Fairthorne Group
Little Whale
Little Whale Nursery is a popular and friendly day nursery within the HMS Excellent Naval base in Portsmouth. The nursery is split into two rooms offering the very best of age appropriate care and support for each child.
The childcare delivered is of an exceptional standard and the experienced staff team understand the importance of play-based learning, healthy eating and time spent playing outside. Scroll down for details on session times and prices.
Play Based Learning
A play based curriculum is enhanced by high standards of staff, equipment and resources, with daily activities based on the new Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. This is divided into four areas of learning;
- A unique child
- Positive relationships
- Enabling development
- Learning and development
These cover all of the learning areas;
- Communication, language and literacy
- Personal, social and emotional development
- Mathematical development
- Knowledge and understanding of the World
- Physical development
- Creative development
All of our indoor and outdoor activities are aimed at developing children's self esteem, confidence and social skills through the use of the above strategies.
Outside Play at the Nursery
Children are encouraged to play and learn in the external environment to develop their independence at every opportunity. Their needs and interests are nurtured in supportive ways whilst experienced practitioners challenge their learning potential.
Healthy Eating at Nursery
During the nursery day we provide a hot lunch and healthy mid-morning and afternoon snacks. All meals and snack times are fun and sociable and can meet your child's individual dietary requirements.
Peace of Mind
As with all our nurseries, Little Whale Day Nursery is OFSTED registered and has a dedicated, well-trained staff team.
All staff undergo an enhanced CRB disclosure before commencing work.
Free Pre-School Sessions
Each child in the UK is entitled to 15 hours of free pre-school sessions per week effective from the term after their 3rd birthday. Please contact us if you require further information regarding this.
Session Times & Prices
The nursery is registered for 50 children from 4 months - 5 years and offers a wide provision of are including full days, half days and sessional care.
| Age | Price | ||
| Full Day | Half Day | Weekly | |
| 0 – 2 years | £33 | AM £19.15 PM £17.15 | £152.63 |
| 2 – 5 years | £32 | AM £18.60 PM £16.60 | £148.00 |
Full Day sessions include breakfast, morning snack, lunch and an afternoon tea.
AM sessions include breakfast, morning snack and lunch.
PM sessions include afternoon tea.
Opening times are Monday – Friday from 7.30am – 6pm for 51 weeks of the year. The Nursery is closed between Christmas and New Year.
Registration
Prospective parents are welcome to arrange an appointment to view the nursery. Please contact us if you have any further questions.
Further Information
Postal Address
YMCA Little Whale Nursery
HMS Excellent
Whale Island
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO2 8ER
Ofsted Reg: EY 319060
