Open 7.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday / Fully inclusive service
Our nursery provides excellent care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
At West Downs Day Nursery in Winchester the warm and welcoming environment ensures that your child’s individual needs are prioritised and their interests nurtured.
Children’s days are packed full of activities designed in line with EYFS principles and implemented by our highly trained and knowledgeable staff.
All children have daily access to this fantastic facility as we fully recognise the impact that being outdoors has on a child’s social, emotional and physical development. The children enjoy planting vegetables and tasting their produce, served by our dedicated Nursery Chef.
If you are looking for a warm and welcoming environment for your child, West Downs Day Nursery in Winchester can offer you just that. Our team of professional nursery practitioners believe that every child is a unique and we focus on each of their individual interests and needs, ensuring these are completely prioritised; supporting them as they investigate the world in their own special way. We always want the best for all our children, families, and our team, which is why our highly trained and knowledgeable colleagues are here to support you and offer the very best childcare.
Our fees include all activities, formula milk, nappies, nappy cream, baby wipes, sun cream, freshly prepared, and nutritionally-balanced meals and snacks throughout the day.
We use Sing and Sign and run Boogie Mites sessions throughout the week for all age groups.
As an eco-nursery and accredited Green Flag Award holder, we are committed to sustainability and environmental education. Our children take part in a year-round curriculum of green activities, including recycling projects, growing and caring for seasonal vegetables, nature exploration, and learning how to protect the world around them.
Additionally, parents will have ‘free to use’ access to our exclusive parent website and App – childbase@home – offering a full range of bespoke books, on-line experiences and parent workshops and masterclasses run by industry professionals including SEND, behaviour management, first aid and speech & language.
West Downs Student Village, Romsey Rd, Winchester SO22 5HT
Thank you for your interest in our nursery.
I joined Childbase in 2016, having worked in Early Years since 2012, starting as an apprentice and progressing through to Nursery Manager. I hold a Level 3 in Early Years, a Level 3 in SEND, and I am also a Mental Health First Aider.
If you have any questions about the nursery please do not hesitate to contact me at any point.
Ren Norman-Greer – Manager
Our nursery provides a safe and welcoming environment for children and families. Our indoor spaces and garden areas provide children with opportunities to explore, play and enjoy time outside as part of their daily routine.
Our Caterpillar room is for our youngest children. Each child is supported by a dedicated Key Person who builds a strong bond with both you and your child. They provide consistency and familiarity throughout the day, helping to follow your child’s home routine as closely as possible. We also begin to support early language, understanding and social development.
In our Ladybird room, we focus on developing children’s language, social and physical skills. As language grows quickly at this stage, we work closely with you to support this both at home and in nursery. We also encourage independence and help children to make their own choices with confidence.
In our Bumblebees room, we focus on developing children’s language, social and physical skills. We encourage children to explore, investigate and learn through play, while building their confidence to do things for themselves. With the support of their Key Person, children develop independence, self-help skills, vocabulary and early thinking skills in a nurturing environment.
In Preschool , we focus on building children’s independence, self-care and self-esteem. We continue to develop language, communication and vocabulary, while supporting learning through play. Through our Ready, Steady, Grow programme, children are prepared for school with early phonics and more structured small group learning.
If the place you require is available, we will confirm this in writing and provide you with a registration form to complete. At this stage, we will also request a non-refundable £50 administration fee and 50% of the first month’s fees. Flexible payment options are available and we would be happy to discuss these with you.
If a place is not currently available, we will add your child to our waiting list and keep you informed of any changes.
As your child’s start date approaches, we will arrange settling-in sessions. These sessions give you and your child the opportunity to meet their Key Person and spend time together in their room, helping your child feel comfortable and confident in their new environment. They also allow us to get to know your family and ensure we can provide the best possible care.
If you have any questions at any point, or would like to arrange a nursery tour if you haven’t already, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
West Downs offers a calm, supportive environment where children are encouraged to learn through play and guided early years education.
The nursery follows the EYFS framework, combining structured activities with child-led exploration to support holistic development.
Yes, children benefit from regular access to outdoor spaces that encourage movement, exploration, and creativity.
Yes, freshly prepared meals and snacks are provided daily as part of the nursery’s all-inclusive care model.
Staff prioritise emotional security and consistent routines, helping children feel safe, confident, and settled throughout the day.
