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Hopscotch Nursery in Hove (BN3 1PL)

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Mar 2025)
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5.0(63 Google reviews) ·9 Nizells Avenue, Hove, BN3 1PL · Brighton and Hove
Number of places
57 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2025
Local authority
Brighton and Hove

About this day nursery

Hopscotch Nursery in Hove, established in 2016, is dedicated to fostering an environment where children learn, play, and smile. The day nursery, recognised with an Outstanding rating by Ofsted, is situated in a welcoming home in central Hove, conveniently close to the train station.

It boasts expansive, well-equipped spaces featuring excellent resources, alongside a dedicated soft play area with a ball pool and a separate room for toddlers. Their comprehensive fees cover a range of enrichment activities, including Hopscotch Explorers trips, Boogie Mites musical sessions, and additional programmes that go beyond the core curriculum.

They emphasise supporting families with childcare funding complexities and offer a transparent fee structure. The day nursery operates for 51 weeks a year, closing only for Bank Holidays and during the Christmas and New Year period.

They also have a strong focus on community engagement and environmental responsibility, as highlighted in their broader group ethos.

What it's like

Staff provide wonderful experiences at this exceptional nursery. Children are inspired and highly motivated to learn as they fully immerse themselves in a rich and varied curriculum. Staff have very high expectations of what the children can do and achieve, challenging them to continually ask questions, fostering curious and confident learners.

Ofsted OutstandingEnrichment focused curriculumCentral Hove location51 weeks openingNappies and snacks included

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on year-round places open 51 weeks a year, with fees payable during all absences. Standard fees include snacks, formula, and organic milk, while hot meals are charged extra. Deposits are required upon booking alongside a registration fee, with optional enrichment fees also applicable.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Places are open all year round for 51 weeks.
  • Fees are due for all absences.
  • Fees include baby formula, organic milk, and morning and afternoon snacks.
  • A registration fee and deposit are payable upon registration.
  • Hopscotch Experience Enrichment Fee applies per funded hour from September 2025.

Key facts

Food

Breakfast, nutritious snacks, baby formula, organic milk included. Optional hot lunch and tea for an additional charge.

Opening hours

7:30am to 6:30pm

Age range

0 to under 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Hopscotch Nursery

Last inspected 27 March 2025 · Tina Lambert

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Staff provide wonderful experiences at this exceptional nursery. Children are inspired and highly motivated to learn as they fully immerse themselves in a rich and varied curriculum. Staff have very high expectations of what the children can do and achieve, challenging them to continually ask questions, fostering curious and confident learners.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff provide wonderful experiences at this exceptional nursery, inspiring and motivating children to learn.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make excellent progress due to highly individualised and inclusive programmes.
  • Leaders are inspirational in their dedication to supporting the staff team, prioritising well-being and professional development.
  • The entire staff team works together and goes above and beyond to support children with SEND, establishing exceptional partnerships with parents and outside agencies.
  • Staff are extremely skilled at delivering an impactful curriculum, using props and stories to teach new vocabulary and moral lessons.
Inspection #10380416 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents feed back that this approach has had a positive impact on their home life.

Staff feel valued and listened to. They report that the leaders wholeheartedly invest in them and actively encourage them to 'play to their strengths' throughout the nursery.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make excellent progress because staff develop a highly individualised programme that is fully inclusive. The entire staff team works together and goes above and beyond to support children with SEND, establishing an exceptional partnership with parents and outside agencies to secure additional help and gather an understanding of the precise support that they can offer. Staff offer targeted plans and one-to-one support, where needed, working tirelessly to ensure that those children who need additional support achieve the best possible outcomes.

Outdoor space

Children learn about other cultures and beliefs through rich interactive experiences, both inside and outside the nursery. The inspector observed the implementation of the curriculum during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.

Google Reviews of Hopscotch Nursery

5.0
(63 Google reviews)
Jay Stevens
3 months ago

My niece and I love Hopscotch. An incredible nursery with amazing staff. The nursery is in great condition, colouful and most importantly fun, they have a an amazing soft play room she never wants to leave. The staff are friendly, super caring and engaging. We couldn't ask for a better experience and would highly recommend.

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Alice Hamilton
3 months ago

Our daughter has recieved amazing care at Hopscotch 7 dials. They are kind and caring but also focus on holistic development (e.g. healthy lifestyle, mindfulness, physical and academic). Would recommend to any friend.

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Danielle Stevens
3 months ago

I cannot thank seven dials enough for all the amazing care and support they provide to me and my daughter. They’re lovely, caring and so genuine and always put her best interests first! Thanks girls for everything! X

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Evannah Cleary
3 years ago

We can not fault Hopscotch Nizells. A wonderful nursery with amazing staff and management. The nursery is spotless, colouful and fun, they have a an amazing soft play room which our kids adored. The staff are friendly, super caring and engaging. We couldn't ask for a better experience and would highly recommend.

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Jodie Banaszkiewicz
3 years ago

Both of our children go to Hopscotch Nizells Ave and they are incredibly happy there. The teachers are brilliant and always think of creative ways to entertain and educate the little ones. The teachers tend to stay working there for years which shows that it is also a good place for them to work. I thoroughly trust them and know the kids are being taken care of very well. I would highly recommend them as a nursery.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2013

  • March 2025Outstanding
  • June 2019Outstanding
  • June 2015Outstanding
  • May 2013Outstanding

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