Last updated: April 2026
Review date: April 2027
Paint Pots is a family and like all families it has changed and grown over more than 30 years, but it is now a thriving network of 6 nurseries and 7 pre-schools, in Southampton and Hampshire, well- known for having an inclusive loving and homely environment, which is safe, secure and stimulating, providing care and support for children aged between 4 months and 8 years.
We know that every child is unique and special, and all have the potential to produce their own masterpieces. With this in mind, we have high expectations of all children, and our dedicated staff work hard to achieve the best possible outcomes for them in partnership with parents and carers. We assess progress and plan activities to support each child at every stage of their development. In doing this, in an environment which we like to call a home-from-home, we aim to promote confidence, kindness, and resilience, preparing them not just for school but for the rest of their lives.
In accordance with the requirements for registration, and appropriate supplementary regulations, with Southampton and Hampshire Early Years Partnership’s and OFSTED, Paint Pots is dedicated to the provision of the finest care for all children achieved through the combination of efficient administrative practices and a high degree of quality awareness developed with all staff, through appropriate training, leadership and management.
Our Staff have a commitment to:
Paint Pots is a charitable group of Nurseries and Preschools. Anglican. We seek to have a broad and inclusive Christian ethos similar to church schools that respects those of all faiths and none. All our settings are open to everyone. At its heart, Paint Pots puts children first and we want to have a positive, meaningful and lasting impact on their lives, that makes a difference.
Our aim is for Paint Pots to have a positive impact on all those with whom we come into contact.
This means promoting self-respect, and care for each other. We are part of a charity and our work is driven by a set of core values about bringing joy, care and friendship, in an environment which is full of love, laughter and learning.
We make a difference by providing high quality childcare and education, benefiting the child, the parents, our staff and the community, in a safe, caring and stimulating environment, full of love, laughter and learning. It is the objective of Paint Pots to provide a friendly, clean, comfortable and safe environment which the children will find stimulating and challenging, and where enjoyment and fun are linked with discovery and learning.
All children at Paint Pots will have access to multiple, individual learning experiences to reach their full potential. An individual record of each child’s development will be maintained, showing their abilities, progress rate and areas needing further staff assistance. Paint Pots is committed to supporting the children in their care to become resilient and accomplished learners.
Empowering staff, through training and development to expand their professional and personal growth and their understanding of the importance of their role to provide stimulating, quality environments which promote purposeful play for children to achieve and develop a sense of awe and wonder. Each unique, geographical and physical environment enables children’s independence, allowing for risk taking and offering challenge in a safe and caring environment.