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A new indoor play space for under-fives opened in Winchester last week, filling a gap in the city’s childcare offering with themed play zones and coffee for parents. Clemmie’s play café drew a full house on its debut day, charging £9.95 per child for 90-minute sessions.
Ofsted inspectors found Maples Day Nursery in Winchester to be a safe, welcoming environment where children thrive. While staff were commended for fostering independence and emotional wellbeing, inspectors flagged areas for improvement in behaviour management and curriculum clarity.
Swim school Puddle Ducks Dorset plans to expand into Hampshire but faces a 2026 pool rental gap after Hoburne Bashley withdraws from external bookings. Owner Jane Bozic urges pool operators to step forward, offering financial and operational support for new venues.