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My 5 year old started there at 11 months old, and my 21 month old is there currently having started at 9 months old. The staff genuinely care about the children in the setting, and their parents/families. They are always happy to offer support and guidance, they are lovely people who I know have/will keep my children safe, provide them cuddles when they fall down and guide them as well as provide them with enriching fun activities. From messy play, outdoor play, baking and crafts, the staff at Poppies have it all covered. My boys have loved their time at Poppies and I will be heartbroken when our time comes to move on. The staff have always made us feel very welcome, and we have an open line of communication regarding my child still in the setting. I wouldn't hesitate to recomend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️", "datePublished": "2026-01-09T19:53:39.491699721Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 2, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "J Bache" }, "reviewBody": "Always trying to get money outv you, the staff are lovely and the kids are engaged etc but the administration staff ruin the feel of the place", "datePublished": "2016-06-04T08:37:51.135Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Jaymee Dobell" }, "datePublished": "2017-09-02T10:16:27.599Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Michelle Ball" }, "datePublished": "2017-08-18T07:24:39.171Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/poppies-daycare-nursery-ltd-sp11-9fq-ey431980#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "South West", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=South%20West" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Poppies Daycare Nursery", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/poppies-daycare-nursery-ltd-sp11-9fq-ey431980" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/poppies-daycare-nursery-ltd-sp11-9fq-ey431980#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How did Poppies Daycare Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Poppies Daycare Nursery was rated Good at its last inspection on 23 January 2024." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents value most about Poppies Daycare Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents say they are very happy with the care and learning their children receive." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What kind of childcare setting is Poppies Daycare Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is registered as childcare on non-domestic premises and provides full day care for children aged from birth to 4 years." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "When is Poppies Daycare Nursery open?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery opens Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5.30pm and operates all year round." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Poppies Daycare Nursery accept funded childcare hours?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It accepts 15 hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, 15 hours for disadvantaged 2-year-olds, and 30 hours for working parents of 3 and 4-year-olds." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Poppies Daycare Nursery # Poppies Daycare Nursery in Andover Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · 4.3 (4 parent reviews) · Perham Down Road, Perham Down, Andover, SP11 9FQ · Wiltshire Number of places 50 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Wiltshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery 30pm all year round. The nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 23rd January 2024. Managers and staff are dedicated to creating a nurturing environment that values each child's interests, ensuring a smooth transition into nursery life for new children, including babies. Children at Poppies Daycare Nursery are observed to be happy, motivated, and engaged in their learning, demonstrating good behaviour and kindness to others. The curriculum is carefully designed to meet individual needs, promoting excellent progress and preparing children for their next educational stages, including school. The nursery places a strong emphasis on developing children's communication, social, and physical skills, with a particular focus on emotional well-being. Staff are proactive in their professional development, implementing new strategies like those for developing numeracy skills in pre-schoolers. Children enjoy ample opportunities for outdoor play, including stamping in puddles in the garden, ensuring plenty of fresh air and exercise daily. Fine motor skills are developed through various activities, such as using single-handed tools and manipulating playdough. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, with managers effectively using additional funding and the SEND coordinator making appropriate referrals to external agencies. Staff foster a love of books and support children in developing self-care skills, building their confidence and independence for school. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with the care and learning their children receive, and staff offer guidance to support learning at home. What it's like Managers and staff create an environment that nurtures children's interests and values them as individuals. Staff work closely with parents from the outset to ensure that they have all the information they need to help children transition to nursery smoothly. Children show that they are happy and motivated to learn and behave well and are kind and polite. Nurturing environment Good Ofsted rating Strong SEND provision Outdoor play Fine motor skill development Independence preparation ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 5.30pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Poppies Daycare Nursery Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10317414 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239628)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY431980) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Perham Down Road, Perham Down, Andover, SP11 9FQ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.63265/51.23874/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Andover - [Day nurseries in Andover](/search?q=Andover) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=poppies-daycare-nursery-ltd-sp11-9fq-ey431980) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Poppies Daycare Nursery Last inspected 23 January 2024 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 Managers and staff create an environment that nurtures children's interests and values them as individuals. Staff work closely with parents from the outset to ensure that they have all the information they need to help children transition to nursery smoothly. Children show that they are happy and motivated to learn and behave well and are kind and polite. Inspector highlights - Managers and staff create an environment that nurtures children's interests and values them as individuals. - Managers organise a robust system for staff training, and staff show a proactive approach to developing their practice. - Staff provide plenty of opportunities for children to develop their fine motor skills. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. - Staff nurture a love of books and support children to learn to manage their own self-care to help build their confidence and self-esteem. Areas to develop - 1 manage distractions during adult-led activities in the pre-school room to support children to stay engaged and focused on their learning. Inspection #10317414 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239628) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that they are very happy with the care and learning their children receive. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Managers use extra funding well to meet the needs of the intended children. The special educational needs and/or disabilities coordinator makes appropriate referrals to external agencies, when needed, to help children get the support they need to make good progress. Outdoor space Children enjoy plenty of fresh air and exercise every day. Toddlers smile widely as they stamp in puddles in the garden. ## Parent Reviews of Poppies Daycare Nursery 4.3 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLz9WeO9N92wjAxryVpr12IBMsi0i1FVvjuLgd3Vvl1eGcsrQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Gemma Wilkinson 4 months ago I couldn't recomend Poppies enough. My 5 year old started there at 11 months old, and my 21 month old is there currently having started at 9 months old. The staff genuinely care about the children in the setting, and their parents/families. They are always happy to offer support and guidance, they are lovely people who I know have/will keep my children safe, provide them cuddles when they fall down and guide them as well as provide them with enriching fun activities. From messy play, outdoor play, baking and crafts, the staff at Poppies have it all covered. My boys have loved their time at Poppies and I will be heartbroken when our time comes to move on. The staff have always made us feel very welcome, and we have an open line of communication regarding my child still in the setting. I wouldn't hesitate to recomend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsTlpFdDJWV05MZERreE56aEhUMHhPV0UwNVNrRRAB!2m1!1s0x4873fb92fe081c7d:0xd0baab9aa47cda10) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX7GqjS_R5I5P7MgxDAZ383HeZj4YVaLVEwxZIKMx4VdOy0hjb6OA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) J Bache 9 years ago Always trying to get money outv you, the staff are lovely and the kids are engaged etc but the administration staff ruin the feel of the place [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRa095ZDZRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4873fb92fe081c7d:0xd0baab9aa47cda10) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUUgQ3HdHYNqyLZ_VS70648vso-SLUxOsTJDN-ifloFa_bFVAoILA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Jaymee Dobell 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRNV9mbnJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4873fb92fe081c7d:0xd0baab9aa47cda10) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW8PrdVkcFNWN0PxlW2RAqwRO9pVY393POnvYow1LOoAqLv3dz3=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Michelle Ball 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3aUtuRTFnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4873fb92fe081c7d:0xd0baab9aa47cda10) Reviews from Google for Poppies Daycare Nursery. 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