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From cosy nooks for the youngest adventurers to bright, spacious rooms for exploring...
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- The Mulberry Bush
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Hannah Blake (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 43
Total Places for Children
- 100
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:30-18:00
- Tuesday07:30-18:00
- Wednesday07:30-18:00
- Thursday07:30-18:00
- Friday07:30-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
Parking
- Parking is available locally for staff and parents
Funding & Fees
The following fixed fees apply across all our rooms — Blueberries, Strawberries, Raspberries and Elderberries (3 months – 4 years).
For eligible families, we’re able to accept government funding.
Non-funded Full Day - £77.70
Non-funded Half Day - £38.85
Fully Funded Full Day - £13.65 (food, consumables, and 30-minute charge)
Fully Funded Half Day - £5.25 (food and consumables only)
Partially Funded Full Day (e.g., 2 hours of funding used) £53.55 (8.5 hours x £6.30 hourly rate) + £10.50 (food and consumables) = £64.05
Contact The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath to get a personalised quote:
The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath Reviews (7)
The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath has a Review Score of 8.3 (8.344) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath has 7 reviews.
Me an my husband love the Mulberry bush its wonderful my son loves it there hes so cared for an the staff are very kind an caring. Facilities are fantastic i have had no regrets about taking my son there.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that both you and your husband have had such a positive experience with Mulberry Bush.
It is wonderful to know that your son enjoys his time with us and that you feel he is well cared for by our kind and dedicated team. We take...
MB is a wonderful nursery! My daughter has attended the setting since she was 9months and has just turned 2. My experience with the baby room and now toddler room has always been positive, and have seen such a change in my daughter since moving into raspberries. All the staff are amazing, very caring and supportive. My daughter loves going to nursery and being with her key worker and other workers. She has a lovely little group of nursery friends and has truly developed well with her speech, social skills and knowledge. I would not choose any other nursery!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience with us.
It has been a pleasure to watch your daughter grow and flourish since joining us as a baby, and we're delighted to hear how much she has enjoyed her transition into the toddler room. It's...
We moved home in March and I searched the local area for Pre-Schools. Straight away I felt an instant connection and trust within the setting. The location is so brilliantly designed with the child's needs at the centre of every space. The staff are so passionate and caring, their kindness is the best attribute for the children who are cultivating their social dynamics. Alongside the staff's professionalism for safeguarding and making the best judgements for each child's needs and interests. The Mulberry bush at Locks Health is an inclusive community who ensure all children are given the potential to thrive, they offer Makaton learning for parents to learn and teach at home and they make all necessary adjustments for children of all abilities to feel welcome and important. My 2 children, 1 who attends Raspberries and 1 in Elderberries, have thrived at TMB LH and I am so grateful for the support they have received during their time here. I would recommend to anyone, I am one happy mum!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with us.
We are delighted that you felt a sense of trust and connection from the moment you visited. Creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported, and able to thrive is at the...
Firstly I absolutely love the nursery both of my children have attended. With my youngest still in Raspberries soon to move up to elderberries. The staff are all so lovely, very supportive through all stages. The management team are so approachable and the carers as so lovely too. The resources they supply are great. The food looks delicious and such a variety all the time. I would recommend the nursery to all friends and family.
The Mulberry Bush is a fantastic pre-school. The staff are excellent, engaging, friendly and genuinely care for the children. So glad we chose them!
We have found the Mulberry Bush to be an excellent setting for our daughter. We have complete trust that she is well looked after and that her days here are filled with interaction, fun and learning. On top of that, the food provided is of excellent quality and the overall facilities and atmosphere etc, are great. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery and intend on bringing our second child here.
An excellent nursery. They have looked after our daughter brilliantly over the last 4 years. We would recommend the nursery without hesitation. Our daughter is cared for very well by all the staff and the setting has a real ‘community/family’ feel.
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Oct 2017Recipient: The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath
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Meet the Team (2)

Hannah loves working in early years because no two days are ever the same. She enjoys watching children develop their individual personalities while supporting families. With 20 years of experience in the early years, Hannah has progressed from practitioner to setting manager. She has also worked as a childcare tutor, helping apprentices gain the skills to advance their careers in childcare. Having a young family of her own, Hannah understands the challenges facing the families she supports, providing her with valuable perspective and insight.

Vikki joined The Mulberry Bush as part of the founding team at our first nursery in Locks Heath. From 2013 to 2025, she led the preschool room, laying strong foundations for hundreds of children as they prepared for school. Well known by local teachers, Vikki has a true passion for supporting confident transitions and helping each child thrive in their next step. Now as Deputy Manager, she brings a wealth of experience to the whole nursery, offering thoughtful support to children, families, and staff alike.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath
What is the Age Range of Children that The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath accepts?
The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath Open?
The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath 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 The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath have capacity for?
The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath has capacity for a total of 100 Children.
How far is The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath to the centre of Southampton?
6.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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