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Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley)

66 Warren Avenue, Shirley, Southampton SO16 6AG
Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley), Southampton
Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley), Southampton
Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley), Southampton

Tiny Toes Day Nursery is 3 minutes from all the staff car-parks at UHS (the Southampton General Hospital). It also caters for all the local community as well as NHS staff.

Formerly a church, the nursery was transformed with a £1.5 million refurbishment into a two storey building which caters for children from 3 months to 5 years. There is also a dedicated baby unit ( cubs) on the site, specifically...  

Funding & Fees

New prices are currently being calculated, but we will still be great value for money as we are open from 0700 - 1830hrs. Please call us for further info.

Tiny Toes Day Nursery offers a variety of options for Parents. It is better to call the nurseries to discuss your individual requirements or send in an online request via the website.

Please look on the main website for Funding and Fees information, or call us, where we will be happy to help.

Contact Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) 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

  • Diana Buckell (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 39

Total Places for Children

  • 120

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:30
  • Tuesday 07:00-18:30
  • Wednesday 07:00-18:30
  • Thursday 07:00-18:30
  • Friday 07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • There is on-site parking for vistors and parents

Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) Reviews (16)

9.4

Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.435) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) has 16 reviews.

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Review from M B (Mother of Child) published on 15 April 2026 Submitted via Website
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Mila has just completed her first term in the cubs room and we couldn't be happier with how well she is settling and how lovely all the staff have been! She is really cared for and especially loves the morning when the good morning song is sung to her when arriving! Thank you to the cubs room!

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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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We attended an event for mother's day at the nursery. The event was well thought out and myself and my child had a wonderful time.

The nursery has been fantastic and my child loves to attend. All the staff are very warm and welcoming and no concern or question is a problem for them.

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Review from Garima A (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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We are very grateful for the wonderful care our daughter receives at the nursery. She struggled a little initially while settling in, but the staff were incredibly patient, supportive, and cooperative in helping her adjust. Thanks to their care and understanding, she is now happy and well settled. The team is warm and attentive, and the handovers at the end of the day are always helpful and reassuring. We truly appreciate all the effort they put into caring for the children.

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Review from V S (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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I would like to say a big thank you for all working at Tiny Toes in particular a big appreciation for Ellie, Rachel and Sabika for the great handover and feedback at the end of the my daughter day. I can definitely see her getting more comfortable, confident and happier since coming to nursery.

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Review from Sherwin G (Father of Child) published on 23 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Tiny Toes has been very helpful for my child's development. The activities are engaging, and I've noticed real progress since we started. It feels like a trustworthy resource for parents looking to support their little ones in a meaningful way.

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Review from C I (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Lovely setting, garden could be better if there were trees and soil/grass but that is only my opinion as I believe it is better for children's development to engage with a natural setting.
The place always looks clean when I visit and there are some additional touches which I love such as the bowl of fruits by the entrance were children can help themselves to whatever they fancy and the library corner where you can borrow books.
However, there are things which could improve such as the fact that items become misplaced often (eventually found but after few days) and I can understand how that is difficult to manage as children leave their belongings anywhere and everywhere; some staff could use with more training/exposure maybe as they do not seem to know how to distract a child that is upset when being brought to nursery and I believe that happens quite often therefore a valuable skill.

Handovers could also be more structured rather than a general summary of "a good/not so good day"

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Review from R R (Grandmother of Child) published on 28 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My granddaughters love attending the nursery. They have a lovely varied day to suit their pace and have lots of educational learning as well as peer group learning. The staff are very attentive to the children even though at times particularly dropping children off and collecting them is somewhat busy, however staff always seem to manage these busy times. The girls have developed a strong bond with the nursery staff and occasionally it is a slow process to take the girls home. It is a lovely nursery and suits the girls well.

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Review from K K (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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It's been almost 3 months since my daughter started attending Tiny toes.
She had a difficult first few weeks and is at the stage when separation anxiety hits the most, however staff deals with it brilliantly to make sure she settles in!
She is happy, getting confident with her eating and gets to explore a variety of activities supporting her development.

Nursery setting is beautiful, clean, spacious and safe, I recommended this nursery to a few of my friends as well as children are definitely in good hands at Tiny toes.

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Review from Klaudia K (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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We're so happy with this nursery! N has settled in so well all thanks to the amazing staff. They are all so lovely, caring, and genuinely attentive to every little detail. The level of personal care they provide really shows, and it's clear how much they care about each child.The nursery itself feels very safe and secure, and N always has such a great time there. She looks forward to going every day! There are so many fun and interactive activities that keep her engaged and happy.The communication from the nursery is excellent too! The updates we receive are always so thoughtful and detailed. It's wonderful to see what N has been up to and how much she's enjoying herself.

We couldn't be happier truly a fantastic nursery with a wonderful team!

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Review from Beth G (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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Would like to praise Rachel for her support with my son. Rachel always helps with settling him in the morning, as at times he can find this difficult. I often miss her on handover in the evening, and Rachel makes sure to send me a detailed handover using the app.

Thank you, Rachel for supporting my son and ensuring he is settled and happy.

Reply from Sasha Lewis, Director at Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley)

Thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled that your son is having such a positive experience at nursery with one of our fantastic members of staff.

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Review from Gena L (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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As a parent, finding the right nursery for my child was one of the most important decisions I've had to make, and I can honestly say we couldn't be happier with our choice. From the very first day, the staff at have been warm, caring, and incredibly professional. My child has settled in so quickly thanks to the nurturing environment and the genuine attention every member of the team gives. The communication is excellent too, we receive regular updates, photos, and an in-depth handovers upon each pickup. It's clear the staff truly care about each child's wellbeing and individual needs. Thank you!

Reply from Sasha Lewis, Director at Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley)

Thank you, your feedback means a lot to us! We appreciate you taking the time to write this review.

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Review from M D (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Our son has been attending this nursery for just a month, but we're already so happy with our experience. The staff are incredibly kind and welcoming, creating a warm and nurturing environment that helped our little one settle in surprisingly quickly. His main carer, Richelle is absolutely amazing - she's patient, caring, and truly attentive to every detail. It's clear that she genuinely loves working with children, and our son already feels very comfortable and happy in her care. Even in such a short time, we've noticed positive changes in his confidence and social skills. We feel very reassured knowing he's in such good hands. Highly recommend!

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Review from P W (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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I was looking for about 3 months or even more to catch space for my son. When I saw an advert of Tiny Toes why not to try. For following next day or even same day I get phone call if i would like to have look around with my son and reserve space if we would like it. To be honest this is the best day care which I could choose for my son even I can see he is happy staying there and he gets used to them really quickly. Even on first day when you just coming in you feel they are safe and feeling like in home. If I would need to refer to any parents a day care this is the one which I would send them to.

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Review from Mariko W (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Everyone at Tiny toes has been so patient with me and my incessant need for information. Many thanks to Molly who always answers my questions kindly and seems to know whats going on with every child every day, to Caira and Rochelle for always giving detailed handovers to me. Caira always has time to give me extra info and in such detail you can tell she really pays attention to and knows every child. Thank you all in the cubs/koalas room for making my return to work so easy and for helping A thrive, and to the chef for all her hard work making amazing meals for so many every day.

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Review from K J (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both my children have attended tiny toes from start to finish and even used to attend big foot.
The staff have always gone above and beyond. Management are always on hand if needed. My son has come on leaps and bounds since starting nursery from quite young, his brains amazing. From new songs to cooking and the outdoor play space is brilliant. I'm kept up to date with news and upcoming events and changes etc which helpful. The online app is an added bonus from toilet visits to what he's eaten throughout the day. I do feel more specific activities could be done on a daily basis and records of this for parents e.g pics?
Cleanliness is always 10/10 they take great pride in this.
A big thing for me has always been leaving my child/children in someone else's
care. From the very first day my sons started I've been reassured, heard and understood which is hugely comforting because I never have any worries or concerns.

Thank you to Tony toes :)

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Review from Katy D (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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They are very friendly and very good with my son they are also very reassuring and excellent with communication with me and make me feel very at ease when dropping him off, overall fantastic nursery and amazing staff couldn't have put my son in a better nursery thanks guys :)

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Meet the Team (2)

Diana Buckell Job Title: Nursery Manager
Diana Buckell

My name is Diana, and I am honoured to lead the wonderful team here at Tiny Toes. With over 15 years of experience in the childcare field, my journey began as a childminder, where I ran a successful personal business for many fulfilling years.

Throughout my career, I've dedicated myself to continuous learning and professional growth. I hold a Diploma in Childcare, a Foundation Degree in Early Years, and a first-class BA (Hons) degree in Education. My passion for supporting children's development led me to become a Special Educational Needs Coordinator, ensuring that every child receives the tailored care they deserve. Transitioning into management over a decade ago, I've had the privilege of overseeing early years settings with a focus on excellence. With four Ofsted inspections under my belt, I'm proud to say that two were graded Good and two were graded Outstanding, reflecting our commitment to quality and care. At the heart of my work is a deep-seated belief in the importance of laying strong foundations for children and nurturing a lifelong love of learning.

I am dedicated to ensuring that every child who walks through our doors at Tiny Toes has the opportunity to flourish and thrive. As a manager, I hold the values of Tiny Toes in high regard, and I am passionate about supporting my team to deliver the very best care possible. Every child, family, and staff member are valued and cherished, and I am committed to creating a warm, inclusive environment where everyone feels like a part of our incredible Tiny Toes family.

Molly Job Title: Deputy Manager
Molly

Hello, I'm Molly, the Deputy Manager at our Warren Avenue setting, and I have a strong passion for early years education. I am deeply committed to creating a nurturing, fun, and supportive environment for both children and their families. My goal is to ensure every child and parents/carers' nursery experience is a smooth and joyful journey, where they feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. I began my career in my early years as an apprentice, and through dedication and a love for child development, I have worked my way through my qualifications to reach my current role. Since joining Tiny Toes just under a year ago, I’ve enjoyed building meaningful relationships with our children and their families, and I look forward to continuing to support their growth and development in the years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley)

What is the Age Range of Children that Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) accepts?

Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) Open?

Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) is open: Monday 07:00-18:30, Tuesday 07:00-18:30, Wednesday 07:00-18:30, Thursday 07:00-18:30, Friday 07:00-18:30.

How many Children does Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) have capacity for?

Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) has capacity for a total of 120 Children.

How far is Tiny Toes Day Nursery (Shirley) to the centre of Southampton?

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

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