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Hopscotch Portswood, situated in a residential area convenient for local families, offers reliable and quality childcare in a spacious, welcoming and well-resourced environment.
The team work hard to ensure children are happy during their time at the nursery, encouraging their confidence, curiosity and self-esteem through consistent support and guidance. With a focus on play-led learning, the team celebrate children as individuals, encouraging them to learn through their own interests, wants...
Funding & Fees
Full Day: 08:00 - 18:00 - £74.60
Morning: 08:00 - 13:00 - £47.55
Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:00 - £45.80
School Day (7 hours only between 08.00 - 16.30): £62.25
Additional Charges – when in receipt of Free Entitlement.
Charges are applied at a rate of £2.75 per funded hour and reviewed annually in line with fee increases.
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
NoGroup/Owner
- Hopscotch Day Nurseries Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rebecca Steel (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 18
Total Places for Children
- 85
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday 07:30-18:00
- Tuesday 07:30-18:00
- Wednesday 07:30-18:00
- Thursday 07:30-18:00
- Friday 07:30-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays
Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood Reviews (68)
Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.856) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood has 68 reviews.
Our little boy started at Hopscotch Portswood back in February. We were really anxious as parents sending him into a nursery setting as he'd never been away from home or in the care of anyone else before. It took him a while to settle in and often drop-offs/collections were very tearful - but all the staff were so patient and affectionate towards him. Fast forwards a few months and he's flourishing so much. All the staff are so kind and supportive of him. It's so lovely to receive smiley pictures and positive updates throughout the day. He's come on leaps and bounds, and his progress is seen at home too!! All the staff in the Waddlers room are amazing, and he has such a close relationship with his Key Worker which again is so reassuring as parents! We've just had our first parents evening and it was lovely to hear how well they know our son and how attuned they are to his needs!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. It's wonderful to hear how much your little boy has grown in confidence. We completely understand how emotional those first few weeks can be, both for children and parents, so we're delighted that our team was able to provide the...
My little boy started at hopscotch when he was 9 months old, in the baby room. He has now progressed into the Waddler room. I have seen how much he has developed with the support of both rooms. He loves all the girls in the rooms and goes into nursery so happy everyday. We get a lovely hand over each day he is in, aswell as detailed app updates. I love the weekly round up at the end of the week that shows all the amazing opportunities and activities they have throughout the week. My little boy loves the food and gets to try a huge range of different foods. The management team are always on hand to support when needs and are present within the rooms to greet the children. I would 100% reccomemnded Hopscotch Portswood.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It's wonderful to hear how well your little boy has settled and progressed from the baby room to the Waddler room. We're so pleased he comes in happy each day and enjoys his time with the team. We're glad you value the daily updates, weekly round-ups, and...
Since the age of 9 months our daughter has attended Hopscotch Portswood. She's been in the Baby room, Waddlers and Toddlers. We've been really happy with our experience with all the Staff in all the rooms. Our daughter is happy and confident and loves attending. She does loads of fun activities, songs goes in the garden frequently and eats really well. The day has structure so she knows what to expect and they all sit down for meals together on little tables and chairs. On collection we get a daily handover and I feel all room Staff know her well. The atmosphere is pretty much always organised and calm.
Thank you for sharing such a lovely review of your experience with us. We're so pleased to hear how happy and confident your daughter is, and that she enjoys the variety of activities, time outdoors, and daily routines. It's wonderful to know the structure of the day and our mealtime approach are...
We have been vey impressed with our time at Hopscotch for our two children. The care is excellent; they care deeply about the children, their development and nurturing. Our children have really blossomed in their skill development, knowledge and in confidence. The preparation for school is very valuable and the activities are varied and highly engaging as well as fun. The staff communicate very well with parents in providing updates, discussing assessments/observations and the support in areas of difficulty has been excellent. I would highly recommend this company to others.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and for taking the time to share your experience. We're absolutely delighted to hear how much your children have enjoyed their time with us and how well they are progressing in their development, confidence, and skills. It's fantastic to know that you...
My son go to the Nursery the staff so nice and friendly helpful my Son love go to the Nursery my son is four years old. He learned so much day it is good for kids development when you're working and then your mum to
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review, we are so happy your son enjoys nursery and has learned so much in his time with us. Having those daily interactions is so good for development and we are so pleased we can support this. We truly appreciate your continued trust and support.
The staff are amazing, they build good relationships with parents and most importantly the children. Great choice of messy play, crafts, outside play available every day. My little one loves coming here and I feel safe sending her here. Management are also really helpful and approachable and hands on. I'm so glad we chose Hopscotch.
Thank you for your lovely feedback - we're so pleased to hear how happy your little one is at Hopscotch. Building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents is incredibly important to us, so it's wonderful to know that you feel confident and reassured leaving your child in our...
Overall, a fantastic journey for my daughter. My daughter started at Hopscotch Nursery in May last year, and since then, it has been a truly positive experience for both her and us. From the very beginning, the staff were caring, attentive, and patient, which helped her settle in comfortably. Over time, she has grown very fond of her carers and formed lovely friendships, which is evident in her excitement and enthusiasm every morning when going to nursery. As parents, we have seen remarkable progress in her confidence, social skills, and overall development. The variety of activities offered, both indoors and outdoors, has played a significant role in supporting her growth and curiosity. We appreciate the outdoor play space and the opportunity for children to engage with nature regularly. I am extremely pleased with her progress and grateful to the Hopscotch team for providing such a nurturing and stimulating environment.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review. We are absolutely delighted to hear about your daughter's journey with us and the progress she has made since joining Hopscotch. It means a great deal to know that she has built strong relationships with our team,...
We're very pleased that we chose Hopscotch!
Thank you for taking the time to review Hopscotch Portswood and choosing Hopscotch to care for your daughter. We are so happy with how quickly she settled and how much progress she has made. It is great to hear how much she loves the food and experiencing trying new things
Overall, a fantastic nursery. My daughter has become so much more confident with her speech and has really enjoyed her mornings at the setting. They have a variety of play from garden play to messy play which my daughter has really enjoyed and to mention there is a real family feel to Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Hopscotch Portswood & choosing Hopscotch to care for her. We are so proud of the progress your daughter as made in her time here. We are proud of our family feel nursery, and am glad you can see this also. Kind regards, Nursery Manager
Our son joined Hopscotch Pre-School in September 2024 - he has absolutely thrived. The staff in the Pre-School room are exceptional as are all the staff we have encountered throughout the setting. Our daughter is due to join the baby room from June 2025.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Hopscotch Portswood. We are so proud of the progress your son has made in his time with us & we are so excited for your daughter to be starting soon to! Kind regards, Nursery Manager
Our son started at Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood in September and we have been so pleased with everything the nursery has had to offer! He absolutely loves going, the staff and management are amazing and everyone has been so welcoming and supportive! He loves the facilities inside and outside and we can't wait for him to have some more brilliant experiences in the outdoor facilities as the weather gets warmer! Communication is also excellent between nursery and home and they are always absolutely on it! We are so glad we made the choice to send him here!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. Your kind words mean the world to myself & the team. It has been an absolute pleasure to be part of your families journey, and we look forward to continuing to work alongside you as he develops further.
We're very happy with the level of care provided, from the wide range of activities to the healthy and nutritious food offered, and the warmth and kindness of the staff. Like many nurseries, there are frequent staff changes/new starters, but at Hopscotch, they do a fantastic job of keeping parents updated with everything. Their communication is excellent, and we always feel informed and reassured about our son's care.
We're so grateful for the wonderful team at Hopscotch and highly recommend it to any parents.
Thank you for taking the time to give us such a lovely review; this has been an absolute pleasure to read. We are so proud of the progress your son has made in his time with us, and we absolutely adore his cheeky personality! We are glad to hear that you are seeing so many advantages and benefits of him attending Hopscotch Portswood.
Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood is a fantastic nursery. As first-time parents, we were concerned about leaving our little one with others and it has really made it pain-free. We find the staff really friendly and helpful, and they have a lot of patience for all our questions. Our little one really loves going, even though he is shy at times and we really appreciate all the updates.
Thank you for taking the time to review Hopscotch Portswood. It has been a pleasure caring for your little one, and we are so proud of the progress he has made with us whilst in our care.
The nursery itself is also wonderful, with big spacious rooms, and lots for the babies to do and explore. We're always hearing about the different activities that they're getting up to.
We couldn't ask for more!
Thank you for taking the time to give Hopscotch Portswood such a lovely review. It is a pleasure to read how happy you are with our service!
My daughter initially struggled with the transition from home to nursery but the team at Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood were very accommodating and supportive. Nursery is now a highlight of the week and she can't wait to get in!
Thank you for your review. We are so proud of how far she has come and love being the highlight of her week. Kind regards, Nursery Manager
All of the staff in the Babies and Waddler team have taken the time to get to know her and understand her needs. Our daughter is always so happy at drop off and pick up and has clearly already created really strong bonds with staff and her keyworker.
After each week at nursery she is doing something new at home, it's amazing to see her development each week. We also love the regular updates on how she is doing from her keyworker.
As a family, we highly recommend Hopscotch Portswood.
Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how happy you are with our services. We are incredibly proud of how well your daughter has settled in. We love playing the hat game with her. Kind regards, Nursery Manager
The staff at Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood have made us feel welcome and supported after our first child joined them in October. It's a tough transition for the whole family but they've been very gentle and encouraged our little boy to become more confident and settled there. He now waves us off as we leave. They have a good routine and healthy menu, the new garden is great and they try to take the little ones out each day, weather permitting. Everyone is kind and takes the time to get to know the little ones and us.
Thank you for taking the time to give us such a lovely review. It is truly appreciated. We have loved being a part of your songs journey and love hearing him saying all these new words. Kind regards, Nursery Manager.
We absolutely adore Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood and would recommend it to everyone. Our twins have been there 3-4 days a week since they were 9 months old they are now 21 months and they have absolutely thrived. My maternity leave was quite limited so I was anxious about having to leave them quite early, but they settled in with no trouble and we always feel so confident walking away in the morning. The baby rooms are so lovely, light and airy and the garden was a real selling point, huge and newly renovated to a high standard. Staff are excellent, incredibly caring and have built wonderful relationships with the girls. They notice immediately if anything is wrong and always keep you fully informed. They have also always helped me in with the girls in the morning as having two can be a bit of a handful. They couldn't be more attentive or reliable and I honestly couldn't thank them enough. If there is a space here, take it, you will not regret it.
Thank you for such a lovely review for Hopscotch Portswood. We have truly loved looking after your girls and seeing them flourish and blossom into their characters. Kind regards, Nursery Manager.
I love the care and attention Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood gives to my daughter, I feel well updated on her care as well any special needs they address with my daughter. Her speech has come a long way since starting Hopscotch and I can see a difference in the way she plays and explores the world. My daughter adores all the staff and can see they all genuinely love to care for all the children. The facilities and activities they do with her are amazing and I have no complaints at all.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Hopscotch Portswood. It was been a pleasure to look after your daughter. We are so proud of the progress she has made since starting with us in September. Kind regards, Nursery Manager.
The nursery is bright and welcoming, with plenty of toys and a safe outdoor play area.
The caregivers are friendly and attentive, and they genuinely seem to care about the children.
I love the variety of activities they offer, from arts and crafts to story time, which keeps them engaged and learning.
The staff keeps me updated on my daughter's progress and any daily highlights, which I really appreciate.
I highly recommend Hopscotch Day Nursery to any parent looking for a caring and educational environment for their children. I look forward to seeing both continue to grow and thrive in this wonderful setting.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Hopscotch Portswood. We are so pleased to hear how much you and the girls love our nursery. It has been so lovely to watch them blossom and grow!
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- Recipient: Hopscotch Day Nurseries Group LtdDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: Hopscotch Day Nurseries Group LtdDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
- Recipient: Hopscotch Day Nurseries Group LtdDate: Friday 28 Apr 2023
Meet the Team (2)
At Hopscotch Portswood, we strive to deliver rich, meaningful interactions which allow children to be creative, show care and courage. We want our children to be happy, 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 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 have a beautiful outside space which is used throughout all the weather, and we offer free-flow play to allow children to express their own independence and choice. We have a fabulous team of people with a range of experiences and specialities.
I'm Alice and I am the Deputy Manager here at Hopscotch Portswood, I joined Hopscotch in December 2022 as a Room Leader. As a mum, I am passionate about providing the best quality childcare for our families and enjoy watching the children grow in confidence and seeing them develop over their time with us.
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 extend their learning through their interests, wants and needs. Our desire is for children to experience play-based learning. Learning that should be fun, engaging and suitably challenging.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood
What is the Age Range of Children that Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood accepts?
Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood Open?
Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.
How many Children does Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood have capacity for?
Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood has capacity for a total of 85 Children.
How far is Hopscotch Day Nursery Portswood to the centre of Southampton?
1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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