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Pixies Tree # Pixies Tree Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Apr 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · 63 Portsmouth Road, Southampton, SO19 9BE · Southampton Number of places 60 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Southampton 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 PiXieS Tree Nursery, located in Woolston, Southampton, offers a nurturing childcare environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Established in 2000, the nursery operates from a charming Victorian house on Portsmouth Road, providing easy access to public transport. The nursery is open year-round, 51 weeks a year, from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, closing only for bank holidays and over the Christmas period. Safety is a priority, with robust security and fire safety systems, and securely fenced outdoor areas for play. The curriculum caters to babies, two-to-three-year-olds, and pre-school children across three dedicated rooms. The outdoor space features a mud kitchen and growing area, designed to enrich children’s development. The nursery prides itself on its dedicated, well-trained staff team, who are encouraged to engage actively with the children and pursue continuous professional development. The management team is hands-on, ensuring high standards of care. In 2023, PiXieS Tree Nursery maintained an Outstanding grading in all areas during its latest Ofsted inspection. The nursery also offers sibling discounts and accepts various government funding options, including universal and extended working families funding, as well as Tax-Free Childcare. Parents can arrange a visit to explore the homely environment and meet the team. What it's like Children are exceptionally happy in this nursery and have exceptionally strong bonds with staff, swiftly engaging in exciting activities. They are superbly inquisitive as they explore their environment and learn exceptional speech and language skills. Established in 2000 Ofsted Outstanding (2023) Victorian house setting Large landscaped garden Dedicated, well-trained staff ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around hourly rates that vary based on session length and frequency. Additional charges apply for consumables, term-time registrations, late collections, and toothbrushes. Fees are billed monthly in advance, and a sibling discount is available. Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - No charges are applied when the nursery is closed over Christmas, New Year, and select bank holidays. - A 10% sibling discount is applied to the oldest child's fees when both siblings attend sessions. - Fees must be paid monthly in advance by direct debit on or after the 5th of each month. - Four weeks of written notice is required for cancellations or contract changes. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Pixies Tree Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10280701 Lead inspector Kelli Wiseman Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218931)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/131606) 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.pixies.co.uk/woolston/home/) 63 Portsmouth Road, Southampton, SO19 9BE [© 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#/-1.36984/50.89699/14) [](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=pixies-tree-so19-9be-131606) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, 51 weeks a year Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Term Time Only, All Year Round Established 2000 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Pixies Tree Last inspected 27 April 2023 · Kelli Wiseman Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are exceptionally happy in this nursery and have exceptionally strong bonds with staff, swiftly engaging in exciting activities. They are superbly inquisitive as they explore their environment and learn exceptional speech and language skills. Inspector highlights - Children are exceptionally happy and have strong bonds with staff. - Children learn exceptional speech and language skills and make excellent progress in communication. - The manager leads by example, and the curriculum is highly ambitious and well-sequenced, meeting individual needs. - The key-person system is extremely effective, fostering nurturing relationships and secure attachments. - Leaders are passionate about providing high-quality care and education and continually strive for improvements. Inspection #10280701 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218931) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities talk about the superb support they receive and the excellent progress their children make. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) is dedicated and works closely with the leadership team to create an inclusive environment. She has positive working relationships with external agencies, such as speech and language therapists, and applies strategies from other professionals to targeted plans, helping children make progress and close development gaps rapidly. Parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities report superb support and excellent progress. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of Pixies Tree 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKgRJIsYHH-nP_qLVojQD3VbfhpgR3wwc4u8mieodMqm6usxw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lucy a year ago From the moment we viewed Pixies we felt comfortable and secure with all the staff, facilities and environment we were choosing to send our son to. We never have to worry with what he's eating, what learning and development he's doing or how he's being taken care of. We are given a full hand over every day of his activities, sleep pattern, meals and any developments he's made, they inform you straight away of any little accidents he may have had, document everything and if he's under the weather they call you just to keep you updated. I'm so pleased we managed to get him in to Pixies as the waitlist gets filled so quickly. We absolutely recommend a meeting and viewing and the management team and all Pixies staff do a fantastic job! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURndF9Tdjd3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48747114514e4b77:0xbe8e6efeaa129ec5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKWSRbzjV3EKaf7xD6-AN3dXY-8E5BC2ZVAZgGyfnBZ96Hw2A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Phoebie Gear 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRcmNmem5BRRAB!2m1!1s0x48747114514e4b77:0xbe8e6efeaa129ec5) Reviews from Google for Pixies Tree. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13731034353953316549&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2008 - June 2023 Outstanding - April 2023 Outstanding - August 2017 Outstanding - August 2017 Outstanding - September 2016 Requires improvement - September 2016 Good - October 2013 Good - September 2013 Good - March 2010 Good - February 2010 Good - January 2009 Good - December 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about Pixies Tree ### What are the opening hours at Pixies Tree? ### How does Pixies Tree support children with SEND? ### How can Pixies Tree be contacted? ### What stands out about Pixies Tree? ### Where is Pixies Tree located? ## Nearby day nurseries in Southampton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Pixies Tree. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Woolston Preschool Woolston, Southampton · SO19 9DB ](/nursery/woolston-preschool-so19-9db-148862) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Redroofs Day Nursery Southampton · SO19 2NX 4.5(6 reviews) ](/nursery/redroofs-day-nursery-so19-2nx-ey276701) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Hayfield Forest School Southampton · SO19 7GQ ](/nursery/hayfield-forest-school-so19-7gq-2809394) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### YMCA Woolston Day Nursery Southampton · SO19 9EF 4.2(19 reviews) ](/nursery/ymca-woolston-day-nursery-so19-9ef-ey479896) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Happy Bunnies Pre-School Southampton · SO19 8FJ ](/nursery/happy-bunnies-pre-school-so19-8fj-ey413974) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.9 mi ### Hopscotch Day Nursery (Sholing) Southampton · SO19 8LW ](/nursery/hopscotch-day-nursery-sholing-ltd-so19-8lw-2801983) [See all nurseries in Southampton →](/search?q=Southampton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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