First Friends Day Nursery

About our nursery

Welcome to the beautiful, highly rated nursery in Barford St. Martin. Just a few miles from Salisbury, Wilton and Shaftesbury - ideally located for commuters to work.

Our newly renovated day nursery offers so much more that we had to give it its very own website! www.ff-village.co.uk

Nestled in this picturesque village, our nursery is more than just a childcare setting—it’s a cherished part of the community.

Our nursery boasts a garden and separate rooms for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers, providing a nurturing environment for your little ones.

We are dedicated to nurturing a lifelong love of learning in every child. Our approach balances structured activities with free play, allowing children to learn and grow in a way that feels natural and engaging. Through a mix of guided experiences and independent exploration tailored to their interests, we help children build confidence and develop the skills they need for a smooth transition to school.

Open 51 weeks of the year, 7.30 am-6 pm. We proudly accept government-funded childcare places.

Call us on: 01722 743119 or book a tour online:

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What will my child eat?

At First Friends Village Nursery, food is so much more than what’s on the plate — it’s an opportunity to nurture lifelong healthy habits.

We involve children in every stage of the food journey — from planting and growing vegetables in our garden, to helping prepare meals in our nursery kitchen.

We provide hot, home-cooked food freshly prepared by our in-house chef. We serve breakfast, snacks, dinner, and tea every day.

See our menus

What will my child learn?

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in England sets the basic statutory framework for early childhood education (from birth to 5 years old). This alone is not enough to fully prepare children for school or life beyond.

That’s why First Friends Village Nursery goes beyond the basic EYFS requirements. We provide a Premium Package, which is why we are becoming the nursery of choice for many families in the local area.

We have our own enhanced curriculum, which includes: Earth Explorers, Thoughtful Food and Movement & Mindfulness, Makaton, and home-learning programmes.

Funded Childcare Explained

We’re pleased to welcome families using the government’s ‘stretch’ funded childcare scheme, allowing you to spread your funding across 51 weeks of the year. This equates to 11 hours per week (based on 15 hours term-time) or 22 hours per week (based on 30 hours term-time).

At First Friends, we offer more than the basic Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements covered by government funding.

Our Premium Package includes enhanced learning experiences, high-quality resources and educators, and added extras that set us apart and make us the nursery of choice in the area.

To support the delivery of this enhanced experience, we ask funded families to contribute £1.20 per funded hour towards our Premium Package.

Tell me more about funded childcare

We provide everyday essentials

There’s no need to pack too much for nursery each day — we’ve got you covered. We provide all the essentials, including: summer hats, sun cream, toothbrushes, nappies and wipes, and T-shirts for enhanced curriculum sessions.

All you need to bring is: a set of spare clothes, a labelled water bottle, and baby bottles and formula or expressed breast milk (if applicable).

We aim to make mornings easier for families while ensuring every child is well cared for throughout the day.

Safety & Security

At First Friends Village Nursery, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do

All staff undergo enhanced DBS checks and receive regular training in child protection, first aid, and health and safety.
Our nursery features secure entry systems, strict hygiene routines, and regular safety audits to ensure a safe, clean environment.
Our designated safeguarding lead, Keiron oversees child protection, and robust reporting procedures are in place.
Internet access is strictly monitored, and families can opt in or out of our photography policy.
We maintain Ofsted-recommended child ratios, with management always available to support as needed.

Find out more

Welcome to our village nursery in:

Barford St. Martin

About our nursery

Quick access to the important bits!

Photo gallery (swipe left)

Open hours and booking pattern

What will my child eat?

What will my child learn?

Funded Childcare Explained

We provide everyday essentials

The Team

Safety & Security

At First Friends Village Nursery, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do

Our latest news from First Friends Village Nursery

Location, Opening Hours and Contacts

Getting to us

Welcome to our village nursery in:

Barford St. Martin

About our nursery

Quick access to the important bits!

Photo gallery (swipe left)

Open hours and booking pattern

What will my child eat?

What will my child learn?

Funded Childcare Explained

We provide everyday essentials

The Team

Safety & Security

At First Friends Village Nursery, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do

Our latest news from First Friends Village Nursery

Location, Opening Hours and Contacts

Getting to us

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