Welcome to Nanna's Nest: A home away from home
Discover what makes Nanna's Nest a truly special place for your child to learn, grow, and thrive in a warm, family-oriented environment. We are dedicated to providing nurturing care in Gosport, United Kingdom.
Why choose Nanna's Nest?
Nanna's Nest offers a truly distinctive "home away from home" experience where children are nurtured in a warm, family-oriented environment. We balance structured learning with the comfort of a domestic setting. What sets us apart is our dedication to creating a small, intimate community where every child receives tailored, one-on-one attention, which is often difficult to find in larger nursery settings. Unlike many childminders who may follow a standard routine, we offer a unique blend of intergenerational wisdom and modern pedagogical approaches. This ensures your child benefits from both traditional nurturing values and contemporary developmental play. Our unique strength lies in our ability to foster deep, long-term emotional bonds with each child, acting not just as a caregiver, but as a consistent, trusted mentor. We integrate real-world life skills—like gardening, baking, or nature exploration—into daily discovery. This ensures children feel safe and part of our family.
A day filled with discovery and fun
A typical day at Nanna's Nest is designed to flow naturally between energetic exploration and calm, focused learning, ensuring children feel both stimulated and secure. This is followed by a period of purposeful play, which might involve creative arts, messy play with sensory bins, or building complex structures to develop fine motor skills and problem-solving. We often take our learning outdoors; whether we are exploring the local park, tending to a small garden patch, or going on a "nature treasure hunt," we prioritize fresh air and physical movement to keep children healthy and engaged with the world around them. In the afternoons, the pace shifts to support cognitive development and emotional well-being. Younger children have a quiet rest period while older children might engage in specialized learning activities tailored to their specific interests, such as early phonics games, basic math through baking, or interactive music sessions.
Our core values: safety, love and learning
The most important aspect of childcare at Nanna's Nest is the integration of emotional security with developmental opportunity. While several factors are vital, they work best when built upon a foundation of safety and trust. We focus on:
- Creating a loving and secure environment
- Learning through play
- Consistency and routine
- Individualised care and observation
- Health and safety
"As a parent of six and grandmother to nine, I have plenty of experience with all ages. Looking after children is my passion."
Jade, Founder of Nanna's Nest