Co-op Childcare Southampton

Warren Crescent, Shirley Warren, Southampton SO16 6AY
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9.8 108 Reviews
  • Co-op Childcare Southampton, Southampton
Children love to learn at Co-op Childcare Southampton. Using stories, songs and games the nursery help children develop at their own pace whilst having lots of fun!

Co-op Childcare are big on happy children. They have areas for growing food (and eating it), regular visits to local care homes and a focus on taking care of each other and the world.
The nursery are silver eco schools accredited, a programme that sees children lead the way in making little changes that deliver big environmental differences.
Big on safety, ALL staff are paediatric first aid trained. They hold the Millie’s Mark award, something only 2% of all nurseries in the UK have managed to achieve!
Using 5 Little Pioneers to help share their core values with children, they encourage them to be independent, make their own choices, express their feelings and make a difference in the world.
Co-op Childcare’s ParentZone app keeps mums and dads informed about life at nursery days and includes photos from their day, assessments, meals eaten, and even toilet training progress!

The nursery has 5 rooms filled with resources that support children at every age and stage of their development. The friendly team, led by Manager Karen, would love to meet you and show you around so you can really understand what makes their nursery so special.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Karen Roussel (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 22

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • (0-2) Full day £81.25 / Half Day £50.75
    (2-3) Full day £77.50/ Half Day £48.25
    (3-5) Full day £72.50/ Half Day £46.25

  • Short Days (8am-6pm) & School Days (9am-3pm) Offered
    Government funding accepted

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • Parking available

Co-op Childcare Southampton Reviews (108)

9.8

Co-op Childcare Southampton has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.827) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Co-op Childcare Southampton has 108 reviews.

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Review from Shireen P (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment I stepped foot here, I have felt extremely at ease and excited for my son to start. His settling in session showed very clearly the compassion and kindness the team have for each child. My son has always been quite a complex baby but it is incredibly reassuring to see/hear how amazing
he is doing on his first week. We have struggled with weaning and to hear that he is eating food is absolutely incredible and certainly a credit to the team. I am really enjoying the app and find it reassuring throughout the day. The nursery is clearly equipped with enough activities and toys as my son slept through the night and we had to wake him up for nursery.
Administration has also been very efficient at sorting any issues we have had with setting up the app or finances!
My partner and I are truly grateful for looking after our son. We cannot wait to see him progress and develop in your care.
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Review from Natasha H (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has a medical issue that has arisen in the last seven months, which makes him mostly non-verbal, and nursery have provided excellent care and help whilst he recovers/improves. His key worker always goes above and beyond, including learning Makaton signs. My son also has a dietary requirement
and there has never been one mistake or issue of the nursery providing incorrect food, which has been a problem for some of my friends at other nurseries with the same need. I am always very impressed and love the daily communication they offer. The activities they provide always sound so fun and I can tell they really take notice of my son's interests and what he responds to even though he isn't always able to communicate with words. I am so grateful to have found such a caring and helpful place.
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Review from S K (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't recommend this setting enough! My son is now in school but comes back to the pre-school room for holiday club each half term. We have very fond memories of the time he has had there over the years and he still loves going in. I enjoy seeing him playing with his nursery friends again and interacting
with the staff who he adores. Thank you all for everything you do!
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Review from Ella-Grace K (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery was recommended to me by several colleagues and friends whose children had attended both recently and in the past. It has not disappointed with its reliability and excellent care. My son not only adores coming but seems to learn a lot. He loves the staff which is so reassuring as I can always
trust that they are doing a good job at looking after him.
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Review from Natasha J (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, everyone's so friendly and helpful. My daughter loves it here and her speech has really come on well and has learnt so much while attending. I really like nursery assistant a lot, she's a lovely girl, very helpful and my daughter likes her too. I would highly recommend this nursery
to anyone.
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Review from Samantha B (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son currently attends the holiday club at this setting and I have always been very happy with the provision. The staff are welcoming and friendly and show the utmost care to my son when he is here. I always look forward to picking him up and hearing about all the lovely things he has been doing.
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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery, both my children leave at the end of the day really happy. My youngest has always been so clingy and shy but since going to nursery he has really grown in confidence. Highly recommend.
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Review from Karen A (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son always looks forward to going to preschool. This shows the excellent care and fun educational activities he enjoys whilst in preschool. As a parent, we just want the best for our child and that is what this child care offers.
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Review from Serena R (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one absolutely loves it, gets up excited about his day to come and goes in without a problem. The staff are brilliant and always informative about his day and any problems he has had. He loves the staff and is always asking where his key worker is. He comes home chatting all about his day
and singing songs he loves as he never did this before and has come out of his shell towards people as it is growing his independence and confidence not being at home with me. I can't recommend them enough and thank them enough for this
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Review from Ella R (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have taken the time to get to know my child at each stage of her time in the nursery, from nine months to preschool. She has had excellent care and all of her learning needs and play have been met. Management have been extremely supportive, offering extra sessions when needed to accommodate
my working pattern. I am very grateful that my child has had the fantastic opportunity to attend and see her develop and watch her flourish.
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Review from Sandra R (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall I think the nursery is really good, they have a lot of activities. My daughter really enjoys her time there. The only thing is the small variety of foods they have and I feel that sometimes the food is not appropriate for babies.
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Review from M E (Father of Child) published on 20 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our kids were always excited every morning to go to the nursery. We are pleased with the care and the information shared. The staff and management are friendly, supportive and we always had quick responses for any queries.
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Review from Helen E (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly and caring staff. My oldest son went from baby to nursery there and loved it. My second is now with the toddlers group and also loves going to nursery. All staff members are really friendly and give good feedback at the end of the day.
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Review from Hannah A (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child's development has improved massively since starting at the nursery. She is involved with lots of fun and exciting activities. The staff were really reassuring when she was settling as due to being with just myself throughout lockdown, she was very resistant to leave me.
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Review from Abby H (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter settled in straight away despite the new Covid-secure settle sessions and loves going to nursery. She thrives in the engaging environments that the nursery provides and has grown in confidence since starting at 12 months. I was worried about the long days and being separate from me, especially
after 6 months of lockdown being just us two but she absolutely adores her key workers and the other room workers.
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Review from Rebecca P (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Little Pioneers for over a year now and I can't fault the care he's received. He's absolutely thriving and can't wait to go to nursery every day. The carers are really good with the children and it's obvious they build good relationships with the children they care for. The nursery
have really good facilities both inside and outdoors in the form of a garden with climbing equipment. The children are provided with balanced meals and snacks and my child has tried several new things since being at the nursery and is happier to try new things at home. My son has had some extra help with his speech and language and the nursery and their SENCO have been brilliant at supporting him. I couldn't recommend them more.
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Review from Sally H (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my daughter started she quickly became settled being left (despite seeing a few other people due to lockdown for such a long time). The nursery have been great with her dietary needs, sourcing free from food for her. Staff are always warm and welcoming and I look forward to my daughter moving
through the nursery as she grows.
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Review from Daniela (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm very satisfied with the nursery and I would definitely recommend it to anyone. The personal is very friendly and helpful. My daughter is happy every morning because she is going to the nursery. She learned so many new things and she is speaking English now. I'm so glad that I choose this nursery.
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Review from Caroline P (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter struggled at Nursery at first as she is very shy, however, now she can’t wait to leave and go to nursery. She talks about the staff, the children and the nursery throughout the week, wanting to make cards at home for them all etc - and she only attends one day per week, so I think this is
testimony to how well they have engaged with her and made her feel relaxed and happy there.
Since joining the nursery my daughter's confidence has rocketed.
I have found the staff very welcoming and they have made me feel like part of the group constantly which I feel is important.
I have full faith in the quality of the care they are giving.
I have always found the room to be clean and inviting and love the free flow access to the garden.
I would and have highly recommended this nursery to my friends and family.
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Review from Alina V (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since joining nursery, my daughter has developed in so many ways. She is more confident and balanced and loves going to the nursery every morning. We love all the teachers who are warm, caring and very professional. I would definitely recommend this nursery to other parents. Thank you so much for making
the difference.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.827)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.827) out of 10 for Co-op Childcare Southampton 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 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.827 for Co-op Childcare Southampton is calculated as follows: ( (262 Excellents x 5) + (46 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 312 Ratings = 4.827
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Co-op Childcare Southampton is based on 26 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 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    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 100 number of registered child places is 20, which has been reached with 26 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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Meet the Team (2)

Karen

Karen Roussel

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hello, and welcome to Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Southampton.

Harriet

Harriet

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Hello, and welcome to Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Southampton.

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