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Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House # Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · 41 Goldsmith Avenue, Southsea, PO4 8DU · Portsmouth Number of places 41 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Portsmouth 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 Top Tots Day Nursery is an esteemed childcare provider located in Portsmouth, offering a clean and secure environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With multiple sites across the city, the nursery prides itself on supporting families, including those within the armed forces, and provides tailored packages to meet individual needs. They are committed to providing outstanding early years education, as evidenced by their multiple Ofsted "Outstanding" ratings. The nursery is open year-round and accepts various funding options, including Tax-Free Childcare, alongside offering flexible payment plans for parents. They also provide information on meals and safeguarding policies to ensure comprehensive care for all children. What it's like Children arrive eager to play and are supported by nurturing staff, which promotes their emotional security. They are well-behaved, caring, and confident to engage in activities both indoors and outdoors, developing a strong sense of curiosity. Children are also encouraged to develop independence skills, such as during snack time and personal hygiene. Multiple locations across Portsmouth Open year-round Supports armed forces families Ofsted Outstanding ratings Accepts various funding options ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30am - 6pm Age range 3 months - 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House Last inspected 30 January 2023 · Nicole Atkinson 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 arrive eager to play and are supported by nurturing staff, which promotes their emotional security. They are well-behaved, caring, and confident to engage in activities both indoors and outdoors, developing a strong sense of curiosity. Children are also encouraged to develop independence skills, such as during snack time and personal hygiene. Inspector highlights - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well, making good progress. - The role of the key person is embedded throughout the setting, ensuring strong bonds and continuity of care. - Children go on regular outings in the local community, with activities linked to the curriculum and their interests, extending their learning. - Staff encourage children to practise developing physical skills through various activities, supporting their physical health and emotional well-being. - Parents report high satisfaction with the nursery and communication with staff, feeling included in their children's nursery experience. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to help them use questioning more effectively, to extend children's language and thinking - 2 strengthen the sharing of information with other settings that children attend in order to gain a full picture of the child's learning journey and all-round development. Inspection #10251666 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209516) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10251666 Lead inspector Nicole Atkinson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209516)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2604953) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=top-tots-day-nursery-hedgerow-house-limited-po4-8du-2604953) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents shared that the manager and staff ensure their children's individual needs are met, including children with SEND. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) and manager work closely with other professionals and use additional funding to provide specific resources to ensure their needs are met, leading to good progress. Outdoor space Children are keen and confident to explore resources, indoors and outdoors. Older children enjoy finding toy bugs hidden in the natural areas of the garden, which supports their curiosity. Staff ensure that all children are accounted for when transitioning between the indoor and outdoor environment. ## Parent Reviews of Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House 4.2 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJXahTO06UnG5J6Gr4GgRPEQt8F_NZxIs4sRTqlr2Y6VvQEmg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Rachel Chew 5 years ago Everyone we have had contact with at this nursery has been amazing. It has also been recently refurbished with a fresh new look. My little one couldn't wait to join in the activities during her first visit. The fees are also reasonable, relatively lower than the other nurseries in Portsmouth. Would recommend [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURTa3VqMDNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48745dad3d608d2d:0xcc299c9154563812) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVtkE1FYGVrqB0VL0ipQvSCCn-omMD-23FITXZ4gcM87foE7Q8=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sam Poole 4 years ago Both my nieces and nephew have been to this nursery and the team are absolutely brilliant. They'd always come home smiling and their development in the time they were there was exceptional. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtOU5lalBREAE!2m1!1s0x48745dad3d608d2d:0xcc299c9154563812) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIWotIai0SPoRkXyTF-TWQXisZ0S5SSTFoiTUR9jUlcsFkhfg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) David Thompson 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRZ0pmNjRRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48745dad3d608d2d:0xcc299c9154563812) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK1lmjnPb5LBNNrqcwy_uBwYeI-w9OoT7TwC2NxsL5jHb4UZg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Charlotte Smith 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnbExhOEN3EAE!2m1!1s0x48745dad3d608d2d:0xcc299c9154563812) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU-GAxu4gexCV_M49vitiiCWSh_899PwIxDsu6LIILO0lBMBa1PdQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Jeremy MacMull 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNneV9mcE13EAE!2m1!1s0x48745dad3d608d2d:0xcc299c9154563812) Reviews from Google for Top Tots Day Nursery Hedgerow House. 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