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Poppins Preschool and Nursery # Poppins Preschool and Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · 2.3 (3 parent reviews) · The Scout Hut, Jubilee Park, WATERLOOVILLE, PO7 6AW · Hampshire Number of places 30 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2025 Local authority Hampshire About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Poppins Preschool and Nursery, situated in Waterlooville, PO7 6AW, is a childcare setting on non-domestic premises that opened in 2023. The nursery caters to children aged 1 to 4 years, with a total capacity of 30 places. The dedicated staff, who act as excellent role models, provide consistent positive reinforcement, fostering secure levels of confidence, self-esteem, and independence in children. The setting places a strong emphasis on empathy and cooperation, ensuring a calm and harmonious learning environment where every child feels valued and safe. Operating from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on weekdays, the nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, focusing on developing communication, language, and other essential skills. The nursery prides itself on its inclusive approach, with staff skilled in identifying and supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, working collaboratively with other professionals to ensure tailored support. Children enjoy varied outdoor play, benefiting from fresh air and exercise. The leadership team is committed to continuous improvement, with plans to further enhance the mathematics curriculum and provide sign language training to staff, further enriching the children's learning experience. What it's like Children arrive happily at the welcoming setting. They are greeted by caring staff who know them well. This helps children to build strong attachments. They behave well, listen and respond to clear direction from staff, and form good relationships with their peers. Strong standard Kindness and inclusivity Well-supported children High expectations Positive attitudes ## Key facts Opening hours Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 08:00 - 15:00 Established 2023 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Nov 2025 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 1 to 4 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Poppins Preschool and Nursery Last inspected 27 November 2025 · Loretta Murphy What it's like to attend Children arrive happily at the welcoming setting. They are greeted by caring staff who know them well. This helps children to build strong attachments. They behave well, listen and respond to clear direction from staff, and form good relationships with their peers. Inspector highlights - Children behave extremely well, showing kindness, consideration and inclusivity. - Children develop a secure understanding of physical health and safety, making appropriate choices and managing risks confidently. - Staff know and support children very well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, quickly identifying and addressing additional support needs. - Leaders and staff have high expectations for all children, ensuring they access the best possible experiences. - Children are achieving well, developing positive attitudes to learning and making good progress from their starting points. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should review the curriculum for mathematics to ensure it is sequenced so that children are confident in their understanding of specific concepts before moving on to learn something new. Inspection #2745202 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294607) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Poppins Preschool and Nursery Inspection date Nov 2025 Inspection no. 2745202 Lead inspector Loretta Murphy [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294607)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2745202) 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 The Scout Hut, Jubilee Park, WATERLOOVILLE, PO7 6AW Opening hours Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 08:00 - 15:00 [© 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#/-1.03481/50.88845/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near WATERLOOVILLE - [Day nurseries in WATERLOOVILLE](/search?q=WATERLOOVILLE) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=poppins-preschool-and-nursery-po7-6aw-2745202) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff know and support children very well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They quickly identify when children may need additional support and tailor strategies to meet their individual needs. Staff work effectively with other professionals, seeking guidance and making timely referrals to ensure children receive the correct help and close any gaps in their learning. Outdoor space Children demonstrate their enjoyment of outdoor play, and leaders have recently improved access to outdoor play earlier in the day for younger children, ensuring they benefit from fresh air and exercise before they become tired. ## Parent Reviews of Poppins Preschool and Nursery 2.3 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJnER6SxWemnXsNdHCMJVDCdGVXfqNS049rKMbMUtefqYlwrg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Alan Smith 10 months ago I believe this business is closed. I tried phoning along with my wife a good dozen times in the lead up to a term of childcare. We never once had the phone answered and simply went elsewhere for a nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tFMFRsWkdkbUY0V0VnNVJUUjZlRE0zUlROa1RVRRAB!2m1!1s0x487443e2ec750e13:0x157b81fff0ac96d1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIMl_4uRDxinpcEewQNhoRynycfb0VJnGq1YGzotNkjKnLwIQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Gaby long 5 years ago Great nursery my daughter loves it would definitely recommend [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM4dlpiekx3EAE!2m1!1s0x487443e2ec750e13:0x157b81fff0ac96d1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV_92T_uE_5NAEdcOw9PVoihAzCS93X1wO7J_ECDjyWBzu1BJeL=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ghost Lead Delta a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzc3BqUFFnEAE!2m1!1s0x487443e2ec750e13:0x157b81fff0ac96d1) Reviews from Google for Poppins Preschool and Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1547973833186383569&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 27 November 2025 Expected standard Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294607) ## Frequently asked about Poppins Preschool and Nursery ### Does Poppins Preschool and Nursery take babies? ### What kind of childcare setting is Poppins Preschool and Nursery? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What stands out about the nursery’s practice? ### Which area is the nursery developing? ### Whereabouts is Poppins Preschool and Nursery? ## About the setting Poppins Preschool and Nursery was registered with Ofsted on 01/08/2023. It is a childcare on non-domestic premises setting located at The Scout Hut, Jubilee Park, Milton Road, WATERLOOVILLE, Hampshire. The nursery operates Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 15:00. It is registered on the Early Years Register and the Compulsory Childcare Register. 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