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It was her first time in any childcare setting, and the way the team supported her was just amazing.\n\nShe could only say a couple of words when she joined, and now she is a confident little chatterbox who loves learning, books, and chatting about her day.\n\nThe staff have been brilliant with things like toilet training and supporting her vegan diet – we really appreciate the care and attention they give. She even misses nursery during the half-term breaks!\n\nWe have been so impressed with the structure of the learning – from motor skills to emotional development, it is clear they know exactly what they are doing. Most importantly, our daughter feels safe, happy, and included every day.\n\nThank you to the whole team – you have made such a difference in her early years and we are so grateful.", "datePublished": "2025-07-01T13:44:55.749153770Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Stephanie Elliott" }, "reviewBody": "Have really shopped around for a preschool/nursery and this one was outstanding. (I have also worked in a few). The staff are all extremely friendly and ready to help. As a parent I feel my opinion is valued and my children have been more than catered for both academically and with their development (couldn't ask for more). 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Padnell Pre-School # Padnell Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2025) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Padnell Infant School, Padnell Avenue, Waterlooville, PO8 8DS · Hampshire Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 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 Padnell Pre-School is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible childcare for children aged two up to five years old. The preschool strives to create a safe and supportive learning environment, working in close partnership with parents to offer a service that champions equality and values diversity within the community. Rooted in the philosophy of "We play and learn together," the preschool ensures all policies are reviewed annually to maintain their effectiveness and uphold these core values. The setting places a strong emphasis on a key person approach, where each child is assigned a dedicated staff member to foster secure relationships, aid in settling in, and create a personalised plan for the child’s well-being and learning. Parental involvement is actively promoted, recognising parents as crucial educators in their children's development. Padnell Pre-School is supported by Hampshire County Council and operates as a registered charity, committed to adhering to National Standards set by Ofsted and the Early Years Alliance to provide comprehensive support for children and families. The preschool thoughtfully manages admissions to ensure accessibility for all families in the local community, taking into account individual needs and ensuring a smooth transition into the setting. Our ethos We aim to provide high quality, affordable and accessible childcare to children aged 2 to rising 5 years, in a safe and supportive environment, and to work in partnership with parents in the provision of childcare in the community offering children and their parents a service which promotes equality and values diversity. What it's like Children appear happy and settled at this warm and welcoming pre-school. Staff are friendly and nurturing, and build meaningful relationships with children. Children confidently get involved with exciting activities and demonstrate an understanding of sharing and taking turns. Charity-run Key person approach Strong parental involvement Inclusive environment ## Pricing & funding Fees are billed monthly with payment due within 14 days. There is a minimum suggested attendance of six hours per week, or twelve hours for funded children. The pre-school does not charge for additional extras and does not offer refunds for missed sessions. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Minimum suggested attendance is 6 hours per week. - Minimum of 2 full days or 12 hours per week recommended for 30-hour funded children. - Invoices are billed monthly, with payment due within 14 days. - No refunds for missed sessions, except under exceptional circumstances. - No charges for additional extras, but voluntary donations are welcome. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Padnell Pre-School Inspection date Jul 2025 Inspection no. 10399469 Lead inspector Nicola Houston Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283602)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY437909) 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.padnellpreschool.co.uk/) Padnell Infant School, Padnell Avenue, Waterlooville, PO8 8DS [© 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#/-1.01396/50.8941/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Waterlooville - [Day nurseries in Waterlooville](/search?q=Waterlooville) - [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=padnell-pre-school-po8-8ds-ey437909) ## Key facts Opening hours 8.50 am - 2.55 pm, 38 weeks a year Age range 2 to 5 years Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1971 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Padnell Pre-School Last inspected 2 July 2025 · Nicola Houston 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 appear happy and settled at this warm and welcoming pre-school. Staff are friendly and nurturing, and build meaningful relationships with children. Children confidently get involved with exciting activities and demonstrate an understanding of sharing and taking turns. Inspector highlights - Children appear happy and settled. - Children get countless opportunities to learn about the natural environment. - Leaders have adopted a curriculum that prepares children with the skills they need for their future education. - Staff use assessment to monitor how children are progressing. - Leaders work closely with other professionals involved in children's care. Areas to develop - 1 deliver information about behavioural expectations consistently to children to increase their understanding of why they are in place. - 2 ensure a member of staff with a full and relevant paediatric first-aid qualification is on the premises and available at all times when children are present. Inspection #10399469 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283602) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Where children have special educational needs and/or disabilities, staff work with speech and language therapists and local paediatric teams. Together, staff implement collaborative plans, such as focusing on the use of visual aids to extend children's vocabulary. This shared approach to learning supports children to achieve the best outcomes. Outdoor space Children have countless opportunities to learn about the natural environment. Children carefully consider how to arrange their outside obstacle course. They move equipment and carefully consider risks with staff who support them as they make decisions. ## Parent Reviews of Padnell Pre-School 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUoSvaWdZQCWNe4Qtbe1z4eQUv_7T5WtVE7GvN2zvOycGz_84aI=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Zoloo Zaya 10 months ago Our daughter started at Padnell Pre-School when she was 2.5 years old, and we could not be happier with the experience. It was her first time in any childcare setting, and the way the team supported her was just amazing. She could only say a couple of words when she joined, and now she is a confident little chatterbox who loves learning, books, and chatting about her day. The staff have been brilliant with things like toilet training and supporting her vegan diet – we really appreciate the care and attention they give. She even misses nursery during the half-term breaks! We have been so impressed with the structure of the learning – from motor skills to emotional development, it is clear they know exactly what they are doing. Most importantly, our daughter feels safe, happy, and included every day. Thank you to the whole team – you have made such a difference in her early years and we are so grateful. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2paS09WQldkWGxzZHpsRkxXOUhSMk42VFdoZlpFRRAB!2m1!1s0x487444774cb68fb7:0x57d18b11e218e0c0) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLWCeCm76x1ONgtAZqUZTpaawBHGVD5yGh1e48BGFdOgVcW4Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Stephanie Elliott 9 years ago Have really shopped around for a preschool/nursery and this one was outstanding. (I have also worked in a few). The staff are all extremely friendly and ready to help. As a parent I feel my opinion is valued and my children have been more than catered for both academically and with their development (couldn't ask for more). I am proud to be a padnell Preschool mummy :-) [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnc05EVTVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487444774cb68fb7:0x57d18b11e218e0c0) Reviews from Google for Padnell Pre-School. 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