Penguin Pre-School in Fareham

About this day nursery

Naval Under Fives is a charitable organisation dedicated to providing a nurturing, home-like learning environment for young children. They focus on fostering creativity, curiosity, and development for children from both military and civilian families.

They operate seven settings, including Penguin Preschool, located in Fareham. They pride themselves on offering a safe, enjoyable, happy, and stimulating experience for every child, with an approach that builds upon each child's individual needs and interests.

Penguin Preschool, specifically, is housed in a two-story residence, featuring dedicated areas for role-play, small world activities, construction, and art. The preschool also boasts an attractive garden with a mud kitchen, sand and water play, and a digging area.

A unique feature is their artelier, an art studio where children collaboratively develop ideas with minimal adult intervention. The preschool welcomes community visitors and has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, highlighting their exceptional leadership, teaching quality, personal development support, and positive outcomes for children.

Our ethos

Naval Under Fives, including Penguin Preschool, is dedicated to providing a nurturing, home-like environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and development. Their approach builds upon each child's individual needs and interests. Penguin Preschool specifically features an artelier, an art studio for collaborative idea development with minimal adult intervention.

What it's like

Children are happy and excited to attend, settling quickly due to the strong bond with kind and attentive staff. They develop self-confidence and are extremely well-mannered, flourishing in an environment with high expectations for learning. The curriculum is challenging and embedded consistently, ensuring all children make excellent progress.

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged at an hourly rate based on age band for non-funded hours or families not eligible for funding. Weekly charges apply for consumables alongside a voluntary snack contribution. Parents must provide their own packed lunch, nappies, wipes, and suncream.