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Brook Early Years

Ofsted: Good
(Sept 2022)
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4.9(34 parent reviews)
·Brook Early Years, Juniper Road, Southampton, SO18 4EG · Southampton
Number of places
52 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2022
Local authority
Southampton

About this day nursery

Brook Early Years, established in 1984, is a preschool deeply committed to igniting curiosity, fostering resilience, and cultivating a sense of belonging in every child. They believe in the transformative power of play-based learning, where a balanced approach of child-led exploration and guided support nurtures holistic development.

This hands-on methodology aims to equip children with essential knowledge and skills, preparing them for a successful future by encouraging active learning, creativity, and critical thinking. Originally founded to provide quality education and care for children aged 2 to 5, the nursery relocated to Beechwood Junior School in 2011 and became a Charitable Incorporated Organisation in 2020.

Following a 'Good' Ofsted report in 2022, Brook Early Years continues to strive for excellence, aiming to inspire children to become confident, capable individuals ready to embrace life's opportunities within a diverse and nurturing community.

Our ethos

Brook Early Years is committed to igniting curiosity, fostering resilience, and cultivating a sense of belonging through play-based learning. They employ a balanced approach of child-led exploration and guided support to nurture holistic development, equipping children with knowledge, skills, creativity, and critical thinking for a successful future.

What it's like

Children are happy and safe at this inclusive, child-centred nursery, receiving a warm welcome from staff. An effective key-person system helps staff to build nurturing bonds. Leaders prioritise children's personal, social and emotional development.

Play-based LearningCharitable Incorporated OrganisationOfsted "Good" rating

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

8am until 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, over 42 weeks of the year

Session types

Breakfast Club, Morning Session, Lunch Club, Afternoon Session, After Session Club, All Day

Age range

2 to 5

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Brook Early Years

Last inspected 14 September 2022

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 are happy and safe at this inclusive, child-centred nursery, receiving a warm welcome from staff. An effective key-person system helps staff to build nurturing bonds. Leaders prioritise children's personal, social and emotional development.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy and safe at this inclusive, child-centred nursery.
  • Staff provide a curriculum that fully supports children's independence and social skills.
  • Children have opportunities to be physically active, exploring the nursery woodland area.
  • Speech and language development takes priority with staff, implementing small, focused groups.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive individual support.

Areas to develop

  • 1strengthen the consistency of staff's questioning skills and the way they help to expand children's knowledge
  • 2use the strategies and resources available to support children learning English as an additional language more consistently, especially to help them communicate their own thoughts and needs more effectively.
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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive individual support. Staff identify when children need additional help and are confident in making referrals and seeking advice from external agencies, ensuring children receive the best possible start to their education.

Outdoor space

Children can choose where they like to play, with staff using their interests to provide activities both inside and outside. Children access creative activities, complete puzzles and read stories together in the well-resourced garden. They enjoy exploring the nursery woodland area where they search for bugs and explore the fairy garden with attentive staff.

Parent Reviews of Brook Early Years

4.9
(34)
Kayleigh Brown
4 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at this pre-school. The staff are incredibly kind, patient and genuinely care about each child’s individual needs. My children grew/have grown so much in confidence, independence and social skills since starting here. The learning is well planned and clearly based around the EYFS framework, with activities that are both fun and purposeful. It’s lovely to see how learning through play is encouraged, supporting all areas of development in a way that feels natural and engaging for the children. The environment is welcoming, safe and stimulating, and communication with parents is excellent. We always feel informed and reassured about our children’s progress and day-to-day experiences. It’s clear the team are passionate about early years education, and it truly shows in how happy and settled the children are. I would highly recommend this pre-school to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive start for their child’s learning journey.

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Michelle Traynor
3 months ago

My 4 years old daughter loves everything about Brook Early Years. She loves her carers. She learned a lot from them. Met a lot of friends and best friends. They are very helpful when you have some problems about the behaviour of my child. They keep you updated about everything. We love Brooks Early Years. Highly recommended.

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rebaz sulaeman
7 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with brook early years especially mr Phil, all The teachers are incredibly caring, patient, and attentive to every child’s needs. The classrooms are bright, safe, and full of engaging activities that spark curiosity and creativity. Our child looks forward to going every day and is learning so much through play and exploration. The staff also communicates well with parents, which gives us peace of mind. It truly feels like a nurturing second home for little ones."

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Anna Sz-C
7 months ago

Both of my children attended this preschool – first my daughter, and now my son. He absolutely loves it here! In his previous preschool he cried every day, but now he goes in happily and looks forward to seeing his teachers. The staff are caring, friendly, and create a warm atmosphere. I highly recommend this place!

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Emma Everett
10 months ago

Our daughter joined Brook Early Years for her final few months before starting school. The team were brilliant at helping her settle quickly following a negative experience at a previous setting. She has really enjoyed her time here and is now leaving a happy, confident little girl ready for school. We can't thank the team enough! Highly recommend if you're looking for a supportive and fun environment for your little one.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

14 September 2022

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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