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For specific information on availability and application for funded places, please contact the nursery directly." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are Applemore Early Years Centre's opening hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Applemore Early Years Centre is open Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. The nursery operates all year round, providing consistent childcare for families." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What age range does Applemore Early Years Centre accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Applemore Early Years Centre accepts children aged between 2 and 4 years old. This age range focuses on providing early years education and development primarily through preschool." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Applemore Early Years Centre have outdoor space?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Applemore Early Years Centre provides outdoor space. Staff offer children opportunities to develop their physical skills and experiment with movement outdoors, helping them learn about staying healthy." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does Applemore Early Years Centre support children with SEND?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "This information isn't published - contact the nursery directly to ask." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents say about Applemore Early Years Centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents observe that children arrive confidently and greet staff positively at Applemore Early Years Centre. 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Applemore Early Years Centre # Applemore Early Years Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · Applemore Recreation Centre, Claypits Lane, Southampton, SO45 5TN · Hampshire Number of places 100 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Early Years Group is dedicated to providing nurturing and enriching environments for young children, aiming to bridge the gap between home and formal education. Their philosophy centres on fostering confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love for learning through play-based activities. The group operates six independent settings across Hampshire, each designed to meet core objectives while catering to the specific needs of its local community. With a focus on high-quality early years education, they employ over 70 staff members who are passionate about supporting children's development from infancy through to preschool. The curriculum is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, emphasising learning through exploration, active participation, and creative thinking, both indoors and in outdoor spaces. They prioritise the development of communication, physical skills, and personal, social, and emotional growth, which then underpin literacy, mathematics, understanding the world, and expressive arts and design. The group continuously develops initiatives to expand their capacity and meet the growing demand from local families. Our ethos At the Early Years Group, we are dedicated to creating warm, supportive environments where children thrive. Our passionate teams share our core values and commitment to excellence, working together to provide the highest quality early years education. We believe in bridging the gap between home and school, offering a setting that feels like an extension of home—where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We foster confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning through play. What it's like Children arrive confidently and greet staff positively. They form secure attachments with an allocated key-person who ensure children's needs are met. Children enjoy a range of exciting activities that are tailored to their interests, developing friendships and an understanding of teamwork. Play-based learning EYFS curriculum Focus on curiosity and confidence Six Hampshire-based settings Strong team values ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://theearlyyearsgroup.co.uk/parents-carers/funding-options) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm Age range 6 months to pre-school Term time / All Year All Year Staff 70+ Waitlist Growing waiting list at Applemore ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Applemore Early Years Centre Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10251427 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207490)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2597175) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=applemore-early-years-centre-so45-5tn-2597175) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Applemore Early Years Centre Last inspected 17 January 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children arrive confidently and greet staff positively. They form secure attachments with an allocated key-person who ensure children's needs are met. Children enjoy a range of exciting activities that are tailored to their interests, developing friendships and an understanding of teamwork. Inspector highlights - The provision has a highly effective key-person system in place. - Staff have formed secure relationships with parents and work together in partnership. - The manager has a clear vision for the provision and knows the strengths and weaknesses. - Staff provide children with opportunities to develop their physical skills and learn about the world. - Staff ensure that children gain a sense of community and develop respect and tolerance for different faiths and beliefs. Areas to develop - 1 ensure all staff are proactive in motivating children in purposeful learning to ensure outcomes for children are improved further. Inspection #10251427 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207490) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Staff provide children with opportunities to develop their physical skills. Children enjoy experimenting with movement outdoors and develop an understanding of how to keep themselves healthy. Inspection history Most recent inspection 17 January 2023 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207490) ## Frequently asked about Applemore Early Years Centre ### Is Applemore Early Years Centre a good nursery? ### What is Applemore Early Years Centre's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Applemore Early Years Centre cost? ### Does Applemore Early Years Centre accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Applemore Early Years Centre take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Applemore Early Years Centre take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Applemore Early Years Centre's opening hours? ### What age range does Applemore Early Years Centre accept? ### Does Applemore Early Years Centre have outdoor space? ### How does Applemore Early Years Centre support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Applemore Early Years Centre? ### How do I contact Applemore Early Years Centre or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Southampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Applemore Early Years Centre. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Little Shipmates Day Nursery Southampton · SO45 5DB ](/nursery/little-shipmates-day-nursery-so45-5db-ey500189) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Hive Day Nursery and Preschool Southampton · SO45 6EA ](/nursery/hive-day-nursery-and-preschool-so45-6ea-2871765) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Little Shipmates Pre-School Southampton · SO45 6ET ](/nursery/little-shipmates-pre-school-so45-6et-ey543492) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Twiggs Lane Pre-School Southampton · SO40 4ZE ](/nursery/twiggs-lane-pre-school-so40-4ze-ey425902) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Little Gardners Nursery Southampton · SO40 4ZH ](/nursery/little-gardners-nursery-so40-4zh-ey473827) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.7 mi ### Play Away Day Nurseries Southampton · SO14 5FE 4.2(27 reviews) ](/nursery/play-away-day-nurseries-ltd-so14-5fe-ey229821) [See all nurseries in Southampton →](/search?q=Southampton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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