Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery

49 Blandford Road, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne Minster BH21 3HD
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7.9 57 Reviews
Tops Day Nursery in Corfe Mullen offers happy, nurturing care for the hours parents need.

The nursery offers flexible hours and parents can book to the nearest 15 minutes, meaning parents pay for the hours that suit them. They cater for children from three-months-old up to pre-school age, as well as children aged five to 11 years in the Hi5's Out of School & Holiday Club.

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.

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

While each child is at the nursery, families can call as often as they like to talk to a member of staff about your child and their day at nursery.

During a child’s day at nursery, staff will record important information to share with families, such as sleep times/nappy changes and information about milk/food intake. This information is added to a daily report which is submitted onto EYLOG.

Tops Day Nurseries has introduced a no-added sugar menu to all nurseries, ensuring children start their time at nursery with a nutritional, healthy diet.
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Care Provided by Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Carla George (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 26
  • Total Places for Children
  • 86
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 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: Corfe Mullen Nursery

  • 0–2 Years
    Morning (9am – 11.45am): £30.58
    Afternoon (12.45pm – 2.45pm): £22.24
    Flexi Rate: £9.68


    2–3 Years
    Morning (9am – 11.45am): £30.36
    Afternoon (12.45pm – 2.45pm): £22.08
    Flexi Rate: £9.60


    3–4 Years
    Morning (9am – 11.45am): £28.49
    Afternoon (12.45pm – 2.45pm): £20.72
    Flexi Rate: £9.00

Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery Reviews (57)

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Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery has a Review Score of 7.9 (7.924) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery has 57 reviews.

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Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We recently moved house and we reluctantly chose to move our 18-month-old’s nursery however we are just delighted with Tops Corfe Mullen. They have made this aspect of our move and the upheaval that comes with it all so much easier. The nursery staff are all so friendly, professional and informative.
The journals and observations are thorough and it’s a joy to see so many photos. They sometimes venture out to the park/beach etc and always try to go outside when possible to play which we love. The setting is also really well thought out and full of natural toys. The team in Explorers have really gone above and beyond to welcome our little girl and we are so happy with our decision. Would recommend to anyone considering a move.

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Review from Rebecca L (Mother of Child) published on 2 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started in September this year and from the moment we looked around the nursery I knew I wanted to send him there. All the staff are really lovely and you can see that they all really care about what they do. I love that they provide regular updates via the app and I can see how much my son enjoys
it there even though it’s only been two months! I would highly recommend.

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Review from Sam (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been with Tops Day Nurseries since he was 9 months old and he has gone through every room. He is now 7 years old and goes to the Hi 5 after school club. My son has complex needs and every member of staff has shown kindness and understanding towards him. My son loves every member of staff
within this nursery and feels comfortable and safe with them.
They have helped me in many ways regarding reports and strategies to help my son. Every member of staff always go above and beyond for every child and are always there for parents too.

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Review from Kate H (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at another nursery but was very unhappy there, after much consideration I decided to remove him and try him at Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery.
From the moment I met the manager, who showed me around the setting and was amazing, I knew I was making the right decision.
On my
sons first day, all the staff were really inviting and friendly but also understood when to give my son his own space and let him find his feet.
I ended up sending both my boys here and they both loved it, they both formed good friendships with the staff and other children. Such a lovely setting and amazing staff.

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Review from A V (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was quite apprehensive putting my child into nursery.
She has been in nursery since she was 9 months old and I couldn’t be happier with the progress and development she has made since starting there.
The staff are caring and go above and beyond daily to ensure that my child and others have their
needs met. They are genuinely interested in what she can do and are highly professional in the way the communicate with myself and other parents.
My child does cooking, gardening, going on trips to name a few experiences which the setting offers.
I would definitely recommend visiting the nursery and seeing it for yourself!

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Review from Laura P (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending for two years now and has come on leaps and bounds. The staff have formed a good relationship with him, so he is comfortable enough having cuddles, etc. when I’m not there. They also set boundaries and discipline fairly when necessary.
The fact he loves going to nursery shows
how much of a great setting this is.

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Review from S Y (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son has spent three years at Tops Day Nursery - Corfe Mullen. He settled very well and loves going. Since the new manageress took over, the support and care both my son and myself have received has been excellent. He is a challenging child with many issues. There are a few members of staff that although
they give good childcare, could do with understanding a parents point of view when telling you how your child has been and delivering it in an empathic way but mainly really happy.

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Review from Jess M (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my kids attend Tops Corfe Mullen and love it there. I love that they get so much outside play in the huge garden. The staff are all very friendly, it's got a nice family atmosphere and I love that Tops cares so much about the environment.

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Review from Debbie P (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has absolutely thrived since attending this setting. He was quite shy and had not been in a nursery setting before. The staff have made him feel really welcome and have enabled him to make friends quickly.
We had a little wobble after half term but the staff were there to offer reassurance
and support.
I have seen my son's ability to share with others and play in a group setting come on leaps and bounds.


As a child who thrives on being outdoors, the setting has really enabled this, with the fantastic garden space.


I love the fact that the staff are able to confidently tell me what he has done in the day, including how he has eaten. Also, the App the staff use to put updates of the children on is great and gives a real insight into their day.


Lovely setting with really professional and kind staff.


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Review from Louisa E (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Tops Corfe Mullen for nearly two months, I was very apprehensive about him starting because he was only 7 months old and would be full time at nursery, but he absolutely loves it! The team are lovely and I get updates daily about how he’s been, what they’ve done, eaten and how he’s
slept so I don’t miss a thing.
Nothing's too much trouble and I felt comfortable and at ease the very first day I dropped him off.

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Review from Debbie H (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter currently attends Tops and she absolutely loves it. When we turn up in the morning, she squeals with excitement and can’t wait to get in there and have fun. The staff are absolutely amazing, so thoughtful, kind and caring. The whole setting is very well thought out and I think it’s great
that they have regular outings, tooth brushing practice, different themes/focus every day, cooking and planting seeds to name a few things which make the nursery so special. I’d thoroughly recommend the nursery to anyone looking for a place that I believe goes the extra mile.

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Review from Katrina B (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Tops now for a few months and since being there, she has achieved so many milestones. Her face lights up when we pull into the car park and she knows that she at the nursery. The staff are incredibly friendly and go out of their way to teach the children and help their
development. I couldn’t have asked for a better nursery, My daughter loves it and does so many wonderful activities while she is there.
Strongly recommend anyone who is a bit nervous to start nursery with their little one, to take them to Tops - Corfe Mullen. All your worries will disappear. Thank you girls.

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Review from Susie B (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I’m a first-time mum and I headed back to work when my son was just 7 months old. The staff at Tops Day Nursery Corfe Mullen have made the transition so easy. They send me updates and my son absolutely loves his time there.

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Review from Natasha B (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After visiting a long list of nurseries I went to visit Tops in Corfe Mullen and it is one of the best things I have done. The staff were all so welcoming. As soon as I stepped through the door I knew this was the kind of setting my daughter (who was 8 months) could thrive in and I wasn’t wrong. She
has attended since January 2019 and loves every minute of it. As soon as we pull into the car park and she realises where we are she is a happy baby and it is lovely to see her excited to see her key worker and equally that her key worker is pleased to see her. They are very thorough with their work and clearly all love what they do. Couldn’t recommend them more highly!

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Review from Bradley A (Father of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic staff and facilities. Both my children are thriving here and I’m sure they will continue to do so! Highly recommend Tops Corfe Mullen to anyone!

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Review from Naomi P (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves it here. He gets to do a variety of activities and goes on outings to a park, shop or even the dentist. The staff are amazing. They are all friendly and helpful. I love the skills they learn here. My son particularly enjoys cooking and playing in their huge garden. They have a large tech
table too which is a favourite for most children. I love that the children self serve their own dinner. I highly recommend it.

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Review from Rachael B (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our children are at the Coffee Mullen setting and we have been delighted with both of their progress whilst at the setting, both in terms of their confidence and how much they have achieved on the EYFS criteria. I love getting the observations while I'm at work so I can see what they are doing. The
girls are fantastic in the Explorers room and my youngest absolutely loves going in every day, we have never had any tears when taking him and he has been given extra opportunities because he has been identified as gifted, I didn't even know you could be as a baby!


My eldest left in July to start school. Before he started at Tops he was shy and wouldn't interact with children his own age but he really came out of his shell at the setting. He has gone on to make lots of friends at school and thrive, which I put down to the work everyone did with him at Tops. I think it's a wonderful nursery, they try to be sustainable in everything they do. I can't recommend them highly enough.


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Review from Jenny F (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have two children at Tops Day Nursery - our eldest started when she was 18 months old and our youngest when he was 7 months old, they are now 5 and 3 respectively and we could not be happier with the level of care that they continue to receive at Tops. All of the settings provide varied and interesting
activities for the children to do and each of the members of staff are kind, thoughtful and engaged with all of the children in their care. Communication with parents is fantastic and easily received through the eyLog parent app -often with 2 or more observations a week and daily diary updates as well. Our children have thrived at Tops and love going there - could not recommend it highly enough - and I do recommend it to anyone who is looking for outstanding childcare in the area.

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Review from Kimberley P (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have two daughters that attend Tops Corfe Mullen, one in Investigators and one in Preschool. Staff in both rooms work with the girls amazingly, and have taught them so much. The range of activities are excellent and we love receiving updates via the eyLog app. The girls love going and we love seeing
their development. The bond they have with the staff, particularly the youngest, is lovely to see.

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Review from Hazel G (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the nursery. My daughter enjoys going and enjoys time out in the big garden and interacting with the other staff and children. I feel nursery has continued to develop my daughter's confidence and learning. It's great to see what she has been doing using the e-log. I would like
to know if there will be a parents evening to discuss her progress and what they will be doing with her over the next year?

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Current Review Score: 7.9 (7.924)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 7.9 (7.924) out of 10 for Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 3 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.4 out of 5 from 3 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 4.500 for Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (20 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 36 Ratings = 4.5

  • 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 3.424 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Tops Day Nurseries: Corfe Mullen Nursery is based on 3 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 = 3.25

    • 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 86 number of registered child places is 17.2. 3 Positive Reviews ÷ 17.2 = 0.174

  • 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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Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2021

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Meet the Team (1)

Shaye

Shaye Jaques

Job Title: Senior Nursery Manager

Joined: 2009

1. What qualifications do you have?
NCFE CACHE Level 5 diploma for the early years senior practitioner
Customer Service Level 3
Working towards-Team Leader/Supervisor L3 Standard

2. How many years of experience do you have?
I have accumulated 18 years of professional experience working with children, commencing at the age of 14. My journey began with a part-time position at an onsite nursery while attending secondary school, where I developed a strong foundation in childcare and education.

3. Hobbies/interests
My leisure pursuits encompass a range of activities, including engaging in do-it-yourself projects involving woodworking, taking long walks, and enjoying camping adventures. Quality time with family is a cherished aspect of my life. Furthermore, I am deeply passionate about assisting others in comprehending the environmental impacts we are experiencing.

4. Fun fact
I have an absolute blast when it comes to visiting Disney parks – there's just something magical about immersing myself in the enchanting world of fairy tales and whimsical characters. Whether I'm exploring the iconic Cinderella Castle, riding thrilling attractions, or indulging in delightful snacks, every moment is filled with pure joy and excitement.

On top of that, I am an avid enthusiast of hot holidays.

Basking in the warmth of the sun, sipping on refreshing beverages, and feeling the sand between my toes make for the perfect recipe for relaxation and fun. Whether it's a tropical beach destination or a sunny adventure at a theme park, I am always ready to soak up the sun and create unforgettable memories in the midst of the balmy weather.

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