Nurseries in Dorset

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 in the heart of Dorchester Town Centre, this… Read more about Little Robins Nursery - Sunninghill (Previously Sunninghill Nursery)

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 a secure and calm environment where they can learn… Read more about Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Verwood

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 5 years to take their first brave steps outside of… Read more about Ashley Cross Montessori Day Nursery

An exceptional Montessori nursery bridging the gap between Poole and Bournemouth. With their long standing team, the nursery provides loving care and education to children from 3 months to 5 years. The Bright Horizons Poole Montessori nursery is… Read more about Bright Horizons Poole Montessori Day Nursery and Preschool

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 nursery has an excellent standing in the community… Read more about Archway Nursery School

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 passionate and experienced team members.… Read more about Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole

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 learn how to grow vegetables and plants, and the… Read more about Bright Horizons Talbot Woods Day Nursery and Preschool

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 the hours that are required. The nursery also runs… Read more about Tops Day Nurseries: Muscliff Nursery

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 works closely with parents and provides children… Read more about Kinderworld Bournemouth Day Nursery

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 potential is protected by a highly-qualified team. The… Read more about Cuddles Day Nursery Ltd (Parkstone)

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 the local community, as well as the aspirations parents… Read more about Tops Day Nurseries: Wimborne Nursery

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. With Outstanding Ofsted reports since 2009… Read more about Bay Tree Montessori Nursery

Tops Day Nursery - Pokesdown, Bournemouth, offers a professional early years' childcare service and education to children of pre-school age, from as young as three months, as well as running a 'hi 5's club' for youngsters from the age of five to 11 years. There… Read more about Tops Day Nurseries: Pokesdown Nursery

*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 an excellent learning through play environment to… Read more about Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery

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 to the local Jurassic Coast, the setting offers… Read more about Tops Day Nurseries: Wareham Nursery

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 for 1-2 sessions per week to enjoy lots of nature-based… Read more about Kings Castle Lodge

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. By providing a positive environment with lots… Read more about Jack and Jill Day Nursery, Corfe Mullen

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 link- https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50249212 Feedback… Read more about Woodland Day Nursery

Welcome to The Old School House Ashley Cross! Are you searching for a nurturing, enjoyable, and secure environment where your child can develop, learn, and play? Look no further! At The Old School House, they are committed to fostering each child's… Read more about The Old School House Nursery & Pre School

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 offers children a happy, safe and nurturing… Read more about Kings Castle Montessori Nursery School

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 children are supported to become confident… Read more about The Old School Nursery (Shapwick) Ltd

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, the nursery offers a home-away-from-home atmosphere… Read more about Redhill Day Nursery

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 and develop. Children are able to make the most of… Read more about Cherry Tree Montessori Nursery

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 focus on individual development, ensuring that… Read more about Cuddles Day Nursery Ltd (Canford Heath)

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 an exceptional reputation, supported by a dedicated… Read more about Rainbow Day Nursery School

Kindred Nursery in Bournemouth is a warm and inviting environment where staff are passionate about the mission to create inspiring worlds full of wonder for little ones to grow and thrive in. By creating days filled with unique moments and opportunities,… Read more about Kindred Bournemouth Nursery and Pre-School

First Steps Nursery in Poole provides high quality care and education for children aged 3 months and over in 3 different groups; Teddy-bears for the youngest children, Sunshines for toddlers and Little Steps and Big Steps pre-schools as well as the popular… Read more about First Steps Day Nursery

Located within the Bournemouth University Sports Campus, Mighty Oaks Day Nursery and Preschool offers 65 acres of outdoor space, including fields, woodland, play areas and astroturf pitches. Children under 2 years have their own dedicated play room… Read more about Mighty Oaks Day Nursery & Preschool

The Corner House Day Nursery provides outstanding care for children aged up to 5 years, 51 weeks per year achieving an ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating in 2017. The nursery offers full and part day sessions and located close to Bournemouth town centre… Read more about The Corner House Day Nursery

Set in the historic Cooper Dean Pavilion in central Bournemouth, Dean Park Nursery caters for families with children from 3 months to 5 years. The nursery opens each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, throughout the year and has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted in… Read more about Dean Park Day Nursery