The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath, the original Mulberry Bush nursery, has been part of the community since 2013. It is a place where little minds grow big, and where children feel safe, loved, and inspired to explore. Following expansions in 2016 and 2020, the nursery now offers even more thoughtfully designed spaces created especially for curious, imaginative learners.
From cosy nooks for the youngest adventurers to bright, spacious rooms for exploring...
The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath, the original Mulberry Bush nursery, has been part of the community since 2013. It is a place where little minds grow big, and where children feel safe, loved, and inspired to explore. Following expansions in 2016 and 2020, the nursery now offers even more thoughtfully designed spaces created especially for curious, imaginative learners.
From cosy nooks for the youngest adventurers to bright, spacious rooms for exploring toddlers and confident pre-schoolers, every area of the nursery is designed to support discovery and development. Each age group benefits from its own custom sensory room, filled with carefully selected resources that spark imagination, stimulate growing minds, and offer opportunities for both playful exploration and calming moments.
The outdoor environments at Locks Heath are equally special. The garden provides children with space to connect with nature, move freely, and let their imaginations run wild. With two dedicated baby gardens, one featuring a covered sand play area and the other offering a shaded front garden, children have ample space to run, climb, dig, build, and enjoy hands-on learning safely in smaller groups.
What truly sets Locks Heath apart is the wonderful sense of community that surrounds it. Families and children build lasting friendships and form meaningful connections with the caring staff team and the wider local community. Whether welcoming returning siblings or meeting new families for the first time, the nursery nurtures a strong sense of belonging where every child feels secure, valued, and empowered to thrive in every area of their lives.
The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath has a Review Score of 8.5 (8.450) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath has 8 reviews.
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Review from Renata K (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My little one loves this place.Although he does cry when i drop him off i know he will have fantastic day and he is in good hands and he is safe. This is all I want for my child. He is learning new things every day which is lovely to see.
My little one loves this place.Although he does cry when i drop him off i know he will have fantastic day and he is in good hands and he is safe. This is all I want for my child. He is learning new things every day which is lovely to see.
↩Reply from Somer Miles, Executive Director at The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
We know that saying goodbye at drop-off can sometimes be difficult, so it means a great deal to hear that you feel confident knowing your little one is safe, happy and in good hands with us. It's wonderful to see him enjoying his days at our Locks Heath...
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We know that saying goodbye at drop-off can sometimes be difficult, so it means a great deal to hear that you feel confident knowing your little one is safe, happy and in good hands with us. It's wonderful to see him enjoying his days at our Locks Heath nursery, learning new things and growing in confidence. We feel very lucky to be part of his journey and look forward to seeing him continue to learn, develop and thrive with us.
Thank you for trusting us to care for your little one.
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Review from Roxy B (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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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.
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.
↩Reply from Somer Miles, Executive Director at The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath
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...
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 great pride in creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive, so your feedback means a lot to us.
We are also pleased that you are happy with our facilities and that choosing Mulberry Bush has been such a positive decision for your family. Thank you for your trust and support-we look forward to continuing to be part of your son's journey.
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Review from L V (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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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...
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!
↩Reply from Somer Miles, Executive Director at The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath
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...
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 especially lovely to know that she has built such strong friendships, enjoys spending time with her key person and the team, and has made such fantastic progress with her speech, social skills, and confidence.
Your kind words mean so much to all of us, and we feel privileged to be part of your daughter's early years journey. Thank you for placing your trust in us-we look forward to continuing to support her as she learns, grows, and creates many more happy memories at MB.
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Review from Maddison E (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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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...
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!
↩Reply from Somer Miles, Executive Director at The Mulberry Bush Locks Heath
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...
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 heart of everything we do.
It's lovely to hear that both of your children have enjoyed their time with us and that our learning environment, caring team, and commitment to inclusion have made a positive difference to your family. We are especially pleased that our Makaton sessions and personalised support have helped both children flourish.
Thank you for your kind words, recommendation, and continued trust in us. We feel privileged to be part of your children's early years journey.
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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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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...
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.
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Review from Wendy P (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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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!
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!
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Review from Amanda S (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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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...
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.
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Review from Sarah V (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Website•
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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.
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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Meet the Team (2)
Hannah BlakeJob Title Setting ManagerJoined 2024
Hannah loves working in early years because no two days are ever the same. She enjoys watching children develop their individual personalities while...
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 WrayJob Title Deputy Setting ManagerJoined 2013
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,...
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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