Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

The Guard House, Mumby Road, Gosport PO12 1NY
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9.1 78 Reviews
  • Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport, Gosport
Welcome to Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport.

Opened in 2005 the Nursery is located in two beautiful grade II listed buildings and is ideally positioned to access either public transport and the ferry or the main routes out to Fareham.

Gosport has large spacious rooms with direct access to outdoor play areas.

The main nursery building accommodates children across two rooms - toddlers and preschool, and the second separate building houses the under two's age group.

The best way to get to know the nursery is to visit and look at what they can offer families where parents can meet and talk to a dedicated childcare team who are proud to meet the needs of each individual child cared for whilst providing the very highest standard of early years care and education.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Georgia Graham (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Breakfast Club: 07:30 - 08:00 - £5.35
    Full Day: 08:00 - 18:00 - £59.80
    Morning: 08:00 - 13:00 - £41.25
    Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:00 - £39.85
    School Day (7 hours only between 08.00 - 16.30): £55.50

  • Fees applicable from 1st March 2024, and are increased annually.
    Additional Charges – when in receipt of Free Entitlement.
    Charges are applied at a rate of £2.25 per funded hour and reviewed annually in line with fee increases.
    For more information please visit our website.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Closed all Bank Holidays & Christmas

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport Reviews (78)

9.1

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.132) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport has 78 reviews.

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Review from Gemma W (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has settled in really well and absolutely loves her days at nursery. The staff are wonderful, so warm and friendly. She has already done a range of different activities and the updates on the app, showing us what she’s been doing, are regular. A highly recommended nursery.
Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport
Hi Gemma, so glad she is enjoying her time at Hopscotch and you're getting lots of Tapestry posts. Lucy
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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has settled in amazingly. All the staff are confident and fantastic in their job role. I feel assured he is safe and looked after well.
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Review from Danielle P (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started through all the crazy COVID, and even though this wasn’t the “norm” for the staff, you would never have known. His settle sessions went very smoothly, the staff made us feel very welcome, and there was a relationship established from the beginning. Now two months in, he is very
settled and goes into nursery each day with his outstretched arms to the girls with no hesitation. Considering the fact I have never been in the building he attends, I know that he is safe and secure within the environment and absolutely loves his days there. His confidence has grown so much since being there and loves the food he is given at mealtimes. He is thriving so much, and it’s so lovely to see. Makes the decision to return back to work worthwhile to see my baby having fun and making friends. Thank you, Hopscotch.
Reply from Freya Derrick, Managing Director at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport
Thank you for such a glowing review - it's so lovely to have you with us.
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, all staff have been brilliant in helping to settle my daughter into nursery during these strange COVID times. I've just gone back to work after being on maternity leave and was anxious about leaving her - I had no need to be! She has settled so well, she even holds her arms out to the
staff when we drop her off in the mornings. The end of day handovers are excellent and she always looks like she's had lots of fun. I can't recommend this nursery highly enough.
Reply from Freya Derrick, Managing Director at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport
Thank you so much for such a lovely review - this year has been strange indeed, so we're thrilled to hear that everything has been so smooth for you and your daughter.
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Review from Jade W (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would definitely recommend this nursery, all the staff are amazing. They helped me and my little one with the extra help he needed. Would highly recommend this nursery. Thank you all for the support.
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Review from Emily S (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son struggled to go to nursery for a long time and I was tempted to take him out. I sat and had a chat with the members of the staff there and felt more confident in leaving my son there. They have been amazing and don't mind me ringing them constantly, he still has some bad mornings when he is left,
but he's always fine afterwards. They have done an amazing job in building a relationship with him and ensuring that he can trust them whilst he is there. I've seen a major difference in the last year and it's all down to them. Happy mummy. Thank you, girls.
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Review from Paris G (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended from the age of 2-3 and she absolutely loved it. The only reason we changed nursery was due to moving house. She made amazing bonds with certain staff members, who are still friends now. She always enjoyed going and did so much stuff.
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Review from Clare M (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Hopscotch for about 3 years. At the time of going, I couldn't fault the nursery. 18 months later the nursery has had many staff changes, with many staff leaving, this lead to my daughter having many different key workers in a short space of time, which wasn't great for her
as it was unsettling. I felt that the whole of the nursery setting really suffered. Over the last few months changes are starting to happen and there seems to be a slight improvement.
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Review from Emily P (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery.
Facilities are fab and all staff are great.
My son absolutely loves it here.
He started at the age of 1 and watching him grow and learn through the support of the staff here is amazing.
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Review from Claire P (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic, well-managed nursery with lovely staff who are genuinely committed to the safety and happiness of the children. My son loves it there and I can go to work without having to worry about him.
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Review from Emma C (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not be happier with all the staff that work in the nursery they show really care and commitment to the children. They have worked hard to build a strong relationship with my daughter who loves them all. My daughter has developed well since being in the nursery just over a year and is much
more confident. The preparation they putting in for starting school is fantastic and feel this will ease the change of environment in September. Thank you to everyone there fantastic nurturing environment.
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Review from Claire L (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been using Hopscotch since my eldest started in 2011. After looking at another nearby nursery, there was no comparison. The facilities at Hopscotch were so much better presented and in good condition. The staff were welcoming and took a genuine interest in making it the best place for my son.
So full of confidence, I enrolled my second son in 2016 and was not disappointed. The staff are still amazing and the setting has only got better - they really make it a great place for the children to learn, have fun and grow in. The feedback I get at the end of each session is spot on and they get to know each child, their needs and development. Even when youngest has moody morning, they are there to greet him with a smile and he soon settles down - they know what he needs and wants. My youngest loves his time at nursery and my eldest has great memories - in fact, they still remember him when he comes to pick his little brother :)
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Review from Ali (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a lovely nursery. The staff are great with my son, brilliant and patient at settling him down in the mornings. We are always greeted with a friendly smile. They offer a wide range of activities. The setting is clean and hygienic and the menu provided is varied and nutritious. The hand over at
the end of the session is detailed, so I always know what he's been up to, what he's eaten, if he's napped, etc. The tapestry app is great too. Overall, we are really pleased we enrolled him here.
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Review from Belinda O (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hopscotch is a fantastic nursery, which has provided excellent care to my daughter since the age of 11 months. The staff are caring and great fun. My child's key skills have developed and she fascinates me with all the different activities she gets up to. She enjoys a wide variety of food and eats it
all, including seconds. I would highly recommend Hopscotch.
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Review from Leanne B (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm extremely happy that my son goes to nursery here. The staff make us feel so welcome each morning - even the staff who aren't in my son's room know who he is and say hello. The handovers they do at the end of each day are great, I find out about everything. How much he's eaten from each of his meals,
his nap times, his toilet times and about all of the lovely activities he has joined in on that day. They also do tapestry online journals so it's really easy to keep up with what he has been doing and what milestones he is reaching. My son loves going in each morning and it always so excited to see the lovely ladies that work with him.
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Review from Claire M (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is very happy and at home here, I can work happily knowing she is safe and happy. Most days she doesn't want to come home. She loves all her ladies and friends and they love her.
She is learning all the time and is ahead of where she should be for her age.
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Review from Catherine M (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing and caring staff always reassuring the parents and supporting children. Very good parent and teacher communication both verbally and written.
My child has attachment issues and the member of staff he wants on the day is always happy to help and support him with what he needs.
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Review from Sam F (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely friendly nursery. My little one has settled in very quickly and always seems to enjoy their time there. Communication is fab and I always know what my little one has done during their time there.
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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.132)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.132) out of 10 for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 10 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.576 for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is calculated as follows: ( (104 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (6 Poors x 2) + (4 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.576
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.556 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is based on 10 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 90 number of registered child places is 18. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 18 = 0.556
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Georgia Graham

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2022

Hi, I am Georgia and I am the Manager of Hopscotch Gosport. I joined the Hopscotch team in 2022 to become the Manager of our brand new Portswood site and moved to manage Gosport 2025. I am qualified for PGCE in Primary Education. I have worked in nurseries for 12 years and took a short break to teach in Reception and Year 1 before returning to Early Years.


At Hopscotch Gosport, we strive to deliver rich meaningful interactions which allow children to be creative and show care and courage. We want our children to be happy, and confident and have a clear sense of self and belonging within their world, including their local community. We believe in recognising, and celebrating children as individuals, and extending their learning through their interests, wants and needs. Our desire is that children to experience play-based learning.


Learning that should be fun, engaging and suitably challenging. Adults provide high-quality interactions and create meaningful bonds with their children and our families to ensure they are positive role models for learning and provide a home-from-home experience.


We share a passion for high-quality interactions and supporting families and children in our local community.


Come and view our beautiful setting in Gosport and meet our dedicated team who are happy to answer all your questions.

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