Maples Day Nursery (Winchester)

39 Hatherley Road, Winchester SO22 6RT
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9.8 142 Reviews
  • Maples Day Nursery (Winchester), Winchester
Maples Day Nursery provides high-quality childcare for the Winchester area. They have also obtained their Green Flag eco-schools award.

Their highly trained and knowledgeable practitioners implement a wide variety of structured indoor and outdoor activities designed in line with EYFS principles.   

Open from 7.30-6.30, Maples offer a fully inclusive package, perfect for busy parents.

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Care Provided by Maples Day Nursery (Winchester)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Alex Algieri (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 42
  • Total Places for Children
  • 132
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Inset Days
  • Parking

  • Free parking is available onsite.


Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) Reviews (142)

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Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.809) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) has 142 reviews.

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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The pre-school room at Maples is a large but incredibly nurturing environment, where the staff provide such understanding and care to all those who attend. The food is also thought through and healthy whilst being attractive to young kids. The admin is also organised and there is always someone to contact.
We couldn't have wished for a better start.

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Review from O G (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have two children at Maples Day Nursery - one in preschool and one in Caterpillars. They are both thriving in the nurturing, supportive environment. The staff got the extra mile and it is really appreciated - thank you.

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Review from Nuno B (Father of Child) published on 9 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter graduated today from Maples, she is starting Reception in September. We also have a son in Maples. Both of them started when they were less than one year old. This means that our daughter experienced all of the rooms.
Our overall experience has been excellent. Staff is really good and
we couldn't be happier with them and how they treat our children. The curriculum is very child-focused and is particularly strong on values. Over the years, our children's key people have been phenomenal - you can see they really live and breathe their jobs. We always liked that the nursery has a very big outside area and the children spend quite a lot of time there. They seem to have a very good grasp of the developmental needs of children and communication with parents, either through the app or by conversations at pick-up and drop-off, is really informative. We couldn't be happier.

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Review from Tom J (Father of Child) published on 24 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter started at Maples in January when she was a year old. It was a difficult transition for us all and we were the typical nervous first time parents. The staff really helped our little one settle in, and though there were some slight teething and technical issues at the beginning, made sure
we were kept up to date and most importantly gave our little girl the cuddles and attention she needed. She is now thriving, and happily potters off in the morning to see her friends and the lovely staff. It’s great knowing she gets a healthy, balanced diet and plenty of opportunity to play outside, which she loves. It’s wonderful hearing how she is getting on, and she is learning so much while she is there. We were recommended Maples by multiple friends, and now recommend it ourselves.

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Review from Lizzie K (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter started in the caterpillar room in February and she has settled in so well. She is excited to arrive in the morning and very pleased so see all the staff. The communication has been great and it’s lovely to see all the different things she gets up to during the day.

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Maples are friendly and always look at the individual needs of my little boy, ensuring the environment is catered to his interests and they clearly represent this through their detailed observations. Handovers are detailed and the meals are outstanding!

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Review from Liz W (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I could not be happier with the love, attention and care that Maples give my little boy. His key person is always there to greet him when he arrives so he almost never gets upset going in and he has the best day ever whilst he's there - I can tell, because he never wants to leave! I have to chase him
around the room to try to get him out of there at the end of the day. He has been at Maples since 7 months old and is now almost 2 and we absolutely love the staff. They are always so caring and lovely - they go out of their way to make sure that we feel supported at Maples. The food always sounds (and smells) great and is very varied and the admin staff and managers are also very good and communicative. Overall, we are so pleased we joined the Maples family!

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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 15-month-old twins started at Maples in September and have settled in really well, which is testament to the quality of care they receive. We couldn't be happier with our decision to join the Maples community.

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Review from Helen M (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Maples is a really lovely nursery! Our eldest son has been going for a few years and recently our 2nd has started and they have just been so kind, friendly and supportive. The facilities and garden are really modern and they have recently had a new playground installed which looks amazing! Staff are
really supportive and very good at responding to calls/emails so you always feel informed and confident your child is being well looked after!

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Review from David M (Father of Child) published on 13 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The caterpillar team (baby room) have been fantastic in helping our little girl settle in (and settling our nerves!). It's clear she is having plenty of fun, learning and being very well looked after. It's a great friendly team throughout the nursery.

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Review from E T (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A huge thank you to the team in the caterpillar (baby) room for the level of care and attention they've given my daughter, as she settles into the nursery. The staff at Maples are always incredibly positive and it feels like everyone knows the children very well. It is also lovely to see so many of
the same staff at the nursery as when my son attended a good few years ago.

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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My one-year-old son has recently started at Maples Nursery and my husband and I have been so impressed with how professional, warm and knowledgeable the nursery staff are. The team in caterpillars room are all incredible and provide regular updates on our son's day, both via the app and also in person
when dropping off and picking him up. The level of care is excellent and has meant that our son is really enjoying being at nursery. As first-time parents, our experience with Maples has really set our minds at ease and we know that this is the best place for our baby.

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Review from J T (Foster Parent of Child) published on 26 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot sing the praises of Maples and The Caterpillar room enough. They have made the whole thing of leaving little one so much easier to deal with. The communication is excellent from the moment you look into this place. They have gone above and beyond to make sure that little one was happy. He is
always happy to leave me and welcomes the ladies with open arms. The food that they offer him is always tasty and varied. The learning opportunities and the social and emotional support are fantastic. The room is full of varied exploration opportunities and they change things about to provide variety.
I would 100% recommend the place and couldn't be happier with the start that little one is getting in caterpillars. I can't wait to see what else he learns and explores.

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Review from E G (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) is a great nursery and our little girl has so much fun in the Caterpillar room. As a 1st time full working mum the thought of leaving your child with strangers can be extremely difficult, but the Caterpillar team could not of made my child feel more welcome and at home!
She loves her 3 day weeks and has become such a confident little girl!

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Review from Dorothee P (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) is an absolutely fantastic place to send your children. We have two boys (1 and 4) there and they love it! The staff are fantastic, they are so caring and they really keep track of how your child is doing. They spend so much time outdoors, doing brilliant activities.
The food is really good and balanced. I highly recommend it!

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Review from Tracey G (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) when she was 11 months old. She's been going there for 9 months now and absolutely loves it. They do loads of activities with the children, lots of learning and messy play and outdoor activities. The food is brilliant and really varied, my daughter
usually eats everything there even though she is fussy at home. They have regular activities for the parents to engage with and the staff are all lovely and welcoming. We have been really pleased with all aspects of it and are so happy with our choice.

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Review from Anna S (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff have been so caring throughout my daughter’s journey (from Ladybirds to Preschool), taking an interest in her interests, and building learning opportunities around them. The parent communication portal is used effectively, emails are answered promptly, and staff provide a comprehensive handover
upon collection. During Covid, effective safeguarding arrangements were in place for nursery staff to call home and check in with the children. Behaviour is managed positively, sensitively, and through a restorative approach. I have witnessed a number of staff managing incidents of behaviour with patience and consistence. The staff go the extra mile - caring for chickens, organising wonderful events (the Jubilee picnic and Halloween events were fantastic), running zoom coffee mornings and following the interests of the children. Thorough monitoring and reporting of children's progress ensures parents are kept up to date with learning goals and targets.

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Review from J D (Father of Child) published on 4 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Superb experience for the last 2 years for both our children in various classes. Caring, positive, communicative and most of all, fun. Our children love their time at Maples Day Nursery with the staff, come rain or shine. When our youngest has experienced high temperatures the staff have always shown
professionalism, excellent care and communicated at the appropriate times. Thank you.

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Review from G P (Father of Child) published on 3 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really couldn't be happier with Maples. The staff are friendly, approachable and welcoming. Opening hours are great for working parents (can drop off early and pick up late). Really like that there is a good size outdoor space and an on-site kitchen, a bonus is it's so close to the train station for
my commute.
My daughter loves going and has really bonded well with the staff and kids in her room, making some lovely friendships as well. She has really come out of her shell since she started going. They do lots of creative, messy activities that we could never do with her at home
Highly recommend Maples, a great nursery.

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff are fantastic and so friendly. They put your mind at ease when leaving your child for the first time.
My daughter loves going every day and has done since joining in 2020.
The educational activities that they put on are fantastic and they learn so much through play.
I would highly
recommend to any parent!

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.809)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.809) out of 10 for Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) 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 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 25 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 4.862 for Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) is calculated as follows: ( (259 Excellents x 5) + (35 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 297 Ratings = 4.862

  • 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 4.947 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Maples Day Nursery (Winchester) is based on 25 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 132 number of registered child places is 26.4. 25 Positive Reviews ÷ 26.4 = 0.947

  • 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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Alex

Alex Algieri

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2024

Alex is Manager at Maples Day Nursery in Winchester and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for over 20 years and with an MA in advanced Practice Early Years. Alex joined Childbase Partnership in 2024 after being in a regional role for another large chain nursery company.


What is your favourite feature of Maples?
We are so lucky as a inner city nursery to have such a large and varied outdoor space with lots of exciting opportunities to explore lifecycles and growth in the natural world.


What are you most proud of about your nursery/team?
I'm most proud about the enthusiasm and professionalism shown by the staff team. Everyone has a drive towards providing the best possible experience for our families and goes above and beyond to extol the Childbase values.


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