





Offering high quality childcare within the Hampshire community for almost 20 years, the team at Hopscotch Day Nurseries is over the moon to announce its most recent addition in Southampton.
The new setting in Sholing is ideally situated, offering childcare from 0-5 years. Children benefit from spacious areas, both inside and out, and families can enjoy plenty of parking for drop offs and pick ups.
The team would love to welcome you to the setting, so please get in touch if you'd like to find out more.
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.
For more information please visit our website.
Contact Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing to get a personalised quote:
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Hopscotch Day Nurseries Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Dawn Forshaw (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 8
Total Places for Children
- 90
Age Range
- from 0 years 0 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 & Christmas
Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing Reviews (21)
Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing has a Review Score of 10 (9.984) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing has 21 reviews.
My son has been at Hopscotch since it first opened in September 2024 and the staff dealt with all the changes so well from the get go with the setting being open and working around the new rooms getting ready. He has thrived since starting and has learnt so much, he is very social and enjoys going, he eats lots of lovely food that we wouldn't usually have at home which is a bonus! I love that all of the staff in the setting know each child by name and will greet them no matter what they're doing. He started in the baby room and is now just moving to the preschool room and has loved all of the rooms. The gardens are lovely for development and ensuring all the children have something that is of their interests. We both love that they offer fruit daily as you are leaving the setting and he always picks something to take. He always comes out telling me something new he has done that day as the staff make sure there is a variety daily. The setting is very clean, warm and inviting.
Thank you for your lovely words. It has been a pleasure watching your little boy grow since he joined us at the very start of the Hopscotch Sholing journey. He has always been a big character within his room but it's lovely to see that this has grown into his cheeky and confident personality. He's...
My son has attended this nursery since it opened in September 2024, and I can't praise it enough. The staff are welcoming, friendly, and there is always a lovely atmosphere at both drop-off and pick-up. Management are approachable and always willing to help. His key workers in both the baby and toddler rooms have been fantastic, keeping us updated on his progress and advising how to support him at home. The facilities are clean, well-equipped, and the outdoor areas are stimulating and enjoyable for the children. Any minor issues have been dealt with promptly, and the nursery is always accommodating with personal requests. I've attended stay-and-play sessions, which provided great insight into his day and reassurance that he's happy and well cared for. My son comes home talking excitedly about what he's done, who he's played with, and what he's eaten during the day. His development has come on immensely, and I'm so grateful for the excellent care he receives.
Thank you so much for such a detailed review. It is a pleasure to care for your little one! We are delighted that you have attended stay and plays, we absolutely love having our parents and carers spend time with us. We feel our setting is there for not only the children, but their wider family...
I could not recommend this nursery enough. My daughter loves attending her days here at Hopscotch and she has been progressing so much since she joined earlier this year. The staff are so kind and attentive, they do great activities/outings and the food menu's great. We are always kept informed about any updates.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a lovely review. We're delighted to hear how much your daughter enjoys her days with us and that you've noticed such great progress since she joined. We're glad you're happy with the activities, outings, and our menus, and it's wonderful to hear...
There is plenty of opportunities for a variety of learning as there are always exciting activities out for the children.
I am really pleased with Hopscotch and cannot wait for my daughter to progress more there.
We are delighted to hear how positive your family experience has been with settling into our nursery, your little one has taken strides with their confidence since joining with us which is lovely to see. I am very happy that we have been able to put your mind at rest that she really is enjoying her...
My 1 year old also attends and loves seeing his key worker when going in, he loves exploring all there interesting activities and is growing as a whole since he started. Always following routine and get indepth handovers at pick up time.
When ever we walk into the reception my son has to high 5 the Manager and deputy even though they could be busy they still make time for him to say hi. The foyer area is always clean and tidy.
Overall all staff members are polite and welcoming!
It is great to...
Both of us have seen a big improvement in his speech and the way he listens and plays with other children. We would like to say thank you for the afternoon and Sebastian grandad loved reading and playing with Sebastian little friends
We are...
My child struggles to settle in the first few weeks and now she never wants to leave! It's incredible
Thank you for your review! How great that your little one never wants to leave! We feel the same way, nursery is the best place to be!
Thank you
Thank you so much! It is wonderful that you can leave your little one at nursery with us and feel so reassured by the wonderful team at Sholing!
We love receiving regular updates on food, naps, photos, and observations.
Our child's key worker has created a warm, trusting relationship that made a world of difference in helping our little one feel safe in his new routine.
As parents, it gives us such peace of mind to know our child is in a place where they are truly cared for!
We can't recommend you highly enough!
Thank you for taking the time to write us such a heart warming review. We love to hear about the relationships our team make with their key children and families. We are delighted that you as a family have peace of mind in the care we give to your little one.
I cannot speak highly enough of Hopscotch Sholing and the difference it's made to my son since he started in May. He's always been a confident little boy but the key workers in the toddler room have helped improve his speech, his gentle hands, his eating, use of single words and they expose him to so much singing, dancing and signing which he loves to do. At drop off, every time, I know I am leaving him in capable hands, with individuals who are so caring and kind. The updates we receive make our day as we continue to see his development week on week. We have recently started potty training and staff have followed this through expertly and kindly, giving full updates throughout the day. Our boy is so excited each morning for his nursery days and that's all we can ask for. The setting itself is exceptional, the best we ever looked at; it's clean and inviting, newly built and the toddler room and garden is amazing. I praise the nursery to mum friends often, thank you for all you do!
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review. It is always a pleasure to hear how are families feel we are doing in supporting them and their little one. Thank you for recognising the hard work and commitment of the team. We are always so proud of how invested our team is in supporting children's development, and enabling their confidence to grow!
My daughter has adapted so well to the routine and the staff have been really good at following what we do at home and any updates from home given to them. I love receiving the many observations that I get updating me on what my daughters been doing throughout the day.
I'm really happy with this setting and couldn't ask for a better place for my child to grow.
My daughter has been going here since it first opened in September and she loves it there, I walk away every morning knowing she's in safe hands and very well looked after, I would like to thank all the staff there for looking after my daughter. She comes home and tells me what they've been up to and how much she enjoys it there and how much she loves the food, her favourite is the fish curry, considering before starting her journey at Hopscotch Day Nursery she would never touch fish. She has come such a long way since joining here and the staff help so much to get her to the level she should be.
I would highly recommend it.
Thank you so much for an absolutely wonderful review. We are absolutely thrilled to have such wonderful feedback and I cannot wait to share this with the team. We really thrive on building relationships with our children and their families, it is so important to us that our families feel secure...
Couldn't praise Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing and it's staff enough. They have gone above and beyond to support my son's needs right down to dietary. My son is SEN and the difference in him since starting has been amazing. Nothing is ever too much effort.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review. We certainly do all we can to support all our children's needs and we are delighted that you have seen such a difference in your son since he has started with us. We really enjoy seeing our children develop and grow confidently and will always do all we can to support individual needs.
Our daughter has thrived since starting at Hopscotch Sholing. She looks forward to her nursery days so much she asks to go on days she isn't due to attend (including the weekend!). Her key worker is fantastic and has formed such a wonderful bond with her in such a short space of time. Thank you for everything you do!
Wow, thank you so much! We love hearing from our families about their views on our lovely nursery, and it is wonderful to hear that your daughter loves coming to us, and asks to come even on days they don't attend, what a huge compliment! Our fantastic team work hard to build relationships with...
We couldn't be happier with Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing! The staff are caring, attentive, and always go the extra mile to create a warm, nurturing environment. Our child has absolutely thrived here, growing in confidence and developing new skills every day. They come home happy and always look forward to going back. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much, we are delighted that you are happy with us at Sholing! We are so proud of the team, who you have described as caring and attentive, we couldn't agree more! We have worked hard to create a warm, caring and nurturing environment that supports children's development and we are...
She has made friends and doesn't stop talking about it when she isn't there. Her key worker is amazing with her!
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We are absolutely delighted to hear that your little girl loves attending and that she has been making friends and forming great memories. It's heart-warming to know she talks about it non-stop even when she's not there! Your kind...
I am so pleased and lucky that my daughter is in good hands and I highly recommend Hopscotch Day Nursery.
The staff members are very kind, supportive, passionate and it is never a trouble for them to keep you updated on how your little one is doing.
I cannot thank them enough!
Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We are delighted that your little one has settled so well and has been able to feel comfortable enough to begin to eat with us. We are delighted to hear of your views on our staff team, we are so proud of them, and it is lovely that our families can see how dedicated they are too! Thank you for taking the time to review us, we are very appreciative.
I am so pleased to have found this nursery for my daughter. She is absolutely thriving and it's all because of the wonderful, caring staff and management at Hopscotch Day Nursery. Communication with parents is excellent and the care that they have taken of her eczema is beyond my expectations. Thank you to all the dedicated staff members there!
We feel very privileged that you have left us such a lovely review, thank you so much! We feel very proud of our dedicated team and are so pleased that we have exceeded your expectations.
We have also been pleased to see the variety of food that is served.
The quality of the facilities available for the children are absolutely fantastic and we feel incredibly lucky that our daughter has a place.
Thank you Hopscotch.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for us, as a new setting, parents feedback is very important to us. We are so pleased that you are enjoying our delicious menu, and that you have seen some big milestones in your daughter's development! We feel lucky that you chose us to care for your daughter.
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- Recipient: Hopscotch Day Nursery SholingDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: Hopscotch Day Nurseries Group LtdDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: Hopscotch Day Nurseries Group LtdDate: Thursday 28 Mar 2024
Meet the Team (2)
I have worked in Early Years for over 25 years and have spent the last 16 years as a Nursery Manager.
I have my BTEC National Diploma in Childhood Studies, a Level 3 in Management, and a Foundation degree and BA (Hons) in Early Years.
I am passionate about giving children the best start in life. I wholeheartedly believe that our formative years set the path for our future lives. If children are offered an exciting, stimulating, and challenging environment to grow in, they will undoubtedly grow into respectful, resilient, ambitious members of society!
I believe in the old adage “it takes a village to raise a child”, and therefore parent partnerships are incredibly important to me. I enjoy working alongside our parents, welcoming them into the setting to experience nursery life alongside their children.
I am immensely proud to work alongside the team at Sholing; an incredibly passionate team, who always put the children at the heart of their practice!
Hi, I am Aimee, and I started at Hopscotch in 2015. I am so proud of what I have achieved at Hopscotch, from working as a Nursery Nurse and progressing to Room leader at our Gosport branch to becoming a Deputy Manager and supporting our newer settings at Portswood and Eastleigh. I joined Hopscotch Sholing shortly after it opened as deputy manager.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing
What is the Age Range of Children that Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing accepts?
Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing Open?
Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing 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 Sholing have capacity for?
Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing has capacity for a total of 90 Children.
How far is Hopscotch Day Nursery Sholing to the centre of Southampton?
2.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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