Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

The Guard House, Mumby Road, Gosport PO12 1NY
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9.6 77 Reviews
  • Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport, Gosport
Welcome to Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport.

Opened in 2005 the Nursery is located in two beautiful grade II listed buildings and is ideally positioned to access either public transport and the ferry or the main routes out to Fareham.

Gosport has large spacious rooms with direct access to outdoor play areas.

The main nursery building accommodates children across two rooms - toddlers and preschool, and the second separate building houses the under two's age group.

The best way to get to know the nursery is to visit and look at what they can offer families where parents can meet and talk to a dedicated childcare team who are proud to meet the needs of each individual child cared for whilst providing the very highest standard of early years care and education.

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Care Provided by Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Michelle Macey (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 26
  • Total Places for Children
  • 90
  • 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
  • Closed all Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

  • Breakfast Club: 07:30 - 08:00 - £5.35
    Full Day: 08:00 - 18:00 - £59.80
    Morning: 08:00 - 13:00 - £41.25
    Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:00 - £39.85
    School Day (7 hours only between 08.00 - 16.30): £55.50

  • 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 £2.25 per funded hour and reviewed annually in line with fee increases.
    For more information please visit our website.

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport Reviews (77)

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9.6

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.633) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport has 77 reviews.

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Review from M R (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is in the baby room, when she first started 9 months ago she just cried but within 2 weeks she was happily settled in.
I think I took longer to adjust than she did.
Staff very helpful, welcoming and make you feel at ease.
I like that I get a call if the staff are unsure on something.
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if she has had an accident I get a call and paperwork is always ready for me to sign on collection.
Handovers are great, and info is always online when I check.
Great work baby room, I can’t fault you.

Reply from Michelle Macey, Nursery Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for the lovely review. We are loving watching your daughter develop and grow with us, she is an amazing little girl. She especially loves exploring the newly opened baby garden and is always the first child to the water and sand area. All the children in the room are very excited about the sensory music wall. Thank you again.


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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 22 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Hopscotch since he was 9 months old. He absolutely loves his time there and made some great friends. The staff have been amazing and is a shame in recent months they have lost some of the great ones.

Reply from Sally Rutledge, Safeguard ,compliance and Marketing Lead at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank for your comments and your fed back. We have loved watching your son grow with us as he has progressed through the nursery. What a super confident and independent young man he has become. We can't believe that he is due to leave us to start his next exciting journey at School in September.


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Review from Emma N (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I felt very nervous about sending my child to nursery, from my very first meeting with the staff I got a really good vibe, although apprehensive, I felt comfortable. My child's development has been brilliant, he has learnt so much. I often wonder where he gets the songs from and the phrases he says
and sings. I can only assume it's from Hopscotch and their team. He has been in the baby section and waddlers so far. He loves all the staff equally but always seems to fall in love with a particular member of staff. My work commitments are ever-evolving and Hopscotch are extremely amicable and supportive of my changes. I’ve always wanted to be a fly on the wall to see what he gets up to, so sometimes I look in the window before ringing the bell, nine times out of ten I see my little boy sitting on someone’s lap getting cuddles, which fills my heart with love. Hopscotch Gosport really are a wonderful and caring nursery. My return to work would not have been possible without them.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we're so glad you chose Hopscotch Gosport to be part of your family.


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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has just started and all staff have done an amazing job in helping her settle her in the under 2’s! She so clearly has a bond with her key worker already which is lovely to see and makes it easier leaving her.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you so much for your lovely review and so happy she is setting and getting that vital bond with her key person already. We look forward to seeing her grow and develop through the nursery. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch to be part of your family.


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Review from Ben C (Father of Child) published on 12 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has been at Hopscotch for almost 18 months now and absolutely loves it. He is welcomed with huge smiles every morning and as are the girls from him.
I love that everyone is very hands on with the day to day activities and it allows our child to get stuck in too!
Thanks everyone.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for leaving us such a positive review, so glad that you chose Hopscotch to be part of your family.


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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport have been fantastic at building my child’s confidence and promoting good social interaction with her peers. Which has been especially important for her after lockdown. They are attentive to her moods on specific days and all the staff are great at building relationships
with her and have earned both her trust and mine. I cannot recommend them enough.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you so much for your lovely review and for choosing Hopscotch to be part of your family!


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Review from T L (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very understanding and very supportive with myself and my child. They really help and try their best to meet both our needs. Cannot thank and appreciate them enough for everything they have done and continue to do.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing Hopscotch for your childcare.


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Review from C J (Father of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter enjoys every day at nursery and is always doing lots of different activities. All of the staff have been great with her, friendly and helpful. All of the meals and snacks have been varied so it's great knowing she gets to try lots of different foods. Extremely glad we chose this nursery
for our daughter.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing Hopscotch for your daughter's childcare.


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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since our child has moved up to the toddler room we cannot complain at all. Information from the staff about our child is always amazing and they know everything about what has happened that day.
Absolutely lovely staff, cannot fault them in the slightest.
My child is always so happy. Very impressed
with the nursery.
Management is incredible, they are very helpful with any issues that we may have had.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for leaving such a lovely review and for choosing Hopscotch to be part of your family.


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Review from Eloise S (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport are all amazing. My son started when he was 9 months old. They do an amazing job. After every week my son comes home speaking more words. He has even been moved into preschool which will help him progress more. I have no bad words to say, but loads I can praise
Hopscotch with.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review; were so glad you chose Hopscotch to be part of your family.


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Review from Sarah M (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Hopscotch enough. My 3-year-old joined aged 9 months and has flourished in babies, toddlers, and now preschool. He has a great relationship with all the staff and they're all so kind and friendly. My 17-month-old has been in babies for almost 9 months and he is really happy and growing
in confidence.
They go above and beyond to make sure the boys are always settled and happy, and also that I am happy and reassured they're ok.
I was nervous about my 3-year-old starting and then my 17-month-old joining during covid but I had no need to be at all.....the boys are safe, happy, cared for, and developing exactly as they should be.
I like how friendly and approachable everyone is, nothing is too much trouble and any concerns or questions I've had have always been discussed and resolved immediately.
I am so pleased both my boys attend hopscotch and know that when they are there they have so much fun and are constantly learning new things

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Sarah, thank you for your lovely review, we can not believe he will be leaving us soon to start 'Big' school, but we will enjoy watching your younger son grow and develop. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch to be part of your family.


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Review from D S (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have always had a positive experience with all of the staff who are very helpful and happy to go above and beyond, sometimes my son doesn't want to leave! I couldn't give a bigger recommendation for someone looking for a nursery with affordable fees, great facilities and genuinely caring staff. 5
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Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing Hopscotch for your son's childcare.


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Review from Natasha D (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my son started Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport in June 2021, he was quite delayed in his speech and social skills. The ladies at hopscotch helped him open up and build his confidence in playing with other children rather than alongside them. He now has improved in his speech so much that he can count,
identify his colours and shapes and communicate his wants and needs. I can’t thank Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport enough for the love and care they have given my child, he loves attending and telling me what he’s done during the day.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review. We continue to enjoy watching your son grow. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch for your childcare.


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Review from T G (Grandmother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Granddaughter loves attending Hopscotch nursery, she is always happy to go and always happy when I collect her. She is comfortable with all the ladies which is great, I have no concerns at all. I would highly recommend Hopscotch to anyone looking for child day care its the best.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review and for choosing Hopscotch for your grand daughters childcare.


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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since starting at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport my son has come on leaps and bounds. It's been lovely to see observations on the app of what he gets up to every day. The staff are amazing and always take time to listen to any questions. My son loves attending and goes in with a big smile every day.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review and for being part of our Hopscotch Family.


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Review from D L (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy and content with the how the toddler room staff have helped my little girl settle, and become more confident in her self.
The staff are very friendly and have always made it a positive space for my little girl to happily go off too and play and learn.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for leaving such a lovely review. I would also like to thank you for being part of our Hopscotch family.


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Review from Katie J (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my little ones have been going to this nursery for the past 2 years and not once had any issues, the staff are amazing and super friendly, neither of my children have ever had a complaint. Absolutely amazing place and I highly recommend.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you, for this lovely review. We are glad that both of your children are enjoying their time at Hopscotch.


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Review from Poppie C (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has been going to Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport for over a year now, since 9 months old. The facilities are excellent, with a lovely outdoor space for him to play in.
The staff are exceptional, nothing is too much trouble for them and they are very supportive of our child’s development.
They have a genuine care for him and clearly enjoy their jobs, creating a wonderful atmosphere within the nursery.
We would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for somewhere to put their child.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for this lovely review and for being part of our Hopscotch family.


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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport are brilliant, I am a first-time mum and have returned to work with my daughter being just 6 months which as you can imagine was very nerve-wracking however the staff are incredible and so passionate. Her key worker is amazing and my daughter loves being here so much

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you so much for your lovely review, were so glad your happy and that our team are supporting both you and your daughter.


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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot recommend Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport enough. They have been amazing with my daughter and she has blossomed since starting last June. The updates and care diary are great to keep me informed on how she’s been throughout the day, she’s always so happy and loves all the staff.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review, were so glad your daughter is blossoming and we continue to enjoy watching her grow and develop through Hopscotch.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.633)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.633) out of 10 for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) 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:

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

    The Average Rating of 4.633 for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is calculated as follows: ( (195 Excellents x 5) + (54 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (5 Poors x 2) + (4 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.633

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport 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:

    • 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Michelle

Michelle Macey

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2007

Hi, I am Michelle Macey, the Manager of Hopscotch, Gosport. I've been with Hopscotch since 2022 when I joined the Fareham Nursery as Deputy Manager to cover Maternity leave.


I am committed to supporting my team in providing outstanding care to your children, and their own professional development through in-house training or formal studies.


With an established, caring and committed team, I enjoy my job every single day. I get to see babies take their first steps through to tearful goodbyes to our children joining the school, knowing that we have supported each individual child in developing to their full potential.


Hopscotch Gosport was our very first nursery, and it's the one that is close to all of our hearts. The building is a historic Naval guards house that Freya converted in 2005, and we've maintained a deep connection to many Navy families in the area over the years. With a child-centred and spacious layout, we can ensure that children enjoy and achieve in all areas of learning. Our outdoor environments are welcoming and engaging and offer ample opportunities for children to express their independence and creative skills.


The layout of the nursery allows for total free flow from indoor to outdoor areas with each of our playrooms having direct access to the outdoor environment. This allows our dedicated childcare team to follow and enhance children’s interests and, in turn, means that children are engaged in their play and learning.


My team and I are here to support you and your family every step of the way from the first settling-in sessions, weaning, potty training and on to school. As a mother, I know first-hand how important it is to be supported through the early years journey our children take.


We hope you would like to come to visit Hopscotch Gosport where we can show you our nursery and introduce you to our team.


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