CherryHarbour Nursery

St Mary's Road, Hayling Island PO11 9DD
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9.9 55 Reviews
  • CherryHarbour Nursery, Hayling Island
Cherryharbour is a purpose built nursery sharing the same site as Mengham Primary school. Cherryharbour offers working parents full or sessional day care 51 weeks a year. Nursery fees include breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea (depending upon sessions attended). Cherryharbour is funding approved and offers parents flexible funding for 2, 3 and 4 year old children (depending upon eligibility) including the 30 funded hours.

Care Provided by CherryHarbour Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Chantelle Bartholomew (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • N/A
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 17
  • Total Places for Children
  • 50
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for CherryHarbour Nursery

  • Fee's are accessible in nursery and can be discussed with management.
    Quotes can be completed to suit each enquiry and sessions you want.


  • Parking
  • There is a small free public car park, which is located down the road from the nursery.


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CherryHarbour Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10, based on 41 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time CherryHarbour Nursery has 55 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cherryharbour staff are completely dedicated and enthusiastic about ensuring the children are happy, and well cared for. They have a great range of varied activities every day and really care about rhe children's development. We are so pleased we chose Cherryharbour.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience at Cherryharbour. Our dedicated team is passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for the children, and it's wonderful to know that our efforts are making a difference.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been with cherry harbour for 2 years starting in the baby room going into the preschool, we absolutely love at all the girls in! The level of learning they provide is unbeatable. They are so friendly, warm and loving

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your little girl has had such a wonderful journey with us at Cherry Harbour. Our team takes great pride in providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment, so your kind words mean the world to us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our key worker is just lovely! She has listened and actioned any feedback, which has been very reassuring whilst he starts his journey at nursery.
I really appreciate the app where the updates come through. I'd love if they were more spread out throughout the day, not just in the morning.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you've had a reassuring experience with your key worker and that you find the app updates helpful.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love CherryHarbour Nursery. The girls are all amazing and they genuinely care for the children. Our little boy goes in smiling every day and whenever I check on the app, he's having the best time. Thank you so much for loving our baby. We knew he would be in safe hands.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the team have been amazing at helping my little one to settle and working with me to find the best solutions for him. They are nurturing, fun and truly care. We couldn't ask for more. Thank you.

Reply from Sonny, Marketing at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for such a thoughtful review! Helping your little one settle and finding the best solutions together has been a privilege. Knowing you feel supported and that we've created a nurturing and fun environment for your child means the world to us. Thank you for being part of the CherryVale family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love CherryHarbour and wouldn't go anywhere else for childcare. All of the girls are lovely and have helped my little girl settle in well.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you love Cherry Harbour and that your little girl has settled in so well. Our team is dedicated to providing the best care, and it means so much to us that you've felt supported throughout the process.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has settled in really well. He has gotten very confident since starting nursery. His speech has come on massively and his of different foods has been great. He, I think, has bonded brilliantly with one staff member in particular and a few others of the teachers which has been great to see.
I love seeing everything he gets up to and it's so comforting to see how much he loves being here.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your child has gained so much confidence and that his speech and eating habits have improved so significantly.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

One staff member in particular is lovely, my child warmed to her right away as she is very kind and patient. She keeps myself and my child's nan updated regularly at pick up and drop off which is really helpful for us.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that your child has bonded so well with our team member, and that her kindness and patience have made such a positive impact.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has absolutely loved his first few months at CherryHarbour. One staff member in particular and the team have been truly fantastic! Thank you so much!

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your child has loved his first few months at Cherry Harbour and that our team has made such a positive impact.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff have helped him build confidence so that he now feels comfortable walking in and doesn't cry. Love the photo updates, he always looks like he's having a great time. Thank you to all the staff that take such great care of him, he runs to them for cuddles so I know he's very happy here.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for sharing such heart warming feedback! We're so pleased to hear about your child's growing confidence.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

One staff member and the team are truly amazing! Staff are so supportive - the nursery have been amazing with my child settling in. We couldn't wish for a better nursery.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for your lovely feedback! It's fantastic to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our team. Supporting your child's settling-in process is always a priority, and we're thrilled to know that it's been such a success.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has settled in really well, it is so lovely to see the staff interacting and looking after her. It is clear to see how much she enjoys her time here and that is down to the staff, so thank you!

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that your child has settled in so well and is enjoying her time at the nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really happy with everything, I've had two children who've attended and both have loved it. All of the staff are lovely and very flexible to extra days and hours etc.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear that both of your children have enjoyed their time with us. It's wonderful to know that you've found our team to be friendly and accommodating to your needs.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A fantastic nursery that caters for our little girl's needs and development. Caring and friendly staff make for a harmonious feel where play and adventurous learning allow children to thrive. My little girl has built excellent relationships with all the staff and other children and always comes away
with a big smile on her face. Couldn't ask for anymore from the overall satisfaction and I would highly recommend to anyone thinking on sending their child here.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you so much for your glowing review! It's wonderful to hear how happy your little girl is and how much she's thriving at the nursery. We're delighted that she's building such great relationships and enjoying her learning adventures.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really happy with how our child has been growing in confidence and his development has come along really well. He talks about all the things he does at nursery and how he enjoys it. We are also a bit jealous when we see what he has for lunch each day.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! It's so encouraging to hear about your child's growing confidence and development


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has settled so well since joining CherryHarbour Nursery. We cannot thank the staff enough, one member of staff in particular has been fantastic. Our child enjoys all aspects of the nursery and they have been great with her development.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for sharing such positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that your child has settled in so well and is thriving at Cherry Harbour Nursery.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very pleased with the nursery and feel they are very caring and attentive. The staff go above and beyond to help and support our needs with chosen hours. Very friendly and happy environment.

Reply from Jennifer OShea, Customer Experience Team Leader at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you're pleased with the nursery and the care we provide. Creating a friendly, happy, and supportive environment is at the heart of what we do, and it's wonderful to know that our flexibility and attentiveness have made a positive difference for your family.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The level of care our daughter receives at CherryHarbour Nursery by far exceeds our expectations. Every member of staff goes above and beyond to ensure they capture every child's imagination, provide varied activities and provide the enrichment every child requires. Our daughter has attended since 7
months old and her development has always been advanced by attending CherryHarbour.

Reply from Weronika Gacek, Deputy Manager at CherryHarbour Nursery

It is truly wonderful to read your review! We are very grateful for your kind words and delighted that we have made such a significant impact. Thank you for your appreciation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely thrilled with this nursery! My daughter loves it, and I couldn't be happier with the care and attention she receives. The staff are simply amazing - warm, nurturing, and genuinely invested in every child's development. From the moment we walk through the door, we feel welcomed and at ease,
knowing she's in safe hands. The activities are engaging, the environment is clean and stimulating, and it's clear the team goes above and beyond to create a happy, supportive space. It's everything we could hope for in a nursery - fantastic in every way! Highly recommend!

Reply from Weronika Gacek, Deputy Manager at CherryHarbour Nursery

We are delighted to hear such an amazing review! We love to hear parent feedback and all the staff here are grateful for your kind words!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely nursery, my son has settled in well and I can clearly see from the pictures we see via the app that he has lots of fun. I am grateful to all of the staff for looking after him and being a comfort to him.

Reply from Sonny, Marketing at CherryHarbour Nursery

Thank you for such a sweet review! We're so glad your son has settled in and is having fun at nursery. Seeing him enjoy his time through the app's pictures is a delight for us too - capturing those moments is part of what makes our job so special. We're grateful for your trust in our team to comfort and care for him. It's a pleasure to have him with us!


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.884)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10 for CherryHarbour Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 41 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 41 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.884 for CherryHarbour Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (440 Excellents x 5) + (43 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 490 Ratings = 4.884

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for CherryHarbour Nursery is based on 41 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 50 number of registered child places is 10, which has been reached with 41 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (17)

Chantelle

Chantelle Bartholomew

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2014

My name is Chantelle. I am the Nursery Manager.
I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Childcare. I joined Cherry Childcare in June 2014 and have experience with all age ranges being a room leader in Babies, Little Learners and the Pre-school rooms. I am the nursery Designated Safeguarding Lead. I am trained in Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour, Mental Health, Level 2 Food Hygiene and many more.


Weronika

Weronika Gacek

Job Title: Nursery Deputy Manager

Joined: 2019

My name is Weronika, also known as Ron. I am the Nursery Deputy Manager.
I hold a BA Hons in Early Childhood Studies (Level 6) and have a Level 3 Special Educational Needs. I joined Cherry Childcare in May 2019 and have experience with all age ranges, previously being the Little Learners and Pre-school Room Leader. I am the nursery Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. I am trained in Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour, Level 2 Food Hygiene and many more.


Katie

Katie Fitzpatrick

Job Title: Toddlers Room Leader/Third In Charge

Joined: 2014

My name is Katie. I am the Room Leader of the Toddlers room and the nursery third in charge.
I have been at CherryHarbour since June 2014. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Sophie

Sophie Ellis

Job Title: Pre-school Room Leader

Joined: 2022

My name is Sophie. I am the Pre-school Room Leader.
I have been at CherryHarbour since June 2022. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Jamie

Jamie McGraw

Job Title: Baby Room Leader

Joined: 2021

My name is Jamie. I am the Baby Room Leader.
I have been at CherryHarbour since May 2021. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Zoe

Zoe Cotsworth

Job Title: Senior Practitioner

Joined: 2020

My name is Zoe. I am a Senior Practitioner and the Nursery SENCo.
I have been at CherryHarbour since January 2020. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Eleanor

Eleanor Davis

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2022

My name is Ellie. I am an Early Years Practitioner.
I have been at CherryHarbour since March 2022. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Lacey

Lacey Hewitt

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2021

My name is Lacey. I am an Early Years Practitioner.
I have been at CherryHarbour since December 2021. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 Food Hygiene, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Jasmine

Jasmine Baker

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2019

My name is Jasmine. I am an Early Years Practitioner.
I have been at CherryHarbour since September 2019. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Chloe

Chloe Saunders

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2023

My name is Chloe. I am an Early Years Practitioner.
I have been at CherryHarbour since January 2023. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Managing Children’s Behaviour.


Megan

Megan Colvill

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Joined: 2024

My name is Mia. I am an Early Years Practitioner.
I have been at CherryHarbour since June 2024. I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour.


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Erin Rackstraw

Job Title: Nursery Apprentice

Joined: 2022

My name is Erin. I am an Apprentice in the Baby Room.
I have been at CherryHarbour since September 2022. I am currently studying for my Level 3 Qualification. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Managing Children’s Behaviour.


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Caitlin Foran

Job Title: Nursery Apprentice

Joined: 2022

My name is Caitlin. I am an Apprentice in the Toddlers room.
I have been at CherryHarbour since December 2022. I am currently studying for my Level 3 Qualification. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Managing Children’s Behaviour.


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Mia Hearne

Job Title: Nursery Apprentice

Joined: 2025

My name is Mia. I am an Apprentice in the Pre-school room.
I have been at CherryHarbour since January 2025. I am currently studying for my Level 3 Qualification.


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Dawn Williamson

Job Title: Nursery Chef

Joined: 2023

My name is Dawn. I am the chef.
I hold a Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene and also a Level 3 Qualification in Childcare. I joined Cherry Childcare in January 2023. I am trained in Paediatric First Aid, Early Years Allergy Awareness and many more.


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Ella Trumper

Job Title: Nursery Bank Team

Joined: 2020

My name is Ella. I am the Nursery Bank Team Member.
I have been at CherryHarbour since October 2020 and I support all rooms across the nursery.
I hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years. My other training includes Paediatric First Aid, Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Managing Children’s Behaviour.


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Sarah Blackburne

Job Title: Bank Team Member

Joined: 2024

My name is Sarah. I am the Nursery Bank Team Member.
I joined Cherryharbour in July 2024 and I support all rooms across the nursery.
My training includes: Paediatric First Aid, safeguarding and health and safety.


Frequently Asked Questions about CherryHarbour Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that CherryHarbour Nursery accepts?

CherryHarbour Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is CherryHarbour Nursery Open?

CherryHarbour Nursery is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does CherryHarbour Nursery have capacity for?

CherryHarbour Nursery has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is CherryHarbour Nursery to the centre of Hayling Island?

2.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.