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

The ladies at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport are all so lovely with my daughter, she really enjoys coming to nursery and talks about all of the ladies all of the time! She tells me all about her day when she comes home every time and the fun things she has gotten up to that day.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Were very glad that your daughter loves coming to the nursery. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch and for your lovely review.


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

My son has a delay in his development and I am really pleased with the improvement I have seen in my little boy since he started attending Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport. The staff are very polite, reassuring and have gone above and beyond to support him towards his development. Special mention to his
key worker who is very knowledgeable and keeps me updated on his progress. He enjoys coming to nursery. Thank you Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport team for the great service.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you so much for your lovely review, I will pass on the special mention to his key worker. Thank you once again for choosing Hopscotch for your son's childcare needs.


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

Always amazing, helpful, and professional staff. The homely atmosphere makes my child happy to go there every day. Variety of food even with dairy allergies and all of the information on what the child ate at the end of the day. Also, my child seems to be prepared for big school already. I 100% recommend
this nursery.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review, thank you for choosing Hopscotch.


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

All I have to say is that the staff have been fabulous and I am very honoured to have had them share in my son's rearing since he was a year old. They always go over and above to make the learning experience perfect for each child.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

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


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

The members of staff have always been so helpful and supportive towards my son & myself. He has adjusted so well which i put down to the lovely staff making him feel welcomed and comfortable within the nursery setting. He will come home after doing such a large variety of activities during the day

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Were so glad that you have both felt so welcomed at our nursery, were so glad you chose Hopscotch for your son's childcare. We look forward to watching him grow and develop.


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Review from Tom B (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Hopscotch Gosport since September 2020 and has loved every second! When he figures out where he's going there's no stopping him now. The staff have been excellent and the updates we receive have been lovely to see. If you have any questions they are always happy to provide and
answer or look out for any issues. Five star review is nowhere near good enough.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Tom, This is such a lovely review, it's really lovely to hear how much your little boy loves attending nursery. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch to be part of your family.


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

Absolutely the best nursery around!
The staff at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport are friendly and welcoming. Their attention to detail in all aspects of my daughter's care is second to none, I feel completely at ease when I drop my daughter off, always coming home with a smile!
The outdoor activities
and garden are where my child loves to explore the most and their garden is very well equipped with lots of different ways to learn and play.
My child always has a variety of different meals at Hopscotch which I feel helps with positively trying new foods, there is nothing my daughter won't try!
Overall I would say this is a fantastic pre-school and would totally recommend it to any mum/dad looking for a nursery.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you so much for your amazing review. It is lovely to hear that your daughter is getting the best Preschool experience before she goes onto 'Big school'. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch for your daughters childcare.


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

Absolutely fantastic, caring team. They go over and above to accommodate you and your little one. The teams are so caring and hands-on and my little one loves being there. They put my son at such ease when he first started and he looks forward to his sessions. It's such a relief to leave my little one
where he feels safe and happy. Cannot rate Hopscotch highly enough.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Lynne, Thank you for leaving such a lovely review and please to hear your little one enjoys attending the nursery. Thank you for choosing Hopscotch for your son's childcare.


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Review from Katie S (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Hopscotch Gosport for any child. The staff are warm, welcoming and professional. They always seek to answer any concerns, are proactive and take a keen interest in my child’s development and play. The activities that the children are involved in are wonderful. I particularly
loved the real-life caterpillars, African snails and eggs hatching. These experiences are so important for our little ones and things I couldn’t necessarily offer at home. Thanks a million for such a fabulous service, every day!

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you, Katie, the experiences are extremely important to all children and staff. As you say not everyone is able to experience this at home! I do believe the staff and parents enjoyed the chicks just as much as the children (if not more!).


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Review from Danielle L (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is 2 and a half and has been attending Hopscotch since she was 9 months old. All the staff are amazing at what they do and I feel comfortable knowing that my daughter is being so well looked after. Their food is great and the activities they do are also really educational and fun. She will
stay in the setting until she starts school. Thank you for everything Hopscotch!

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Glad that your daughter is having fun at Hopscotch. Thank you for your amazing review!


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Review from Rebecca H (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started here at 12 weeks old and as he was a newborn I wanted to feel like he was safe and in good hands. He is now nearly 1 years old and still attends, he is always so happy when we drop him off and every member of staff is lovely.
There has never been any problems. Communication between
staff and myself is good and with the app, it means we can keep up to date with what he is doing along with his meals and nap times.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for your lovely review we're glad your son is having fun learning and developing at Hopscotch.


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Review from Bonnie A (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is such a wonderful place for children to learn and play! My fighter has been here since she was nine months old. They have played a part in bringing her up. She has absolutely flourished within this environment. Her social and communication skills have been truly nurtured
here. The nursery nurses are skilled and just amazing with the children, they really do go above and beyond to support the children and their families. I have recently placed my son here and have had no issues whatsoever as I know he will be taken good care of and he already adores being at nursery! If you are debating if this nursery is right for your child, it absolutely is! The communication between staff and parents is second to none.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you Bonnie for a lovely review, glad that little man is setting and enjoying his time in the under twos. Can not believe little lady will go on her next adventure soon to big school! Thank you Lucy


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Review from Julie M (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started nursery in January. I couldn't be more pleased with how he is getting on he is loving it and comes back regularly with drawings or things he has made which is lovely, the staff are all amazing and support my little one so well. I am regularly updated on how he is doing which is very reassuring.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Julie, Glad that he has settled well at nursery and enjoy the different activities available to him during his sessions at Hopscotch. Lucy


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Review from Lauren C (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one loves Hopscotch. They are always doing fun activities and all the staff know the children well. There is great outdoor space for them to play around in at each age group. We get regular updates about their development via their online platform.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Lauren, Thank you for your lovely review and glad you're loving the tapestry updates. We are extremely lucky to have some fantastic outdoor areas for the children to explore. Lucy


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Review from Rosie W (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a lovely setting, my child is currently in the under 2s room and she’s come along so well. They worked so hard with her and she went from crying at drop off and having to be carried in to walking in confidently. Everyone is so warm and welcoming, I love the app they use and the setting is very
clean, bright and looked after. I get great updates at pick up time and all the meals and snacks are varied and fresh. I’m so sad my child turns 2 soon and will be moving rooms, I wish she started Hopscotch sooner to have spent more time enjoying babies but I know she’ll get on just fine in children!

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Rosie, Thank you for the lovely review. It's amazing how quick the children grow and develop and move through the setting. I can assure you that she will have just as much fun in the Toddler room. Lucy


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Review from L J (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is such an amazing nursery. My daughter joined during the first lockdown and settled in very quickly, much to our relief, with the help of the wonderful, welcoming staff. On our tour we were impressed with the play rooms, there is a large range of toys and equipment available
to engage with inside and out, including their brilliant sensory room! My daughter has flourished since starting here and with the help and support from staff, she is growing into a confident and assertive little lady. Highly recommended this nursery to everyone.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Thank you for such a lovely review, we're glad that your daughter is flourishing and getting to explore all aspects of the setting, thank you for choosing Hopscotch


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Review from Rebecca M (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little girl has been at Hopscotch day Nursery Gosport from the age of six months, she’s now three. Apart from a slight wobble when transitioning from babies to toddlers and not getting on with her first key worker, who was quickly swapped, once she was allowed to bring a settling object from home,
my daughter has gone from strength to strength, thanks to the staff who recognise her needs. She’s formed some really close bonds with her key workers over the years and still gets excited to see and chat to them, even after she’s moved settings. Her speech has come on leaps and bounds since joining preschool, as well as her imagination based play and drawing skills. It is clear the team do a great job in providing one on one but also fun group activities. My next bundle of joy is due soon and I will not hesitate to send them to Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Rebecca, Thank you for such a lovely review it's so good that we are meeting all your current and future childcare requirements.


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Review from Gabriella M (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has settled in so well and I am so confident in leaving him. He is always so happy when I pick him up and will talk about his day and his teachers. The staff are amazing and they care for all the children so well. Working in the childcare sector it was always a big worry for me to leave
my child with anyone else but hands down this is the best nursery and I wouldn't hesitate in referring people to Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport. Thank you all for the quality of care you provide and I can't wait for my little girl to start.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Gabriella, Thank you for such a positive review and we look forward to your little girl joining the Hopscotch family soon


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Review from Gemma W (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has settled in really well and absolutely loves her days at nursery. The staff are wonderful, so warm and friendly. She has already done a range of different activities and the updates on the app, showing us what she’s been doing, are regular. A highly recommended nursery.

Reply from Lucy Boswell, Manager at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport

Hi Gemma, so glad she is enjoying her time at Hopscotch and you're getting lots of Tapestry posts. Lucy


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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 4 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has settled in amazingly. All the staff are confident and fantastic in their job role. I feel assured he is safe and looked after well.

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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 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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