THIS IS SHERFIELDNursery
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Sherfield Nursery is set in 76 acres of spectacular countryside in Hampshire and warmly welcomes children from 3 months to 3 years of age. Our caring staff put children first, providing a nurturing, stimulating environment so our youngest learners feel happy and safe. Taking a play-based approach and providing individualised care, we proudly and sensitively support our youngest learners to develop the foundational skills for the adventures that await! The best way to experience Sherfield Nursery and our family-feel community is to visit us on a typical day. You’ll meet our teachers and educators, explore facilities designed to encourage choices, problem-solving and adventure, and discover our magnificent setting. We would love to welcome you in - please complete the form to Book A Personalised Visit. |
Why Parents Choose Sherfield Nursery
- Dedicated Nursery nestled within our stunning countryside setting
- Free flow indoor/outdoor access to encourage exploration and creativity
- Purpose-built garden designed for exploration, challenge and appropriate risk-taking
- Child-led learning
- Child-chosen Key Person for consistent support for children and parents
- Minimal transitions (1 per year), helping children build secure relationships and friendships
- Specialist-led outdoor learning provision
- Welcoming parent area supporting breastfeeding, providing workshops and specialist baby care advice from staff
- Excellent, healthy meals cooked on the premises by chefs
“He always has the best time!”caterpillars Parent
Rooms & Age Groups at Sherfield Nursery
| Caterpillars (0 to 2 years) |
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Our Caterpillars Room provides a calm, nurturing space where our youngest children grow in confidence and curiosity. Recently renovated, the room includes dedicated areas for babies under six months, with gentle lighting, a peaceful sleep area with vision panels, soft play zones, and sensory sand and water stations. Children are encouraged to explore freely between carefully designed spaces, always supported by a consistent Key Person who knows them well. We work closely with parents to respect familiar routines around sleep, feeding and care, helping each child feel secure and settled. With rich indoor and outdoor experiences, your child is supported in building communication and early social skills, so you can feel confident they are happy, comfortable, and thriving.
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| Butterflies (2 to 3 years) |
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In Butterflies, children become increasingly independent and eager to explore. With doors wide open, children can choose to take their learning inside or outside. Much of the time, they choose to be outdoors, climbing, hanging and romping around our extensive grounds engaged in imaginative, self-initiated play, with adults gently guiding and supporting at times - but not interrupting learning. As children near Pre-Reception, we gently introduce early mathematical thinking, communication and language skills. Children visit the Prep School library to build familiarity and foster a love of learning, while also developing practical independence by putting on wellington boots, using cutlery, choosing snacks and pouring drinks. Through play and interaction, children learn to collaborate, negotiate and build friendships, developing the social foundations that support a confident transition to the next stage of school life.
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A Typical Day at Sherfield Nursery
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| 07:30 | Breakfast Buddies (Bookable) |
| 08:00 | Morning Session – Parents invited to bring their children in and settle them with their Key Person |
| 11:30 | Lunch served in rooms |
| 13:00 | End of Morning Session – Parents are invited to collect their children and receive a verbal handover from the care diary |
| 13:00 | Afternoon Session Starts – Parents invited to bring their children in and settle them with their Key Person |
| 13:15 | Afternoon sleep time for children who have been in the morning or those with parent-requested sleep |
| 16:30 | Afternoon Tea served in rooms |
| 17:30 | Story Time |
| 18:00 | End of Afternoon Session – Parents are invited to collect their children and receive a verbal handover from the care diary |
