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Forest Footsteps Childcare # Forest Footsteps Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2025) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · 2nd Ramalley Scout Headquarters, Ramalley Lane, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1JG · Hampshire Number of places 30 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2025 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 Forest Footsteps Childcare offers a nurturing and stimulating outdoor-focused learning environment across two locations: Chandlers Ford and Romsey. Originating from the closure of Ramalley Preschool, the Chandlers Ford setting was established by Owner and Senior Manager, Erin Cuffley. The nursery is dedicated to providing flexible childcare options for families, encouraging children to explore the natural world through fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities. Our ethos Every day at Forest Footsteps Childcare is focused on exploration, 'Learning through Play' and enjoying the outdoors. Children’s ideas and interests are reflected in the activities, resources, materials and outings that we provide. All experiences, activities and routines will be a learning opportunity for developing and progressing the understanding of children in all areas of their learning. We encourage them to contribute their ideas, take part in risk-assessing their choices; all whilst giving them independence and options to support their development. Our key aim is to foster curiosity and to aid children in becoming resilient, lifelong learners. All experiences are play-based. Some are free choice and others are adult-led, structured activities that are linked to the interests of the children. This allows them to take ownership of their learning, follow their own patterns of play, build on their own natural curiosities and learn at a pace suitable to their age and stage of development. What it's like Children are happy and content and receive warm welcomes from staff. They are eager to attend and quickly immerse themselves in a variety of carefully planned activities that support them to be excited and motivated to learn. Staff deliver a broad and well-balanced curriculum, incorporating children's fascinations and curiosities. Outdoor focused Flexible childcare options EYFS curriculum ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Chandlers Ford: 8am-4pm, Monday-Thursday; 8am-2pm, Friday (all year, term-time option available). Romsey: 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday (term-time only). Term time / All Year All Year Established 2017 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Forest Footsteps Childcare Inspection date Jun 2025 Inspection no. 10399075 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281513)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY551545) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.forestfootstepschildcare.com) 2nd Ramalley Scout Headquarters, Ramalley Lane, EASTLEIGH, SO53 1JG [© 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#/-1.39022/50.99144/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near EASTLEIGH - [Day nurseries in EASTLEIGH](/search?q=EASTLEIGH) - [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=forest-footsteps-childcare-so53-1jg-ey551545) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Forest Footsteps Childcare Last inspected 3 June 2025 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 content and receive warm welcomes from staff. They are eager to attend and quickly immerse themselves in a variety of carefully planned activities that support them to be excited and motivated to learn. Staff deliver a broad and well-balanced curriculum, incorporating children's fascinations and curiosities. Inspector highlights - Passionate leaders ensure regular and effective staff supervision and support staff well-being. - Staff access abundant training to improve their effectiveness and support individual children. - Children relish forest school sessions which support confidence, resilience, and understanding of the world. - Staff skillfully adapt communication methods to children's personalities, ages, and developmental stages. - Successful partnership with families ensures parents are well informed about their child's day and progress. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the curriculum so it consistently meets the needs of all children, particularly those that are quieter, to ensure their learning is equally as purposeful - 2 provide opportunities in the curriculum to support children's understanding of how to keep themselves safe when accessing the internet. Inspection #10399075 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50281513) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), confidently seek out staff for support, reassurance, and to share their thoughts, ideas, and needs. The provision for children with SEND is strong, with staff having a secure understanding of the referral process to ensure timely support. They work closely with external professionals and parents, and children with SEND benefit from individual education plans. Outdoor space Children relish their forest school sessions, which support their confidence, resilience and understanding of the world around them. Staff ensure all children have access to these opportunities as well as trips into the local community. ## Parent Reviews of Forest Footsteps Childcare 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKdLIcTPNA8PdWBxITjcL49wroy44ZQzmfCTjRHX1XkXEuXOA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Hannah Van Greunen 11 months ago Forest footsteps are wonderful! Would highly recommend! My child has attended from 8 months old, the nursery has always been a like for like from home! They really listen to you and what your child needs. The setting is fantastic, so much to do and learn! I am so pleased I chose this setting to help me raise my son. Erin and the team are fantastic! 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