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[Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Hopscotch # Hopscotch Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2023) · Unit 7, Fern Court, ROTHERHAM, S66 3XJ · Rotherham Number of places 42 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2023 Local authority Rotherham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Hopscotch Rotherham is a nurturing day nursery and pre-school dedicated to providing exceptional childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Located in Fern Court, Woodlaithes Village, the nursery prides itself on its long-serving and passionate staff who are committed to creating a warm, safe, and enabling environment. The setting operates from 8 am to 6 pm, with optional early starts to accommodate diverse family needs. Hopscotch Rotherham believes in equal opportunities for all children to develop and learn at their own pace, adhering to the EYFS framework. The nursery is structured into two main rooms: 'Tiddlywinks' for under 2s, offering a secure space for babies and toddlers with various age-appropriate activities and direct garden access, and 'Skittles' for 2-5 year olds, which provides an open-plan environment with dedicated areas for creativity, mark-making, and construction, also with its own enclosed garden featuring a playhouse and climbing frame. Each child is assigned a keyworker who supports their settling-in, fosters positive relationships, and meticulously documents their learning journey. The nursery consistently updates its curriculum based on children's interests and communicates regularly with parents to ensure a holistic learning experience. Our ethos Hopscotch Rotherham is committed to equal opportunities for all children to develop and learn at their own pace, adhering to the EYFS framework. They believe in creating a warm, safe, and enabling environment, with a keyworker system to support each child's learning journey. Curriculum is updated based on children's interests and parents are kept informed. What it's like Children are very happy and make good progress at Hopscotch. They become keen and inquisitive learners, well prepared for school. Staff work closely with parents to build routines based on children's experiences and interests, helping them to build friendships and trust. Dedicated long-serving staff EYFS framework curriculum Separate rooms for under 2s and 2-5 years olds Private enclosed gardens ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](http://www.hopscotchrotherham.co.uk/Contact-Us.php) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am-6pm Age range 6 weeks to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types early starts ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hopscotch Inspection date Aug 2023 Inspection no. 10301278 Lead inspector Andrew Clark Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227381)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY454448) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=hopscotch-s66-3xj-ey454448) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hopscotch Last inspected 2 August 2023 · Andrew Clark 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 are very happy and make good progress at Hopscotch. They become keen and inquisitive learners, well prepared for school. Staff work closely with parents to build routines based on children's experiences and interests, helping them to build friendships and trust. Inspector highlights - Children are very happy throughout their time in the friendly and well-run nursery. - Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), learn to feel safe and confident in the care of the experienced staff. - The experienced and enthusiastic manager provides sustained, purposeful and focused leadership. - Staff strongly support children with SEND. - Staff positively promote children's love of reading. Areas to develop - 1 focus staff's professional development on supporting children to further deepen and recall their new learning and experiences. Inspection #10301278 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227381) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are proud to send their children to the nursery. > They appreciate the care staff take and the progress their children make. > They particularly comment on the staff's warm and sensitive attitude towards their children from the moment they start. > They welcome the very good range of useful information on their children's achievements. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), learn to feel safe and confident in the care of the experienced staff. Staff strongly support children with SEND, identifying gaps in learning early and working with professionals and parents to plan future learning. They use additional funding to extend staff training, for example, on using sign language. Outdoor space Children enjoy searching for bugs and worms in the exciting muddy garden, identifying them on their charts and listening to well-chosen books about them. Inspection history Date: May 2013 - August 2023 Good - January 2018 Good - May 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Hopscotch ### How does Hopscotch support children with SEND? ### What outdoor space is available at Hopscotch? ### What grade did Ofsted give Hopscotch? ## Nearby day nurseries in ROTHERHAM Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Hopscotch. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Wonder Years Inspirational Day Care Centre Rotherham · S65 4QB ](/nursery/wonder-years-inspirational-day-care-centre-s65-4qb-2593228) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Granby House Nursery Rotherham · S66 2NP 4.2(12 reviews) ](/nursery/granby-house-nursery-s66-2np-ey281270) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Nurtured @ Northfield Rotherham · S66 2HL 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/nurtured-northfield-s66-2hl-303255) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Wickersley Nursery Rotherham · S66 2DJ 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/wickersley-nursery-ltd-s66-2dj-ey489043) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### Lime Tree Day Nursery (Thrybergh) Rotherham · S65 4JL 4.6(18 reviews) ](/nursery/lime-tree-day-nursery-thrybergh-s65-4jl-2716040) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Happy Kids Dalton Rotherham · S65 4HQ 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/happy-kids-dalton-s65-4hq-2571554) [See all nurseries in ROTHERHAM →](/search?q=ROTHERHAM) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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