First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh

Grantham Road, Eastleigh SO50 5PU
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9.9 76 Reviews
  • First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh, Eastleigh
The purpose-built nursery is located in Eastleigh, very close to the train station.

Children enjoy access to the local library and parks and enjoy feeling part of the community.

The rooms, equipment, resources and outdoor play facilities ensure that children have constant access to a wide variety of activities and areas that support their learning and development.

The nursery has two baby rooms (one for babies 3 months - 13 months, and one for babies aged 14 months - 2 years) and a large room divided for toddlers and pre-school children.

The nursery has a 'closed' group Facebook page (Family of First Friends Eastleigh) where they post their daily activities. They also have a 'General' Facebook page (First Friends Day Nurseries) where you can find out about what they are doing on a more external level.

You will be given access to an online portal, where the team post your child's updates and progress.

You can speak to your child's key worker at drop-off and pick-ups every day.

They send you a bi-monthly newsletter and annual satisfaction survey.

Care Provided by First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Faye Griffiths (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 10
  • Total Places for Children
  • 42
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh

  • AM from £43-£45 (depending on the age of the child)
    PM from £39-£41
    All day from £71.50 - £73.50


  • All prices include cooked meals, snacks and drinks.


First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh Reviews (76)

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First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.925) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh has 76 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I absolutely recommend First Friends Eastleigh! My son was totally supported by lovely members of staff when he first started until he settled and he is now looking forward to go to nursery!
The staff are trully amazing and they went the extra mile to make sure my son has a smooth transition in
settling , as he was very little when he first started. Thank you so much

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First Friends have really helped me feel at ease and comfortable with leaving my son in their care. He absolutely loves attending the nest. He has gained some great friends and relationships with the staff. I now know that he is in a safe and loving environment when he is at nursery. He is absolutely
thriving, the staff ensure his needs are met and he is always participating in great activities which help with his development. Overall I could not have expected any more from First Friends, their collective efforts are transparent and offer a fantastic service for children and their families.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is still struggling to settle into toddler room and can still become quite distressed. The staff are always there to comfort him and communicate with me about activities he might enjoy to try and occupy him. This is starting to work and we can see an improvement already!
When he does become
upset the staff are always ready to support and comfort him when he needs it and also understand his past trauma and issues with food. He will happily go to the staff and key person for a cuddle when either happy or sad and to know he knows they will comfort him when I am not present is very reassuring and appreciated!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending first friends Eastleigh since she was 6 months old. They are an incredible setting with the most amazing staff. My daughter thoroughly enjoys her days at nursery so much so that even though we have moved we still travel all the way to Eastleigh for her to attend and will
be doing so with her younger sister too when the time comes. A real home from home feel and the staff treat the children like they would their own. I breath easy knowing my daughter is taken care of to the highest standard. I wouldn't trust anyone else. Well done all, you all do a fabulous job day in day out and I can't thank you enough!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hi little boy started with first friends after I got a new job and needed nursery hours. He had been at another local setting previous to this. He has settled in really well, he would cry and scream when going to his old setting but he cannot wait to go to first friends! I feel comfortable that he is
being well looked after and that is so so important! He also was non verbal but since starting he has really come on with his speech, overall I made the best decision in changing childcare providers and looking forward to see what the next few years bring.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery. Her confidence has grown and has made some friends ready to start her next chapter at primary school. The lovely staff there have been encouraging and supportive throughout her journey at first friends. She's provided with healthy, balanced food for snacks
and lunch and is encouraged to brush her teeth after each meal. She's learnt through role plays, reading, crafts and more. I'd recommend this nursery to any prospective parents.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone who works here are amazing, they always go above and beyond and listen to anything you have to say. They do great work with the kids, including mine, could not thank them enough. Best decision I ever made was choosing this nursery and pre-school for my kids. Clean, friendly and inviting environment,
the kids have come leaps and bounds since attending here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at the First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh earlier this year and we already love it. The staff are amazing and show they really care. I have recommended this nursery a few times already because I love the size of it and love the fact the manager doesn't just know the children by name
but she also knows their individual interests. The tight niche of this nursery is what sold it for me. Two staff members in particular are amazing in the nest and my son has settled so well with them both. We also love to see another staff member some mornings. I used to work in childcare myself but this nursery feels so homely and we're always welcomed with kindness. I highly recommend First Friends Eastleigh. Thank you all for making this transition effortless.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a first time father, I dreaded the day sending my son off to nursery. From the very first visit to the latest pick up, I have always found the staff genuine and sincere, no matter who comes out to greet me. You always hear horror stories and just the bad things that supposedly go on at nurseries,
but the overall feeling is my son is safe and well looked after. What has been most pleasing is how well they describe his day and they really make time for conversation for any concerns I may have without shutting me down.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn't recommend this nursery enough, all the staff have been absolutely brilliant. My son is currently non verbal and they have been so brilliant when it's come to trying to understand his way of communicating. Looking forward to when my daughter starts at the end of February.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending First Friends Nursery (Eastleigh) for almost 4 months now, and we've had a wonderful experience. The staff are nurturing, professional, and create a warm, supportive environment. The learning activities are engaging and have helped my daughter grow socially and academically.
The facilities are clean and well-equipped, and communication with parents is excellent. I highly recommend First friends nursery to any parent looking for a safe and enriching place for their child.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

First Friends Nursery has been a fantastic choice for our child. The staff truly do care for the needs of each child. We get regular updates about our child's development and what they have been up to. Our child very much looks forward to nursery and gets excited about going which in itself speaks volumes. I
have nothing but praise and admiration for the staff at First Friends Nursery. They truly are such a delightful and welcoming bunch. She has a fantastic time and loves coming every day she's here. Thank you!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First Friends Eastleigh is full of happy cheerful nursery workers and it is a delight to have my son attend there! There is a wonderful outside area and the nest for the little ones is so cozy. I highly recommend!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really pleased with how my son has settled in at nursery and we have really noticed a difference in how he has developed with speech and gross motor skills since he started back in September. All the staff are really supportive and keep us regularly updated on all developments. Also love that all staff
know the names of all the children as it gives off a real personal touch and investment into all the children who attend.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery. All the staff are very helpful and reassuring. My little boy really enjoys his time there. He struggled a bit at first and all the staff were so helpful at getting him settled I feel confident in their ability to give him what he needs. They feed him amazing meals that he always loves.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't be happier with our experience at First Friends. My son settled in so well after just a couple of weeks, which speaks volumes about how warm, caring, and supportive the staff are. One of the things I love most is the regular updates we receive. The nursery sends lovely pictures that capture
the fun activities and moments during his day, it's so reassuring to see how much he's enjoying himself and the variety of learning experiences they offer.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy with the nursery. The children love going and have bonded well with the staff. There is a great healthy menu and some engaging activities daily. We are very happy with our choice of nursery. I enjoy picture updates on the closed FB group.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so pleased we are able to send our youngest daughter to First Friends. Her older sister used to attend and had such a wonderful time at nursery so it's now super that it's the younger one's turn to have the fun! It's such a lovely setting, with a real family/home-from-home feel. The staff involved
in the care of my daughter are first class. They are so attentive and committed to their roles and the children, giving their best at all times. A really super nursery and it's great to be back!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My girls absolutely love going to nursery. I have no problem getting them ready in the morning because they're always so excited. They're coming on leaps and bounds in their development which is wonderful to see. The staff always give thorough handovers and I love how they are child-led and listen and
adhere to my requests. The menu is healthy so I know they're eating lots of fruit and veg. Couldn't recommend this nursery enough.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First Friends have been amazing for my daughter. She started here as her first setting when she turned 3 and she absolutely loves it! The staff are lovely and always ensure that they give you a full handover at pick up at the end of the day, and are always available over the phone, email or text if
there are any problems. Highly recommend First Friends for your little ones

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.925)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.925) out of 10 for First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh 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 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 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 4.925 for First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh is calculated as follows: ( (299 Excellents x 5) + (21 Goods x 4) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 321 Ratings = 4.925

  • 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 First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh is based on 27 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 42 number of registered child places is 8.4, which has been reached with 27 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 (1)

Faye

Faye Griffiths

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2018

My name is Faye and I am the manager at First Friends Day Nursery in Eastleigh.


I have many years experience of working in both the public and private sectors of early years.


I am passionate about the development of movement skills, which enhance cognitive, memory and thinking skills. Movement skills also build children's self-esteem and belief in themselves as they meet and conquer new challenges.


There is no better feeling than seeing the children in your care, grow in confidence and become independent, and ready for their own personal journey in life when they leave you.


I am also part of the senior management team, where I work as the group's Project Manager.


Frequently Asked Questions about First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh

What is the Age Range of Children that First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh accepts?

First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh Open?

First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh is open: Monday 07:00-19:00, Tuesday 07:00-19:00, Wednesday 07:00-19:00, Thursday 07:00-19:00, Friday 07:00-19:00.

How many Children does First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh have capacity for?

First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh has capacity for a total of 42 Children.

How far is First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh to the centre of Eastleigh?

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