Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing)

229-231 Botley Road, Sholing, Southampton SO19 0NL
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9.1 51 Reviews
  • Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing), Southampton
Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing) nursery is situated on Botley Road in a quiet, residential area. The setting has been recently extended and refurbished and a team of warm and experienced professionals build the children's self-esteem through a child centric ethos.

The setting constantly strives to change to the adapting needs of families. Recently, they have introduced Nature Nursery sessions in local Forestry Commission maintained woodland and a vegan menu to run alongside the usual menu of freshly cooked, wholesome meals.

Care Provided by Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Becky Jones (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 17
  • Total Places for Children
  • 80
  • 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 Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing)

  • Please see website for sessions and prices.


  • Parking
  • The nursery has its own car park.


Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing) Reviews (51)

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Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing) has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.102) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing) has 51 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy absolutely loves it at Woodberry. He talks excitedly about going to nursery and is happily ready at the door with his bag on each morning that we set off - we couldn’t ask for me.
We actually moved to Woodberry after it didn’t work out at another setting. For some reason, our little
one just wasn’t happy where he initially was and it was so hard leaving him and knowing he fretted so much. So after the decision to move, he began at Woodberry and the difference was unbelievable. Although there were a few tears at drop-offs, to begin with, within weeks he was completely settled and happily waving us off. He now bounds into nursery chatting away and is always so excited on pick up as he tells me about his day.
The staff at Woodberry are exceptional and he has been extremely lucky to have such wonderful key workers. From eating anything to potty training going so smoothly to naps being a success, every member of staff has been so supportive. He loves it here and so do we!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are fantastic. The care they give my daughter is superb and considering she previously went to an Ofsted Outstanding nursery, I really do believe Woodberry are better. The facilities and the range of toys she has to play with are excellent, and she is shown so much care. She is developing
wonderfully and I really do see a true partnership between myself and the nursery. I recommend them to anyone looking for a day nursery!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with the care and levels of learning we have experienced with Woodberry Day Nursery from the under 2's to the pre-school. Our daughter is thriving there. She happily talks about her friends, the activities that she has done and the staff who make it all happen.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After visiting many nurseries as soon as I walked in it just felt right. Lovely staff welcome you every drop-off. My child is so happy she waves me off, there is always something new out for them to do and try.
The new outside area is great, my child loves it. Since starting at Woodberry Day Nursery
my child has grown in confidence and independence - can't fault them.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I honestly can not recommend this nursery/preschool enough, the setting is amazing and the staff are incredible, you can genuinely tell that they care for the children and love their jobs. My niece and nephew have flourished since they started and get so excited when they know its a 'school' day.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff at Woodberry Sholing have been very helpful, caring and friendly. I find that they create a good learning atmosphere for kids. My son has become more confident over the months he has been there. Thank you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful nursery since day 1 when I just came to have a look around. The impression I had then, it's still with me and I love it. Staff are wonderful, the nursery is nice, tidy and clean, which is what I am after. Any nursery I've been after visiting this one, I was comparing to Woodberry, but none
of them hit that bar as high. Me and my little girl are very happy and pleased with this nursery, staff and everything there. Not changing my mind looking for better ones, because there isn't. Thank you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has been in the under 2's room for 7 months nearly. The staff are very engaging, supportive and nurturing.
There are a variety of activities that the children do as well as having frequent opportunities to play outside in their purpose built toddler garden.
I'm never anxious about leaving
our daughter at Woodberry Sholing - she is always happy when picked up and we receive brilliant communication from her key worker about how her day has been, as well as Tapestry updates.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at Woodberry in April 2018 and settled in very quickly! She always looks forward to going to nursery and is always happy when I collect her! All staff are friendly. Highly recommended to others!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was apprehensive at first as my first child. But my daughter has settled from the get go so pleased with them. Highly recommend this nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Over the years, three of my children have attended Woodberry in Sholing. All three have been quick to settle and come home full of excitement about the activities and adventures they have been part of. They have each built a strong bond with their key people - two of whom have been the key person to
all three. I really cannot thank the team enough.

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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.102)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.102) out of 10 for Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 14 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 4.227 for Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing) is calculated as follows: ( (123 Excellents x 5) + (42 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) + (5 Poors x 2) + (17 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 203 Ratings = 4.227

  • 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 4.875 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Woodberry Day Nursery (Sholing) is based on 14 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 80 number of registered child places is 16. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 16 = 0.875

  • 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 (2)

Becky

Becky Jones

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2019

Becky started with us in February 2019, she has worked her way up and is now our manager for Sholing. Becky supports the staff in their development alongside the quality and development of the setting. Becky's passion is for supporting all children and staff to achieve their goals and for children to have the opportunity to learn in a creative and fun environment.


Zoe

Zoe Becket

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Zoe has been with the setting since July 2019. She is the setting Deputy Manager and Preschool Room Lead. Zoe is passionate about supporting the children to strive and develop to the best of their ability for their transition to school. Zoe supports the setting alongside Becky to support staff in their professional development and growth.