Poppits Day Nursery

Putney Leisure Centre, Dryburgh Road, London SW15 1BL
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9.1 21 Reviews
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The learning and education in the daily curriculum is achieved through The Early Years Foundation Stage. A high standard of childcare with scope for parental involvement will meet parents' requirements and children needs.

A high degree of adult/child interaction with continuity of individual attention for children will enhance their personal growth, health and protection.

At Poppits they present children with learning experiences and activities that match their stage of development. They focus on individual learning and Positive experiences to help children build a good foundations that will enable all children to be independent and confident in their learning.

Poppits encourage from babies to be active learners. This means that they provide natural materials to help babies find out about themselves, other people, materials and their environment.

Extra curriculum activities include music, dance and physical development through a soft play area and bouncey castle.

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Care Provided by Poppits Day Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Brenda Symes
  • Person in charge
  • Brenda Symes and Aiga Polite (Owner/Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 10
  • Total Places for Children
  • 35
  • 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 & 1 week at Christmas

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Poppits Day Nursery Reviews (21)

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Poppits Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.064) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Poppits Day Nursery has 21 reviews.

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Review from Connie P (Mother of Child) published on 3 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Poppits Day Nursery highly enough. Very relaxed and friendly. My daughter has been here for over three years and loved it.
For two parents who work full time and had to have their child in full time (8-6) childcare, it's been a relief to drop her off here. My daughter has thrived.
She's developed great interpersonal skills both with her peers and with the staff. She is also strong with her phonics and numeracy. But most importantly, she's been very happy.
We'll be sending out 12month old in the new year.

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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Poppits has been brilliant! I've had 3 children successfully go through from baby room through to graduating to big school. The nursery has always felt like family, with all children getting close, personalised care and tailored support for their development. The staff are absolutely wonderful, working
as a team to look after all of the children. As children progress there are wonderful extracurricular activities, including ballet and swimming. The nursery really drives children's development and socialisation. The outdoor spaces are great, with the mud kitchen being a favourite! Highly recommended for babies, toddlers and preparation for preschool.

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Review from Hana K (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Poppits are amazing, I can't recommend them enough. From the start they have made us feel free and very welcome. My boy settled into the nursery so quickly at the end of most days, which shows how happy was in the nursery, which was absolutely great to see him. The staff are amazing every morning and
evening we are greeted with big smiles from staff, they do a variety of activities for kids which is really good, he started when he was 14 months, now he is going to big school in September, we would leave unless this was the time for him to go to big school,
Overall we have been very happy with the nursery team and we will really miss all of them!

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Review from Jon M (Father of Child) published on 20 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife and I are extremely happy with Poppits Nursery. Our now 3.5-year-old started in the baby room at 18 months, before progressing to the toddler group and then preschool. In each group, he has had a key worker we have been able to speak in detail with about his development. They have really helped
to nurture him in so many ways, he has so many great friendships there and loves all of the staff. I think the features that make Poppits stand out from others we have learned about in the area are: 1. The really solid group of staff who you can tell all really enjoy their jobs and love the children. There has been very little turnover of staff since he started so we have developed strong relationships over time. 2. Great outdoor space, opportunities to use the swimming pool, bouncy castle and studio all within the leisure centre. 3. Really amazing events such as sports day, Christmas nativity play and graduation which help bring the parents together too. We will cherish these memories forever!

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Review from N I (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter started at Poppits in January 2024. The staff were very flexible with her settling in taking into consideration her needs as well as ensuring I was kept up to date with her progress. They have supported her allergies well. The staff are extremely dedicated and come up with creative ways
to foster creativity and development. She is very excited to go to nursery each day and has bonded well with staff and peers. It is a wonderful nursery where each child is known so well individually and their care is tailored as such. It is a fantastic family feel and we are so pleased to have chosen it.

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Review from Ida V (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I feel we hit the jackpot with Poppits Day Nursery - both our children love it. The staff are very caring, and for myself and my husband, not having close family in London, they have felt like an extended family to my kids.

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Review from Nicola B (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Poppits Day Nursery highly enough. My little boy started in Nov 2021, and since the first day of settling, we have never looked back.
He has developed so much under their care. He loves going to the nursery every day and very much enjoys the garden.
Special mention has to be given
to the manager; he absolutely adores her. All the staff are fantastic, and it's so reassuring to know that he is so well cared for while we work. The staff are all fantastic.
The owners run an exceptional nursery.

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Review from P G (Father of Child) published on 22 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been at Poppits for coming up to eighteen months now and we are so glad we sent him there. He was extremely premature (born at 25 weeks) and so there was additional fear about him going to a nursery around the time of his first birthday but the staff have created a stellar environment for
children to feel - and be - safe and to flourish. They are always undertaking productive activities to help the children develop, especially when it comes to group play for those without siblings and some of the messier things like painting, glue, etc which most of us just aren't in a position to manage the consequences of at home. All of the children are happy to go in the door each morning and barely give a glance back which I see as a great indicator, as is the fact that there are so many 'repeat customers' who come back with the new additions to their families.

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Review from G M (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a great nursery, we could not be happier. The staff are engaging, interesting and fun and are clearly selected very carefully. Our two children could not be happier and run in every day. Excellent facilities not available at other nurseries in the area including a bouncy castle, great outdoor area,
swimming lessons for the preschool children and aircon. Do not be put off by this nursery being in the leisure centre - it's an asset!

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Review from Florence B (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend Poppits Day Nursery enough - they are brilliant in every respect and my son is so happy there! Every single person working at Poppits is kind, nurturing and supportive of the children, and they are all incredibly friendly and communicative at pickup and dropoff as well as on the app
they use to share information with us. My son has been at Poppits for a year now and he has done so many fun activities and formed bonds with so many different team members so much so that when we see them at the leisure centre on non-nursery days, he waves and wants to go see them. They focus on what matters and what I love most is their ethos - they help our little people learn to be empathetic, kind and all-round lovely human beings, thank you Poppits.

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Review from Adele S (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Poppits Day Nursery highly enough. The manager and her team are caring, skilled and fully engaged with all the children. My daughter was there for just over eighteen months and her development in that time has been amazing. They teach, they nurture and they promote kindness and empathy
amongst the children. I was sad when the time came to leave but confident that my daughter was ready for school thanks to the wonderful experience she had there. There wasn't a day when she didn't want to go in or a day when she came home anything other than positive.

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Review from Emma R (Mother of Child) published on 5 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn’t be happier with our son’s experience at Poppits Day Nursery and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it. We have found Poppits to be a nurturing, stimulating and friendly environment for our son, who has flourished during his time there. The staff do an amazing job planning activities that develop
and engage children. Thanks to the app, it is easy to see what our son is doing during the day and we’re always impressed by the varied and imaginative activities: from arts and crafts to learning about numbers and letters, to discovering different cultures. He also enjoys playing in the well equipped garden. Alongside the app, there is also great in person communication between parents and Poppits. All the staff are fantastic and are happy to take the time to discuss and provide feedback. They really know and care about our son. It’s also great that the manager is so hands on and clearly knows all the children very well, her experience and knowledge are much appreciated.

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Review from Patti M (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Poppits has been an invaluable part of my life for the last 6 years. The teaching and learning provided by Poppits is wonderful and prepared both of them for their next stage at school. The Christmas play, Sports Day and Graduation Day are exceptional. The staff work hard to provide care and work together
as a team. All of the staff members knew both of my children very well. The extras like tennis, swimming, ballet, bouncy castle (pre-Covid) and mindfulness are great extras for building their skills and confidence. The outdoor play, celebrations, the handful of art coming back, and imaginary play are things they still talk about. The staff are approachable and give daily feedback. I had no hesitation leaving my children under their care and I would highly recommend Poppits Nursery. Both my children are sociable, happy, academic, and confident due in part to their time there.

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Review from Meredith V (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love Poppits Day Nursery. Our son started at three years old, he had previously been at a childminder and this was his first nursery experience. It took less than a week and it was as if he had always been going. The teachers are great! They really get to know your child, they are kind and caring.
The thoughtful lessons on family, phonics, letters and creative arts meant that our son came home within a week and knew the letters in his name and was learning how to hold a pencil and write letters. Something he had no experience with before Poppits Day Nursery. We love the app, getting to see daily pictures of activities and his learning journal that really focuses on his development. The variety of crafts, sports and activities despite Covid-19 has been fantastic. Our son loves it and runs in everyday. He comes home worn out, in a good way from the day’s activities. We would highly recommended Poppits Day Nursery.

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Review from Diana B (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son attended the nursery for almost four and a half years until he started school. He absolutely loved it! I can not recommend Poppits Day Nursery enough. The staff were very friendly, supportive and caring and it is good value for money. Special thanks to the preschool staff and the manager for
all that they do to prepare the kids for school. He is doing exceptionally well at school. Thank you to all the team!

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Review from Adrian M (Father of Child) published on 16 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has had attended Poppits Day Nursery since he was seventeen months old and it took some time to settle but due to the care received and the very friendly staff, this transition happened very smoothly. The quality of care is exceptional and the facilities are great. They’ve got a very nice garden
to play in and they do a lot of interesting activities outdoors, like cultivating vegetables and learning about the plants' development. All staff are very professional and helpful, they provide the right care for every child. My son really enjoys going to nursery and takes part in all the activities during the day. As parents, for us, the nursery app is very useful to use, be in touch with the staff and be updated daily with useful information about the meals, activities, photos and everything regarding our son. I really appreciate all the efforts made to keep the nursery open and all the children safe during this difficult pandemic situation! I highly recommend!

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Review from Alina Emanuela M (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend the Poppits Day Nursery highly enough. My child has grown from a baby into a confident toddler over the years, so has met with most of the competent, caring and friendly staff. They know each child's strengths and weaknesses, provide solid advice or make recommendations. They pick
up on small things, that may turn into bigger issues and always have an open ear, even during stressful times and they are personable and sincere. Food and beverage is excellent, their approach to menus is outstanding and they are very thorough when it comes to safety. The management is well organised, supporting parents and children alike, communicating efficiently and they keep every tiny detail on the radar, making everything easier with the app! They do a lot of activities like swimming lessons, bouncy castle and tennis. They also have a great garden to enjoy the fresh air every day! I’m very happy choosing Poppits Day Nursery, which for my son is a second family! I highly recommend!

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Review from Thitima K (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Poppits nursery is truly wonderful. It was recommended to us by a friend and was perfect for our daughter, who started at 18 months in the baby room with a great settling in period. She was at the nursery until she was 2 and 10 months as we moved house. Having seen 7 new nurseries so far, I am yet
to find something I love as much as Poppits.
What I love about the nursery is that all age groups have a chance to mix so the children get to know each other, as well as getting to know all the staff. The staff are so friendly, kind and caring. When my daughter had an emotional transition to becoming a sibling, the staff were there to comfort her and they gave her extra attention. We were so grateful for the effort they made.
The activities are great too - my daughter always came home with paintings, creative crafts items, potted plants, etc.
A massive thank you to all the staff who have given our daughter an amazing nursery experience. We wish we could've stayed!

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Review from Daphne B (Mother of Child) published on 23 December 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We used Poppits for both our children and had to leave in September due to relocation. Our daughter is now in a chain nursery. She only now settled after 3.5 months - which was so hard given how happy and settled she was at Poppits.
The past few months have re-confirmed that we absolutely made the
right choice using Poppits for both children. What makes Poppits an outstanding nursery in our eyes is: The team is fun, happy and caring girls. They are there because they truly care for the kids and want to give them all the love and praise they need to grow in a friendly family like environment. You definitely don't find this in a large chain nursery where it is all about numbers and processes.
The location access to the bouncy castle and halls for wet weather running around. A real treat for the kids. The garden is great and the staff plant some veg and fruits to help the children learn. The variety of structured activities and free play balance.
Thank you to all the team. The best!

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Review from Veronic B (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2015
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'd like to say a massive thank you to all the staff at Poppits Nursery. My daughter and son attended Poppits nursery for 4 yrs - my daughter, and my son for 8 months, and I cannot be more pleased with the way they conduct and run the nursery. This is a lovely ,caring, family orientated nursery and
you should have no doubt that when your child is left with the staff, that they are in good hands.
We have now left the nursery unfortunately as we've moved house and my daughter has started her reception year at school, just want to say she is doing really well in school, more advanced than the rest of the kids, all because of the effort and teachings received from the ladies at this nursery. Thank you ladies! And Poppits for an amazing job. Poppits is still missed and spoken about by my daughter!
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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.064)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.064) out of 10 for Poppits Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.2 out of 5 from 5 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.850 for Poppits Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (53 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 60 Ratings = 4.85

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.214 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Poppits Day Nursery is based on 5 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.5

    • ii) 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 35 number of registered child places is 7. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 7 = 0.714

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Poppits Day Nursery

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

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

What Days & Hours is Poppits Day Nursery Open?

Poppits Day Nursery 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 Poppits Day Nursery have capacity for?

Poppits Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 35 Children.

How far is Poppits Day Nursery to the centre of London?

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

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