YMCA Fairthorne Group | 7 Day Nurseries

Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from I M (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son has attended since he was 17 months old and I can't fault them. He has additional needs, and they've gone over and above to understand his needs and accommodate for them. The outdoor space, especially the grasshoppers garden, is huge and such a great place to play. The staff are friendly and

warm, and develop genuine relationships with the children. My son has been so happy there and I wish he didn't have to leave to start school in September!

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Eastleigh
from Mark M (Father of Child) published on 2 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our daughter went to YMCA Eastleigh first in Toddlers and then in Preschool. The staff were fantastic from the start, helping to ease her in gently as she was very nervous at first. She soon made really good connections with the staff, who clearly put in time and effort to get to know her. The staff

were very helpful and communicative, letting us know what our girl had been up to, and giving detailed feedback at parent's evenings and via the app. The resources and activities were great - she received a lot of stimulation, and in particular, was helped with a speech impediment, and became much more chatty over time. The meals were good, too, and it's a lovely, new, purpose-made, small-and-cosy setting: just three rooms - babies, toddlers, preschool, with a shared garden full of toys and adventure equipment. To top it all, they put on a lovely 'graduation' ceremony for the leavers. Such an excellent nursery, we wholeheartedly recommend it!

Reply from Ross Owen, YMCA Team at YMCA Nursery Eastleigh

Such a beautiful review, Thank you so much. We treat all our little ones with the love and care they deserve and love having her as a part of our YMCA Family. We wish her all the best in her next 'big girl' steps.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor
from Kim W (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son has been here since he was 11 months old, he has absolutely thrived due to the care he receives from the outstanding staff. He has additional needs which have been met at every stage, the girls who have looked after him have always gone above and beyond to make sure his needs are met and that

he is happy. He gets so excited when we arrive at nursery and I think would happily stay with them longer if he could. He loves the outside space and the walks they go on, along with the variety of activities which take place inside too.
I really can't thank the team enough for the hard work they put in to make the children happy!

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Andover
from Oliver H (Father of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report

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Excellent staff, they all do incredible work at the nursery. They have helped my son transition and manage him perfectly from babies to the toddler group. I have seen him grow and develop amazingly and forever thankful to the staff.

Reply from Sophie Packer, Digital Marketing Co-ordinator at YMCA Nursery Andover

Thank you, Oliver, for your lovely review for the Andover team.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from J A (Grandmother of Child) published on 20 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Although we are incredibly happy with the Nursery and the staff are lovely. My Grandson loves going to Nursery. The thing that is most frustrating to nearly all parents I meet waiting is the time it takes to drop off and pick up. 1 child taken and brought out at a time is ridiculous. Each time I have

picked my Grandson up I have waited for on average 20 to 25mins. Parents get frustrated especially when a child is brought out then the staff stand and chat with the parent for several minutes before going for another. Can this please be looked into? Many Thanks.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery New Milton
from Clarice B (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son started at YMCA 7 months ago and he has come on leaps and bounds with his development. I’m kept up to date with all that he is doing (including photos and videos) whilst he’s there via the app which is very reassuring, particularly in the beginning when you are feeling worried about leaving them!

On top of this, he has an allocated key worker who also keeps me up to date on drop-offs and pick-ups! I also recently attended a parent's evening which I thought was a lovely touch! The staff are all so friendly, it really is a lovely little nursery! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for help with childcare!

Reply from Sophie Packer, Digital Marketing Co-ordinator at YMCA Nursery New Milton

Thank you for your review! We will be passing your lovely feedback over to our New Milton Nursery team, they appreciate it a lot.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from A F (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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The nursery are absolutely amazing with my little girl! Her confidence has grown massively since starting nursery in January! They are always updating me on how her days are going and if anything new happens! My little girl gets so excited to go in and will go in with open arms to them, some mornings

completely forgetting to say 'bye' to me! They are absolutely amazing.

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Newport

Hello! Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is great to hear that your daughter is growing in confidence since attending our nursery! Your feedback has been passed over to the team.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from Stephanie C (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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I have both of my children at YMCA Nursery Newport and they have thrived there. They are more than happy to go into nursery, the children are so well cared for. All the staff are so welcoming and my children have built lovely relationships with all of them.

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Newport

Hello! Thank you for your review! We will be passing your lovely feedback over to our Newport Nursery team, they appreciate it a lot.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from Andrew H (Father of Child) published on 12 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our little one thoroughly enjoys going to the nursery and the interaction she has with people there. Staff are friendly and very helpful. This is not a negative comment; the nursery needs longer hours. I know a few other people that would use the hours if they became available, considering it's close

to the hospital and the amount of shift workers there are. I would suggest a poll and ask clients.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from Rebecca R (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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I currently have 2 children at the nursery, one of which has additional health requirements and I can honestly say they have been both supportive and understanding, whilst also providing excellent care. Both my children are absolutely thriving and I truly believe this is down to the fantastic environment

they provide. I feel like they look after them like they were their own and never have any doubts leaving them there.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from Debbie P (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My little boy has been going to YMCA since he was 9 months old and is now nearly 3. We cannot fault the setting at all, they have been amazing and have made sure my little boy thrives. They do a lot of outdoor play and go on walks to the forest and duck pond. He is now in the ladybird room and all the

girls are fantastic, there is great communication and my boy adores them! Highly recommend this nursery!

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Newport
from S R (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son attends the YMCA and has done since he was 1 year old, he’s nearly 3 and still struggles at drop off - needing lots of reassurance and kindness to settle. His key workers in both bumblebees and ladybirds have been instrumental in developing his confidence and to see him thrive and hear him talk

about his key workers so positively has been joyful. I get regular updates through the app they use so I know that even if he’s been tearful at drop off, 5 minutes later he’s happily playing and laughing. The staff are so patient, kind and caring. I cant recommend them enough. The learning and play he achieves at nursery and applies at home is amazing to see, and he only attends one morning a week!

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Eastleigh
from Samantha C (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Lovely setting and really friendly staff. Great outdoor space. Lovely activities are planned throughout the week, and I really enjoy seeing pictures and observations on the app. Would be nice to have more parent-involvement Eg. Play and stay sessions for parents to come in for an hour and play. Or breakfast/tea

with parents once a term. Parents to come in a read stories on World Book Week? Also sometimes in the wet weather parents are stood waiting for long periods at drop off or collection. (I waited almost 20mins in the pouring rain with a newborn while queuing to collect my child) could we not wait in the cafe (which is closed for the evening pick up) when the weather is very wet? Better for staff, parents and children.
(Can't comment on cleanliness as never allowed in setting)

Reply from Kelly Clark, Marketing Manager at YMCA Nursery Eastleigh

Thank you for your honest review and feedback Samantha, we will pass this on to the Nursery team as you've made some lovely suggestions.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Andover
from H H (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Really well-deserved ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted Report!
Always knew this nursery was the one!
My daughter goes in Happy and comes out Happy!
My son is also due to start when I return back to work after maternity leave!
I have no problems or concerns, and I cannot wait to watch both my children thrive

in a place they love!

Reply from Eileen Isherwood Adams, Manager at YMCA Nursery Andover

Thank you for this wonderful review; it's lovely to read that our little ones are happy and enjoying their time here at the YMCA Andover.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Andover
from Monique S (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our first child (daughter) went to the nursery when it first opened and she had such a wonderful time there. She had built strong, secure relationships with some of the staff there and she still absolutely loves it there, despite leaving a few years ago now. So when we had another baby, there was no

question about where we would send him because they are all so lovely and caring at the YMCA. The experience we have had there is welcoming and caring. Our boy, who is now in the baby room, loves it there and the teachers are amazing.

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Andover

Thank you for your review of our Andover nursery! We are very happy to hear that you have had a wonderful experience with our Andover team! I will be passing over your kind words!

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Andover
from Louise L (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Amazing staff and nursery. Honestly cannot fault anything. My daughter loved her time and misses the team very much. The outside space is fantastic and the children are always outside. They really work hard preparing the children for school.

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Andover

Thank you for your review of our Andover Nursery! We are very happy to hear that you have had a wonderful experience with our Andover team! I will be passing over your kind words!

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Eastleigh
from A V (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son has been attending the nursery since the summer of last year. He started in the baby room and it was such a great experience and start to our first-ever nursery experience. The care and empathy were to such a high standard. He is now in the toddler room and has such a lovely bond with his key

worker. He often speaks of him at home and the other teachers. He always comes home looking like he had a great time! My only flaws in this setting are, we never see the manager, I understand the drop-off and pick-ups are outside but it would be nice to make contact with the manager once in a while. And the other is, the menu really lacks quality and my child often will come home hungry. Other than this, we are really happy with this setting and look forward to seeing our son grow throughout his nursery journey.

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Eastleigh

Thank you for your review of our Eastleigh Nursery! Glad to hear your son is having a great time at our nursery!

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Andover
from Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 15 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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The YMCA Nursery is simply the best!
I have 2 children here and I couldn’t think of a better place for them to be.
The staff are fantastic and really understand each individual child and what they need to progress to the next stage of their development.
One of my children has SEN and they have been

outstanding in supporting his development, tracking his attainment and putting targets in place to support him. He always comes home telling us what a fantastic day he has had, the friends he has made and all the delicious food he has eaten.
The environment is well thought out, inviting, engaging and motivating.
They also offer a breakfast club which is great for working parents.
Childcare is expensive wherever you go but I trust the YMCA wholeheartedly with my children.
I would recommend them to all parents in Andover, thank you YMCA!

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Andover

Thank you so much for taking the time to write up this lovely review of our nursery. It is always a pleasure to receive such a rewarding review for the nursery as the staff love what they do and deserve all the recognition.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Eastleigh
from Claire H (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our son has attended YMCA Eastleigh for the past year and a half, he started in the baby room and is currently in toddlers. He settled in right away and sometimes it's hard to get him to leave! All of the staff have been amazing, they are friendly and approachable and build such strong relationships

with the children. It's also nice to see male members of staff. They have helped him immensely with his speech and I love that my son gets a wide variety of meals and eats so much better than he does at home. I would recommend this nursery to anyone!

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Eastleigh

Thank you so much for taking the time to write up this lovely review of our Eastleigh Nursery. It is always a pleasure to receive such a rewarding review for the nursery as the staff love what they do and deserve all the recognition.

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Review of
YMCA Nursery Andover
from H W (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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YMCA is a fantastic nursery and I couldn’t wish for a better place for my daughter. The staff are all so caring, kind and they are a big part of the reason that she has developed into such a confident happy little girl. Any concerns have always been dealt with appropriately and fairly.

Reply from Georgia Ellison, Recruitment Coordinator at YMCA Nursery Andover

Thank you so much for taking the time to write up this lovely review of our nursery. It is always a pleasure to receive such a rewarding review for the nursery as the staff love what they do and deserve all the recognition.

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