Tops Gillingham is a friendly, active day nursery in Gillingham, Dorset.
It caters for children from three-months-old until they are ready to start school. Tops Gillingham also offers an after school and holiday club service for children aged from 5 years old to 11 years old.
The nursery prides itself as being a special place to which children of all ages love to come; feeling safe, secure, valued and cared for by...
Tops Gillingham is a friendly, active day nursery in Gillingham, Dorset.
It caters for children from three-months-old until they are ready to start school. Tops Gillingham also offers an after school and holiday club service for children aged from 5 years old to 11 years old.
The nursery prides itself as being a special place to which children of all ages love to come; feeling safe, secure, valued and cared for by each other and by committed and motivated staff.
Outside there is an enclosed garden in which children can play, plant and potter. This nursery is part of a group that provides the most eco-sustainable childcare and education in the UK, being respectful of the environment and acting to reduce, re-use and recycle resources is an important part of the culture and routine for the children and staff.
Tops Day Nurseries has recently introduced a number of extracurricular activities such as Tops Cooking School, Tops Forest School, meditation, yoga, Rugby Rangers, Boogie Mites, tooth brushing and much more.
Tops Gillingham can offer funded hours which is available for two, three- and four-year-olds.
While each child is at Tops Gillingham, families are more than happy to call as often as they like to talk to a member of staff about your child and their day at nursery.
During a child’s day at nursery, staff will record important information to share with families, such as sleep times/nappy changes and information about milk/food intake. This information is added to a daily report which is submitted onto EYLOG.
Tops Day Nurseries has introduced a no-added sugar menu to all nurseries, ensuring children start their time at nursery with a nutritional, healthy diet.
Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery has a Review Score of 8.3 (8.346) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery has 69 reviews.
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Review from Sophie S (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My little girl has been attending the baby room since October 2025, she settled in right away and loves all the ladies who work in there especially Abi, Alyssa, Sarah, Anna and Lillie, All the ladies in the room are incredible, they really care about the children and give them so much love. The...
My little girl has been attending the baby room since October 2025, she settled in right away and loves all the ladies who work in there especially Abi, Alyssa, Sarah, Anna and Lillie, All the ladies in the room are incredible, they really care about the children and give them so much love. The activities planned out are very well planned, so much love and effort goes into each activity. My little girl has learnt so much since starting at 8.5 months old, she now waves hello and goodbye and crawling!! The most loveliest baby room!
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you so much for your beautiful review. We're absolutely delighted to hear how well your little girl settled into our baby room and that she loves the team especially Abi, Alyssa, Sarah, Anna and Lillie. We'll be sure to share your kind words with them; it will mean the world.
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Thank you so much for your beautiful review. We're absolutely delighted to hear how well your little girl settled into our baby room and that she loves the team especially Abi, Alyssa, Sarah, Anna and Lillie. We'll be sure to share your kind words with them; it will mean the world. It's wonderful to know you can see the love, care and effort that goes into each activity. Our baby room colleagues put so much thought into creating experiences that support development while still being full of warmth and fun.
Hearing how much she has grown since starting at just 8.5 months, waving hello and goodbye and now crawling, is so special. Thank you for trusting us with her early milestones. We're so proud to be part of her journey and grateful to have such lovely families at Tops.
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Review from Magdalena Z (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Outstanding place, my son has been there for 3 years now and he loves it. Friendly staff, clean place, great menu, professional and helpful admin, nice wooden/natural toys, children are outside often. Can't blame anything, will be sad when this journey is over.
Outstanding place, my son has been there for 3 years now and he loves it. Friendly staff, clean place, great menu, professional and helpful admin, nice wooden/natural toys, children are outside often. Can't blame anything, will be sad when this journey is over.
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear that your son has loved his time with us over the past three years. It's fantastic to know that you appreciate the friendly staff, our clean environment, the nutritious menu, and the thoughtful choice of natural toys. We're also...
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear that your son has loved his time with us over the past three years. It's fantastic to know that you appreciate the friendly staff, our clean environment, the nutritious menu, and the thoughtful choice of natural toys. We're also proud of how often the children get to enjoy outdoor play! It means the world to us that you've had such a positive experience, and while it's bittersweet that this journey will eventually come to an end, we're truly grateful to have been part of your son's development. If there's anything more we can do to support you during these final months, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you again for your kind words!
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Review from Claire J (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Website•
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My little boy loves coming here. It's fair to say my son has some special educational needs.
Tops were the only nursery in the local area which didn't tell me there was a 'waiting list' when they found out other professional services were involved. Tops have gone out of their way to support my...
My little boy loves coming here. It's fair to say my son has some special educational needs.
Tops were the only nursery in the local area which didn't tell me there was a 'waiting list' when they found out other professional services were involved. Tops have gone out of their way to support my son's additional needs and I now have confidence that he will have the correct support in place for his transition to school in September.
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It means the world to us to know that your little boy loves coming to Tops and that we've been able to provide the support he needs. We're passionate about creating an inclusive and nurturing environment for every child, and we're so glad that...
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It means the world to us to know that your little boy loves coming to Tops and that we've been able to provide the support he needs. We're passionate about creating an inclusive and nurturing environment for every child, and we're so glad that we could be there for you and your son. Your trust in us to support his transition to school is such an honour, and we're committed to ensuring he has the right tools and care in place for this important step. Thank you for sharing your experience, it's feedback like this that inspires our team every day.
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Review from S S (Grandmother of Child) published on 15 August 2024 Submitted via Website•
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I would definitely recommend this nursery. My grandson absolutely loved attending, the staff are friendly, polite and understanding. They were professional and really helped him with his stammer issues, I can't thank them enough. After having been for just a few months his confidence had grown...
I would definitely recommend this nursery. My grandson absolutely loved attending, the staff are friendly, polite and understanding. They were professional and really helped him with his stammer issues, I can't thank them enough. After having been for just a few months his confidence had grown immensely. Thank you!
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review and recommendation! We're delighted to hear that your grandson loved attending our nursery and that our team members made a positive impact on his experience. It's wonderful to know that his confidence has grown, and we're so pleased we could help with...
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review and recommendation! We're delighted to hear that your grandson loved attending our nursery and that our team members made a positive impact on his experience. It's wonderful to know that his confidence has grown, and we're so pleased we could help with his stammer. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we're grateful for your trust and support. Thank you for sharing your experience!
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Review from H N (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Website•
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I'm not happy with the service my daughter received and she only attended for two weeks but wasn't settling and picked her up wet and they had not changed her or her nose all the time wasn't cleaned. The worst part was when I then changed her after paying the fees I still had different...
I'm not happy with the service my daughter received and she only attended for two weeks but wasn't settling and picked her up wet and they had not changed her or her nose all the time wasn't cleaned. The worst part was when I then changed her after paying the fees I still had different administration telling me to pay different amounts and when I paid the highest they kept saying I hadn't paid. Their administration is really poor and my child settled at another school in a week and she is happy now.
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry for any inconvenience during your time with us. In pre-school, we encourage children to manage tasks like wiping their noses independently, although sometimes a runny nose is unavoidable, especially with a cold. Regarding payments, it seems there may have...
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry for any inconvenience during your time with us. In pre-school, we encourage children to manage tasks like wiping their noses independently, although sometimes a runny nose is unavoidable, especially with a cold. Regarding payments, it seems there may have been some confusion. The payment you provided us appears to be for another nursery. We've tried to reach out to clarify but haven't been successful. We appreciate your understanding and are here to assist further. Please feel free to contact us to resolve any remaining issues. Thank you.
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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Ever since my child started Tops Day Nurseries, they have grown in confidence, and I am so glad I made the decision for my child to go to this nursery! The staff are really lovely and are always willing to help you with any queries you have!
Ever since my child started Tops Day Nurseries, they have grown in confidence, and I am so glad I made the decision for my child to go to this nursery! The staff are really lovely and are always willing to help you with any queries you have!
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
It brings us immense joy to hear that your child has grown in confidence since joining our nursery. At Tops, we strive to create a nurturing and supportive environment that fosters not only educational development but also personal growth and confidence in every child.
Our dedicated staff takes...
It brings us immense joy to hear that your child has grown in confidence since joining our nursery. At Tops, we strive to create a nurturing and supportive environment that fosters not only educational development but also personal growth and confidence in every child.
Our dedicated staff takes great pride in their roles, and your kind words affirm their commitment to providing a loving and caring atmosphere. We believe that a positive and supportive community is essential for a child's overall well-being, and we are delighted to know that our team's efforts are making a positive impact on your child's journey.
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Review from Kerry I (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Overall this nursery is absolutely fantastic. All the staff are wonderful and care for my son to the highest standard. I have no concerns over the care they provide to my son. It’s a brilliant setting with a lot of exciting things for the children to explore.
The only thing I would say is that...
Overall this nursery is absolutely fantastic. All the staff are wonderful and care for my son to the highest standard. I have no concerns over the care they provide to my son. It’s a brilliant setting with a lot of exciting things for the children to explore.
The only thing I would say is that I am not very happy with the food they serve for children. For example, cous cous, or dahl with a lot of other strange things a parent would not feed their children. My son seems to come home always hungry because he does not like to eat these meals. It would be nice if this could be addressed.
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
We are delighted to hear that you find our nursery absolutely fantastic and that our staff has been providing the highest standard of care for your son. Creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to explore is at the core of what we do, and it's heartening to know that your child...
We are delighted to hear that you find our nursery absolutely fantastic and that our staff has been providing the highest standard of care for your son. Creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to explore is at the core of what we do, and it's heartening to know that your child is thriving in our setting.
Your feedback about the food is incredibly valuable to us, and we sincerely appreciate your honesty. We understand the importance of providing meals that not only meet the nutritional needs of the children but are also enjoyable for them. Please know that we take your concerns seriously, and we are committed to addressing them to ensure a positive dining experience for your son and all the children in our care.
We appreciate your trust in us and look forward to continuing to provide excellent care for your son.
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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very good and couldn't do enough to help us settle our newly adopted son. All ladies in the preschool went above and beyond to help with anything and everything. Very grateful.
Very good and couldn't do enough to help us settle our newly adopted son. All ladies in the preschool went above and beyond to help with anything and everything. Very grateful.
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
We are overjoyed to hear about your positive experience with us, and we're truly delighted to have played a role in helping your newly adopted son settle in. Our dedicated team of caregivers at the nursery is committed to going the extra mile to provide the best care and support to our children and...
We are overjoyed to hear about your positive experience with us, and we're truly delighted to have played a role in helping your newly adopted son settle in. Our dedicated team of caregivers at the nursery is committed to going the extra mile to provide the best care and support to our children and their families.
Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we are genuinely grateful for your trust and appreciation. We look forward to continuing to create a nurturing and loving environment for your child as they grow and thrive in our preschool.
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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I have been very happy with all elements of Tops Nursery in the three years that my child attended. The staff have been supportive, caring and accommodating. Thank you for all you have done for us. It would have been helpful if Tops informed me about the possibility of tax-free childcare at the...
I have been very happy with all elements of Tops Nursery in the three years that my child attended. The staff have been supportive, caring and accommodating. Thank you for all you have done for us. It would have been helpful if Tops informed me about the possibility of tax-free childcare at the point I enrolled my daughter (which I know is done at other Tops settings).
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Review from J W (Father of Child) published on 1 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our children always loved going to Tops. The kindness and care shown by all staff that we dealt with was always exceptional. I would definitely recommend Tops to other parents in Gillingham.
Our children always loved going to Tops. The kindness and care shown by all staff that we dealt with was always exceptional. I would definitely recommend Tops to other parents in Gillingham.
↩Reply from Funke Olotu, Marketing at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience at Tops Gillingham. We appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that your children loved their time with us.
Providing a nurturing and caring environment for our children is our top priority, and we're delighted...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience at Tops Gillingham. We appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that your children loved their time with us. Providing a nurturing and caring environment for our children is our top priority, and we're delighted that our colleague's exceptional kindness and care have made a positive impact on you and your family. It's wonderful to know that you would recommend Tops Nursery to other parents in the community. If there's anything else you'd like to share or discuss, please feel free to reach out. We're here to ensure that every child at Tops Nursery School receives the best possible care and educational experience.
Thank you once again for your support and recommendation.
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Review from Lexi L (Mother of Child) published on 27 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My son has come to this nursery having moved house only a month ago. We are still very much getting used to it but the transition is already smoother than we had braced for which we very much put down to the amazing team at Tops Day Nurseries! His key worker is so caring and understanding with him...
My son has come to this nursery having moved house only a month ago. We are still very much getting used to it but the transition is already smoother than we had braced for which we very much put down to the amazing team at Tops Day Nurseries! His key worker is so caring and understanding with him but all the ladies are so lovely with him.
Thank you for putting our son (and two panicky parents) at ease!
↩Reply from Ellen Wentworth, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled that your son's transition to our nursery has been smoother than expected, thanks to our amazing team. We are so pleased we could help you through this transition as well. We look forward to supporting your little one's growth and happiness throughout his time with us.
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Review from Emily H (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery has been amazing for our daughter's development. She has formed strong friendships and has such a love of learning! The staff are great.
Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery has been amazing for our daughter's development. She has formed strong friendships and has such a love of learning! The staff are great.
↩Reply from Ellen Wentworth, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled to see how Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery has positively impacted your daughter's development and fostered strong friendships and a love for learning. Our staff are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. We're grateful for your trust and look forward to continued growth and happiness for your daughter at our nursery.
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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The nursery is very welcoming and a happy place. Very supportive place and helps my son with his learning and development.
He loves to come to nursery.
The nursery is very welcoming and a happy place. Very supportive place and helps my son with his learning and development.
He loves to come to nursery.
↩Reply from Ellen Wentworth, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for the kind words! We're delighted to hear that our nursery is a welcoming and happy place for your son. Our team is committed to providing a supportive environment that fosters his learning and development. It brings us joy to know that he loves coming to nursery, and we'll continue to...
Thank you for the kind words! We're delighted to hear that our nursery is a welcoming and happy place for your son. Our team is committed to providing a supportive environment that fosters his learning and development. It brings us joy to know that he loves coming to nursery, and we'll continue to ensure he has a positive and enriching experience with us. Thank you for choosing our nursery, and we look forward to many more happy moments with your son!
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Review from Marion L (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our daughter loves coming to nursery.
The whole team is great and accommodates our daughter's needs.
Our daughter loves coming to nursery.
The whole team is great and accommodates our daughter's needs.
↩Reply from Ellen Wentworth, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for the lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter loves coming to our nursery. Our team is dedicated to providing a welcoming and accommodating environment for all the children. Your trust in us means a lot, and we'll continue to ensure that your daughter's needs are met...
Thank you for the lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter loves coming to our nursery. Our team is dedicated to providing a welcoming and accommodating environment for all the children. Your trust in us means a lot, and we'll continue to ensure that your daughter's needs are met and that she has a wonderful time with us. We're excited to continue this journey together and provide the best care and experiences for her. Thank you again for choosing our nursery!
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Review from Chelsea S (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Ever since the first day my child started nursery she has loved it. The staff are amazing. She loves every minute at nursery.
Ever since the first day my child started nursery she has loved it. The staff are amazing. She loves every minute at nursery.
↩Reply from Ellen Wentworth, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your child has loved every moment since the first day at our nursery. Our dedicated staff takes great pride in creating a nurturing and enjoyable environment for all the children. It brings us joy to see your child happy and engaged...
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your child has loved every moment since the first day at our nursery. Our dedicated staff takes great pride in creating a nurturing and enjoyable environment for all the children. It brings us joy to see your child happy and engaged during her time with us. We appreciate your trust in our nursery, and we'll continue to provide the best experience for her. Looking forward to many more happy days together!
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Review from David D (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our daughter always enjoys her days at Tops and the wide range of activities on offer. We always look forward to the updates on the app and seeing what she's getting up to.
Our daughter always enjoys her days at Tops and the wide range of activities on offer. We always look forward to the updates on the app and seeing what she's getting up to.
↩Reply from Ellen Wentworth, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for the positive feedback! We're delighted to know that your daughter enjoys her time at Tops and the variety of activities available. We love sharing updates on the app to keep you connected with her daily experiences. It's a pleasure to have her with us, and we look forward to more exciting moments together!
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Review from V Z (Father of Child) published on 10 April 2023 Submitted via Website•
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This is a really good nursery. I am happy that my daughter attends it. I would be happy to enrol another child if I have one. Our daughter feels good there and that makes us happy. The staff there treat the children with care and always notify us of any incidents during play.
This is a really good nursery. I am happy that my daughter attends it. I would be happy to enrol another child if I have one. Our daughter feels good there and that makes us happy. The staff there treat the children with care and always notify us of any incidents during play.
↩Reply from Lauren Ballard, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for your positive review, we really appreciate it!
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Review from Kirsty L (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2022 Submitted via Website•
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Our son has settled in really well at Tops. The staff are very caring and he comes out and goes in happy, I can't ask for any more!
Our son has settled in really well at Tops. The staff are very caring and he comes out and goes in happy, I can't ask for any more!
↩Reply from Lauren Ballard, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you very much for your positive review, we really appreciate it
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Review from C J (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2022 Submitted via Website•
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We have been really impressed by the kind staff at the nursery, they have really supported me with my daughter starting at the nursery. Even came out to the car park to reassure me she had stopped crying when I was in tears because she had wailed when I handed her over! They reassured me it's okay...
We have been really impressed by the kind staff at the nursery, they have really supported me with my daughter starting at the nursery. Even came out to the car park to reassure me she had stopped crying when I was in tears because she had wailed when I handed her over! They reassured me it's okay to check in for the first few weeks and I have done. The food is amazing, they follow all my daughter's dietary requirements and she is always given a hearty meal and pudding. You are sleep wizards. My daughter naps far better at nursery than at home, which was such a worry for me as she feeds to sleep at home. My only criticism, and not really a criticism, is that I don't do drop-off or pick up so communication is really important to me. It's nice seeing photos on the app but it would be nice for the nursery to lay out how we should communicate effectively possibly via messages. Also, would be great to have a parent's WhatsApp group or something, so I know who my daughter is in with.
↩Reply from Lauren Ballard, Marketing Assistant at Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy to hear that your little one loves us at Tops. We are happy to hear that your daughter has settled in well and is enjoying her time with us.
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Review from Michael R (Father of Child) published on 14 September 2022 Submitted via Website•
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The staff are very supportive and friendly. The nursery environment is educational for my child to keep him stimulated. The staff update his play activity on an app, which is really nice to see, when I am at work. The garden is a bit small, which can't be helped. Overall, the staff work very hard.
The staff are very supportive and friendly. The nursery environment is educational for my child to keep him stimulated. The staff update his play activity on an app, which is really nice to see, when I am at work. The garden is a bit small, which can't be helped. Overall, the staff work very hard.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery accepts?
Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery Open?
Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery is open: Monday 07:00-19:00, Tuesday 07:00-19:00, Wednesday 07:00-19:00, Thursday 07:00-19:00, Friday 07:00-19:00.
How many Children does Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery have capacity for?
Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery has capacity for a total of 98 Children.
How far is Tops Day Nurseries: Gillingham Nursery to the centre of Gillingham?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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