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Wind In The Willows Portsmouth

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2023)
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5.0(10 parent reviews) ·Hester Road, Southsea, PO4 8HB · Portsmouth
Number of places
88 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2023
Local authority
Portsmouth

About this day nursery

Wind in the Willows Preschool, situated in the heart of Milton, Portsmouth, has been providing a nurturing "home-from-home" environment for children since its establishment in 2015. Founded by two local professionals with extensive experience in early childhood education, the nursery aims to offer high-quality care and learning opportunities.

The preschool features various engaging rooms, including Badgers, Toads, Moles, and Bunnies, each catering to different age groups and developmental stages. The nursery is committed to creating a vibrant and stimulating atmosphere where children can explore, learn, and grow.

They encourage prospective families to visit the setting to experience its unique ethos and facilities firsthand. The team also updates a gallery showcasing the nursery's activities and various facilities.

For any inquiries or to arrange a visit, the preschool can be contacted via phone or email, or through the contact form on their website. The institution is dedicated to transparency, providing access to their admissions policy and other important documents online, with a prospectus currently in development.

They also maintain an active presence on social media, particularly Facebook, to keep parents and the wider community informed.

What it's like

Children flourish in this welcoming and supportive nursery, displaying a strong sense of belonging and feeling safe. Staff create a positive environment where children are encouraged to be curious and have a positive attitude towards play and learning.

Community-based nurseryExperienced local foundersHome-from-home environment

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday 7:15am - 6pm

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Wind In The Willows Portsmouth

Last inspected 19 June 2023 · Kelli Wiseman

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 flourish in this welcoming and supportive nursery, displaying a strong sense of belonging and feeling safe. Staff create a positive environment where children are encouraged to be curious and have a positive attitude towards play and learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Children flourish in a welcoming and supportive nursery environment.
  • Children are at the heart of the curriculum, with staff holding high expectations for every child.
  • Staff provide exciting opportunities that spark children's curiosity and interest, supporting their learning and development.
  • Children behave well, learning to manage their emotions with consistent staff support and guidance.
  • The manager is passionate about her role, dedicating efforts to providing an environment where children thrive and continuously improving the provision through training and research.

Areas to develop

  • 1improve the hygiene arrangements at nap time to make sure that children are consistently protected against germs and infection
  • 2improve teaching for children who need extra support with their communication and language to ensure that agreed strategies are always fully understood and implemented.
Inspection #10294131 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment on the great progress that their children have made, particularly with their communication and language skills.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinator works in partnership with parents and other agencies, ensuring children receive necessary support through accurate assessments and identified learning targets. Staff are aware of strategies for children needing extra help, but sometimes children who struggle to communicate do not always receive consistent support.

Outdoor space

Staff recently organised the garden so that children could play football with a new goal. This creates a sense of belonging and self-worth.

Parent Reviews of Wind In The Willows Portsmouth

5.0
(10)
Summer Evans
3 months ago

I honestly can’t recommend this nursery enough. All three of my children have been here — my two oldest who are now 8 and 7, and now my little girl who has just started at 3. She has never been left with anyone before, so I was really anxious about how she would cope and truly didn’t think she would settle easily at all. But within just two sessions, she was settled, happy and comfortable, which honestly says everything. The women who work here are absolutely amazing — so kind, patient, and genuinely caring. You can tell they truly love what they do and care about every child as an individual. They’ve been incredibly supportive, reassuring and understanding, not just with my children but with me as a parent too. It feels like such a safe, nurturing environment, and I’ve always had complete trust in them over the years. I’m so grateful to have had all my children grow and start their journey here — it really does feel like a second family.

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Samantha Nash
2 years ago

My son has been attending this nursery since he just turned one, and I honestly could not fault anything. From each stage of his development he has been well looked after and cared for in the appropriate way. The nursery staff have always been friendly and approachable and encourage children to be individuals whilst providing a safe and happy environment. The nursery has an impressive outdoor area which allows children to play outside, and they also provide theme days so the children can be involved in more creative activity’s. My son has been able to create excellent relationships with staff and the children and is always happy to attend. It’s very rare you would see a child upset at drop off and I believe this is because the nursery provides a happy environment for all children. I couldn’t thank the nursery enough as my child is always happy, has a good understanding of kind and appropriate behaviours and has developed within his key stages in preparation for school.

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Shannan Page
9 years ago

Lovely facilities in a beautiful setting. The staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and supportive and my daughter is thriving here! We've seen such a huge change in her since starting here, especially with regards to her speech and socialising with both adults and children. I cannot thank them enough for all the hard work they put in, putting my mind at ease when leaving my daughter and providing an enjoyable and enriching environment for her; so much so that she wants to stay and play when we come to pick her up! I wouldn't think of going anywhere else and would recommend to anyone!

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K S
3 years ago

My child attended here and it was a fantastic school she was in the process of being diagnosed with autism and her SEN teacher Kelly and staff were phenomenal the progress she made from the time she walked in, until the time she left was drastic! I have a little one and I plan on using this nursery again.

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Lucie Reid
8 years ago

Fantastic nursery, warm, friendly and rated OUTSTANDING 2017

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Inspection history

Date: January 2020

  • July 2023Good
  • June 2023Good
  • February 2020Good
  • January 2020Outstanding

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