters academic excellence, character development, and individual growth. Our core values emphasise respect, integrity, community, and a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to explore their passions, become responsible citizens, and achieve their full potential.
"Welcome to King's, a place where young minds flourish and dreams take flight! With a nurturing environment, academic excellence, and a strong sense of community, we empower students to explore, learn, and grow. Join us on this exciting journey of discovery and achievement!"
- Ms Sarah Ibbotson BA (Ed), NPQEL
We are a Microsoft Showcase School!
King's School is proud to have been recognised as a Microsoft Showcase School, dedicated to using technology for personalised learning and school-wide transformation.
With 1:1 devices and cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Teams, Office 365, and OneNote, we enrich students' learning experiences.
Our goal is to make their skills relevant in real-world scenarios, seamlessly integrating knowledge into daily life and future projects.
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Welcome to King's School, a place where exceptional education meets boundless possibilities. We're dedicated to nurturing young minds, fostering academic brilliance, and cultivating well-rounded individuals.
Explore our vibrant community, innovative curriculum, and the remarkable journey of our students. Join us in discovering a world of knowledge, creativity, and achievement. At King's School, education is an inspiring adventure.
Join us for a Personal Tour
We warmly welcome families throughout the year, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you, including school holidays.
Enjoy a guided tour of the school, arranged by a member of our friendly Admissions Team who can answer any questions you may have.
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🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at King’s School & Nursery ✨🎄
As the year comes to a close, we would like to wish our wonderful pupils, families, staff and friends of King’s a very happy and peaceful Christmas. Thank you for being such an important part of our school community and for all the joy, kindness and support you have shared throughout the year.
We hope your holidays are filled with warmth, laughter and special moments with those you love. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the New Year for more learning, fun and adventures together.
🎅❄️ Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy New Year ❄️🎅
#MerryChristmas #KingsSchool #SchoolCommunity #FestiveWishes #HappyHolidays
🌟 Reception Places Available – September 2026 🌟
We are delighted to be offering places in our Reception class starting September 2026 at King’s School. A wonderful opportunity for your child to begin their school journey in a warm, nurturing environment where curiosity, confidence and kindness are at the heart of everything we do.
✨ Small class sizes
✨ Inspiring curriculum
✨ Exceptional pastoral care
✨ A strong focus on outdoor learning and enrichment
If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit, please get in touch with our admissions team — we would love to welcome you and your family to King’s.
📩 Enquiries now open
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✨ A Magical Postal Adventure at King’s! ✨
Our Pre-School children had the most enchanting morning as they walked down the lane to post their Christmas cards — and with a little help from our snow machine, it truly felt like a winter wonderland! ❄️🎄💌
Excited faces, swirling “snow,” and carefully posted Christmas wishes made this a moment we’ll all remember.
At King’s, we love creating magical experiences that spark joy, imagination, and festive cheer. ❤️
#KingsSchoolAndNursery #ChristmasMagic #PreschoolAdventures #MakingMemories #EarlyYearsFun #kingsschoolplymouth #independentschools #plymouth #cognitaway
Christmas dinner at Kings with a Disco this afternoon! #kingsschoolplymouth #independentschools #plymouth #cognitaway
✨ Enrichment Morning at King’s! ✨
Today our pupils had the exciting opportunity to try fencing as part of our enrichment programme 🗡️🤺
With masks on, foils in hand, and big smiles all around, the children learned the basics of balance, footwork, focus and respect — all key parts of this elegant sport. It was wonderful to see their confidence grow with every move!
At King’s, we believe in offering unique experiences that spark curiosity, build new skills, and broaden horizons. Today’s fencing taster was a perfect example of learning beyond the classroom. 💫
Well done to all our budding fencers! ⚔️
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This week, our Year 6 pupils visited Hartley Care to share the joy of the season through a heartfelt Christmas carol performance. Their singing brought smiles to residents and staff alike, creating a truly special moment of connection. The visit was a wonderful reminder of the importance of community, kindness, and looking beyond ourselves to support and uplift others. We are incredibly proud of Year 6 for representing our school with such enthusiasm, compassion, and festive spirit. #kingsschoolplymouth #independentschools #plymouth #cognitaway #devonlife
Our children helping to decorate one of our trees in readiness for the Nativity plays next week. #kingsschoolplymouth #independentschools #plymouth #cognitaway #devonlife
We have a vast amount of free clubs running every day at King’s. Monday lunchtime is board game club and although we have mastered many of the classics, Battleships has become the club favourite. #kingsschoolplymouth #independentschools #plymouth #cognitaway #devonlife
Kings Plymouth Nursery
Open 51 weeks a year
Provision available from 7.30am - 6pm
Millie’s Mark for First Aid Excellence
EYFS funding offered (30 hrs)
'Outstanding' in all Early Years areas (ISI March 2024)
Our teachers
Sharing our love for learning
We prioritise personalised learning with small class sizes, allowing teachers to focus on individual needs.
We use innovative teaching methods, hands-on experiences, and a well-rounded curriculum to foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning. Our approach inspires students to excel academically and develop essential life skills.
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8 months - 3 yrs old
3 - 4 yrs old
4 - 7 yrs old
7 - 11 yrs old