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About our Teachers
Gemma Fox, Head of Phileas Fox Nursery School
With over 20 years of experience in Early Years education—and the last nine spent at Phileas Fox—I've had the joy of watching children grow, thrive, and leave us with confidence and a genuine love for learning.
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At Phileas Fox, our multilingual approach is at the heart of everything we do. We combine strong academic foundations with a deep focus on emotional well-being. Children are supported in understanding their feelings, building confidence, and developing meaningful social skills—essential tools for life.
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Our vision is to strike a thoughtful balance between academic and holistic development, rooted in language and cultural exploration. We believe children grow best in a diverse, inclusive environment where friendships flourish and every background is celebrated.
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Our team—carefully chosen for their expertise, passion, and dedication—is our greatest asset. Alongside them, our thoughtfully designed environment acts as a “third teacher,” inspiring curiosity and learning through hands-on experiences.
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We also believe that strong partnerships with parents and carers are key. As a child’s first educators, families play a vital role in our shared mission to nurture happy, capable, and confident learners.
At Phileas Fox, each child is supported by two dedicated key persons who build a strong relationship and guide their learning and development. If a child’s first language is one we teach, they also benefit from extra emotional support from a native-speaking teacher.
Our carefully selected native-speaking staff are experienced in working with young children. All activities are thoughtfully planned in both languages, tailored to each child’s interests and abilities.
We maintain a low staff-to-child ratio of 1:4 for children aged 2–3, and aim to continue this high level of support as they grow.
To ensure teachers can focus fully on the children, we also have two full-time housekeepers who care for the school environment with great attention to detail.
