Business Details
Trusted Nursery School in Gosport for Early Childhood Development
At Haven Nursery School & Children's Centre, we are dedicated to providing exceptional early years education and care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our approach prioritises individualised learning experiences, delivered through thoughtfully planned indoor and outdoor environments that stimulate curiosity and development. With a team of experienced professionals, we create a nurturing atmosphere where every child's unique needs are met.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Ofsted-rated provision and our Forest School programme, which encourages exploration and connection with nature. We maintain transparent communication with families and operate extended hours to accommodate working parents, while ensuring accessibility for all children and visitors.
Services
Nursery Provision
Forest School
Early Years Education
Funded Childcare
Resourced Provision
Highlights and features
- We offer individualised learning plans tailored to each child's developmental needs
- Our Forest School programme promotes outdoor exploration and nature connection
- We maintain extended operating hours from 7:45am to 6:00pm daily
- Our team includes experienced early years specialists and SENCO qualified staff
- We provide accessible facilities with dedicated disabled parking and automatic doors
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Nursery Provision
Our nursery offers comprehensive care for children aged 3 months to 5 years with qualified staff maintaining appropriate adult-to-child ratios. Sessions operate between 7:45am and 6:00pm with flexible start and finish times. The provision includes both indoor learning spaces and outdoor play areas designed to meet Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.
Forest School
This specialised programme delivers nature-based education through regular outdoor sessions in natural environments. Children develop practical skills and environmental awareness through supervised activities like den-building and seasonal exploration. The curriculum supports physical development and risk assessment capabilities in a woodland setting.
Early Years Education
We deliver structured educational programmes aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Our curriculum covers key developmental areas including communication, physical development, and personal, social and emotional growth. Learning is delivered through play-based activities tailored to different age groups.
Funded Childcare
Eligible families can access government-funded childcare hours for children aged 2-5 years. Our team assists with funding applications and explains entitlement options during admissions discussions. Funding arrangements are managed in compliance with local authority requirements.
Resourced Provision
We provide targeted support for children with special educational needs through our dedicated resourced provision. This includes access to specialist equipment and staff trained in SEN support strategies. Individual education plans are developed in collaboration with parents and external professionals.
Questions
What age range do you accept?
We accept children from 3 months old up to school age (5 years).
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 7:45am to 6:00pm, 51 weeks annually.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide government-funded childcare hours for eligible children aged 2-5 years.
Is there outdoor learning provision?
Yes, our Forest School programme offers regular outdoor learning sessions in natural environments.
How do you support children with special needs?
We have a dedicated resourced provision with specialist staff and equipment for children with SEN.
Reviews (1)
Zelia
Jul 21, 2018
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A previous student that had been at haven nursery and it was amazing I still speak to the staff 8 years later.
