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  • Avg. Review Score 9.3
  • Total 2,684 Reviews
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Little Robins Nursery - Sunninghill (Previously Sunninghill Nursery)
Sunninghill Preparatory School, South Walks Road, Dorchester DT1 1EB
"The nursery staff create a happy, stimulating safe environment for my son. He enjoys his time at nursery very much. The team have supported..."Read all 58 reviews

Group/Owner Inspired Learning Group

Little Robins Nursery is a warm and welcoming Nursery providing high-quality care and delivering outstanding outcomes for their children, open Monday - Friday 8.00am - 6:00pm, 51 weeks of the year. Situated... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range6 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size82 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
104-106 Herbert Avenue, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4HU
"My daughter started here in July and has been doing amazing , at her previous nursery I took her out after 3 weeks, as she is very nervous..."Read all 58 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nursery, Parkstone is a friendly and active nursery located on Herbert Avenue in Poole, offering high-quality early education and childcare for children aged 3 months to school age. The nursery... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size56 places
Croft Day Nursery - Oakdale
75 Oakdale Road, Oakdale, Poole BH15 3LD
"All the staff at The Croft Oakdale are absolutely lovely. My little boy runs in everyday and always gets so excited when we arrive, not..."Read all 66 reviews

£100 / daywithout government funding, based on 3 days for a child aged 9 months to 2 years

  • Accepts government funding
  • Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Group/Owner Croft Day Nurseries

Croft Day Nursery in Oakdale is based in a beautifully converted former Methodist church, offering a bright, airy and spacious environment for children to learn and grow. The nursery has been thoughtfully... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size91 places
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Verwood
Church Hill, Verwood BH31 6HT
"After initially being aprehensive about my son starting nursery, I did my reaserch of the local area and found Happy Days Nursery the best..."Read all 22 reviews

Group/Owner Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools

Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School in Verwood is a new nursery in Dorset offering childcare to children up to when they start school. The nursery has 81 registered childcare places and offers children... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size81 places
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Beechbank Avenue, Creekmoor, Poole BH17 7FF
"The nursery is fantastic so glad we chose Happy Days. All the staff genuinely care and they are so attentive to our child's needs. His..."Read all 99 reviews

Group/Owner Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools

Happy Days would like to introduce you to their 81 place nursery and pre-school. The setting offers endless learning opportunities, with free-flow access between indoor and outdoor environments, led by... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size81 places
Archway Nursery School
Hyde Farm, Salisbury Road, Pimperne, Blandford Forum DT11 8TX
"Archway is an exceptional nursery and preschool. They are very attentive to my daughter's needs. The staff are lovely and friendly, and it..."Read all 51 reviews

Group/Owner Storal

Archway Nursery School, located very near to Blandford Forum, provides safe and professional childcare, within an environment where children can feel inspired to pick up new skills and interests. The... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range2 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size77 places
Bright Horizons Talbot Woods Day Nursery and Preschool
Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Fernbarrow, Wallisdown, Poole BH12 5BB
"All such lovely and polite staff when having a show around for the nursery, very helpful and understanding of my worries and concerns. Was..."Read all 99 reviews

Group/Owner Bright Horizons Family Solutions Ltd

Welcome to Bright Horizons Talbot Woods Day Nursery and Preschool. A purpose-built nursey set in the grounds of Wallisdown campus. Your child can explore four separate free flow gardens where they can... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size86 places
Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery
Chapel Road, Ashley Cross, Poole BH14 0JU
"My son has thrived and flourished at this nursery. His social skills, his fine motor skills, his ability to play with other children, his..."Read all 58 reviews
  • Accepts government funding
  • Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Group/Owner Montessori Education

Ashley Cross Montessori is an amazing day nursery in the Poole area with a ‘Good’ Ofsted report in all areas (April 2025). Ashley Cross Montessori is the perfect place for children from 6 months to... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range6 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size40 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Muscliff Nursery
69 Claremont Avenue, off Castle Lane West, Bournemouth BH9 3HD
"What can I say, I honestly could not have asked for a better nursery for my little girl. They have loved her like their own, fought for..."Read all 83 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nurseries - Muscliff, Bournemouth offers happy, nurturing care for the hours needed. They offer very flexible hours, and parents can book to the nearest 15 minutes, so that parents only pay for... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size59 places
Cuddles Day Nursery Ltd (Parkstone)
Rossmore Campus, Herbert Avenue, Parkstone, Poole BH12 4HR
"I honestly can't thank everyone at Cuddles Parkstone enough for everything they have done for both of my children. From the very beginning,..."Read all 121 reviews

Group/Owner Cuddles Day Nursery Ltd Group

Cuddles Day Nursery was rated Good by Ofsted in March 2023. The nursery, located on the Rossmore Campus, is registered to offer skilled childcare for up to 116 children, whose well-being and learning... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range2 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size114 places
Cuddles Day Nursery Ltd (Canford Heath)
Learoyd Road, Canford Heath, Poole BH17 8PJ
"Can not recommend Cuddles Canford Heath enough. Both my kids have gone to the nursery and they absolutely love it. The staff are fantastic..."Read all 192 reviews

Group/Owner Cuddles Day Nursery Ltd Group

Cuddles Day Nursery is rated GOOD (May 2023) by Ofsted and caters for children from 12 weeks to 14 years old. Although a large and versatile facility, a team of friendly and qualified staff keep a strong... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range1 mth - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size229 places
Clayesmore Nursery
Clayesmore School, Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum DT11 8LL
"The team at Clayesmore have created a wonderful atmosphere, so much so that our three year old is excited to go each day (and disappointed..."Read all 9 reviews

£79 / daywithout government funding, based on 3 days for a child aged 9 months to 2 years

  • Accepts government funding
  • Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Group/Owner Inspired Learning Group

Clayesmore Nursery offers exceptional early years education in the heart of the Dorset countryside It welcomes children aged 3 months to 5 years, cared for in spacious, light-filled rooms, including... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size65 places
Kinderworld Bournemouth Day Nursery
6 Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QN
"As a parent, it's comforting to drop my child off each day knowing they're in safe, caring hands. It is a wonderful place and I genuinely..."Read all 43 reviews

Kinderworld Bournemouth Day Nursery is a high-quality and friendly, family run nursery. Based in Bournemouth; the provision provides child-led early years learning for children locally. The nursery... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range4 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size55 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery
Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth BH7 7DW
"Great nursery, with team that cares and understands. Carers are lovely and admin team supportive. Their hard work and flexibility allowed..."Read all 96 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

*The nursery is starting to offer open days and show arounds again, get in touch to find out more!* Tops Day Nursery - Bournemouth, welcomes babies from three months old and provides children with... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size131 places
Bay Tree Montessori Nursery
84 Markham Road, Bournemouth BH9 1JA
"My son has been attending Bay Tree Montessori, and we have seen such a wonderful improvement in him in so many different ways. He has..."Read all 39 reviews
  • Accepts government funding
  • Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Group/Owner Montessori Education

Bay Tree Montessori has been providing a loving and nurturing environment for children since 2006. The nursery is a place where children aged 6 months to five can learn, grow, make friends and have fun.... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range6 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size32 places
Jack and Jill Day Nursery, Corfe Mullen
149 Wareham Road, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne Minster BH21 3LA
"Absolutely brilliant nursery and my little one loves it here. She always comes home excited to tell me what she's got up to. The care the..."Read all 82 reviews

Group/Owner Saxonbury Road Ltd

Providing quality care since 1970, Jack and Jill Day Nursery is open year-round, welcoming children aged from 3 months to 5 years. Jack and Jill is a happy and caring nursery where children can flourish.... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age RangeBirth - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size55 places
The Old School Nursery (Shapwick) Ltd
West Street, Shapwick, Wimborne Minster DT11 9LB
"My daughter started nursery in October 2025 when she was just over a year old. She seemed settled and happy from day one, which was so..."Read all 123 reviews

The Old School Nursery (Shapwick) Ltd provides a loving space for children to spend their early years, with childcare professionals that are passionate about giving children the best start in life. All... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size59 places
Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School
31 Saxonbury Road, Tuckton, Bournemouth BH6 5NB
"We have been extremely happy with how wonderful the nursery has been for both of our children. They have been so well cared for, supported..."Read all 218 reviews

Group/Owner Saxonbury Road Ltd

Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School has been providing quality childcare since 1997. In October 2023, the nursery was awarded a "Good" rating in all categories in their Ofsted inspection. The nursery... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size68 places
Rainbow Day Nursery School
14 Kingland Road, Poole BH15 1TP
"I cannot recommend Rainbow Day Nursery enough! I have two children here and they are happy, settled and absolutely love attending the..."Read all 39 reviews
  • Accepts government funding
  • Accepts Tax-Free Childcare

Rainbow Day Nursery School Ltd is a family run nursery established in 1985 by one of the present owners. They provide care for children aged 3 months – 5 years. Throughout the years the Nursery has earned... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range2 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size65 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Christchurch Nursery
Priory Hall, Whitehall, Christchurch BH23 1DE
"My son has always been happy at Tops Christchurch. He walks in happily each day, and tells me little bits about his day at the end. He..."Read all 40 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nursery in Christchurch offers professional early years childcare and education for children aged 3 months to school age. The environment is tailored to diverse age groups, with a friendly... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size77 places
Woodland Day Nursery
5 Harcourt Road, Bournemouth BH5 2JG
"Overall experience has been excellent, all the staff have been friendly and helpful. Our child loves attending this nursery and we have..."Read all 33 reviews

Woodland Day Nursery is an independent day nursery located in Bournemouth, providing quality and excellence in childcare. Rated OUTSTANDING by OFSTED in May 2024, please read the report using this... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range2 yrs - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size23 places
Redhill Day Nursery
200 East Howe Lane, Northbourne, Bournemouth BH10 5JQ
"My son has been attending Red Hill Day Nursery since he was 12 months old, he is now 2.5 years old. I love how much outdoor space there is..."Read all 17 reviews

Redhill Day Nursery is dedicated to fostering the growth, development, and well-being of young children in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Located in the heart of Redhill, Northbourne,... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size44 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Pokesdown Nursery
4c Wolverton Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth BH7 6HT
"Since my daughter started going to Tops Pokesdown, when she was only 8 months old, she had such a great time. Everyday learning and..."Read all 63 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nursery - Pokesdown offers professional early years childcare and education for children from three months to pre-school age, as well as operating a Hi 5’s Club for children aged 5 to 11 years. The... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size135 places
Verwood Day Nursery
Potterne Way, Verwood, Wimborne Minster BH21 6RS
"100% recommend Verwood Day Nursery. Every single member of staff are welcoming and make you feel at ease leaving your child in their care...."Read all 15 reviews

Verwood Day Nursery provides high-quality day care for children from around 3 months up to 5 years. Located in Verwood, Dorset, the nursery is set in a bright, attractive building surrounded by spacious... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size78 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Wimborne Nursery
Leigh Road, Wimborne Minster BH21 2BX
"I can honestly say that my daughter is thriving at Tops in Wimborne. She always goes in and comes out smiling. Two staff members in..."Read all 55 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nursery - Wimborne, offers an excellent learning environment for all the pre-school age ranges, staffed by experienced and vetted professionals who value the reputation of the service within... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size98 places
Kings Castle Lodge
Iford Scout Hut, Iford Lane, Bournemouth BH6 5NE
"Our daughter has been attending for over a year and loves it! She gets to go outside and explore and has learned to brave the elements!..."Read all 20 reviews

Group/Owner Saxonbury Road Ltd

Kings Lodge Nursery is a nature-based nursery with a Montessori ethos. Kings Lodge is run in association with Kings Castle Montessori and the older children at Kings Castle (aged 2+) attend Kings Lodge... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range2 yrs - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size25 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Poole Nursery
14 Denmark Lane, Poole BH15 2DG
"Our overall review of tops is brillant, our daughter moved to them last year from another nursery. We are so thankful to all the staff who..."Read all 61 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Day Nurseries, Poole offers flexible childcare, with outdoor adventures, enriching activities, and a focus on independence, wellbeing, and healthy lifestyles. Located on Denmark Lane near the... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size132 places
Cherry Tree Montessori Nursery
1 High Street, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2HP
"I'm very pleased with the progress that I've noticed within my daughter. She's made lots of friends and her sweet, helpful nature has..."Read all 22 reviews

Cherry Tree Montessori Nursery, located roughly three miles from Ringwood, is a converted Grade II listed building, situated in scenic surroundings that support a versatile approach as children learn... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size27 places
Kindred Bournemouth Nursery and Pre-School
9-11 Kinson Road, Bournemouth BH10 4AQ
"We have been using the nursery for 2 years. During this time, the children have been carefully nurtured and supported with their growth...."Read all 112 reviews

Group/Owner Kindred Nurseries

Discover an ideal start for your child at Kindred Bournemouth Nursery and Pre-school, where a rich and engaging environment inspires learning and play every day. A strong emphasis is placed on outdoor... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
Size101 places
Tops Day Nurseries: Wareham Nursery
1 Carey Road, Wareham BH20 4AX
"Ever since our daughter started at this Nursery we've been so impressed with the quality of care the staff have given her. They are..."Read all 48 reviews

Group/Owner Tops Day Nurseries

Tops Wareham provides a warm and inviting nursery and preschool environment, setting the stage for your child's educational journey. Nestled near Wareham forest and with easy access to transport for visits... Read more

Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
  • Full Day
Size47 places

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How many day nurseries are there in Dorset?

There are 175 Day Nurseries in Dorset.

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