YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor

Fairthorne Manor, Botley Road, Curdridge, Southampton SO30 2GH
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Angela Clayton (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Registered Charity Number

  • 1090981

Total Places for Children

  • 128

Age Range

  • from 0 years 4 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day Care (Includes mid-morning snack, hot lunch, afternoon snack & consumables) 8am to 6pm £78.75
    Morning Session (Includes mid-morning snack, hot lunch & consumables) 8am to 1pm £50.70
    Afternoon Session (Includes afternoon snack & consumables) 1pm to 6pm £48.40

  • Please contact our team if you have any enquiries

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 & 1 week at Christmas
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YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor Reviews (27)

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YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor has a Review Score of 7.6 (7.622) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor has 27 reviews.

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Review from Kim W (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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 from Hayley P (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Honestly, the best staff and preschool, really kind and friendly, and my little one who has just gone to school really grew in spirit and learning there; he was also speech delayed, and they helped him develop this and greatly improve. My youngest has recently started, and it was clear from the first
day that although it was a new environment, he felt secure and cared for. The trees, walks, campfires with melted marshmallows and outdoor play areas make this setting a wonderful place to send little ones, and I have to say, they did more online learning for the children in the first lockdown than my eldest sons junior school did. Excellent preschool!
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Review from Neil M (Father of Child) published on 1 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter was very nervous when starting in Foxes but she loves her days there, her comment of "I can't wait to go to bed so I can go to Foxes in the morning" made me realise she is in the right place. My only regret is that I did not send her to Fairthorne earlier. Thank you all so much you all do
such a fantastic job.
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Review from Tanya S (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An amazing nursery with dedicated staff who genuinely care for the children and make learning fun. The long walks, messy play, baking, stories and camp fires are just some of the fun daily activities. I personally cannot recommend this nursery enough. If you want your child to come home happy and smiling
then this is where they need to go!
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Review from Fergus T (Father of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing. We have had two children go to Fairthorne, the youngest from Rabbits Room to Foxes. It’s just an incredible place for a child to develop and be a child. We love the space and the activities - but the best thing is the ethos and caring nature of all the staff. A great place for a little person
to develop and thrive.
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Review from Catherine D (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been with the nursery since she turned ten-months-old and she is now just about to turn four. Having progressed through all three of the rooms, we can confidently say that every staff member we've ever had contact with, has been supportive and enthusiastic in helping us to develop our
daughter into the kind, confident and independent little lady she is today. She looks forward to attending the nursery to see her friends and loves being able to have adventures outside, whatever the weather. She's learned to walk and talk here and when we noticed she had a slight speech issue, at age three, the nursery contacted a speech therapist to work with us all to help correct these issues, before she started school. This has now all but been corrected over just a few months, despite being in the middle of a pandemic. The facilities available on the grounds are exceptional, and our daughter has enjoyed sailing on a boat in the river, zip-lining and using the bouncy pillow, amongst other great activities.
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Review from Kristin T (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor is just fantastic and an experience that can't be matched elsewhere. The outdoor space is amazing and the kids get to take part in lots of great outdoor activities, including boating on the river - plus lots of campfires and marshmallows. As keyworkers, I can't put into
words how amazing the team have been this year - it has been overwhelming - their kindness and dedication to the children's wellbeing - especially during the uncertainty of the first lockdown. The food is great - our daughter eats better than us (pulled pork tacos anyone?) and Fairthorne Manor is amazing value compared to other locations. Our youngest will be going to school this September and it will be sad for us that she is leaving - but she and her sister will be back for the amazing Daycamps in the holidays. Thank you so very much, Team Purple.
Reply from Naomi Gatland, Manager at YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is always a really emotional time when our foxes leave us for school and we love hearing how they are getting on.
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Review from Katy S (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is absolutely fabulous and I can’t recommend it enough. I have been so delighted with how my daughter has settled in and she loves the staff so much. They’re all so friendly and obviously care about the children. She is always outside and doing fun things and loves going.
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Review from Simon D (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 2-year-old son currently attends YMCA Fairthorne Manor and it’s fair to say he loves it. From the very first viewing, he was made to feel very welcome and has since grown to love his 2/3 times a week full-day sessions. The Nursery benefits from a superb location with the emphasis on getting fully
involved with the outdoor settings, whether it be the huge open green spaces, woodland or river. The staff are truly exceptional and we feel so happy to be leaving him in their very capable care. I find they always remember the little things that are going on, both with him and us, which adds to that personal touch. He always comes home in a bubbly, happy mood which says it all - and its fair to say we have noticed him making big developmental strides over the past year. We would have no concerns with recommending the Nursery to anyone and look forward to our son's development over the next few months.
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Review from Rebecca N (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter currently attends Foxes (the pre-school room within the nursery). During the Covid pandemic, the nursery has been exceptional in the way that it has continued to run, keeping the environment as 'normal' as possible for the children and keeping them entertained, educated and most importantly,
running around and playing in the huge outdoor spaces around the nursery site. My daughter loves going to Foxes every week - she has thrived and the staff really take their time to get to know every child there; everyone is so welcoming and energetic; how they do that with tens of children in their care every day, I have no idea. My son is 8 now and still has so many fond memories of being a Fox. Fairthorne gives the children such a great start in life. I'm really going to miss it when school time arrives in September.
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Review from Kim H (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is exceptional and so supportive. Taking in and looking after my daughter straight after her coming out of her Spica cast from DDH. She has developed so much being with the team and the other kids and even started taking her first steps, now running around. Everyone from the admin, management
and ladies in the room do an amazing job. I can't thank them enough, my daughter loves this nursery. Thank you.
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Review from Jessica H (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has just completed his second week at Fairthorne. He's seven months and not sitting independently so needs a lot of support.
I am so impressed by the team at Fairthorne, his first day was pretty traumatic for me and I was updated with his progress throughout the day. I felt comfortable immediately
and haven't worried since! The handovers have been excellent, the team are always happy and friendly and it's clear my son has settled in well and enjoys his days with them.
Thank you for making this transition so easy and keep being excellent!
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Review from Natalie (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A friend recommended this nursery to me and well I couldn’t be more grateful. The choice to send my son here was the best decision I’ve ever made! Every member of staff has gone above and beyond to support my son and me in many situations and on a daily basis. My son has some extra needs and the nursery
staff could not be more accommodating, they deeply care for him and he feels safe there. He loves to be there and has built such strong relationships! The progress in his abilities since he started has absolutely soared and his confidence now is amazing! My son started in September 2017 and after 2 years shall be finishing in July this year, we will be very sad to say goodbye as he starts his next adventure in school but we will be forever grateful to this nursery and all the wonderful staff for giving him the best start possible!
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Review from Louise H (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love this nursery, brilliant activities for children they can explore the grounds on daily walks safely without the worry of cars! Many other nurseries rarely take children on trips so the fact that there are lots of grounds for them to explore is brilliant! The transition from the toddler room to
the preschool room was very supportive, the key worker going with my son for his visits, plus they share the garden anyway so that eased the transition. The staff are amazing, so supportive always make sure they give a handover, very attentive. Staff are always approachable. They are always occupied with activities with the children too and it never seems hectic even though it is a very big preschool. My son is learning so much, he was talking in the bath about things that sink and things that float today and he said he'd learnt it at 'school'. Brilliant, keep up the good work guys!
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Review from Leah G (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has recently left the nursery but she had an amazing time there. She struck a real bond with her key workers and all of the other staff members and I know she felt confident and safe in their care. She took a little while to settle in when she first started but once she had she was always
really excited to go in the morning. I especially like the fact they take them on lots of walks and have lots for them to do in the gardens. They also regularly interact with different animals. I would highly recommend to anyone with adventurous children. The staff are really friendly and approachable and are very supportive of the parents' wishes.
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Review from Ellie (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my daughters attend Fairthorne Manor and they have the most amazing time within the setting. I love hearing their stories of the adventures they have on a daily basis including toasting marshmallows on the campfire, pond dipping, boat trips and bouncing on the bouncy pillow! My girls have learnt
so much about themselves in the time spent at Fairthorne and grow in confidence every day. It is a unique and special nursery and I would encourage everyone to send their children there.
Sadly my eldest is due to start school in September and I know just how much she will miss her friends and the staff there. My youngest regularly tells me her best friend is her key worker and they have such a special bond. The staff really love and care for each individual child and it’s great to be a part of the Fairthorne family.
Reply from Naomi Gatland at YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor
Thank you so much for taking the time to send this in - what a lovely read! We absolutely love having both the girls with us.
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Review from Carly K (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fairthorne is an amazing nursery and I am so happy that my sons have had the opportunity to be looked after in such a unique nursery setting. The large grounds provide a variety of outdoor learning opportunities. Rain or shine they are out and about making the most of it. It always brings a smile to
my face when I find out what they have been up to, particularly when the possibilities include boat trips, zip wires, playing on the bouncy pillow or sitting around a campfire!!


I have always found the staff to be friendly and caring, providing a relaxed and engaging atmosphere but with the appropriate measures in place to keep the children safe. Having had my children attend Fairthorne over last 7 years it has become a bit of a second home.... even when we are not at nursery, we are at the Fairthorne based events!


I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Fairthorne to others, it is wonderful and I will no doubt shed a tear when my youngest leaves for school next year, will miss it.

Reply from Jo Williams, Nursery Manager (Cover) at YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor
Hi Carly

Thank you for your review. Both your boys have made the most of all we have to offer at Fairthorne and it is their enthusiasm that encourages us to continue. Watching all the children…read more
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Review from Marlene S (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the set up of the nursery, the outdoor space is amazing and one of the main features of the nursery that persuaded us to send our son to Fairthorne Manor. The staff are great, very warm and welcoming, and the surroundings make for a great learning experience.


My son is growing

in confidence every day and that is down to all the lovely people who look after him at Fairthorne Manor.
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Review from Kim R (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fairthorne is such a great nursery for our child! I love that children are allowed outside as often as possible, and encouraged to interact with the environment. The carers and workers all seem happy and to genuinely enjoy their job. My child is happy to go to nursery and happy at pick-up, and I know
he is well cared-for at Fairthorne.
Reply from Jo Williams, Maternity Cover Manager at YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor
Thank you for your review. Your child definitely enjoys the outdoors and it sparks our enthusiasm and commitment to each child's learning and development when they are as engaged and happy in our…read more
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Review from Louise G (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fairthorne Manor is a wonderful place which I really do believe has given my little girl the best possible start.


The staff are all amazing, caring and engaging. Not just key workers but all the staff take a real interest in each child and are supportive. Kindness seems to be a real priority.


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grounds and outside facilities are amazing. Acres of open space, woodland, the Hamble, stream dipping etc.


It is such a lovely place, the way the children interact with each other is beautiful and speaks volumes. I love the glimpses I get when I drop off or pick up and on the open days.


I just cannot recommend it highly enough!

Reply from Jo Williams, Maternity cover Manager at YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor
Thank you for your review. We feel privileged being part of your daughter's learning and development, especially as we can see her gaining confidence and growing independently with each aspect of her…read more
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Current Review Score: 7.6 (7.622)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 7.6 (7.622) out of 10 for YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 1 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.0 out of 5 from 1 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.583 for YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor is calculated as follows: ( (7 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 12 Ratings = 4.583
  2. 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 3.039 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor is based on 1 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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 = 3
    2. 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 128 number of registered child places is 25.6. 1 Positive Reviews ÷ 25.6 = 0.039
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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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Frequently Asked Questions about YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor

What is the Age Range of Children that YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor accepts?

YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor Open?

YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor is open: 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.

How many Children does YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor have capacity for?

YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor has capacity for a total of 128 Children.

How far is YMCA Nursery Fairthorne Manor to the centre of Southampton?

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

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