Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh

55 Leigh Road, Eastleigh SO50 9DF
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  • Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh, Eastleigh
Located in a former social club, the beautiful Victorian property that is now Hopscotch Eastleigh has been extensively refurbished to provide high-quality childcare. Located directly opposite the central park, and close to the town centre, the nursery has a private car park for easy drop-offs and pick-ups. The team regularly take advantage of the surroundings with trips organised to expand the children's experience within their local area.

When they're not 'out and about', their secure rear garden provides a variety of physical play elements to develop imaginative play. Outdoor play is an important foundation of learning, providing physical development alongside opportunities to explore, and learn how to manage risk. During Spring 2021 they will be creating a second garden, accessed directly from the under-twos area opening up free-flow play opportunities.

Inside, the spacious rooms allow continuous provision and free flow movement, and the amazing team work hard to ensure that all children are engaged with purposeful play so that each and every one of them is supported to develop their full potential. To support this, they work in partnership with parents to ensure that the needs of all families are met. Hopscotch Day Nurseries have been providing exceptional childcare across multiple settings in the Gosport / Fareham area since 2005, and are very proud of the high standard of care they provide. They look forward to welcoming you into their family.
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Funding & Fees

Breakfast Club: 07.30 - 08.00 - £5.35
Full Day: 08:00 - 18:00 - £73.55
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

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 £2.70 per funded hour and reviewed annually in line with fee increases.
For more information please visit our website.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sammie Fuller (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 93

Age Range

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

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

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • Ample parking on site.

Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh Reviews (59)

9.8

Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.825) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh has 59 reviews.

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Review from J P (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our twins started Hopscotch in December 2024, and were about 10 months old. They have had such a lovely time through babies, waddlers and now in toddlers. The care for them has been lovely and I know that when I'm at work they are safe and well looked after. They have been supportive with every milestone
and encouraging the girls to develop. The girls seem to like the food provided and will try new things. The only annoying thing is the front door is not that friendly when you have a double buggy. Other than that I would recommend it for other families x
Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review. We're so pleased they're happy and enjoying their time with us.
We're really glad you feel confident in their care-that means everything to us. Thank you as well for your feedback about the front door, we'll keep this in mind.
We truly appreciate your recommendation! Thank you!
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Review from John A (Father of Child) published on 22 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh has been a great support to our family. Since my daughter started in July last year, the staff have been warm, welcoming, and consistently supportive. They show care, patience, and professionalism, creating a safe and nurturing environment where my child feels comfortable
and settled.
Since attending, my child has grown in confidence, developed socially, and shows a real interest in learning. I've noticed a clear improvement in my child's communication and overall development. The activities are well planned and engaging, helping my child learn through play while building key skills.
I also appreciate the clear and consistent communication, which gives me reassurance about my child's progress. It's comforting to know my child is in capable and supportive hands each day.
Thank you to the whole team for the work you do-God bless you all.
Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful words-it truly means a great deal to our whole team.

We are absolutely delighted to hear how happy and settled your little one has been since joining us. Watching children grow in confidence, develop friendships, and discover a love for learning is at the heart of everything we do, so it's especially lovely to know you have seen such a positive impact.

Building strong partnerships with families is something we truly value.

Thank you again for your heartfelt feedback and trust in us!
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Review from D A (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Honestly, I couldn't be happier with this place. The staff are so lovely and genuinely caring, and everything is always clean and well looked after. My child has so many opportunities here to learn new things, build friendships, and grow in such a warm, supportive, and nurturing environment.
What really
matters to me is that I feel my child is safe, happy, and truly cared for-and that's exactly how it feels every day
Would 100% recommend to any parent!!
Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your incredibly kind words - they truly mean a lot to us

We're so so pleased to hear how happy you and your little one are with your experience here. Creating a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment so important to us so it's wonderful to know that this is coming through so clearly for your family.

It's especially lovely to hear that your little one is enjoying the opportunities to learn, grow, and build friendships - that's exactly what we hope for every child in our care. Your trust in us means the world.

Thank you again for your recommendation - we're so grateful to have you with us!
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Review from Adam S (Father of Child) published on 21 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been using the nursery for nearly three years and it's a lovely friendly place that our child enjoys attending. It's a nice central location which allows for trips out to the park and the library and other small excursions, and the garden spaces are well appreciated. Staff are supportive and
knowledgeable.
Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review and for being part of our nursery :)
We're so pleased to hear that your child enjoys attending and that you've found the nursery to be a friendly and welcoming place. It's great to know the outings and our garden spaces are appreciated-these experiences are such an important part of the children's learning and development.
Our team will be very grateful for your kind words!
Thank you again for your continued trust and support!!
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Review from Veronika K (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends this nursery, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. She is naturally shy and a bit sensitive, and English is not her first language, so we were initially worried about how she would adapt.


However, from the very beginning, she has never had any problems settling in.

The staff are incredibly kind, patient, and supportive, which has helped her feel safe and confident. She goes to nursery every day with enthusiasm and a smile, which means so much to us as parents.


We are truly grateful for the care and attention she receives, and we can clearly see how happy and comfortable she feels there.

Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review.
We're so pleased to hear how well your daughter has settled in with us. We understand that starting nursery can feel like a big step, especially when a child is naturally shy or adjusting to a new language, so it's wonderful to know she feels safe, happy, and confident here.
Our team will be chuffed to bits with your feedback-they work hard to create a nurturing and supportive environment for every child, and it means so much to see that reflected in your daughter's experience.
Thank you again for your trust. It's a joy to be part of her journey and to see her coming in each day with such enthusiasm and a smile.
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Review from Sarah N (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved to Eastleigh and moved our daughter to Hopscotch into the Toddler room. She's been there a couple of months now and we've had a great experience so far. The settle sessions were informative and well structured, the staff are really lovely and got to know our daughter and her preferences/personality
quickly.


Our daughter is excited to go to nursery each day she is in and is always happy when we pick her up. She knows the staff member's names now and seems happy and comfortable. We get a good sum up of what she's done each day and there is a good variety of indoor activities and outdoors play. They've got a good safeguarding policy as well, we feel safe leaving her. Really good experience overall.

Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review.
We're so pleased to hear that your daughter has settled in well with us after your move to Eastleigh. Starting somewhere new can be a big change, so it's wonderful to know the settling sessions helped and that she's feeling happy, comfortable, and excited to come in each day.
Our team will be delighted to hear your kind words-it means so much that they've been able to build such a positive connection with her so quickly. We always aim to make every child feel at home, so it's lovely to hear she knows the team and enjoys her time with us.
Thank you again for your trust and support-we're so glad to have you as part of our nursery family!
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Review from Davina Y (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We picked Hopscotch in Eastleigh for our daughter back in February 2025, she started when she was 4 months old.


We are so happy with our choice. The staff are brilliant and super friendly and our daughter loves it. She never goes in upset and is always exhausted due to the wide range of activities

they offer the children.


The in house cook is amazing too and the menu is brilliant. As parents we would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.

Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review :)
We know how big a step it is returning to work, so it's wonderful to hear that your child feels safe, happy, and enjoys their time with us. Our team truly cares about every child, and your kind words mean a lot.
We're also glad you find the EYFS updates helpful in supporting learning at home-working together with families is so important to us.
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Review from Sam G (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our baby joined last year, the scary whole process of transitioning back to work was made so much easier, knowing that our child was safe, loved going to and loving his time at nursery. The staff are amazing, caring and will go above and beyond. I love that I am informed every month, on where he is
in terms of his EYFS journey. It helps us understand what we need to be doing at home to support our child as best we can. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone. I can't comment on value for money because I don't know what other nurseries are offering/ charging- I chose this nursery because it was the place I felt best suited what I expected and wanted from a nursery.
Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review
We know how big a step it is returning to work, so it's wonderful to hear that you feel your child is safe, happy, and enjoying their time with us. Our team really cares about every child, and your kind words mean a lot to them.
We're also glad you find the EYFS updates helpful in supporting learning at home-working together with families is so important to us :)
Thank you again for your recommendation and for trusting us with your child's early years.!
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Review from Sarah T (Mother of Child) published on 8 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Hopscotch for slightly under two years and she loves it there. She has been in the Babies, Waddlers and Toddlers rooms in this time and both she and we (as parents) built up great personal relationships with staff, particularly her key workers.


She is greeted with enthusiasm

every day which helps her to overcome any shyness quickly. She learned to count early on by using blocks with nursery, and her language really progressed. She comes home singing nursery rhymes, knowing all the words, and has memorised several books that we don't even own at home. I have no doubt that she has learned more being at Hopscotch than if it had just been us at home.


They take safeguarding seriously and I'm happy with the measures they have with e.g. access to the nursery. I am able to go into the room to see her in the environment, and pick-ups and drop-offs are efficient with a handover each day. They have plenty of time in the garden and she enjoys the food too!

Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review. It really means a lot to hear about your little ones positive experience over the past two years!
Were so happy to hear that she has built such strong relationships with her key workers and that she feels welcomed and supported each day helping her grow in confidence is so important to us. Its lovely to hear how much she has learned - she certainly is one clever bunny!
Were also really pleased to hear that you feel so confident in us and what we provide
Thank you again for your kind words and for being part of our nursery community we love being part of your little ones journey.
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Review from Rebecca M (Mother of Child) published on 8 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children attend hopscotch day nursery in Eastleigh and they both LOVE it! All of the staff are fantastic and my girls are so happy to spend their mornings there. My youngest walks in with arms outstretched to her key people in the baby room. And my oldest has come on leaps and bounds and
is thriving with the toddler team having been with hopscotch for the last 16 months. Highly recommend
Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your fab review. It's absolutely lovely to hear how much both of the girls are enjoying their time with us.
We're so pleased that they feel so happy and settled, and that they've built such strong bonds with the team in the rooms-this is something we really value. It's especially lovely to hear just how well your eldest is thriving with us!
Your kind recommendation means a great deal to everyone here. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch-we truly enjoy supporting both of your children as they continue to grow and learn!
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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall a great nursery with very friendly, knowledgeable staff. My child is very happy here & always has been.
There are a few things I wish were better. For example I feel outdoor space is quite small and looks miserable and worn out.
Hygiene seems to be an issue, kids running around with green
snot hanging from their faces constantly. Does no one wipe it or monitor it, do we want snot to be spread over all the facilities and toys etc?
And in the winter, bugs seemed to spread like wildfire which I feel is a hygiene problem. The nursery is not very clean in my opinion, or could certainly be cleaner.
Reply from Sammie Fuller, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts with us!
Our garden has recently been undergoing some development, and the team have been giving careful thought to how we can make the very best use of the space we have. We were particularly inspired by the outdoor play training we completed on our most recent inset day, and the staff have been very mindful about creating high-quality, meaningful interactions with the children in our outdoor areas.
I would also like to reassure you that we have robust cleaning procedures in place. Toys and equipment are cleaned regularly and thoroughly using antibacterial products. We also do our very best to keep on top of runny noses and maintain good hygiene - although, as you can imagine, sometimes the nose run a little quicker than we do!
We truly value your feedback, and I hope you feel reassured that we operate an open-door policy and always encourage you to come and speak to use directly with any concerns you may have/
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Review from Paul B (Father of Child) published on 10 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been attending Hopscotch Eastleigh since she was 7 months old, she is nearly 2 years old. From her time in the Baby room, through to Waddlers and now going for settle visits to the Toddler room. Since starting, I have been very pleased with her progress and all the activities that
are on offer. The staff provide weekly roundups on the app at the end of the week, so us parents can see the activities the children have been involved in, which I love to see. I am also happy with the balanced and wide variety of food on offer, as this has given her opportunities to try things, she may not necessarily have at home. All the staff have been great with her and are enthusiastic in encouraging her to grow and develop. She absolutely loves Nursery and it is reassuring to know I can go to work and she is happy there. I cannot recommend the Nursery enough. Linda and the management team are so welcoming too. Thank you!
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you and your daughter have had such a positive experience at our nursery. We take great pride in creating a warm and welcoming environment, which truly enhances a child's development when parents engage in nursery life. We aim to support parents by sharing important insights about their child's day and growth. Our management team is always here to chat with families, offering that essential support. Parent partnerships are vital to the progression and development at Eatleigh Nursery, and we appreciate your involvement in our nursery community. We are very lucky to have a dedicated staff team who work really hard to support children in their learning and development, children and their families having that feeling of nursery being a safe and secure place to be really does have a very positive inpact on their progression. Thank you again for your kind words.
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Review from M D (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
From my experience, it's best to speak directly with your child's key person or use the family app, as this helps to resolve things faster and ensures better communication. Meals are generally good, though there are quite a lot of crackers and similar snacks - more fresh, balanced options would be lovely.
Since the nursery has its own kitchen, a bit more variety and a slightly heartier afternoon meal would make a real difference for children staying all day. Sometimes I notice children crying for longer before being comforted, and usually senior staff step in rather than assistants. Small details like wiping noses or noticing toilet signals could be improved. I appreciate the updates and photos in the app, though a bit more detailed feedback about each child's day would be helpful. Overall, I trust the team and can see that they care, but a little more consistency and attention to detail would make the experience even better.
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you for taking the time to send us your review. It is fantastic that you have that trust in the nursery and you can see the care that the team take to ensure the children have a positive day. Communication with the nursery team is so important and we are happy that this is working well for you both in person or by the use of our app. Our nursery team are always happy to support parents and welcome feedback and truly value your insights, if there is anything further we can do to assist you do not hesitate to reach out to a member of the team. We are always happy to help !
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Review from N F (Grandmother of Child) published on 23 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The first 6 weeks at Hopscotch have been fantastic, we don't have any complaints and are very happy with the care our child is receiving. All staff are friendly and welcoming and keep is updated on the days activities. We look forward to continuing our journey through babies room and onwards. Thanks
to all staff and management for a great experience so far.
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for sharing your review with us! The first six weeks at nursery are such a crucial time for both you and your child, and we really strive to make this transition as smooth as possible. There will be several changes to your child's routine, starting with the initial settling visits. During these visits, we provide that important reassurance to your child, letting them know their parent or caregiver will be back to collect them. We understand that this time can bring a lot of emotions, and we are here to support you. We'll keep you updated with photos and information about how your child is adjusting, giving you peace of mind as they settle into their new routine. We truly appreciate your kind feedback and are delighted to hear that your experience with us has been positive. We look forward to supporting you through the rest of your Nursery journey with us.
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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have always liked this nursery. The array of activities , great and varied menu and above all staff who genuinely cares for kids development and wellbeing .
The children enjoy music activities and getting their hands stuck in with sensory play each day.
They learn to eat and experience
cultures through food.
All of those are invaluable experiences !
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you for your lovely and encouraging feedback! Our team is truly dedicated and works hard to create wonderful activities that promote children's learning. We make sure to support each child in their development, and we share their progress and next steps with parents. We believe it's vital to keep communication open, as working together with families helps us take a holistic approach to each child's learning journey. Your involvement and feedback is so important to us and it is encouraging to see that you are happy with our menu, as I know our Catering team worky very hard to ensure we provide healthy nutritious meals for the children.
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Review from M G (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are absolutely amazing with my child and always providing updates on how she's doing I couldn't fault them if I tried. Olivia and the girls are always so happy and ready to help, the food is amazing and my child absolutely loves going in there every week!
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your lovely review! I'm delighted to hear that you've had a positive experience with our nursery communications. Keeping our families informed about their child's day is really important to us, and it helps create that positive connection. Our staff take great pride in building strong relationships with families, and we are committed to sharing those key updates through our app to support you in understanding your child's development and their next steps. I also appreciate your kind words about our fantastic menu. Our nursery catering team works hard to create a wonderful selection of delicious and nutritious meals for the children. Thank you again for your feedback.
Linda and the Eatleigh Team
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Review from Sadie N (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery, helps my son with everything he struggles with. He has great fun and is always enthusiastic about telling me what he has done there when I pick him up.
The have the best of everything for the children from the equipment to the staff
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you for your wonderful review and kind words! We truly believe that nursery should be a fun and exciting environment for the children. These positive experiences help us deliver high-quality learning opportunities. At Hopscotch, we recognise that staff training and resources are crucial for our team's ongoing development, ensuring we can provide the best possible care and education. We genuinely appreciate your acknowledgment of our efforts in this area. It's our goal to create a nurturing space where every child's needs are met and celebrated. Thank you once again.
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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of my children have attended the Eastleigh setting and I can't emphasize enough how great Linda and all the staff have been. My girls have attended from a year and my son from 2 years old and all have settled in quickly. Some of the older staff have looked after all three of my children and
my heart is at peace when they are left at nursery knowing my children are happy and well taken care of. The management team are very responsive to any queries and resolve them quickly.
Reply from Linda Jobling, Deputy Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you for your wonderful review and kind words! We feel very fortunate to have long-serving staff who have supported many families over the years. It's lovely when younger siblings join our nursery, allowing us to extend that support even further. The team work really hard to make the settling in process for new children a positive experience for them and their families and I am pleased that you you have had that positive ecperince that we strive to deliver. Here at our nursery, we believe management should actively engage with our families, and we genuinely appreciate your feedback. Your recognition of our efforts means a lot to us, and we're always here to support you. Thank you for being part of our nursery community.
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Review from Gemma F (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started Hopscotch Eastleigh in May. He is currently in the toddler room and he absolutely loves it. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and I feel at ease leaving my little one there. His speech has improved, his social skills are getting so much better and he is generally very happy!
Thank you Hopscotch team!
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your wonderful review! Our nursery team works hard to ensure that settling in is a positive experience for all children. This approach is crucial in helping them feel safe and secure in their new environment, which then supports their growth and development. We're thrilled to hear your feedback about the improvements in social skills and speech development. These are essential life skills that we actively support every day. Building confidence in these areas is key to fostering confident learners who are ready to take the next step when they leave Hopscotch for school. Your support means the world to us!
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 5 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A local nursery with a caring staff. A great catering team providing fresh meals. Experienced all four rooms. Friendly management team. Good parking and access or very convenient if you live in central Eastleigh.
Reply from Linda Jobling, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery EastleighThank you so much for your review of the nursery. Our wonderful catering team work really hard to provide home cooked food for the children to enjoy. I am pleased to see that you have given positive feedback on all 4 of our nursery rooms that your child has followed on their journey with us. Each room has its own curriculum which really supports the children to grow and develop at the different stages of their learning and development. We are very luck to be situated in the centre of Eastleigh and use this to our advantage when taking the children on trips to explore the local area or when visiting our local library.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.825)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.825) out of 10 for Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.825 for Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh is calculated as follows: ( (214 Excellents x 5) + (31 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 251 Ratings = 4.825
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh is based on 21 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 93 number of registered child places is 18.6, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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Meet the Team (1)

Sammie

Sammie Fuller

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2022

I have worked for Hopscotch since 2022 and have worked in early years for over 15 years gaining lots of experience and developing my knowledge during this time. I am very passionate about sharing stories and my love of caring for animals. You may often hear me burst into song during the day, as I love to communicate with the children through music.


I am a mummy to a child with additional needs and understand the support needed for the whole family and the importance of supporting children in individual ways.


I am really excited to continue my professional journey with Hopscotch in my new role as Nursery Manager.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh

What is the Age Range of Children that Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh accepts?

Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh Open?

Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh is open: 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.

How many Children does Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh have capacity for?

Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh has capacity for a total of 93 Children.

How far is Hopscotch Day Nursery Eastleigh to the centre of Eastleigh?

0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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