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Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport # Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · Hopscotch Day Nursery, The Guard House, GOSPORT, PO12 1AB · Hampshire Number of places 88 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport provides childcare for babies, waddlers, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. The nursery focuses on supporting children's development through play, creativity, and teaching, preparing them for school. They offer nutritious food and emphasise quality childcare. Parents can find information regarding fees, funding options, and frequently asked questions on their website. The nursery aims to create a supportive environment, offering resources for parents, including guidance for children starting nursery and those with special educational needs and disabilities. Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport is part of a larger group of nurseries, each with its own dedicated team and resources. They encourage parents to get in touch with their recruitment team for career opportunities. What it's like Children happily arrive at the nursery and receive a warm welcome from staff. They enjoy a variety of sensory activities, such as exploring the mud kitchen, rolling out play dough, and finding shells in the sand. Babies have access to a dedicated sensory room. Children can also freely access the outdoor environment for physical play and imaginative games. Play-based learning School readiness Nutritional focus SEND support ## Pricing & funding Standard session fees are not specified in the provided text. The nursery applies charges for late payments and late pickups after a booked session ends. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - A daily charge is applied for late payment fees. - Late pickup fees are charged for every five minutes after the booked session has ended. ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport Last inspected 27 April 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children happily arrive at the nursery and receive a warm welcome from staff. They enjoy a variety of sensory activities, such as exploring the mud kitchen, rolling out play dough, and finding shells in the sand. Babies have access to a dedicated sensory room. Children can also freely access the outdoor environment for physical play and imaginative games. Inspector highlights - The newly recruited manager has worked hard to implement changes needed to address the actions raised at the last inspection. - The leadership team regularly reflect on feedback they receive and actively respond to any concerns raised. - Children with special education needs and/or disabilities are supported well. - Staff know the children well and have an effective key-person system in place. - Children understand the rules and what is expected of them, and are encouraged to manage their own personal care. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff practice to ensure staff respond to children's needs consistently - 2 strengthen staff support and help staff to understand how to deliver intended learning more effectively for all children. Inspection #10262649 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218949) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10262649 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218949)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY303839) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=hopscotch-day-nursery-gosport-po12-1ny-ey303839) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Most parents are happy with the care their children receive. > They report how positive it is to see what the children have been doing each day. > Most parents feel the communication has improved. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special education needs and/or disabilities are supported well. Changes to the environment have been made to enable staff to better support children's individual needs, including a quiet space for children to have more adult-directed time, which positively impacts their emotional development. Outdoor space Children can freely access the outdoor environment from their room. Older children explore the mud kitchen in the garden, and make cars out of big crates and planks for imaginative play. Children also take part in maths activities outside, throwing beanbags into hoops to work out which has more and less. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: January 2009 - April 2023 Good - October 2022 Inadequate - September 2017 Good - May 2015 Good - January 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport ### What is Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport's Ofsted rating? ### Does Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport offer funded hours? ### What are the age ranges for children at Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport? ### Does Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport have outdoor space? ### How does Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? ### Is Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport part of a larger group? ### Does Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport provide meals for children? ### How can I contact Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport? ## About the setting Hopscotch Gosport registered in 2005. It is situated in The Guard House, close to Gosport town centre in Hampshire. The nursery is open each weekday, from 7.30am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year. The nursery is in receipt of early education funding for children aged two, three and four years. The owner employs 25 members of staff, 18 of whom hold relevant early years qualifications. URN EY303839 Registered person Hopscotch Day Nurseries (Gosport) Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Inadequate ## Nearby day nurseries in GOSPORT Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Hopscotch Day Nursery Gosport. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Pebbles Pre School Gosport · PO12 1JB ](/nursery/pebbles-pre-school-po12-1jb-ey563072) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Doves Nursery Gosport · PO12 1LT ](/nursery/doves-nursery-po12-1lt-110125) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Alverbridge Nursery Gosport · PO12 1ES 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/alverbridge-nursery-po12-1es-ey554575) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Rosies Little Blessings Gosport · PO12 4QA ](/nursery/rosies-little-blessings-po12-4qa-2741933) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Squirrels Of Haselworth Gosport · PO12 1SQ ](/nursery/squirrels-of-haselworth-po12-1sq-2510404) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Squirrels of St Marys Gosport · PO12 3NB ](/nursery/squirrels-of-st-marys-po12-3nb-2646626) [See all nurseries in GOSPORT →](/search?q=GOSPORT) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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