First Friends Day Nursery

About our nursery

Welcome to our very popular and highly rated nursery school in Chineham, Basingstoke.

Our location holds great convenience for families, as we are in close proximity to local schools. Many parents and children find it convenient to walk to our nursery while dropping off or picking up older siblings. For those who prefer to drive, we offer a spacious car park for hassle-free drop-offs and pick-ups.

At our nursery school, we believe in fostering both structure and free play to facilitate the learning and development of our children. Through a carefully crafted balance of guided activities and independent exploration, we encourage each child to become a confident individual in preparation for school life.

Each member of our dedicated team has extensive expertise in early childhood education and has been an integral part of our team for many years. They bring a wealth of knowledge, skills, and experience to create a warm and engaging environment for your little ones.

We provide sessions of 3 hours: Monday to Friday (term-time only).

Mornings: 9:00am to 12 noon (earlier drop-off is available, which includes breakfast).

Afternoon: 12 noon to 3:00pm, or

Full Day: 9.00am to 3.00pm.

We are thrilled to announce that we have once again received a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted, following a recent inspection in July 2024.

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Our nursery rooms

The Explorers (toddlers) - where little adventures begin!

Here, toddlers have a wonderful space to learn, play, and explore with their friends. Our room encourages hands-on discovery, while a cosy corner invites enchanting story time moments.

We have free-flow into our outside garden.

We can take up to 12 children on a 1:3 or 1:5 educator ratio, depending on the age of the children in the nursery on the day.

The Inventors (Pre-school) - a growing space for growing minds!

Our nursery school boasts a spacious main room, providing ample space for various activities, with break-out spaces for quieter pursuits and focused learning.

We also have lots of outdoor space to explore.

We can take up to 32 children on a 1:5 or 1:8 educator ratio, depending on the age of the children in the nursery on the day.