Dean Park Day Nursery

About this day nursery

Dean Park Day Nursery is situated in Bournemouth's beautifully converted Cooper Dean pavilion, offering a nurturing environment where creativity, discovery, nature, and play are central to a child's development. The nursery focuses on providing a stimulating setting with carefully selected resources and inspiring materials, all designed with the child's perspective in mind.

The experienced and highly trained team is dedicated to fostering a wonderful space for learning and growth, ensuring that each child receives individual attention and care. They frequently engage children in diverse activities, from Olympic-themed sports days that integrate with the EYFS curriculum to initiatives like scarecrow competitions and parent-baby groups, fostering both community and educational development.

The nursery also places importance on preparing children for their transition to 'big school,' ensuring they are well-equipped for the next stage of their education. With a rating of 'Good' by Ofsted in 2024, Dean Park Day Nursery is committed to delivering quality education and care.

Our ethos

Creativity can transform understanding by fostering critical thinking, allowing children to review, reinvent and make new meanings for themselves. Children need to discover the world for themselves, we just need to bring the world to them. A child’s connection with nature acts as the foundation for learning valuable life skills that will enable them to succeed… Allowing children to be free in a safe environment. Our location is within Bournemouth’s beautifully converted Cooper Dean pavilion. From the lighting, textures and fabrics, to the inspiring books, prints and large variety of resources, every last detail has been carefully selected around the child. Everything starts with the child.

What it's like

The consistent team of staff builds warm and trusting relationships with the children. Children of all ages explore confidently within the safe and secure playrooms, gardens and grounds. Staff are good role models, who help children to develop positive behaviour and attitudes and good social skills.

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged hourly, with a minimum booking of four sessions per week. Standard rates include meals, snacks, trips, and extra-curricular classes, though parents must supply their own nappies and formula.