We are a small family-run day nursery providing flexible and quality childcare and support to babies aged 3-months to pre-school. Open 51 weeks of the year.
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.
We have also recently opened a new baby day nursery called The Nest, situated right next door to our established day nursery. You can read more about our new baby day nursery, by scrolling down.
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.
We will respond the very same day.
Got a question? Want to check our availability? Book a tour, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.
Pre-School Room
Arts & Crafts Table
Baby Room
Role Play Area
Garden Play
Pre-School Room
Toddler Reading Area
Toddler Room
Toddler Room
We have a special curated space for babies and toddlers aged 3 months to 2 years.
We have two baby rooms - one for our babies /crawlers and one for our walkers. By grouping babies based on their developmental milestones, we can maintain consistent routines.
The Nest can take up to 8 babies on an educator ratio of 1:3.
Our Explorers (Walkers) can take up to 6 babies on an educator ratio of 1:3.
We've crafted exciting spaces for toddlers aged 2-3 years, fostering curiosity and exploration through structured play and routine.
We have a separate painting area, role-play station, outdoor pay, reading area and so much more...
We can take up to 12 children on an educator ratio of 1:5.
Our Pre-School Room is designed exclusively for children aged 3-5 years, offering a stimulating environment that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Our carefully curated activities and learning materials are geared towards preparing your little one for a seamless transition into school, ensuring they devel
Our Pre-School Room is designed exclusively for children aged 3-5 years, offering a stimulating environment that nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Our carefully curated activities and learning materials are geared towards preparing your little one for a seamless transition into school, ensuring they develop the essential skills needed for their lifetime.
We can take up to 22 children on an educator ratio of 1:8.
Faye, our Nursery Manager
Amanda, our Deputy Nursery Manager
Emma, our SENDco Lead
Alison, our Nest Baby Room Leader
Winner of our Group Employee Spotlight Award, December 2023.
Leesa, Nursery Educator
Winner of our Group Employee Spotlight Award, February 2024.
Claire, Nursery Educator
Rosie, Nursery Educator
Winner of our Group Employee Spotlight Award, May 2024.
Kira, Nursery Educator
Sophie, Nursery Educator
Jake, our Apprentice
Courtney, Nursery Educator
Taia, Nursery Educator
Laura, Nursery Educator
The environment is the first teacher. Along with our room design and resources, we enable our children to learn better.
We have a Movement & Mindfulness Programme for improved physical health and mental balance.
Our food is healthy, balanced and very tasty. Food intolerances are easily accommodated.
Plus, 5* Food Hygiene rating.
We teach Makaton as part of our curriculum. It is a language programme that combines speech with signs and symbols.
We host regular Inspired Forest School sessions which is an approach to education that makes use of the outdoor environment.
We have great relationships with our families. We have lots of ways to ensure all our families are well-informed, daily.
Our 2024 diary is jam-packed with lots of fun, adventure and learning for all the family to enjoy!
We ensure regular care routines and follow individual sleep schedules, creating a nurturing space for your child to thrive.
We were last inspected in 2022. We are working our way to achieve 'Outstanding' in our next inspection.
(EY 558 651)
We are sun safe accredited which means we have enhanced sun health and safety measures in place to protect our children in our care.
We are open 51 weeks a year, from 8:00 am to 6:00pm. We also offer early starts from 7:00am and late closure until 7:00pm.
Welcome to ‘The Nest’ a baby Day Nursery, situated right next door to our established day nursery on Grantham Road, Eastleigh.
Specifically designed to nurture the growth and development of very young babies to crawlers (typically aged 3 months to 14 months), The Nest provides a safe and engaging environment for your little ones to learn and explore.
At The Nest, we prioritise the well-being and development of our little ones.
We recognise the importance of tailoring our environment to meet the specific needs of each child.
That's why we provide a unique space for our very young babies and crawlers, ensuring a safe and enriching experience for every stage of development.
Our children that have begun walking will move into our additional baby room within our existing nursery premises.
By grouping babies based on their developmental milestones, we enhance safety, offer age-appropriate activities, provide individualised care, encourage peer interaction and maintain consistent routines.
This thoughtful approach fosters a nurturing and secure environment, allowing each child to thrive in their own unique way.
First Friends Day Nursery, Grantham Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire. SO50 5PU
We have allocated parking for nursery tours. Tel: 07494 990 013 Facebook: First Friends Day Nursery Family of First Friends Eastleigh ('Closed group for registered families')
Open today | 07:00 – 19:00 |
These spaces are available to book now
AM, PM or all day options available
These spaces are available to book now
AM, PM or all day options available
AM, PM or all day options available
These spaces are available to book now
These spaces are available to book now
AM, PM or all day options available. Please note, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday AM, spaces are very limited.
* Where we have very limited places, please get in touch to check our availability*
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