Lloyd Williamson School

[tom50]

Does anyone know this school in Ladbroke Grove, or know anyone who goes there? I can't find a single review by a parent or comment on it anywhere. woudl really appreciate any thoughts anyone has on it.

(I'm not referring to the nursery - someone has reviewed that here).

I reported your post because it was absolutely vile. You accused me of all sorts, including mental illness because I shared the negative experience I had at this school. Mainly my child's experience of very poor teaching and then pathetic attempts to cover it up. When my child attended their next school, the Head said my child reminded them of a child who had had no formal schooling at all because they were effectively illiterate and innumerate.

Then it is meant to be ok because I am clearly not the person your friend was thinking of, who presumably deserves this abuse?

Well at least you have put more people off the school than I ever could.

You're totally entitled to your opinion. And genuinely apologize for offending you and expressing myself so clumsily. We've had very different experiences.

Grovina, I would like to PM you
It is quite strange that there are so many positive recent posts. It's almost as though some parents are petrified the school will close.
There are, as I have said before, good and bad with all schools.
It is a good school for some and a bad school for others. There are a few good teachers, but the school only works for a certain type of person. It didn't work for me, and a few others I met along the way.
There was always a feeling of an imminent mutiny and there were elements of bullying that I know some others experienced too, and that was not just child to child....
I don't believe that Lloyd Williamson was a last resort for those who couldn't get into the local state schools. I honestly think that the idea behind the school is unique, and we all wanted to buy into the fantasy, however it is so poorly executed that the parents who want their kids to experience a more realistic school life are forced to move!

I agree with newguest2020. No matter how good a school is, teacher who bully some of the kids will always bring it down, and in truth there is no excuse for it.
Perhaps it only happens to the outspoken kids and not so much to the quiet and meek ones.

Has anyone received bailiff letters after a couple of years and no disputed debt or outstanding fees? I have heard a few people have over the last few years.

Hi there
I am also looking to place my daughter at Lloyds Williamson school in September, both my self and my husband work full time and thought this affordable private school is very close to where we live.
could anyone give some information about the school please .Would you recommend it?
I am so worried and running out of time! Most of the state school around my area look a little rusty and over crowded

Hi Hime, My daughter is at the school and absolutely flourishing. The teachers we've had the last three years are kind and intelligent, and academically she is far ahead of anything we expected. I work full time too and it is truly unique in terms of providing childcare– as an only child, my daughter loves going to the holiday club too (which is fantastically good value) as she gets to spend time with all her friends of all ages and some of the teachers. Her Dad plays football with other parents and teachers. It's a wonderful community. Please DM if you would like to speak to me personally, or contact Emma at the school office.

Hi Juliet,
Thank you very much for your reply. I went to visit the school in February with my daughter. The staffs were really lovely and my daughter loved it- especially the guinea pigs. we are now very much looking forward for her to start in September.

My son went to the Nursery at Nottinghill Gate 6 years ago. He enjoyed his time there but I found it to be quite average. They didn't send me his file once he left like they promised so I had no official record of his time there. His sister went to a state nursery and they were far more communicative and I received all of the work and her file once she moved to primary school.

The nursery believes in the ability of each child and has a platform for kids to source their abilites, confidence and challenges. They also spend a lot of time communicating with the kids (even one on one). My CHD attended all the stages of the nursery (longer than a year) from Babyroom to Cherubs with no major issues. I've been very impressed with CHDs learning and development which I spend time reviewing with CHD at home. I do not compare CHDs ability to other children's. Teachers are caring, CHD is very happy and thats what matters to me at this stage. I do not let minor concerns take that away. Any concerns/issues I spoke to managment who is approachable and worked with me to secure positive outcomes. However, there is room for improvement on the staff/management being more proactive. Overall, I'm a very hands on, caring and concerned parent and I am satisfied with the nursery school. The caring interaction with the lower and upper school children is also a plus.
Reception class is a BRILLIANT BRILLIANT school starter. Logic, communication, confidence and critical thinking are beyond what I expected from the kids at reception class to upper school. The class size is small with group and one to one attention. The effective teaching and active learning mirrors the exceeding development of independence, confidence, resilience and curiosity. The teachers are creative, dedicated and caring. The Chefs/other staff are polite. LWS exercise due diligence in creating a safe environment for the kids. Advice is also extended to parents. The warm and caring attitude of the children socialising with different age groups/nationalities, and the bigger kids playing with and looking out for the younger ones is a family-like atmosphere. I like the connection between child, life and nature. Listening to my CHD stories of the day/s at school and exercising the learning/development at home is very interesting and exciting for me. Thanks to Lucy and staff for your efforts and influence on the children’s learning and development.