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Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool

Gordon House, Gordon Road, Winchester, SO23 7DD

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Daily rateFrom £57.80 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 08:00 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity59 places
Funded hours supported
Inspection score3/4 inspection score

Ofsted · 4 April 2023

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Rated 4.9/5: 27 reviews

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About this Winchester Nursery

Description

Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool offers a warm and inviting environment for families in the heart of Winchester. Catering for children aged from three months to five years, the nursery provides a nurturing space where little ones can flourish through play and exploration. As a setting regulated by Ofsted, the team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of care and learning throughout every stage of a child’s early development. Recognising the needs of busy parents, the nursery is open from 08:00 until 18:00, providing a reliable and flexible solution for local families. At Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool, the focus remains on creating a supportive community where every child feels truly at home and inspired to grow.

What parents say about Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool

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Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool is highly regarded by parents for its nurturing and stimulating environment. The staff are frequently described as caring, friendly, and dedicated, fostering strong bonds with the children, particularly in the baby unit. Parents are particularly impressed by the extensive range of extracurricular activities, including tennis, football, and dance, alongside a well-resourced garden and innovative facilities like the sand room. The nursery excels in preparing children for the transition to primary school, with a strong focus on school readiness and numeracy. Overall, families value the seamless settling-in process and the consistent, high-quality care provided.
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Last inspected 4 April 2023

Inspection ID 10281903

Achievement

Good

Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines

Good

Children's welfare and wellbeing

Good

Curriculum and teaching

Good

Leadership and governance

Good

Regulator: Ofsted

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How funded hours work

Hampshire County Council is the local authority for this nursery. Apply for funded hours through them, or read our Advice section.

Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool.

Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool costs from £58 per day, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £875 per month or £10,505 per year. This is lower than the Winchester average of £75 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £38, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool.

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £539 per month or £6,466 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool in Winchester. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£393 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,716.£491 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,896.£590 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,075.£693 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,317.£816 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,791.£939 / monthIndicative yearly: £11,265.£1,062 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,739.
9-11m£260 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,117.£342 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,108.£441 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,287.£539 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,466.£637 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,645.£753 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,031.£875 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,505.
1y£260 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,117.£342 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,108.£441 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,287.£539 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,466.£637 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,645.£753 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,031.£875 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,505.
2y£260 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,117.£342 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,108.£441 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,287.£539 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,466.£637 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,645.£753 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,031.£875 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,505.
3y£260 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,117.£342 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,108.£441 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,287.£539 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,466.£637 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,645.£753 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,031.£875 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,505.
4y+£260 / monthIndicative yearly: £3,117.£342 / monthIndicative yearly: £4,108.£441 / monthIndicative yearly: £5,287.£539 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,466.£637 / monthIndicative yearly: £7,645.£753 / monthIndicative yearly: £9,031.£875 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,505.

For example, figures are nursery fees including savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool was last inspected by Ofsted on 4 April 2023 with an overall inspection score of 3/4.
Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool is registered for up to 59 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool accepts children from 3 months to 60 months.
Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool is open 8am - 6pm, Monday to Friday. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
Yes, Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool accepts the 30 hours childcare entitlement for eligible working families. This scheme, which totals 1,140 hours per year, is now available for children from 9 months old up to school age. While all 3-year-olds receive a universal 15 hours, the full 30 hours requires families to meet specific income requirements. You may be able to stretch your 1,140 hours across the full year or use them during term-time. For a custom quote, use Nuuri's Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool child care cost calculator or read our guide to nursery funded hours in England.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool is 2 sessions a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
You can book a visit to Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool by using the enquiry form.
One of the closest alternatives to Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool in Winchester and Hampshire is Bright Horizons Winchester Day Nursery and Preschool (£82 per day, 4/4 inspection score, 0.4 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Winchester page.
On average, nursery costs £75 per day in Winchester, depending on the provider and age of your child.
Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool complies with the updated Early Years Foundation Stage safeguarding and welfare requirements. Before a child is admitted, Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool is required to obtain full information regarding food allergies, intolerances, and special dietary preferences. This data is maintained in Allergy Action Plans and shared with the entire staff team. In line with Department for Education nutrition guidance, Kingsmead Day Nursery & Preschool ensures that staff are trained to recognize symptoms of anaphylaxis and that clear procedures are in place at every meal and snack time to verify that food meets each child's specific requirements.

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