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Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

1st Winchester Scout Hut, Fleming Road, Weeke, Winchester SO22 6EE
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The facilities are brilliantBeth M(Mother of Child)
Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School, Winchester
the trips to the nursing home are such a great opportunity for both young and old to connectEmma W(Mother of Child)
Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School, Winchester
the effort that goes into the planning and execution of activities to suit the EYFS is outstandingSarah F(Mother of Child)
Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School, Winchester

Finkley Weeke Nursery are huge believers in learning through hands-on experiences and play. Not only do children have access to the excellent facilities at the nursery, but they also visit local attractions regularly, such as Finkley Down Farm, Winnall Moors, local woods and parks to extend their learning through fun and practical activities.

The fun does not stop there! Back at the setting, the children's curiosity determines how the nursery is...  

Funding & Fees

51 weeks per year:
0-5 Years
No funding - £370.64 per week (8am – 6pm, 5 days, full time)
15 Hour Funding - £309.83 per week (8am – 6pm, 5 days, full time)

30 Hour Funding - £249 per week (8am – 6pm, 5 days, full time)

Term Time:
Full day (8pm - 6pm) - £77.50
• School Day (8am - 3:30pm) - £73

• Ad Hoc Hourly Rate - £11.20

Early Club 7:30am – 8 am is £5 per session, payable in advance via the parent area.

We accept the 9-month, 2, 3 and 4 year old funding,

We annualise our fee’s and all fees above include all optional extras. Full details can be provided.

We are approved providers of Hampshire County Council’s free early year’s educational grant for 2, 3 and 4-year olds. This funding is available for all children from the term after their third birthday regardless of family circumstances. We will supply you with all the required information and parent declaration forms for you to complete, as your child reaches the appropriate age.

Contact Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Vanessa Slatcher (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 36

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00-18:00
  • Thursday 08:00-18:00
  • Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • Parking is on-street parking. Please check to ensure that parking is allowed before parking.

Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School Reviews (72)

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Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School has a Review Score of 10 (9.989) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School has 72 reviews.

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Review from Jade R (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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After recently moving to the area we discovered this nursery and as soon as we had our walk around we knew this was the place we wanted to send our son. The staff have been amazing. They are all attentive, friendly and overall caring. Finkley Weeke Nursery really engages with the children and develop them in a very individualised way through a variety of activities. Everyone here is really committed to providing a safe, fun, and loving environment and I couldn’t recommend this nursery enough.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for this lovely review! We are so glad you are all so happy here! Your son has settled amazingly, it is like he has been a part of our Finkley Family for years! Thank you so much for choosing us!

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Review from Samantha M (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started at Finkley Weeke after a few settling-in sessions in August 2022. I was so worried and full of mum guilt about moving her nurseries after being so settled, but due to a nursery closure, I had no choice. I am so thankful for all the staff making the transition so easy and being so friendly and loving. The set-up and activities in the nursery are so well planned and really focus on the children's development areas. My daughter also loves going on the nursery bus to the farm! I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone within the area.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your wonderful review Samantha, she has settled so well, and we are so glad you're part of the Finkley Family.

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Review from L J (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our two-year-old started at Finkley Weeke this September, and we would definitely recommend this setting. The staff are lovely and have helped him gain confidence and feel a part of the Finkley family. A big thank you to Finkley Weeke!

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your lovely review! He has settled really well, and we're so excited to watch him grow over his time here with us.

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Review from Hannah B (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our child has the best time attending Finkley Weeke Nursery, and has come on in leaps and bounds since joining in November last year. The activities on offer are varied, educational and child-led. The staff are amazing.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you very much for our lovely review. We love watching your child grow in confidence and his personality shine! We are so happy you are part of our Finkley Family!

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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our 3-year-old has been at Finkley Weeke Nursery for several months now and we are all so happy with the setting. Our son is always so excited to be going into nursery on the days he attends and runs the whole way in! They offer so many wonderful activities and trips out, no day is ever the same. The staff are always so caring and clearly passionate about the children, we always receive a detailed handover at the end of each day. We have recommended Finkley Nursery to lots of people as we are just so impressed. Thank you Finkley Weeke Nursery!

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are so glad you are all so happy here as he brings us such joy with his big smile when he rings the bell each morning! It is so kind of you to recommend us and bring more friends into our Finkley Family! Thank you.

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Review from Graham W (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Wonderful nursery and my son loves going. He often puts his ‘welly boots’ on at the weekend and asks to ‘go to Finkley Weeke Nursery please’.

The staff are friendly and attentive and take great care of the kids. My son, who is my third child, is the only one who has not had any nappy rash while at nursery.

The trips are also excellent. Highly recommended.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so happy to hear he is even asking to come to Nursery at the weekend! We are so glad you are all part of our Finkley Family!

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Review from Paul G (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started at Finkley Weeke Nursery in February as part of our move from London. We were obviously slightly nervous for her but by the end of Week 1 our fears were completely alleviated - she absolutely loved it! I find the staff are universally excellent and transmit the right values and mindset we feel are important in our daughter's development. The exposure they give the children to the real world via trips to the farm or the supermarket I feel are already shaping her into a more rounded child. I already have complete trust with the team and she genuinely skips her way there. Well done all for creating a fantastic environment for the development of the children lucky enough to go there.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Wow! What a wonderful review. Thank you so much! We are so proud of our staff here and all they do and are delighted in how confident and happy they make you feel. Thank you again for your kind words, we feel very lucky to have you all as part of our Finkley Family.

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Review from E V (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going to Finkley Weeke Nursery since January 2022 and always comes home telling me how much she loves it there! This nursery stood out to us because of the lovely big outside space and the trips the children get to go on. We get lots of updates and photos of what the children have been doing during the day which is really nice. There are so many different activities - they even have Spanish lessons! I would thoroughly recommend!

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your great review! We are so pleased to hear we stood out for you! We know how much your daughter enjoys all the extra activities we do here and are so glad she goes home talking about them! Spanish is definitely a favourite! We are so glad to have you all as part of our Finkley Family!

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Review from Helen O (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started at this nursery at the end of February (having moved from a London nursery) and she absolutely loves it! She settled in immediately thanks to the wonderful staff for making her feel at home. She loves all the trips out (farm, woods, playground, supermarket!) and I feel these really help with giving her confidence and hands-on knowledge of the world. The staff are really incredible and they provide lots of updates (both written via the app, photos and verbal at end of the day). We could not be happier with the nursery!

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled she has settled so well and so immediately. It feels like you have all been a part of our Finkley Family for much longer. Thank you again!

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Review from G E (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter loves going to this nursery. The staff are always warm, and caring and communicate with the children in an inclusive, playful way. The children always look happy when I see them in the garden and the place always has a calm feeling to it, unlike many other nurseries I have seen. Since my daughter has started Finkley Weeke Nursery, her confidence has grown and she has made some wonderful positive relationships with staff and other children. The activities they do involve all ages, and they do trips out in their minibus which I think really benefits the experience of the children and my daughter always enjoys them!

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

What a lovely review, thank you very much! We are so glad you have been able to get a feel for our wonderfully happy and calm environment and that is helping your daughter's confidence flourish. We love having you all as part of our Finkley Family!

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Review from V S (Aunt of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My niece absolutely loves this Nursery! She has only joined recently but Is thriving. I've noticed a development in her language skills since starting. The care and love the staff offer are outstanding. My niece is always welcomed with a warm greeting from the lovely staff. She loves going on trips to the farm and enjoys the amazing activities provided, such as making a birdhouse, painting, playing in the mud kitchen and many many more! Would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you for your kind review! We are so glad she is having such a blast! We are really happy with how well she has settled and the bond she has made with the staff and are very glad she is part of our Finkley Family!

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Review from D S (Uncle of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery. Highly recommend. The activities provided sound amazing.

Since my niece started here I have heard her talking nonstop about it and have enjoyed seeing her confidence grow since joining.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so glad you are all so happy here, and she talks so fondly of all we do with her!

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Review from H C (Aunt of Child) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My niece is always happy to go to ‘school’. She is so well cared for by all the staff. She has really become so confident and her talking has improved since being there. Thank you for making her little day so happy and exciting.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

What a wonderful review, thank you! We are so glad she is so happy here and we love welcoming you all into our Finkley Family. We are so pleased with how quickly she settled and can't wait to watch her grow!

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Review from G O (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Since my son started at Finkley Weeke Nursery, he settled instantly. It’s very clear the staff have the children’s best interest at heart and all attention is centred around them from arrival to leaving. The nursery is located in a great setting with lots of outdoor space.

We love the end of day handover and have found the staff very informative and great communication whenever needed. Highly recommend.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so glad you are all so happy with us! We pride ourselves on our great communication with our Parents and are so happy you feel this works for you. Thanks again!

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Review from Kate G (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our son loves his nursery and all his friends and grown-ups, he has been there for 7 months now, since we first moved to the area. I love that they are taken for daily excursions, sometimes twice daily depending on the weather! The attached farm is brilliant, and he loves the soft play.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide children with an adventure every day and are so glad your son enjoys that! We love having him as part of our Finkley Family!

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Review from Suzy E (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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This nursery is outstanding! The combination of happy, friendly staff, lovely surroundings - indoor and outdoor, and trips out and about (including the farm) make for a stimulating whilst also nurturing experience for the children.
My daughter moved to this nursery after she turned 2 and has thrived there. She spends a lot of time when home talking about her friends and the staff and will often role-play “being at nursery” which I think is an excellent sign.
The staff are engaged and seem invested in the success of the nursery which makes for a very positive experience for the children.

I would (and do!) highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for this glowing and heart warming review. We are so pleased she thrives here and really love how she role plays being here at home! Thank you for recommending us and being part of our Finkley Family!

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Review from Katie G (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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We have had nothing but good things to say about Finkley Weeke Nursery. Our son joined 7 months ago and the development in his communication skills, social skills and independence has been amazing to see. The staff are very supportive, encouraging and friendly and they run a wide range of activities which our son really enjoys. All communication with parents is well managed and clear. Our son really enjoys nursery! Highly recommended!

Reply from Eleyne Paice, Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

It is great to hear that your son's development has improved so much since starting at Finkley Weeke Nursery, and that he is enjoying it so much! Thank you for such positive feedback.

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Review from R S (Father of Child) published on 5 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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We're so pleased to have chosen Finkley Weeke. Nursery. Right from the start the communication with parents have been superb, the staff are wonderful and the environment has been fantastic for our kids to develop and flourish. The trips to the farm, language classes, woodland trips and more have been huge in helping our children to learn and grow. We can't recommend the Finkley team and experience enough.

Reply from Eleyne Paice, Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your feedback! It is great to hear that Finkley Weeke Nursery and it's staff has had such a positive impact in supporting your children's learning and development.

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Review from Kirsty R (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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We love Finkley Weeke Nursery, the staff are so caring and happy and go above and beyond to make fun and engaging activities for the children. Our child is shy but has thrived at the nursery and comes home each day full of stories of what has happened.

Reply from Lottie Frogley, Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so glad you are all so happy here and you feel your child is thriving!

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Review from Andy D (Father of Child) published on 24 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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Our son has been at Finkley Weeke Nursery for 4/5 months now and he loves it there! His communication skills have really come a long way since starting there which has always been something he's not great with. The staff are all very friendly and we have not had any bad experiences with them. The staff are great and our son often asks for them while at home. When he's not asking for them he is always asking to "go see friends" and is always excited to go in in the mornings.

We would highly recommend!

Reply from Eleyne Paice, Manager at Finkley Weeke Nursery and Pre-School

Thank you for such lovely feedback, it is fantastic to hear that your son enjoys coming to nursery so much and that you are happy with the support we provide at Finkley Weeke Nursery!

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  • Posted: Thursday 24 Jul 2025We have been shortlisted as finalists for the Nursery World Awards 2025 in two categories! Firstly, our Pre-School Daily Lead Ellie-May has been shortlisted in the Nursery Educator of the...
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Vanessa Slatcher Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2021
Vanessa Slatcher

Vanessa is one of the Nursery Managers at Finkley Weeke.

She has 10 years of experience working in the early years sector and has a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.

Vanessa's favourite thing at Finkley is providing the children with an exciting learning environment, offering them a variety of experiences such as trips to the Farm and Nature Walks. Seeing the children so happy and having fun while supporting them in their journey to school.

Maria Job Title: Nursery Practitioner Joined: 2022
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Maria has been at the nursery with us since March 2022 and is Level 3 qualified! Maria has lots of experience working with children and also loves animals!

Maria's favourite thing about working at Finkley is "being able to offer the children the amazing experiences such as going to the farm, the pumpkin patch and providing them with fantastic learning experiences!"

Sara Job Title: Baby Room-Daily Lead Joined: 2022
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Sara started working at Finkley Weeke in September 2022.

In April 2025, Sara opened our brand new baby room and became the Daily Lead. Sara has experience supporting the under-2s' development and is keen to create a nurturing and engaging environment for them to explore!

Sara loves Finkley because no day is ever the same, and loves the variety of outings the nursery can do, from pumpkin picking to the garden centre, every day is unique!

Ellie-May Moody Job Title: Pre-School Daily Lead Joined: 2023
Ellie-May Moody

Ellie is one of our fabulous team members and joined the Finkley Family in March 2023. She is level 3 qualified and has a passion for planning exciting, engaging and unique activities for the children to take part in.

In 2025, Ellie was promoted to Daily Lead of the Pre-School room and leads the team to ensure the children are offered a wide range of experiences and promote independence to help the transition to school!

Danielle Wall Job Title: SENCO Manager Joined: 2021
Danielle Wall

Dani is our SENCo Manager and supports all of our Finkley Nurseries in meeting the needs of all children within our care, Danielle joined the Finkley family in March 2021. Dani is currently working towards her degree in Special Education Needs and Inclusivity.

We asked Dani what her favourite part about working with children is and she said;

"I love seeing the impact that both myself and our wonderful staff have on the children and their future outcomes. I love to get involved and enjoy running both Bucket time and BLAST sessions within all of our settings."

Emma Woolley Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2024
Emma Woolley

Emma is our Deputy Manager at Finkley Weeke. She has been working in nurseries for many years and has a wealth of experience and knowledge after completing her degree in Early Years Education. Emma loves working at Finkley because everyday is a new adventure and she loves seeing the children grow and develop under our care!

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