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Tops Day Nurseries - Newport

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2024)
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4.7(30 Google reviews)
·Isle of Wight College, Dodnor Lane, NEWPORT, PO30 5TA · Isle of Wight
Number of places
92 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2024
Local authority
Isle of Wight

About this day nursery

Tops Day Nurseries - Newport, established in 2009, provides childcare for children from 0 to 7 years old in a purpose-built setting on the Isle of Wight College campus. Open all year round, Monday to Friday, from 6 am to 8 pm, the day nursery ensures children have warm and secure bonds with staff.

The curriculum, which focuses on resilience, confidence, independence, and creativity, builds on children's prior knowledge as they progress through the day nursery. Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress in their learning and development, with provision adapted to meet individual needs.

Parents note the conscious effort to support and include children with SEND. Staff effectively develop children's language skills through repeating words, introducing new vocabulary like "scooping and pouring," and using simple sign language to support communication.

Children love being outdoors, having access to the garden for most of the day, where they develop independence by putting on their own coats and boots. Older children engage in forest school activities like climbing trees, while younger ones develop skills on obstacle courses.

Managers and staff use additional funding to enhance learning, especially for forest school, which supports children's personal, social, and emotional development and boosts their confidence and self-esteem. Children have a strong sense of belonging, as highlighted by parent feedback, and learn good behaviour and routines, such as washing plates after lunch.

This setting received a "Good" rating from Ofsted on February 6, 2024.

What it's like

Children excitedly come into nursery and have warm bonds with the staff. Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, and children learn to take risks safely, such as climbing trees in forest school. Children enjoy being outdoors and have access to the garden for most of the day, developing independence skills.

Strong bonds with staffSEND provision tailoredOutdoor learningForest schoolLanguage developmentGood behaviour

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 6am to 8pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Tops Day Nurseries - Newport

Last inspected 6 February 2024 · Natasha Jarvis

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 excitedly come into nursery and have warm bonds with the staff. Staff have high expectations for children's behaviour, and children learn to take risks safely, such as climbing trees in forest school. Children enjoy being outdoors and have access to the garden for most of the day, developing independence skills.

Inspector highlights

  • The curriculum focuses on children being resilient, confident, independent and creative, building on their prior knowledge.
  • Children, including those with SEND, make good progress, with provision adapted to meet their needs.
  • Staff use a variety of ways to develop children's language skills, including introducing new vocabulary and simple sign language.
  • Managers and staff use additional funding appropriately to enhance children's learning and development, particularly for forest school sessions.
  • Children have a good understanding of high expectations for their behaviour and remember routines, such as washing plates after lunch.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop further supervision and coaching to enhance staff's understanding of the curriculum
  • 2review hygiene routines to ensure that staff consistently teach children good hygiene practices.
Inspection #10317350 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

children have a strong sense of belonging at the nursery

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress in their learning and development. The provision is adapted to meet their needs and children flourish. Staff lead specific activities to capture children's attention, helping to develop their concentration and listening skills. Parents note that there is a conscious effort to support and include children with SEND.

Outdoor space

Children love being outdoors and have access to the garden for the majority of the day. They develop their independence skills as they take pride in putting on their own coats and boots. Older children learn to climb trees in forest school and younger children develop their skills as they balance along obstacle courses.

Google Reviews of Tops Day Nurseries - Newport

4.7
(30 Google reviews)
Stefan Dobre
3 months ago

We are so happy with the care our little one receives at this nursery. The staff create such a warm and welcoming environment. Seeing our child's happy face when we arrive for drop-off and pick-up speaks volumes. It's truly reassuring to know our little one is in such capable and caring hands. Thank you for providing such a wonderful experience. Ellie you are a STAR! Thank you everyone!

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Kendra Collins
2 years ago

Throughout the past three years, both of my children have been enrolled at Tops nursery, and one of them continues to attend. During this time, I am pleased to express that my children have developed a deep affection for the staff at Tops and have felt a strong sense of belonging within the nursery community. The care and support provided by the staff have been exemplary, going above and beyond to meet the unique requirements of my children. Notably, one of my children has a dairy allergy, and the Tops staff have consistently exhibited exceptional competence and sensitivity in managing this dietary restriction. The dedication and attentiveness of the staff have greatly contributed to my children's positive experiences at the nursery. It is without hesitation that I recommend Tops nursery to anyone seeking an exceptional childcare facility. The nurturing environment, coupled with the staff's commitment to meeting the individual needs of each child, makes Tops a standout choice. The staff's ability to create a warm and inclusive atmosphere, where children feel like valued members of a close-knit family, is truly commendable. I wholeheartedly endorse Tops nursery as an outstanding childcare provider

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H S
a year ago

Had a great experience with my little boy who went from 12 - 23 months. He has developed nicely and was always been well supported by the staff. Great communication from the nursery and easy going. Was pleased to find a stable staff base as the children rely on familiarity. Would highly recommend.

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Kate Hussey
a year ago

My son attended Tops Newport on the Isle of Wight from 2019 - 2023 and had a wonderful time there. He thrived and we were really happy with the nursery. Unfortunately, our daughter has not had the same experience. During the year she spent at Tops Newport, she was regularly placed in a bouncy chair until we addressed it with staff. She also suffered serious chafing and discomfort after being placed in a nappy many times too small for her. This happened again a month later despite us complaining to the nursery and an investigation taking place. Staff turnover is worryingly high and there is a distinct lack of experienced staff. There is a compulsory meal charge and you are charged for 'sundries' that includes nappies and wipes, despite parents being expected to provide these for their children. My daughter cried whenever she had to go. She even started saying "no nursery" when we drove past the road. She is in a new setting and the difference in her is incredible; our happy, confident, chatty little girl is back and we're so sorry we couldn't remove her from Tops sooner.

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Dannielle Rothery
3 years ago

I can't recommend Tops Newport highly enough in every area. It obvious how much thought has gone into every element of creating a setting in which the children can thrive. The variety of activities and structured play, balanced with free play and exploring always seems the perfect mix for my little one who always comes home happy and invigorated. The meals are fantastic, offering a brilliant variety of 'real' food and flavours, and it's one less thing to worry about knowing my little one is having a nutritionally balanced diet. But the most standout selling point has to be the incredible staff. The team go above and beyond to tailor care to each child, I am always given a thorough handover and given the 1-1 time to discuss my little ones individual needs. The girls are always energetic, friendly, professional and nothing seems too much effort for them. I have complete confidence that my little one is in the best care he can be whilst I need to be at work, thanks to the amazing team at Tops.

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Inspection history

Date: March 2014

  • February 2024Good
  • May 2018Outstanding
  • February 2015Good
  • March 2014Requires improvement

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