EASTLEIGH

Welcome to Raspberries.

Our Raspberries room at Eastleigh offers a welcoming and well-organised space where children can grow in confidence and develop their independence.

Through a mix of play, routine and guided activities, children are supported to build communication skills, explore their interests and feel secure in their environment. Our team takes time to understand each child, helping them feel settled and ready to learn.

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY IN RASPBERRIES

Exploring, trying and discovering.

The Raspberries room is set up to encourage children to make choices, explore different activities and develop new skills through play.

Children are supported to work things out for themselves, try new ideas and build confidence in a space that feels both structured and flexible. Play is used as the foundation for learning across all areas of development.

Building and creating

Building and creating with different materials helps develop coordination, focus and early problem-solving skills.

Imaginative worlds

Children explore imaginative play through figures, vehicles and themed setups, supporting creativity and storytelling.

Making marks and numbers

Drawing, early writing and number activities are introduced in a simple and engaging way to support development.

Playing together

Children act out everyday situations and characters, building confidence and social skills through shared play.

Stories and quiet moments

A quiet, comfortable space allows children to enjoy books, helping develop listening skills and a love of stories.

Exploring the senses

A range of materials and activities support sensory exploration, encouraging curiosity and focus.

MOVING ON WITH CONFIDENCE

A smooth transition forward.

As children prepare for their next stage, we support their move to the Elderberries room with care and consistency.

Each transition is planned around the child, helping them feel familiar with new spaces, people and routines. This approach helps children move forward feeling secure and confident.

OUTDOOR PLAY AND DISCOVERY

Space to move and explore.

Our Eastleigh Raspberries have regular access to outdoor areas where they can be active, explore and enjoy time in the fresh air.

Children can move between indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the day, supporting independence and allowing them to follow their interests. Outdoor play plays an important role in developing confidence, coordination and curiosity.