Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge

Stubbington Lodge, 45 Stubbington Avenue, Portsmouth PO2 0HP
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  • Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge, Portsmouth
Built in the early 1900s and previously a family home, Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge has been refurbished to create a modern, natural, light and spacious nursery.

Inside, each room has been carefully planned to provide an engaging environment for children to flourish. Learning starts with the development of sensory skills, progressing through a variety of age-appropriate activities to extend all areas of learning. The older children are encouraged to develop their personalities and improve their independence skills; through self-serving at mealtimes and choosing their own learning.

The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.

The children enjoy the outdoor space all year round. This space includes a sand pit, mud kitchen, water tray and climbing wall.                

Stubbington Lodge is situated near shops, libraries and parks, providing the children the opportunity to visit and learn about the local community.
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Funding & Fees

Full Day Session £73.90

A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place. Exact days of attendance should be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability

Contact Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge to get a personalised quote.

Contact Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge to get a personalised quote.

Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kayleigh Somers (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 13

Total Places for Children

  • 46

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

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 & Christmas

Parking

  • There is off street parking available.

Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge Reviews (78)

9.7

Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.703) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge has 78 reviews.

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Review from Joanna P (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended this nursery for almost a year now. He loves going to nursery and regularly asks to go on days he’s not due to attend.
The care shown to our son by the staff has always been exceptional, they really seem to know each child well.


The children participate in a variety of activities

each day as well as spending time in the garden and trips out. Feedback about each child is given to parents at the end of the day.


Our son's speech and language development and social skills, in particular, have improved massively since being here and we’re happy that he’ll be ready for school when the time comes.


The food is cooked on site and is always varied and nutritious. I would thoroughly recommend the nursery to others.

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Review from Gayl C (Mother of Child) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended Good Manors for over a year and are extremely happy there. They get very excited about going and the staff are amazing with them. My oldest is due to start school next week and I am amazed how ready she is to go because of the help and hard work from the staff. She
has already told me she will miss preschool but it is happy that she will still get to see the staff when collecting her brother.
My youngest is currently struggling with his speech but is getting a lot of help and support from the staff as they have put in plans for him and I feel he will get the time and attention he needs to help it improve.


The staff are also very helpful with any questions I have and get back to me with any queries I have promptly.

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Review from Russell E (Stepfather of Child) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My stepdaughter and son are attending and since they have been going they have come on leaps and bounds and the staff are always so friendly and positive I don't have the slightest doubt that they are well looked after and are being cared for and their independence encouraged I can't thank the staff
enough they are amazing and are doing an amazing job.
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Review from Amanda C (Grandmother of Child) published on 7 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandchildren love attending this nursery and are always excited about going. I always find the staff very friendly and love the way they handover what the grandchildren have done and achieved throughout the day .
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Review from Glenn M (Father of Child) published on 3 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We chose Good Manors after seeing a range of other nurseries in the area and feeling it was on a much higher standard.


The staff are very approachable and friendly. Facilities are great with trips to the close by park being a regular thing.


Strong focus on the development of the children seems

high on the list of priorities which we did not see from other nurseries.


We have recommended to other side who are soon to be looking.

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Review from Vivienne G (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends Good Manors at Stubbington Lodge and cannot wait to go to nursery each day. I have no complaints at all about this nursery (and we have experience of other nurseries). The staff and management are lovely and she feels comfortable with all of them. The food is varied and freshly cooked
in the kitchen within the nursery. I would (and have) recommend this nursery.
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Review from Jim T (Father of Child) published on 21 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't thank this nursery enough for what they have done for our two girls, the enjoyment they have is amazing; such a happy place, The staff are very good and confident, also lots of different foods for them to try and to enjoy.
Thank you for all you have done.
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Review from Suzy S (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started at this Nursey in October 2015. We had moved from a different Nursey so I was a bit apprehensive about moving him from his friends and familiar surroundings. He settled in so quickly thanks to the lovely staff and loves every minute, he can't wait to go to nursery! As well as all of
the activities done in the Nursey they are taken to the park, shops, library etc. The food is all provided and is a great, varied, 4-week menu. The level of teaching is excellent, he is always coming out with new things that we had no idea he knew about and we get to keep up with it through the 'Tapestry' online learning journey. We would highly recommend Good Manors at Stubbington Lodge.
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Review from Cheryl T (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a mother of 8 and my youngest being the last at Nursery I couldn't be happier with the choice we made, all the staff are extremely professional and I couldn't be happier, every day my daughter looks forward to nursery, she's always doing something fun and is becoming a very confident, happy and as
the name of the nursery suggests very good mannered little girl. The food is what makes the nursery, even more, value for money and is what you would expect to receive from a posh restaurant. I 100% recommend this nursery and even though I have family members who work in different nurseries and have asked my daughter to join theirs I would not consider moving, I even have parents who would look after for free but the care would not be the same with all the activities food and mixing with others. Thank you, Good Manners Stubbington Lodge Portsmouth.
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Review from Donna A (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a lovely and well-kept nursery. Welcoming staff who are always on hand to help with any need. So lively and upbeat. All staff are caring and very presentable. Always a welcoming and friendly face :). My son enjoys every day and loves the colourful and interactive surroundings.
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Review from Rachel P (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Good Manors for five months in the baby room. The staff have been excellent at helping her adjust and settle into her new routine. She absolutely loves going there and she has formed beautiful bonds with the staff. I really feel she gets the love and attention she needs as well
as her educational needs being met. As a parent, it is a big deal trusting people with your child. I was lucky to find somewhere that I instantly felt comfortable with and they have gone above and beyond to make us feel well looked after. The food choices are always varied and the nursery is always clean and welcoming with various displays. The communication and knowledge of the staff are excellent and I always get the impression that they are as happy as I am when she meets new goals and says new words. One of the main benefits is the school hours which was a winner for me with her having an older sibling. I would recommend this nursery to anyone.
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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our boy started with Good Manors in October 2016 when he was 10 months old and has enjoyed every single day. All staff have shown incredible care and developed a wonderful relationship with our child. When we pick him up at the end of the day, they always have time to chat and update us on what activities
he has enjoyed doing and any developments he has made.


We feel incredibly lucky to have our child in a such a caring, encouraging and nurturing environment. Knowing how happy he is has made the transition back to work after maternity leave so much easier. I would (and have) highly recommend the nursery to anyone looking for childcare.

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Review from Craig H (Father of Child) published on 17 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My Son has attended Good Manors, Stubbington Lodge since September /October 2016 and he has learnt a wide array of new skills especially his knowledge of his day to day surroundings which may be the day of the week or month and also his memory of different songs has been amazing. In December a Christmas
show was also put on and to see my Son up there with the other kids singing back to me was one of the proudest memories I have of him.
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Review from Jessica T (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with nursery/preschool. Fantastic staff, management and facilities.
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Review from Hazvinet M (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The environment is suitable to meet the childrens needs, space is limited however they have designed it to maximise it's capacity and children can explore their environment freely with the help of staff. Staff are always alert, appear caring and share good working relationships to children. Educationally
the plans are age appropriate and I have seen my child making significant improvement. The meals are well balanced and my child enjoys them.
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Review from Steve B (Father of Child) published on 29 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly, approachable staff create an atmosphere where my child feels comfortable to learn and take risks. My child is happy and developing skills all the time. I feel that I am kept informed of every moment I am away.
Stubbington Lodge was definitely the correct choice for my family. The transition
process was made to be as easy as possible and we have never looked back since. My child has access to a range of resources to enable all areas of development and carries out tasks we wouldn't be able to undertake at home.
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Review from Danielle S (Mother of Child) published on 29 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fairly new nursery and they have expanded our expectations. My daughter started at 18 months old and I was/am very happy to leave her there. Communication is great and so is their "Tapestry" system.
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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good Manors is an excellent nursery and preschool the staff are caring and courteous - keen to ensure your child gets the best from the time spent there. There online journal system means you can keep up to date with activities and progress. Meals are of a lovely variety and the range of activities
are varied. We would highly recommend this pre school to friends. Our children have been very happy there.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.703)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.703) out of 10 for Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 15 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 4.828 for Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (155 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.828
  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 4.875 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Good Manors Day Nursery Stubbington Lodge is based on 15 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.875
    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 46 number of registered child places is 9.2, which has been reached with 15 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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Kayleigh

Kayleigh Somers

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2025

Here at Stubbington Lodge, we are enthusiastic about providing exciting activities that engage the children’s interests and spark their curiosity, and we pride ourselves on having great relationships with the families


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