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They truly do love the children, my daughter absolutely loves it there. The staff are great, so caring and thoughtful and it definitely has a family feel whenever you walk through the door, everyone is always so friendly and they really get to know each child so well.\nThe new nursery location is also great, there is so much space for the little ones to explore. We Couldn’t have chosen a better nursery for our daughter, highly recommend!", "datePublished": "2025-03-04T07:31:49.026249Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Mihaela Ion" }, "reviewBody": "Our daughter is going to this nursery from 1 years old when she just started walking and now she’s 2 and half, running everywhere. We all love this place and all the stuff as they are always very helpful. They are very carrying with all children and loving. We are very happy with the new location and children enjoyed it as well, all new and bright, lots of space. Food is always fresh and delicious. I highly recommend this nursery!", "datePublished": "2025-04-01T11:41:18.702956Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Vickie Perry" }, "reviewBody": "Both my children have come to this nursery a few years apart, and both times have been exceptional. The staff and managment are fantastic! They are highly skilled and really do put the children's needs at the heart of everything they do.\nThe food is healthy, fees really good, staff are exceptional. Lots of lovely activities and experiences for the kids.\n\nHighly recommended!", "datePublished": "2025-03-04T08:05:43.851635Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "zoe jeffery" }, "reviewBody": "We are so happy with the care & support that our daughter receives. They encourage her personality and imagination. They supported her amazingly with the transition. We have no concerns with communication. They put the safety and well being of the children at the heart of the service they provide. The nursery is cleaned & well looked after. They put on special events after work hours so the families and children can socialise. The staff are warm and welcoming, Zoe and Joe x", "datePublished": "2025-03-04T07:21:27.466789Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Mairi Henderson" }, "reviewBody": "Fantastic nursery. We couldn’t ask for better staff to take care of our kids. Jess and the team go above and beyond, always putting the needs of the children first and are so understanding. 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Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available. Number of places 56 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected — Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Growing Places Havant offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, celebrating 30 years of providing childcare and education. The nursery is designed to be light, bright, and spacious, encouraging exploration, investigation, creativity, and fun. Babies have dedicated areas tailored to their developmental needs, offering opportunities for physical activity, comfort, imaginative play, and natural exploration, supported by caring and knowledgeable adults. 5 to 4, benefit from a "Family Room" divided into three family pod spaces, providing diverse indoor and outdoor play options. A dedicated studio allows older children to delve deeper into their investigations and projects. The outdoor garden features natural grass mounds for climbing, areas for digging and planting, and spaces for imaginative role-play and adventure. Nutritious, seasonal meals are prepared daily by a dedicated cook, sometimes with children's involvement to foster an understanding and appreciation of food preparation. Growing Places Havant prides itself on a warm welcome and a commitment to meeting individual family needs. An Ofsted inspection highlighted the high levels of confidence and independence displayed by children, who are highly motivated and responsive to learning. The nursery also implements the "Growing Places Approach," which prioritises a child's right to choose, make connections, and communicate, recognising each child as an individual with unique needs and interests. Our ethos The "Growing Places Approach" prioritises a child's right to choose, make connections, and communicate, recognising each child as an individual with unique needs and interests. The nursery aims to foster exploration, investigation, creativity, and fun, with a focus on developing children's confidence and independence. Spacious and bright environment Dedicated baby and toddler spaces Outdoor garden with natural play areas Freshly prepared nutritious meals Child-led learning approach ## Pricing & funding Fees are reviewed annually in April. Sessions are designed to be flexible with the option to add up to one additional hour. Fees include all meals and healthy snacks, unless extra hours are added over lunch. Good to know - Unrestricted holidays are charged at half rate. - Bank holidays are charged at the full rate. - One annual staff training closure day is charged at half rate. - A 10% sibling discount is offered for a second child attending the same sessions. - Discounts are applied to hourly rates for full-time and full-day bookings. - Fees include all meals and healthy snacks, unless extra hours are added over lunch. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Growing Places Havant [Download full report (PDF)](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2815478)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2815478) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.growingplaces.org.uk/havant) Havant Borough Council, Public Service Plaza, Havant, PO9 2AX [© 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#/-0.98424/50.85759/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Havant - [Day nurseries in Havant](/search?q=Havant) - [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=growing-places-havant-po9-2ax-2815478) ## Key facts Opening hours 08:00 - 18:00 (Early start 7:30 available) Session types Full Day, Full Week, Half Day, 3-hour sessions, Extra Hour, Early Start Age range 6 months - 4 years Food All meals and healthy snacks included Waitlist Unknown ## Parent Reviews of Growing Places Havant 5.0 (20) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIS2DQThOyKEoovSxlyFF2auAE4kbt0etV6weUVnfcDgeKLdw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Aisher Smyth a year ago My daughter has been going here now since she was 9 months old, and I honestly cannot thank the staff enough. They truly do love the children, my daughter absolutely loves it there. The staff are great, so caring and thoughtful and it definitely has a family feel whenever you walk through the door, everyone is always so friendly and they really get to know each child so well. The new nursery location is also great, there is so much space for the little ones to explore. We Couldn’t have chosen a better nursery for our daughter, highly recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNROXAyNG9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x487445004c2e35f5:0xe1698a1062070447) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWJ3iJnponANzJNwtHycGqSJNj4JXBW_vLdqGZ-wcQX-impED-i=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Mihaela Ion a year ago Our daughter is going to this nursery from 1 years old when she just started walking and now she’s 2 and half, running everywhere. We all love this place and all the stuff as they are always very helpful. They are very carrying with all children and loving. We are very happy with the new location and children enjoyed it as well, all new and bright, lots of space. Food is always fresh and delicious. I highly recommend this nursery! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJLXBPbFhBEAE!2m1!1s0x487445004c2e35f5:0xe1698a1062070447) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ3lfIfut9SFSjlTpq1bLBhXACJOyY5Drz3iuAetiad8jMu7Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Vickie Perry a year ago Both my children have come to this nursery a few years apart, and both times have been exceptional. The staff and managment are fantastic! They are highly skilled and really do put the children's needs at the heart of everything they do. The food is healthy, fees really good, staff are exceptional. Lots of lovely activities and experiences for the kids. Highly recommended! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRanZEeENnEAE!2m1!1s0x487445004c2e35f5:0xe1698a1062070447) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLf4scEUrq4bUjsTqCweBXDsvrggMGAklEM4mF_Cc-ZuJn6Rg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) zoe jeffery a year ago We are so happy with the care & support that our daughter receives. They encourage her personality and imagination. They supported her amazingly with the transition. We have no concerns with communication. They put the safety and well being of the children at the heart of the service they provide. The nursery is cleaned & well looked after. They put on special events after work hours so the families and children can socialise. The staff are warm and welcoming, Zoe and Joe x [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNROXRtdnVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487445004c2e35f5:0xe1698a1062070447) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKxZG_SMncwLaeP7lz3LbVnbWZSLiFf-ubuoH5eK9mnK4CK2g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Mairi Henderson a year ago Fantastic nursery. We couldn’t ask for better staff to take care of our kids. Jess and the team go above and beyond, always putting the needs of the children first and are so understanding. The new premises are also brilliant, really bright and airy. 100% would recommend. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNRdnJQakV3EAE!2m1!1s0x487445004c2e35f5:0xe1698a1062070447) Reviews from Google for Growing Places Havant. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16242665334057141319&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history This provider hasn't received its first Ofsted inspection yet. We'll show the trend here once a graded report is published. ## Frequently asked about Growing Places Havant ### What are the published fees at Growing Places Havant? ### How are meals handled at Growing Places Havant? ### How can Growing Places Havant be contacted? ### Whereabouts is Growing Places Havant? ## Nearby day nurseries in Havant Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Growing Places Havant. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Tops Day Nurseries - Havant Havant · PO9 3BD 4.8(26 reviews) ](/nursery/tops-day-nurseries-havant-po9-3bd-ey495534) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Kiddie Kingdom Nursery @ Havant Havant · PO9 3EJ ](/nursery/kiddie-kingdom-nursery-havant-po9-3ej-2547969) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Glenhurst Nursery & Pre-School Havant · PO9 1AX 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/glenhurst-nursery-pre-school-po9-1ax-ey233222) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### The Wendy House Havant · PO9 1NU ](/nursery/the-wendy-house-po9-1nu-ey363957) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Girls & Boys Nursery Havant · PO9 3HN ](/nursery/girls-boys-nursery-ltd-po9-3hn-2666783) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### CherryPark Nursery Havant · PO9 1SA 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/cherrypark-nursery-po9-1sa-ey422863) [See all nurseries in Havant →](/search?q=Havant) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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