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An Alton childcare practitioner has progressed from completing her Level 3 apprenticeship to becoming Room Leader of the preschool at First Friends Day Nursery in Alton, demonstrating how apprenticeships can open doors t...

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The Holybourne nursery receives recognition for children’s welfare and wellbeing, and leadership and governance in its first Ofsted inspection.

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We’ve always closed our nurseries on Bank Holidays, but now you won’t be charged for them.

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A Big Well Done to our Basingstoke Nursery School.

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First Friends Day Nursery in New Milton is celebrating the publication of its latest Ofsted inspection report, following the nursery's transition to new ownership in October 2025.

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/new-milton-praised-for-positive-progress-following-new-ownership","title":"New Milton praised for positive progress following new ownership","summary":"First Friends Day Nursery in New Milton is celebrating the publication of its latest Ofsted inspection report, following the nursery's transition to new ownership in October 2025.","date_modified":"2026-08-26T08:27:49Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/first-friends-denmead-celebrates-glowing-first-ofsted-report","html_content":"

First Friends Day Nursery in Denmead is celebrating the publication of its first Ofsted inspection report, which has recognised the nursery as achieving a Strong standard across every area inspected.

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First Friends Day Nursery in Holybourne is delighted to announce the launch of a brand-new Sensory Room, opening in September, designed to support the wellbeing, development and inclusion of young children in our local n...

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First Friends Day Nursery in Wootey, Alton is celebrating after receiving an excellent outcome following its latest Ofsted inspection, achieving a Strong Standard in every area assessed and meeting all safeguarding requi...

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We are thrilled to announce some exciting news for families at First Friends Day Nursery, Denmead.

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First Friends Day Nursery in Denmead has successfully hosted a joyful and energetic Colour Run in support of children’s hospice charity Naomi House, raising an impressive £1,740 through community participation, fundraisi...

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/denmead-nursery-raises-%C2%A31740-for-charity","title":" Denmead Nursery Raises £1,740 for charity ","summary":"First Friends Day Nursery in Denmead has successfully hosted a joyful and energetic Colour Run in support of children’s hospice charity Naomi House, raising an impressive £1,740 through community participation, fundraisi...","date_modified":"2026-06-11T08:09:31Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/introducing-our-24-hour-place-promise","html_content":"

Due to increasing demand across our nurseries, we've introduced a new 24-Hour Place Promise to give families peace of mind when choosing childcare.

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/introducing-our-24-hour-place-promise","title":"Introducing Our 24-Hour Place Promise","summary":"Due to increasing demand across our nurseries, we've introduced a new 24-Hour Place Promise to give families peace of mind when choosing childcare.","date_modified":"2026-06-06T10:04:34Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/first-friends-day-nurseries-celebrate-earth-day","html_content":"

Children across First Friends Day Nurseries have been celebrating Earth Day with a wide range of creative, hands on activities designed to help them learn about the planet and how we can all care for it.

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/first-friends-day-nurseries-celebrate-earth-day","title":"First Friends Day Nurseries Celebrate Earth Day","summary":"Children across First Friends Day Nurseries have been celebrating Earth Day with a wide range of creative, hands on activities designed to help them learn about the planet and how we can all care for it.","date_modified":"2026-05-06T10:20:34Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/first-friends-proudly-sponsors-basingstoke-under-12s-rugby-team","html_content":"

First Friends is delighted to announce its sponsorship of Basingstoke’s Under-12s rugby team, celebrating both community spirit and a special family connection at the heart of the partnership.

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First Friends Celebrates Official Opening of New Milton Nursery with Community Event

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At First Friends, we believe that food plays a vital role in a child’s development by shaping not only their physical health, but also their confidence, independence, and understanding of the world around them.

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This week, First Friends Day Nurseries are proud to be recognising Neurodiversity Week (16–22 March 2026). This is a time to celebrate the different ways people think, learn, and experience the world.

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A Big Well Done to New Milton Nursery 

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Huge Congratulations to Our New Milton Team!

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We were thrilled to officially open our brand-new nursery in Holybourne on Thursday 29 January, marking an exciting new chapter for children and families in the Alton area.

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When we shared the news that a brand-new First Friends Nursery would be opening in Holybourne, we didn’t expect it to spark a creative collaboration quite like this one.

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A Big Well Done to Basingstoke Nursery

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Over the years, First Friends has proudly supported many wonderful charities. This year, for the first time, we’ve chosen to focus our fundraising on one local cause that’s close to home.\n

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","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/christmas-open-hours-1","title":"Christmas Open Hours","date_modified":"2025-11-17T16:58:46Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/denmead-fundraiser-for-children-in-need","html_content":"

First Friends Nursery in Denmead would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful families and our wider community for their incredible support during this year’s Children in Need fundraising events.

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/denmead-fundraiser-for-children-in-need","title":"Denmead Fundraiser for Children in Need","summary":"First Friends Nursery in Denmead would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our wonderful families and our wider community for their incredible support during this year’s Children in Need fundraising events. ","date_modified":"2025-11-17T16:24:47Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa-5","html_content":"

Parent question:

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A Very Special Message for Shanice 🌿

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First Friends Ltd. has announced the acquisition of a nursery in New Milton, previously operated by the YMCA. This marks the seventh nursery for the expanding group, which already provides childcare across Hampshire and ...

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/expansion-into-new-milton-with-new-acquisition","title":"Expansion into New Milton with New Acquisition","summary":"First Friends Ltd. has announced the acquisition of a nursery in New Milton, previously operated by the YMCA. This marks the seventh nursery for the expanding group, which already provides childcare across Hampshire and ...","date_modified":"2025-10-09T08:53:03Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/top-score-for-team-basingstoke-for-hs","html_content":"

We’re absolutely thrilled to share that our incredible Basingstoke nursery has achieved a ’ GREEN’ rating—the highest possible score—in our latest Health and Safety Audit! 

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/top-score-for-team-basingstoke-for-hs","title":"Top Score for Team Basingstoke for H&S","summary":"We’re absolutely thrilled to share that our incredible Basingstoke nursery has achieved a ’ GREEN’ rating—the highest possible score—in our latest Health and Safety Audit! ","date_modified":"2025-10-06T14:40:25Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa-4","html_content":"

Question from parent: My child is 2 years old. When should they stop wanting milk at night? He has it to fall asleep but then will wake in the night for more (he can have another 12oz overnight). He eats and drinks well ...

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa-4","title":"Ask our Experts: Q&A","summary":"Question from parent: My child is 2 years old. When should they stop wanting milk at night? He has it to fall asleep but then will wake in the night for more (he can have another 12oz overnight). He eats and drinks well ...","date_modified":"2025-10-03T08:42:12Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa-3","html_content":"

Question: What strategies can be used to get a 3 year old who has never self settled or slept a full night in their own bed to do so?\n

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Question:

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My daughter is 9 months old and is breastfed. We have been attempting to wean her with solids, she seems interested in food however when we give her food she either closes her mouth, pushes the spoon away or if we do get...

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa-2","title":"Ask our Experts: Q&A","summary":"My daughter is 9 months old and is breastfed. We have been attempting to wean her with solids, she seems interested in food however when we give her food she either closes her mouth, pushes the spoon away or if we do get...","date_modified":"2025-09-10T04:31:26Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa-1","html_content":"

My daughter is 9 months old and cannot self settle to sleep. I don't want to do the cry it out method, what tips do you have to help us with getting her to self settle rather than being rocked or fed to sleep?

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa-1","title":"Ask our Experts: Q&A","summary":"My daughter is 9 months old and cannot self settle to sleep. I don't want to do the cry it out method, what tips do you have to help us with getting her to self settle rather than being rocked or fed to sleep?","date_modified":"2025-09-10T04:30:00Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa","html_content":"

I have a question around potty training. I'm wanting to start my child off, but he attends nursery 2 days a week. What advice can you give and also do you advise them staying off for the week? Thank you :)

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/ask-our-experts-qa","title":"Ask Our Experts: Q&A","summary":"I have a question around potty training. I'm wanting to start my child off, but he attends nursery 2 days a week. What advice can you give and also do you advise them staying off for the week? Thank you :) ","date_modified":"2025-09-10T04:27:18Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/thoughtful-food-in-the-spotlight-%F0%9F%A5%84","html_content":"

We already knew our Thoughtful Food programme was something special… but when Nursery Management Today Magazine approached us for an interview, we were absolutely elated! \n

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We are excited to share some wonderful news!

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We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that we’re opening a brand-new First Friends nursery in Holybourne!

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We’re excited to announce that First Friends Day Nursery in Denmead will be hosting an Aloha Summer Fest on the nursery grounds! 🎉🌸

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Huge Congratulations to Our Alton Team!

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Huge Congratulations to Our Denmead Team!

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We’re thrilled to announce the official opening of The Nest, our brand-new baby day nursery in Alton – and what a celebration it was!

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/the-nest-officially-opens-its-doors-with-a-celebratory-party","title":"The Nest Officially Opens Its Doors with a Celebratory Party","summary":"We’re thrilled to announce the official opening of The Nest, our brand-new baby day nursery in Alton – and what a celebration it was!","date_modified":"2025-06-19T09:05:30Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/first-friends-nursery-champions-healthy-eating","html_content":"

While the British Nutrition Foundation’s (BNF) Healthy Eating Week ran from 12–16 June this year under the inspiring theme “Find your healthier you”, at First Friends Day Nurseries, healthy eating is not a week-long focu...

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First Friends Nursery School in Chineham, Basingstoke has been buzzing with excitement, thanks to a kind-hearted and talented local community member. Jenny Shepperd, a creative resident of Chineham, crocheted a beautiful...

","url":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/delighted-by-thoughtful-postbox-topper-gift-from-local-resident","title":"Delighted by Thoughtful Postbox Topper Gift from Local Resident ","summary":"First Friends Nursery School in Chineham, Basingstoke has been buzzing with excitement, thanks to a kind-hearted and talented local community member. Jenny Shepperd, a creative resident of Chineham, crocheted a beautiful...","date_modified":"2025-06-16T08:38:09Z"},{"id":"https://firstfriendsltd.co.uk/denmead-family-page/f/first-friends-nursery-opens-at-denmead-junior-school","html_content":"

We are delighted to announce that our brand-new nursery at Denmead Infant and Junior School is now open! Welcoming children aged 6 months to 5 years, the nursery offers high-quality early years education and care in a wa...

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Children at First Friends Nursery in Barford St Martin enjoyed a truly buzz-worthy experience today as they celebrated National Bee Day with a visit from a local beekeeper, Claire.

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Due to continued growth, we’re on the lookout for more brilliant nursery educators to join our passionate team at First Friends Nursery, Eastleigh.

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To mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 (12–18 May), First Friends Nursery is shining a spotlight on the importance of mental health in early childhood and celebrating the success of its Movement and Mindfulness progra...

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First Friends Nursery is proud to announce that it has successfully renewed its Sun Safe Nurseries Accreditation with SKCIN, the UK’s leading skin cancer awareness charity. This recognition highlights the nursery’s ongoi...

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We’re so excited to welcome Kieron as the new Nursery Manager at First Friends Eastleigh.

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Today, as the world commemorates Earth Day, First Friends reaffirms its dedication to environmental sustainability and fostering a sense of responsibility toward our planet. Earth Day, a global event aimed at emphasising...

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