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Tops Day Nurseries is a family of 29-day nurseries across the south, covering Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset and Devon.
Tops Day Nurseries is the most sustainable childcare and educational group in the UK. In practice, this means children are actively engaged in reducing, re-using and recycling resources; in growing and caring...
Tops Day Nurseries is starting to offer open days and show arounds again, get in touch to find out more!
Tops Day Nurseries is a family of 29-day nurseries across the south, covering Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset and Devon.
Tops Day Nurseries is the most sustainable childcare and educational group in the UK. In practice, this means children are actively engaged in reducing, re-using and recycling resources; in growing and caring for animals and learning to respect each other and the environment.
Behind the scenes, Tops are working on a whole host of actions too to ensure all buildings eco-ratings are improving; that waste is separated effectively so that food waste goes to farms if possible, and is incinerated for energy if not, that none of the waste goes to landfill.
Tops area managers even have electric-only vehicles to avoid making the environment any worse for children from driving around.
The group provides children with a happy and secure environment where trained and qualified staff nurture their development through a range of activities, including messy play, cooking, problem-solving, storytelling, creative play and trips out.
Extra-curricular activities are also offered.
These include Tops forest school, tooth brushing, meditation, Tops cooking school and rugby rangers.
The nurseries care for children aged between three months and five years and offer 2, 3 and 4-year-old funding.
Staff at Tops Day Nurseries pride themselves on offering flexible hours tailored to parents’ and carers’ needs, where they can save money by booking to the nearest 15 minutes.
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Accepts government funding
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Opening ScheduleOpen All Year
Age Range3 mths - 5 yrs
Sessions Offered
Full Day
Half Day
Size104 places
Tops Day Nurseries Reviews (1686)
8.5
Tops Day Nurseries has a Group Review Score of 8.5 (8.514) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Tops Day Nurseries must have a Review Score.
Staff are all friendly. They all know my child by name and know him well.
I also love the paperless approach, everything is managed on the app so there is no faffing around with paper.
Communications is always responded to quickly.
Highly recommend this nursery.
Staff are all friendly. They all know my child by name and know him well.
I also love the paperless approach, everything is managed on the app so there is no faffing around with paper.
Communications is always responded to quickly.
Highly recommend this nursery.
↩Reply from Ella Crossen-White, Digital Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Muscliff Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted your child is known and valued by all our staff, and that you're finding our paperless, app-based approach so helpful. Quick, clear communication is important to us, so it's wonderful to hear you're experiencing that. Thank you for recommending us.
Very good and flexible nursery. Our older son spent some truly lovely years here, starting in the babies room and staying all the way through to Preschool. It has been amazing to see how much he has grown, learned and developed during his time here.
We also have our younger son at the nursery, who...
Very good and flexible nursery. Our older son spent some truly lovely years here, starting in the babies room and staying all the way through to Preschool. It has been amazing to see how much he has grown, learned and developed during his time here. We also have our younger son at the nursery, who absolutely loved it from the very beginning. Both of our boys have made wonderful friendships here and have developed great social skills and the ability to work and play as part of a group. The nursery staff are truly fantastic. They are caring, warm and have such a wonderful approach to children. We have always felt that our children are happy, safe and well looked after. The office team are also brilliant. We have never had any problems, and whenever there is something important to deal with, it is handled quickly, professionally and efficiently.
We are incredibly grateful for all the care, support and wonderful memories our children have gained here. We would highly recommend this nursery
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Pokesdown Nursery
Thank you so much , for your review. We're incredibly pleased to hear how happy both of your boys have been during their time with us. It's been a pleasure watching them grow, learn and develop and we're so grateful to have been part of their journey. Your kind words about our nursery and team mean so much to us. Thank you for your continued trust and for recommending Tops Pokesdown!
I would recommend Tops day nursery to anybody currently looking for childcare or look for change. My son was visiting this nursery 1.5 years and I regret not to start with them right the way! My son is enjoyed every single day, had so much fun and learnt so many things! Their programs Forest School...
I would recommend Tops day nursery to anybody currently looking for childcare or look for change. My son was visiting this nursery 1.5 years and I regret not to start with them right the way! My son is enjoyed every single day, had so much fun and learnt so many things! Their programs Forest School and Cooking school, visiting carehome for in Southbourne, were absolutely great experiences for my son. Amazing, loving, friendly and very helpful staff!
The best nursery we could ever choose!
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Pokesdown Nursery
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review! It means so much to the whole Tops Pokesdown team to hear how happy your son has been during his time with us. We're delighted that he has enjoyed all the adventures and experiences on offer, from Forest School and Cooking School to our visits into the local community. Thank you!
We honestly couldn't recommend Tops Day Nursery enough. Our son has been going since he was just 9 months old and is now almost 2, and it has been so lovely to see how much he has grown, developed and thrived during his time there.
He loves going in, and it's so lovely to see how excited and happy...
We honestly couldn't recommend Tops Day Nursery enough. Our son has been going since he was just 9 months old and is now almost 2, and it has been so lovely to see how much he has grown, developed and thrived during his time there. He loves going in, and it's so lovely to see how excited and happy he is every morning. Knowing he is so settled, content and so well cared for gives us complete peace of mind. Our son loves all the staff there, and so do Mummy and Daddy! We'd especially like to give a huge shout out to the Baby Room. Our boy absolutely loves it in there and has formed such a special bond with Christina, Betty, Rach and Happy. They have all been so wonderful with him and clearly care about him so much, which means the world to us as parents.
It's clear that the whole team genuinely love what they do, and that really shines through in the care, kindness and attention they give to the children. We're so grateful for everything they do.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Pokesdown Nursery
Thank you for trusting Tops Pokesdown with your little one since he was just 9 months old. It's wonderful to hear how much he has grown in confidence and development, and especially that he comes through our doors each morning so happy and excited!
We'll be sure to share your very kind words with...
Thank you for trusting Tops Pokesdown with your little one since he was just 9 months old. It's wonderful to hear how much he has grown in confidence and development, and especially that he comes through our doors each morning so happy and excited!
We'll be sure to share your very kind words with Christina, Betty, Rach and Happy - we know how much they care about the little ones, and it's so special to hear that he has formed such strong bonds with them. Thank you!
My daughter has been at this nursery for almost a year. She settled really quickly and still loves going in every day and comes out smiling. The nursery has improved since Adam joined - it is nice to see a manager that makes such a huge effort to get to know the children and families. All the staff...
My daughter has been at this nursery for almost a year. She settled really quickly and still loves going in every day and comes out smiling. The nursery has improved since Adam joined - it is nice to see a manager that makes such a huge effort to get to know the children and families. All the staff are lovely and are brilliant with my daughter and seem like they really care about her. There has never been as issue if I have had to change her hours at short notice and the daily diaries and regular observations are very reassuring and keep me up to date with all her activities. I have no concerns with my daughter attending this nursery and would recommend it to anyone.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
Thank you so much for your review, Rachel! It's fantastic to hear how well your daughter has settled in and that she still comes in and leaves with a smile! We really appreciate your kind words about Adam and the team. It means a lot to know you feel she is well cared for and that our diaries and...
Thank you so much for your review, Rachel! It's fantastic to hear how well your daughter has settled in and that she still comes in and leaves with a smile! We really appreciate your kind words about Adam and the team. It means a lot to know you feel she is well cared for and that our diaries and observations help keep you reassured and involved in her day. Thank you also for mentioning the flexibility around her hours and our daily diaries and observations. We're delighted that these give you reassurance and help you feel connected to everything she's been doing and learning. Thank you for recommending Parkstone, we're so pleased to have your daughter with us!
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 and attached to me she didn't settle well at all. However at Tops, she has created some lovely bonds with staff here and that has given me a lot of comfort , as...
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 and attached to me she didn't settle well at all. However at Tops, she has created some lovely bonds with staff here and that has given me a lot of comfort , as well as this she always has lots of fun throughout the day and is fed well with healthy snacks and lunch! I have noticed she has become more sociable with other children her age when we're at soft play and has become more confident in herself. I would recommend tops to anyone!
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! It's great to hear how well your daughter has settled in since joining us in July, especially after finding her previous nursery a difficult experience. We're so pleased that she has built lovely bonds with our team and is feeling...
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! It's great to hear how well your daughter has settled in since joining us in July, especially after finding her previous nursery a difficult experience. We're so pleased that she has built lovely bonds with our team and is feeling happy, secure and confident in our care. It's also lovely to hear that she is enjoying her days with us, making friends, having fun and enjoying her healthy meals and snacks. Seeing her confidence grow and watching her become more sociable is fantastic. Thank you for putting your trust in Tops and for recommending us to others. Your words are truly appreciated by the whole team!
My child's been going to this nursery for over 6 months now and she runs in the door every morning and absolutely loves all the staff. Absolutely lovely nursery and all the staff are absolutely fantastic eith the kids
My child's been going to this nursery for over 6 months now and she runs in the door every morning and absolutely loves all the staff. Absolutely lovely nursery and all the staff are absolutely fantastic eith the kids
↩Reply from Ella Crossen-White, Digital Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Havant Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words - it means the world to our team to hear that your child runs in every morning and loves being here. We're so proud to be a nursery where children feel happy, safe and excited to learn, and it's wonderful to know our staff are making such a positive difference.
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 her best interests and supported her through the good times and the challenges! Their SEND support has been second to none and the love and support these staff...
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 her best interests and supported her through the good times and the challenges! Their SEND support has been second to none and the love and support these staff give those children (and the parents!) has gone above and beyond what I could ever have hoped for. My little one is now onto her next big step but she will look back with fond memories of everyone who supported her so well and made her feel loved!
There have been significant improvements to the nursery and the children's development since Adam took over as interim manager and we hope he continues to be manager. Any questions or queries have been dealt with without delay and very efficiently. Recent adaptations to the outside space have...
There have been significant improvements to the nursery and the children's development since Adam took over as interim manager and we hope he continues to be manager. Any questions or queries have been dealt with without delay and very efficiently. Recent adaptations to the outside space have really improved the area. It's a great setting with such friendly, caring and welcoming staff. The environment is truly child-centred, and it's clear that the children's happiness, development and individual needs are always a priority. Our son and daughter started in September 2025 and have both thoroughly enjoyed their time at the nursery so far, we feel very reassured knowing they are in such a supportive and nurturing environment. The staff are approachable, attentive and genuinely care about the children.
We would highly recommend Tops Day Nurseries Parkstone to other parents looking for a warm, friendly and child-focused nursery.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. It's wonderful to hear how happy and settled your son and daughter are at Tops Parkstone, and that you feel reassured knowing they're in such a caring and supportive environment.
We're really pleased that you've noticed the positive...
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. It's wonderful to hear how happy and settled your son and daughter are at Tops Parkstone, and that you feel reassured knowing they're in such a caring and supportive environment.
We're really pleased that you've noticed the positive changes around the nursery, especially in our outdoor space, we'll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to the team and to Adam too! Thank you for trusting us with your children and for recommending us to other families.
My Son has been attending Tops since he was 7 months old, with him soon to be in his last year before starting school! Tops have played such a vital part in my Son's early years, supporting with his speech, behaviour, potty training and overall just encouraging him to be the fun, outdoorsy, wild...
My Son has been attending Tops since he was 7 months old, with him soon to be in his last year before starting school! Tops have played such a vital part in my Son's early years, supporting with his speech, behaviour, potty training and overall just encouraging him to be the fun, outdoorsy, wild boy that he is. My Son loves attending Tops, with a Monday morning often being 'Yaay, Nursery today'. The staff are so, so wonderful, caring and kind whilst being super fun and engaging! I would highly recommend Tops Parkstone, this was the only Nursery we viewed and enrolled straight away!
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! It's so nice to hear how happy your son is at Tops Parkstone and that he's always so excited to come in, "Yay, nursery today!" is exactly what we love to hear!
Thank you for putting your trust in us over the last few years, we absolutely love having him as part of our Tops family!
Since my daughter started going to Tops Pokesdown, when she was only 8 months old, she had such a great time. Everyday learning and discovering something new, she is happy and I can see she is comfortable. She's made good friendships there and true connections with the staffs. Now she is 2.5y and...
Since my daughter started going to Tops Pokesdown, when she was only 8 months old, she had such a great time. Everyday learning and discovering something new, she is happy and I can see she is comfortable. She's made good friendships there and true connections with the staffs. Now she is 2.5y and its so nice that everyday she has a different story to tell me about her day.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Pokesdown Nursery
It's so special to hear how happy and settled your daughter has been since joining us at just 8 months old. We love knowing that she's learning, discovering new things and building friendships and connections with the team.
And now she's 2.5, we can imagine how lovely it must be to hear all about...
It's so special to hear how happy and settled your daughter has been since joining us at just 8 months old. We love knowing that she's learning, discovering new things and building friendships and connections with the team. And now she's 2.5, we can imagine how lovely it must be to hear all about her day and the little stories she comes home with!
It's a real pleasure being part of her journey, and we're so happy she's enjoying her time with us at Tops Pokesdown.
My cousin started Tops Parkstone in June and he absolutely loves it there! Staff are so welcoming and he's settled so quickly. Food is amazing and healthy for the children and you can tell how much the staff want the children to blossom!
My cousin started Tops Parkstone in June and he absolutely loves it there! Staff are so welcoming and he's settled so quickly. Food is amazing and healthy for the children and you can tell how much the staff want the children to blossom!
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
We are so glad your cousin loves his time at Tops Parkstone. It's wonderful to know you're happy with our healthy meals, and your kind words about our staff mean so much. Helping every child grow, flourish, and reach their full potential is at the heart of everything we do. Thank you for your support!
From day one, they have been amazingly reassuring and completely eased all my worries as a parent. Seeing how happy and well-cared for my son is every single day gives me total peace of mind. They have also been attentive during his settling period which has only further eased any potential...
From day one, they have been amazingly reassuring and completely eased all my worries as a parent. Seeing how happy and well-cared for my son is every single day gives me total peace of mind. They have also been attentive during his settling period which has only further eased any potential worries.
All the staff are incredibly welcoming and helpful, but a particular special mention to Adam, Jas, Lucy and Mitron who have all been brilliant! Highly recommend!
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
We are so pleased to hear your son is so happy at Tops and that we have been able to ease any worries during his settling period. It's lovely to hear that you have total peace of mind knowing he is well cared for every day. Thank you for your kind words about our team, especially Adam, Jas, Lucy and Mitron, we will be sure to pass them on. Thank you for your lovely review.
I feel Payton's speech has come on really well. The staff always take the time to have one on one with Payton. The staff keep the app well updated with every milestone Payton does.
I feel Payton's speech has come on really well. The staff always take the time to have one on one with Payton. The staff keep the app well updated with every milestone Payton does.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Salisbury Nursery
That's amazing to hear how much Payton's speech has developed; we're also glad you have a positive experience using our app to receive updates on Payton's milestones and achievements. Thank you for leaving your kind review.
My son has a wonderful time here, meeting friends, playing and enjoying himself.
Everyday is a learning journey for him where he is able to express himself and his time in the nursery. We are so proud seeing him grow and learn in safe hands. The staffs are lovely and accommodating. The management...
My son has a wonderful time here, meeting friends, playing and enjoying himself.
Everyday is a learning journey for him where he is able to express himself and his time in the nursery. We are so proud seeing him grow and learn in safe hands. The staffs are lovely and accommodating. The management is very supportive too.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Salisbury Nursery
We are so pleased to hear your Son has a wonderful time at Tops Salisbury and is able to express himself fully. It's lovely to hear how proud of him you are and your experience with our staff and management has been positive too. Thank you for your lovely review.
My daughters are very happy at Tops and the staff here have been great in supporting their development.
My daughters are very happy at Tops and the staff here have been great in supporting their development.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Salisbury Nursery
Thank you for reviewing Tops Salisbury, it's lovely to hear both of your daughters are happy at Tops and you are happy with how are staff have encouraged their development.
My daughter has enjoyed coming here. The staff have been good with her.
My daughter has enjoyed coming here. The staff have been good with her.
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Salisbury Nursery
Thank you for review for Tops Salisbury, we're glad to hear your daughter loves spending time at our nursery and you have had a pleasant experience with our staff too.
Absolutely amazing staff. My daughter is always happy when I pick her up. She has thrived here, showing incredible growth in her confidence, communication, and social skills. Especially with potty training now. The variety of engaging activities-from messy play to outdoor exploration ( Which I can...
Absolutely amazing staff. My daughter is always happy when I pick her up. She has thrived here, showing incredible growth in her confidence, communication, and social skills. Especially with potty training now. The variety of engaging activities-from messy play to outdoor exploration ( Which I can see pictures of on the app, amazing) -ensures she is always learning while having fun. Couldn't thank you more for all your hard work
↩Reply from Erin Rymes, Marketing Coordinator at Tops Day Nurseries: Parkstone Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear that your daughter is happy and thriving at Tops Parkstone. It's great to know you've seen such positive progress in her confidence, communication, social skills, and potty training. We're also glad you're enjoying the photos and updates on the app.
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