Welcome to First Friends Day Nursery in
Eastleigh
We are a small family-run day nursery providing flexible and quality childcare and support to babies aged 3-months to preschool. Open 51 weeks of the year.
About our nursery
Welcome to our highly-rated nursery, conveniently situated on Grantham Road in Eastleigh.
Our lovely purpose-built, modern nursery boasts a charming garden and separate spaces for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers, providing a nurturing environment for your little ones.
At our nursery, we prioritise creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, described by parents as a true home-away-from-home experience.
We believe in fostering a strong sense of community, and regularly take the children on delightful walks around the local area. Exploring the nearby library and parks is another way we encourage a connection with the wider community.
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We will respond the very same day.
Get a digital copy of our prospectus, nursery fees or book a tour, or all three!
What makes us the nursery of choice?
Weekly Makaton
Movement & Mindfulness
Inspired Forest School
We teach Makaton as part of our curriculum. It is a language program that combines speech with signs and symbols. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to communicate and connect, and Makaton is here to make that happen!
Inspired Forest School
Movement & Mindfulness
Inspired Forest School
We host regular Inspired Forest School sessions in all of our nurseries.
Forest School is an approach to education that makes use of the outdoor environment to learn.
Movement & Mindfulness
Movement & Mindfulness
Movement & Mindfulness
We have a Movement & Mindfulness Programme in place which combines body movement with mindful awareness for improved physical health and mental balance.
On-site chef
Thoughtful Food Programme
Movement & Mindfulness
When it comes to nourishment, we take great pride in serving home-cooked, healthy, and fresh meals. Our in-house chef, Mr. Tony, is adept at accommodating any food allergies, ensuring that every child's dietary requirements are met. Snack and meal times also serve as valuable learning opportunities where children develop skills and socialise with their peers.
Thoughtful Food Programme
Thoughtful Food Programme
Thoughtful Food Programme
In addition to our healthy and nutritious weekly menus, we offer cookery club and our recipes to use at home.
Extended Opening Hours
Thoughtful Food Programme
Thoughtful Food Programme
We understand the demands of modern schedules, which is why our nursery operates for 51 weeks a year, from 8:00 am to 6:00pm. We offer early starts from 7:00am and late closure until 7:00pm, accommodating the needs of busy parents, available on request.
9.9/10 Parental Reviews
Exceptional Learning Programme
9.9/10 Parental Reviews
We have many glowing parent testimonials and reviews on Day Nurseries website.
100% of our parents would strongly recommend us to other parents, according to our recent Satisfaction Survey, 2023.
Communication & Events
Exceptional Learning Programme
9.9/10 Parental Reviews
Our relationships with parents is very important to us. We communicate with families through your child's learning journal, Facebook 'closed' group, at drop-offs/ pick-ups, parents evenings and we host regular family events, such as Sports Day, Graduation ceremonies, Family Days and many more.
Exceptional Learning Programme
Exceptional Learning Programme
Exceptional Learning Programme
We use the Government's Early Years Foundation curriculum in addition to our own ‘Enhancement Branches’ that will build on the foundations given within Development matters.
Meet the Manager
Faye Griffiths, Nursery Manager
Hello! I am the nursery manager at our delightful and popular nursery in Eastleigh. I am also part of the senior management team, where I work as the group's Project Manager. I have worked for First Friends for a number of years. I started as nursery manager at our Basingstoke nursery and then I temporarily managed our nursery in Barford St Martin for 6 months.
I qualified with a NNEB in 1994 and have worked in childcare for over 20 years.
I am passionate about the development of movement skills, which enhances cognitive, memory and thinking skills. Movement skills also build children's self esteem and belief in themselves as they meet and conquer new challenges.
There is no better feeling than seeing the children in your care, grow in confidence and become independent, and ready for their own personal journey in life when they leave you.
Family time is very important to me. I have two daughters and we enjoy taking our dogs for long walks.
Ask Jo to send you a prospectus & price list today!
You can book a tour via the link below too!