The Watership Down Nursery

About this day nursery

The Watership Down Nursery & Preschool, located in Laverstoke near Whitchurch, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from 3 months to 5 years old. This family-run nursery prides itself on fostering a deep connection with the natural world through its innovative outdoor learning curriculum and Forest School approach.

Children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop confidence through hands-on activities like fire making, outdoor cooking, nature walks, and growing their own fruits and vegetables. The nursery aims to instil values of sustainability and healthy living from an early age, while also providing a strong focus on creativity and well-being with activities such as riverside painting and mindful outdoor yoga.

With an ethos centred around being a 'home away from home,' the dedicated staff ensure each child feels comfortable, secure, and cared for, tailoring routines to individual interests. The nursery operates 50 weeks a year, from 8 am to 5:30 pm, providing flexibility for parents and an enriching experience for its young attendees.

The nursery has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, highlighting its broad curriculum, ambitious leadership, and excellent partnership with parents.

Our ethos

The Watership Down Nursery & Preschool integrates a Forest School approach into its outdoor learning curriculum, encouraging children to explore nature through hands-on activities like fire making and gardening. Their ethos is centred around being a 'home away from home', fostering sustainability, healthy living, creativity, and well-being.

What it's like

Babies and children thrive in this small, exceptional and home-from-home nursery. Staff provide a broad curriculum based on children's interests and development, ensuring all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make exceptional progress.

Pricing & funding