Country Day Nurseries

The Stables, Chalkcroft Lane, Penton Mewsey, Andover SP11 0RD
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Country Day Nurseries Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Danielle Needham (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 28

Total Places for Children

  • 91

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • please contact us for a tour and updated fees schedule

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

  • Large parking area available- parking onsite

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Country Day Nurseries Reviews (80)

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Country Day Nurseries has a Review Score of 10 (9.970) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Country Day Nurseries has 80 reviews.

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Review from W M (Father of Child) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love everything about this nursery and have loved seeing our son learn new things every day there. He's been there 2 years and it's been fantastic. The activities, outside space, visits to the park, health and safety are all top notch
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Review from Stephen M (Father of Child) published on 4 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has thrived at this nursery thanks to their attentive and caring staff. The communication is excellent - they provide consistent updates through the app about meals, naps, and nappy changes, along with weekly photo updates that give us a wonderful glimpse into his activities.


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this nursery apart is their fantastic woodland outdoor area where children can explore and play in nature. They've also handled our son's transitions between rooms seamlessly, ensuring he feels secure and comfortable with each change. We have complete peace of mind knowing he's in such capable and nurturing hands.
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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 4 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My second child is now at Country Day Nurseries, both children attending from 1 year up to when they moved/ will move to Year R. We have been so pleased with the nursery for the last 5 years, the staff are all caring and wonderful. The rooms have all had amazing toys and activities that gives them so
much to experience and do. We love to see the daily photos of all the exciting activities they have done. The nursery is well managed and a lovely facility in an excellent location. The children preferred the food when the nursery had an in house chef but the current supplier does provide a very varied diet of meals they would never get to try at home. I recommend Country Day to everyone looking for a nursery, it really is a special place for children to flourish.
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Review from T N (Father of Child) published on 4 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing staff, my child looks forward to the days she goes to nursery amd really enjoys her time there, amazing updates on my child's day through the app are amazing as it gives me a insight into my child's day.
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 4 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl joined when she was 9 months old and has thrived ever since. She has always had an excellent relationship with all members of staff and likewise, us as parents have always had great relationships with the staff and management. The outdoor space is excellent for all ages, the staff go
above and beyond to care for the children, management and staff put of a variety of events to involve parents including stay and plays, and breakfasts for Mothers and Father's Day. The app used to keep in touch with parents throughout the day is great, it's lovely seeing photos of our daughter enjoying herself with her friends, as well as knowing what she has eaten, and how long she has napped for and when. Overall a fantastic nursery (and that's coming from a mum who has previously worked in other nursery / pre school settings!)
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Review from Cherri A (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Country Day is an outstanding nursery. We were new to the area and looked around a lot of nurseries in the Andover area, we hadn't found one we were completely happy with but then we heard about Country Day and when we arrived I knew it was the one for us. The outside space is the best we found, our
son is very outdoorsy and loves adventures! There is a woodland area, mud kitchen, pirate ship and even an outdoor space for riding bikes and tractors as my son calls them. He started in Bluebells and moved up to little acorns about 6 months later. The staff throughout the nursery are amazing, so caring and we know our son is in the best hands. The thought and creativity that goes into activities planned for the children really highlights how in tune they are with the children.
Our son comes home beaming with a smile while telling us all about his day and he always says it was 'fun'. I feel very lucky to have found Country Day! I highly recommend Country Day!
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Review from Nikki Y (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't speak highly enough of country day. Both of my children have attended, one now at school and the other still enjoying every day there and the care they've received has been nothing short of exceptional.


The staff are brilliant with the children, always warm, attentive, and genuinely dedicated

to each child's well-being and development. They take the time to get to know each child individually and tailor their approach to support their growth and happiness.


The activities they plan are fantastic. They are creative, engaging, and thoughtfully designed to support learning through play, my daughter always comes home excited to share what she has done.


It's clear the team puts a lot of love and effort into everything they do. As a parent, it's incredibly reassuring to know your children are in such safe and caring hands. I'm so grateful for the positive, nurturing environment they've created.

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Review from C S (Father of Child) published on 2 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Country Day Nursery has been amazing for our daughter. At first she struggled with the transition from home to nursery, but the amazing staff helped her to quickly settle. As she has continued her journey through the nursery she has flourished and loves going. The staff are wonderful and plan fun and
interesting activities to promote their development. The outdoor provision is excellent and something our daughter absolutely loves. We cannot recommend enough!
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Review from V C (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Country Day Nurseries for 6 months now and absolutely loves it, she has a really lovely relationship with all the staff in her room (especially her key person) and all her peers. Her confidence has come on so much since starting nursery and I have noticed such a difference in
her speech particularly. They do such a wide range of activities with the children which my daughter absolutely loves and I feel that the staff are excellent at keeping you updated on everything they do whilst at nursery. I have now arranged for my daughter to attend an extra day per week as she loves it so much.
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Review from Rebecca S (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We visited a few other local childcare providers and Country Day was a clear winner and we were delighted they had space for our daughter. The manager showed us around and was approachable, and ironed out all the concerns I had as a first time parent. The nursery has great facilities including lots
of outside space! Our daughter has been attending since she was 9 months old and she has enjoyed every room and the wide variety of activities throughout the day. The staff are always on hand to answer any concerns, or general queries and all friendly and approachable. My daughter gets excited as soon as we pull into the car park as she can't wait to see not only her friends but all the wonderful staff, and she leaves beaming which to me was all the sign I needed to know she is happy!
The app is very useful with general updates such as nappy changes, food they are eaten throughout the day and nap times, messaging through the app is seamless and a great tool for parents. Highly recommend!
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Review from Sarah D (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We spent ages looking at nurseries around Andover and absolutely loved the outside space at Country Day Nursery. It's clean inside and out and the staff really do some amazing stuff with the children. Our little girl was a bit needy at times when first starting and also the transition into Little Acorns
but the staff have been so supportive and within days our little girl is now super excited every morning she goes in.


A few of my friends have children in other nurseries and it's clear this place is a winner particularly with the app they use to update parents in real time about sleep times, nappy changes and explanations of what food they've had throughout the day. If we've ever had any issues they have been addressed quickly and efficiently either by phone call or the App.


Highly recommended!

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Review from L F (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one stared Country Days at 9 months old. She absolutely loves it! Amazing outdoors area, lots of messy play which my little one especially loves and great food menu. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. The app is great and helped put my mind at ease.
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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved into the area April 2023 and I feel so fortunate that Country Day were able to accommodate us immediately. My eldest started school in September but still talks frequently and fondly of her time at the nursery. My middle child currently attends and the room staff are always so warm and friendly.
My youngest is due to start in September and the manager/management team have been so accommodating in helping us to organise that.
The nursery provide varied and nutritional meals. The children are offered a range of activities both inside and outside and great care is taken over their personal and educational development. The older children have access to external providers enabling them to experience things such as sports, French and phonics which helps smooth the step into formal education.
My children have been very happy here and we have been delighted with the care they have received and the service provided to us as parents.
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Review from Harriet M (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My three children have attended Country Day Nursery, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. The nursery communicates with us daily, providing thoughtful updates on the children's exciting activities and progress. Our children truly thrive in the nurturing environment, thanks to the loving care
and dedication of the entire nursery staff. It's clear that the staff genuinely care about each child's happiness, well-being, and development.


The nursery grounds are beautifully maintained, and it's wonderful to see that new additions and improvements are continuously being made. The catering at the nursery is also fantastic-the children enjoy a varied diet that includes foods from around the world, encouraging them to try new spices and flavors and develop healthy eating habits from a young age.

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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been very impressed with the standard of care given at Country Days, our son has been there since he was a year old. We've been very impressed with each of the rooms and the age appropriate support and variety of activities available. They also give lots of opportunities for stay and play/special
event days for parents and extended families to attend. The management/room staff have been supportive when we've had queries to raise, offered advice and creative ideas to first time parents allowing a more streamlined approach to childcare. We also love the woodland setting! I'd have no hesitation in recommending.
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Review from Victoria F (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter started at the nursery in 2020 and has flourished due to the care and support she has received. She has loved exploring the various outside areas, in particular the pirate ship, and getting to grips with nature. She has also loved the French lessons in big acorns.The staff are great with
the children looking for new ways to enhance the children's learning each week. Our daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her time at Country Day Nursery and will be heading to school in September, and I'm sure she will have many happy memoriesof her time at nursery. Thank you, everyone, at Country Day for making her learning experience so special. We would definitely recommend Country Day Nursery to friends and family in future.
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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy has now been at Country Day for 8 months and absolutely loves it. He started at 9 months old and the staff have been absolutely amazing at reassuring me and keeping me up to date about his day. They are always doing a variety of activities and my little one has been showing lots of new
skills he's learnt there. I couldn't recommended this nursery enough, it's met my expectations and more.
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Review from Sarah J (Mother of Child) published on 15 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Country Day has been part of our family for 5 years, seeing both my children through. We have had a particularly tricky time personally and the nursery couldn't have been more supportive. Our child now has an EHCP, which was dealt with fantastically by the staff. My children have been very happy, supported
and have learnt incredibly well. Both children have been well prepared for school and we will be very sad to leave this year due to our daughter going to school. I know I will keep in contact with staff however.
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Review from Isabel R (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves this nursery. He is so excited in the mornings to get there and rushes in as soon as he arrives. The staff have always been so kind and reassuring. Especially when he first started as I was nervous about him starting nursery and returning to work. The activities they do with
him are so varied and he spends a lot of time outside. I can't praise the team there highly enough.
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Review from Charley G (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Would absolutely recommend this nursery. Both of my daughters have attended from around 11 months old and have both thrived there. The setting is brilliant and a lot of focus on being outdoors, staff are always friendly and helpful!
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.970)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.970) out of 10 for Country Day Nurseries is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.981 for Country Day Nurseries is calculated as follows: ( (212 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.981
  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 4.989 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Country Day Nurseries is based on 18 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 91 number of registered child places is 18.2. 18 Positive Reviews ÷ 18.2 = 0.989
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Country Day Nurseries

What is the Age Range of Children that Country Day Nurseries accepts?

Country Day Nurseries accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Country Day Nurseries Open?

Country Day Nurseries is open: 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.

How many Children does Country Day Nurseries have capacity for?

Country Day Nurseries has capacity for a total of 91 Children.

How far is Country Day Nurseries to the centre of Andover?

2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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