Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery

Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth BH7 7DW
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9.2 89 Reviews
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Tops Day Nursery - Bournemouth, welcomes babies from three months old and provides children with an excellent learning through play environment to help them develop through their pre-school years.

Tops Bournemouth's practice is inspired by Reggio Emilia and Scandinavian ethos – they believe that children should be surrounded by beautiful, aesthetic things and exposed to inspirational experiences. Tops Bournemouth put big emphasis on the they way children learn and the resources used in the nursery. In daily activities children have opportunities to use their imagination as well as develop critical thinking.

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in October 2016 with early years professionals dedicated to best practice, the nursery also has its own training team to ensure standards are kept high and up-to-date with childcare sector developments.

This nursery is part of a group that provides the most eco-sustainable childcare and education in the UK, being respectful of the environment and acting to reduce, re-use and recycle resources is an important part of the culture and routine for the children and staff.

The nursery offers very flexible hours and parents can book to the nearest 15 minutes, meaning they only book and pay for the hours that suit them.

The nursery has a number of extracurricular activities such as Tops Cooking School, Tops Forest School, meditation, yoga, Rugby Rangers, Boogie Mites, tooth brushing and much more.

Families are always welcome to call to discuss their child and their progress at the nursery. Throughout the day, staff record important information about each child, such as sleep times and food intake. This is shared with families through EYLOG.

The no-added sugar menu at the nursery provides children with a healthy and nutritional start in life.
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Care Provided by Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Stacey Nash (Senior Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 56
  • Total Places for Children
  • 131
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 4 years 11 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 06:00-20:00
    Tuesday 06:00-20:00
    Wednesday 06:00-20:00
    Thursday 06:00-20:00
    Friday 06:00-20:00
  • When Closed
  • Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day

Funding & Fees Guide for Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery

  • 0–2 Years
    Standard £11.76 | Subsidised £11.20 (0–10 hours)
    Standard £10.84 | Subsidised £10.32 (10.25–30 hours)
    Standard £6.52 | Subsidised £6.20 (30.25–36 hours)
    Standard £4.08 | Subsidised £4.08 (36+ hours)


    2–3 Years
    Standard £11.64 | Subsidised £11.08 (0–10 hours)
    Standard £10.76 | Subsidised £10.24 (10.25–30 hours)
    Standard £6.44 | Subsidised £6.12 (30.25–36 hours)
    Standard £4.04 | Subsidised £4.04 (36+ hours)


    3–4 Years
    Standard £11.12 | Subsidised £10.56 (0–10 hours)
    Standard £10.28 | Subsidised £9.76 (10.25–30 hours)
    Standard £6.16 | Subsidised £5.88 (30.25–36 hours)
    Standard £3.88 | Subsidised £3.88 (36+ hours)

Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery Reviews (89)

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Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.189) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery has 89 reviews.

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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both our boys love attending Tops Bournemouth. We have almost been through all the classes now and have been bowled over in every room with how lovely, caring and friendly the staff have been and how well they care for our boys. There's nothing more comforting than dropping your children off and knowing
they are safe and happy. Couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough! Thank you Tops Bournemouth.

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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been so happy with the care Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery have provided for my child whilst he has been at the setting. The staff are kind, caring and know all of the children really well. I love the extracurricular activities that Tops provide such as cooking school, forest school
and yoga. My son still talks about cooking school as he thoroughly enjoyed it. My son will be going to school in September and we will both be very sad to say goodbye to Tops but we thank you for everything!

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Review from Katie L (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been going to Tops Bournemouth since November 2019, he absolutely loves it, they do some many different activities with the children, I love it when he comes home with paintings that he has done.
The staff are all so lovely and each day ask how our son has been and he has built a genuine
bond with each of the nursery workers, especially two from the Explores room, he always asks to go and see them every day, it’s so nice to see your child have a good bond with the nursery workers as it makes us feel better leaving him there.
We really love Tops Bournemouth and all the staff. Thank you to everyone who works here. We would definitely recommend this nursery to anyone.

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Review from Camilla H (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is so happy at this nursery, she is always happy to go and really enjoys the activities they set up for her to do. I am so grateful for the flexibility they have with times as well. The only negative I ever have is the parking situation.

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Review from Taslima R (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Bournemouth nursery for a month now. The staff have been amazing in making me feel at ease. Every single staff member has been reassuring. They have made every effort to ensure my daughter is happy and kept her occupied.

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Review from Stacey W (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have or are attending Tops Nursery. We have always felt well supported and informed about the children’s achievements and improvements.
The staff are friendly and welcoming. Always recommend to friends.

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Review from Rebecca L (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children have been going through Tops Nursery Bournemouth hospital since early 2014 I’ve always been very impressed by the professionalism of the staff and the nursery is well managed. The staff are well looked after and are mostly the same as when my first child went through the nursery, this has
led to high standards and experienced staff. The nursery is excellent and organised into year groups - this allows age-specific activities and good preparation for school. My son currently enjoys cooking school and has undertaken regular trips to interact and build relationships with patients on a rehab ward. He is also especially interested in the preschool bunny! The flexible booking and hours are excellent, admin staff communicate well. Food is excellent, varied and healthy. Tops is a busy nursery which might not be everyone’s cup of tea but in my opinion, the benefits of it being so well run and structured outweigh this and in my mind prepares the children well for the school environment.

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Review from Jackie P (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Top Day Nurseries: Bournemouth for just over six months now and she loves it. I was very nervous about going back to work and leaving her, but the nursery has been so supportive. My daughter gets so excited going into the nursery and is happy to wander off to play before
I’ve even gone. The practitioners are so friendly, and nothing is ever too much to ask for. I'm always telling other parents about this nursery as I think it’s amazing.

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Review from Sally L (Mother of Child) published on 7 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have sent both our boys to this nursery, and couldn't be happier with the setting. For 5 and half years they have looked after our boys and have supported and encouraged them to become amazing, confident and compassionate young people.
From the first day we took our first boy in, we were reassured
and happy to be leaving him with such competent staff. They understood our feelings and beliefs when it came to raising our children, and respected our methods.
It is a great nursery and we would highly recommend to anyone looking for child care.

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Review from Hannah (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started here at three months and the nursery couldn't have been kinder, more helpful and given me more confidence in leaving her. The communication with the parents is great and I always feel like I'm being listened to. All thanks to the great staff.

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Review from Jodie B (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would highly recommend Tops Day Nursery - Bournemouth, they have most recently supported my son in potty training at 22 months and provided me with useful information and advice. All the staff are friendly and caring with the children in their care. I also love that they have such a good range of open-ended
toys that encourage imaginative play.

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Review from Sam (Father of Child) published on 7 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very impressed with all rooms of the nursery. Child development is very important and I feel this has been recognised in all rooms of Tops Bournemouth. Thank you to all the staff!

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Review from Laura E (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been very happy with every aspect of the care provided for my little boy a Tops Bournemouth. The staff are lovely and the children always seem to be happy. There are so many activities and opportunities for the children to get involved and I can see how well my little boy has developed during
the time he has spent at the nursery.


I get very few tears when I drop my little boy off because usually, he has run off to get involved in an activity without even saying "goodbye". That to me is a great sign that he is confident, settled and happy to be there. (The staff are quick to give the children cuddles and reassurance when there are tears and as a mum, that makes it easier for me to walk away. I know he will be fine again in a minute or two).


I have recommended Tops Bournemouth to a number of friends and will continue to do so.


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Review from Claudia M (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of our children have thoroughly enjoyed their time at Tops Day Nursery. We have been really impressed with the Montessori style of learning promoting independence and it has really suited our children. All of the staff have been so friendly and welcoming. Our daughter is really enjoying Forest
School and hopefully, she will be able to attend the cookery school when there is space. I love being able to receive the kid's daily observations with their pictures at work.

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Review from John P (Father of Child) published on 5 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have sent two of my children to the Tops Nursery at the Bournemouth Hospital, my eldest daughter left last year after completing 4 years and over the years we saw he flourish in terms of her development and learning. The staff are excellent and the range of activities for all ages is to a very high
standard in my comparison to other local nurseries. I would recommend this nursery to any parent if they want their child to go on to school as a well-rounded individual.

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Review from Caroline L (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. The staff are always friendly, approachable and do a fantastic job of looking after and educating our children. They offer a variety of fun activities each day to educate and keep the children engaged, as well as offering trips out, cookery school and forest school, which I cannot
speak highly enough of.
The facilities are good and the outdoor area is brilliant fun. Both my daughters are very happy at Tops and I would definitely recommend them to anyone.

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Review from Michelle (Guardian of Child) published on 2 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am always recommending this nursery to friends. Having gone through a long process to become guardians of the children, the nursery has supported me and helped me find processes to support the children.
The children's development and support from our nursery is totally amazing they are always caring
and insightful to the children and I love the feedback they give.


Please don't change you are all amazing.


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Review from Abi W (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is now almost 4 and has attended Tops Bournemouth since her 1st birthday. I cannot recommend them enough and in fact, have to numerous people including my sister whose little boy also started aged 1. Staff are so friendly and invested in my child and it's great to see her run to staff in
the morning and be sad to leave in the afternoon. The nursery is so helpful and flexible and has got us out of last-minute childcare issues so many times as my husband and I are both shift workers and can often have to start early, leave late or change shifts last minute and if they can help they do. Our daughter had thrived since being at Tops and we will be very sad when she leaves to start school in September. To trust your child with other people without ever worrying is priceless.

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Review from Ruth H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both our children have attended Tops Bournemouth since 9 months of age. We cannot commend the staff enough for their constant nurturing and care for our children. We love the use of the Eylog app so that both we and the practitioners can update on development and progress and each and every time in
the 3 years we have collected one or both children we are given an in-depth review of the day, the practitioners actually care about your child and their development. We love that there is a great balance between free play, structured activity and learning, with the added options of Forest School etc.


The staff are just fantastic and the only time we ever had an issue it was dealt with quickly and professionally.


The setting itself is always clean and tidy, it is well maintained and constantly updated.


We highly rate Tops Bournemouth and would never hesitate to recommend it.


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Review from Kara O (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very good nursery with excellent communication and service.
My 3-year-old attends and my 5-year-old also did.
Set my 5-year-old up for school amazingly.
Very happy generally.

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Current Review Score: 9.2 (9.189)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.2 (9.189) out of 10 for Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 14 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 4.655 for Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (115 Excellents x 5) + (48 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 168 Ratings = 4.655

  • 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 4.534 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Tops Day Nurseries: Bournemouth Nursery is based on 14 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 131 number of registered child places is 26.2. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 26.2 = 0.534

  • 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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