West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester)

Romsey Road, Winchester SO22 5HT
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9.8 114 Reviews
A purpose built day nursery, specified by Childbase to the highest quality standard. Friendly and well-established, West Downs provides a happy, sociable environment where every child is treated as an individual.

The nursery has four main bright and colourful playrooms for individual age groups with additional sleeping areas. Outside is a secure, fully enclosed garden with a well-equipped soft tarmac playground and a lawned area which includes a digging and planting area and a sensory path for exploration.

The nursery also organises regular outings as a means of extending the children's vocabulary and understanding.
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Type of Service

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

Person in charge

  • Ren Norman-Greer (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 68

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Inset Days

Parking

  • Drop off bay directly outside of the nursery.

West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) Reviews (114)

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9.8

West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) has 114 reviews.

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Review from Andrew S (Father of Child) published on 31 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child absolutely loves West Downs and we couldn't be happier with the service. The team are fantastic and did a wonderful job of making it a home from home for our little loved one. She's always excited to go in and always in a great mood when we pick up, if a little tired from all the fun! They've
helped her grow and learn and she'll really miss it and everyone there now that we have to take her out because we're moving - it's going to be really tough to find anywhere else that lives up to the high standards that West Downs have set.

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Review from Lee H (Father of Child) published on 29 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can not thank West Downs enough for the care and work they have given our child. Great rooms and outdoor space.

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Review from Isabella C (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my son started over a year ago the team were very comforting and encouraging. Since transition to Bumblebees he has connected with his key person who has supported him well through the curriculum. When I pick him up is enjoys telling me all the things he has done during the day, from arts and crafts
to climbing trees in the forest.

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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a lovely nursery who has welcomed my son with kindness. He is learning loads and the breadth of activities is huge including cooking on a weekly basis. Lovely staff who my son love. Thank you.

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Review from D J (Father of Child) published on 12 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been part for the west downs family for nearly four years. In this time we have been grateful beyond words for their care and kindness as well as their dedication to meaningful early years education. Our son is a bright but anxious boy and has had times where it has been really hard for
him to regulate his behaviour. They have gone above and beyond to create a safe and stimulating environment that is allowing him to thrive. We will miss them all so much when he goes to school in September.

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Review from H H (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

West Downs has done an amazing job at looking after my two kids. The nursery has a lovely family feel to it where all the staff know the children even if they are not in their particular room. They make a real effort to get to know each child and do so many interesting activities with them - my kids
learn so much there. All of the team are always really engaged with the children.

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Review from Sophie W (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We cannot rate West Downs highly enough. The standard of care and attentiveness shown to our son has been second to none. He is so happy at nursery and so fond of the staff in his room. He has formed genuine connections with so many of the adults as well as making some wonderful friends in his room.
The food is second to none, the environment is incredible and recently very well upgraded, and the all inclusive provision and opening hours make it such a fantastic package. Our son is absolutely thriving and has learnt so much at West Downs, and the communication between nursery & home is great so we can really reinforce his learning. We are so happy we chose West Downs!

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Review from Elise G (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

West Downs is an outstanding nursery and I couldn't be happier leaving my son in their care. All the staff are friendly and welcoming. The facilities at the nursery are great and my son does a range of activities. Whenever I pick my son up he is always happy playing outside.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at West Downs for nearly three years now, and we've been really happy with the care and the staff. She enjoys nursery and has fun and varied experiences there. The team have been flexible regarding when she moves rooms, which has been helpful to us. Overall I would recommend West
Downs. Thank you! Particular thanks to my daughter's room leader/key worker who has been lovely.

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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful experience at West Downs Nursery. Very nurturing environment, lots of time spent playing outdoors - my son loves it! Highly recommend.

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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is honestly the best, they are kind and caring with both my daughter and myself and always brighten up our days. They care for the children so much and work so hard. I will forever be grateful to the nursery with how amazing they are.

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Review from M S (Father of Child) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having had two children at West Downs we have always been hugely impressed and comfortable with the care provided to both children. Both have enjoyed the West Downs experience and made friends within a caring and supportive environment.

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Review from N C (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are really friendly and caring. Our daughter is sometimes upset on drop off and without fail the staff are attentive and speedy in coming to receive and settle her.
The environment is always clean and our daughter is well looked after. Our daughter reports having a wonderful time and the
staff are always very passionate and enthusiastic about the days on pickup. There is a good selection of toys and books as well as activities to be done inside, in the garden and in the 'forest'.

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Review from L K (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has thrived since starting nursery at West Downs in December 2022. She has developed good relationships with her her key workers, who have really taken the time to get to know her as an individual. And she has really enjoyed interacting with and getting to know her little friends. Staff
have always taken great care of her. She has a number of allergies so care has to be taken and the general environment is nurturing, supportive, encouraging development through fun.

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Review from Hannah S (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have both my daughters, 3.5 year old and 15 month old at nursery. They both love it. Each daughter has very different temperaments and the nursery staff have been adaptable to their needs which has enabled us to be confident in them enjoying their time there.

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Review from Paolo P (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son is in the Caterpillar group and he loves going to the nursery. The staff there is doing an amazing job, and we feel confident that our son is in good hands. They put a lot of effort and care into this (arguably quite challenging) job. We are especially happy with all the activities that they
organise. He usually comes home having learnt something new. We can't really think of any bad experiences we had with this nursery in the past year.

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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have 2 children at West Downs Day Nursery and they have been welcomed as unique people. The staff genuinely care about the children. One of ours has extra needs and has been included and supported. They both love the food. The transition towards school has been very well managed. The garden space
is enjoyed by both. Highly recommend!

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Review from I D (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can't recommend enough West Downs Day Nursery! (Winchester). Our son had a great time and absolutely loved the garden. We are so happy with all the help and support that we had from the lovely staff, everyone was so caring and provided professional advice while we were planning a big move. We are so
grateful for all the effort the team put in to ensure our son has a smooth transition during this difficult time. Thank you for the fantastic work, it really means a lot!

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Review from Samantha M (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had a wonderful experience at West Downs Day Nursery who have cared for both of our boys over the last four years. The staff are lovely and work hard to create a fun, educational experience for the children every day. I also appreciate that the nursery is very well-run administratively - they
are quick to respond to messages and very helpful with funding forms and family emergencies. Great support all-round!

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Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery. Very caring and all the children always look very happy there. My son loves it and always talks about what he has done that day. Lovely staff too, very thorough, always willing to help and support any requests.
Thank you!

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.829)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10 for West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.829 for West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) is calculated as follows: ( (181 Excellents x 5) + (33 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.829

  • 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 West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) is based on 18 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 68 number of registered child places is 13.6, which has been reached with 18 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.

Child Vacancies

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posted 04 Aug 2025

Places are available. Please contact our nursery for details on age groups and session availability.

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Awards / Recognitions (18)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2025

Recipient: Childbase Partnership

Date: Monday 31 Mar 2025 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: Childbase Partnership

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2023

Recipient: Childbase Partnership

Date: Friday 28 Apr 2023 More details

Meet the Team (1)

Ren

Ren Norman-Greer

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2016

Ren is the Manager of West Downs Day Nursery in Winchester and has a wealth of experience, having worked in Early Years since 2012, starting as an apprentice and progressing through to Nursery Manager. Ren holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years, a Level 3 in SEND, and is also a Mental Health First Aider.

What is your favourite feature of your nursery?
My favourite feature of the nursery is our wooded area. It lends itself to endless amounts of imaginative play and creativity.

What are you most proud of about your team?
I am most proud of my team because they are the most kind and supportive people that always go above and beyond for anyone who needs it.
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester)

What is the Age Range of Children that West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) accepts?

West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) Open?

West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) have capacity for?

West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) has capacity for a total of 68 Children.

How far is West Downs Day Nursery (Winchester) to the centre of Winchester?

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

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