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From the very first day, the staff have been incredibly warm, welcoming, and attentive, making both our children feel safe and happy. The activities are creative, engaging, and well thought out, and we're always impressed by how much effort goes into planning them. Communication with parents is excellent-we're kept well informed about our children's progress, daily activities, and milestones, which gives us real peace of mind. It's clear that the staff genuinely care about the children and take great pride in what they do. We are extremely grateful for the love, support, and dedication shown to our boys every day. 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Fairlands Day Nursery # Fairlands Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 5.0 (9 parent reviews) · Church Road, Shedfield, Southampton, SO32 2HY · Hampshire Number of places 80 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Fairlands Day Nursery, nestled in Shedfield, Hampshire, operates from a thoughtfully converted Victorian Schoolhouse designed to offer a comforting, home-like atmosphere for children. Emphasising outdoor exploration, the nursery boasts extensive facilities, including a playground, a field, a vegetable patch, and a dedicated Forest Fen for Forest School activities. Children of all ages engage in various outdoor learning experiences such as den building, bug hunting, and natural crafts. The nursery is committed to inspiring imagination and creating cherished memories for its young attendees and their families. Fairlands Day Nursery prides itself on its qualified and dedicated team, who are continuously supported through training and recognition. The nursery offers a professional menu, promoting healthy eating, and focuses on the holistic development of each child through play and exploration, fostering a love for learning in a natural setting. They welcome inquiries and encourage early registration due to high demand, especially on certain days. What it's like Children feel safe and secure and enjoy good relationships with their key persons. Children benefit from a curriculum that is ambitious and that meets their needs well. They learn to solve problems and test out their own ideas, for example, fixing a 'waterfall' feature during outdoor play. Forest School Outdoor Learning Home-from-home environment Qualified Team ## Pricing & funding Fees cover core sessions, with options to purchase additional hours. Standard funded sessions run from 8.00am-1.00pm and 1.00pm-6.00pm. Fees exclude optional items such as food, consumables, and extra-curricular activities, which are charged separately. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Stretched 30 hours funding £22.35 / hour - Stretched 15 hours funding £11.18 / hour - Stretched 30 hours funding £95.0 / month - Stretched 15 hours funding £47.5 / month Good to know - Fees exclude food, snacks, and consumables like nappies, wipes, protective creams, and Calpol. - Additional activities above the EYFS curriculum are offered at an extra charge. - Funded hours are delivered in specific sessions: 8.00am-1.00pm and 1.00pm-6.00pm. - Stretched funding is available at 22.35 hours per week across 51 weeks of the year. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Fairlands Day Nursery Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10214643 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174665)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY380797) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://fairlandsnurseryschool.co.uk) Church Road, Shedfield, Southampton, SO32 2HY [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.20391/50.91581/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Southampton - [Day nurseries in Southampton](/search?q=Southampton) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=fairlands-day-nursery-so32-2hy-ey380797) ## Key facts Waitlist A place on the waiting list will be reserved upon receipt of your registration form, however please note this is not a guarantee of a space. We will then keep in contact to let you know when a vacancy becomes available. Demand for nursery places is high, especially on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. We recommend you joining the waiting list as early as possible and encourage you to speak to our admissions team about current availability Opening hours Mon to Fri, 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Fairlands Day Nursery Last inspected 23 November 2021 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 feel safe and secure and enjoy good relationships with their key persons. Children benefit from a curriculum that is ambitious and that meets their needs well. They learn to solve problems and test out their own ideas, for example, fixing a 'waterfall' feature during outdoor play. Inspector highlights - Children concentrate for long periods of time, particularly in the outdoor forest area and they display good levels of independence. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress. - Staff build strong partnerships with parents, who speak highly of the new management. - The management team helps staff identify and implement improvements, such as repositioning the construction area. - The established key-person system ensures children settle well into the nursery and develops their sense of security and well-being. Areas to develop - 1 help staff to consider how they can support children effectively during transitions in their daily routines. Inspection #10214643 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174665) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the new management and the changes that have been introduced to the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to find out what children know and can do, and promote children's communication and social skills effectively through activities and care routines. Outdoor space All children enjoy accessing the secure forest area next to the nursery. Children confidently walk up the stepped tyres, which supports their physical skills, and show perseverance as they roll logs to the top of the hill to join in make-believe campfire games. ## Parent Reviews of Fairlands Day Nursery 5.0 (9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU_6lC5XtyWjZuK3Za4ZAe1eSctaMD-sKc7u-uoWokccpGszGqT=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Hannah Doyle 5 months ago We couldn't be happier with the care and education our two sons receive at Fairlands. From the very first day, the staff have been incredibly warm, welcoming, and attentive, making both our children feel safe and happy. The activities are creative, engaging, and well thought out, and we're always impressed by how much effort goes into planning them. Communication with parents is excellent-we're kept well informed about our children's progress, daily activities, and milestones, which gives us real peace of mind. It's clear that the staff genuinely care about the children and take great pride in what they do. We are extremely grateful for the love, support, and dedication shown to our boys every day. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe and caring place for their child to thrive. 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