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Grantham Road, Eastleigh, SO50 5PU
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27 March 2025
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.
27 March 2025
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!
27 March 2025
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!
25 March 2025
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.
25 March 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
05 February 2025
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.
15 January 2025
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!
13 January 2025
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!
13 January 2025
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.
20 December 2024
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.
03 December 2024
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.
22 November 2024
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.
28 August 2024
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!
22 August 2024
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.
02 August 2024
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
02 August 2024
The girls here have gone above and beyond with my daughter and I couldn't thank them enough! She wasn't there for long but she made such close relationships with her key workers. I can't thank you girls enough, you are amazing!
Latest Reviews for First Friends Day Nursery - Eastleigh
27 March 2025
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.
27 March 2025
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!
27 March 2025
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!
25 March 2025
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.
25 March 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
27 February 2025
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.
05 February 2025
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.
15 January 2025
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!
13 January 2025
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!
13 January 2025
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.
20 December 2024
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.
03 December 2024
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.
22 November 2024
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.
28 August 2024
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!
22 August 2024
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.
02 August 2024
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
02 August 2024
The girls here have gone above and beyond with my daughter and I couldn't thank them enough! She wasn't there for long but she made such close relationships with her key workers. I can't thank you girls enough, you are amazing!