--- title: "Tops Day Nursery — Rated 4.8 from 18 Parent Reviews" description: "Tops Day Nursery in Poole — Ofsted-rated Good, rated 4.8 by 18 parents. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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They have thrived at tops, growing in confidence daily. Staff have been great at supporting toilet training and school preparation. Our eldest was super ready to start school and confident following the teams care and support. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The opening hours have been brilliant for us as tops is open longer than most nurseries. Have recommended to many friends!", "datePublished": "2024-06-26T10:39:01.905345Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Marlena Sychowska" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter seems to be very happy after each day at the nursery. She says she loves her teachers(specially miss Skye, Miss Tanya and Miss Jess). She is more brave, better interacting with others, her English language improved so all of that because of the nursery I guess.", "datePublished": "2024-10-22T11:24:41.207550Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "David Hixson-Ward" }, "reviewBody": "Really glad we registered our Son there. Really good setting and the staff are very good as well. Our son enjoys going to nursery and always has a great time. Great value for money and perfect for us.", "datePublished": "2017-08-24T19:11:36.581Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Marketa Belasova" }, "reviewBody": "Love it. They look after my daughter well.she is always so happy when she goes there and happy when she comes back home. 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Tops Day Nursery # Tops Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · 4.8 (18 parent reviews) · 14 Denmark Lane, Poole, BH15 2DG · Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Number of places 132 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Apr 2026 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole 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 Tops Day Nursery in Poole, established in 2004, provides childcare for children aged 0-7 years. The nursery operates all year round, from 6am to 8pm, and offers funded childcare places. A strong emphasis is placed on emotional security, resilience, literacy, and language development. Children are supported by a dedicated team of 23 childcare staff, 19 of whom hold qualifications at levels 1 to 5. The nursery has made significant improvements since its last inspection, with staff receiving training and coaching to enhance their knowledge and skills in safeguarding children's welfare and supporting their learning. Children benefit from a broad curriculum tailored to their interests and learning goals. The staff are adept at identifying when a child might need additional support and provide targeted activities to ensure all children, including those with special educational needs or disabilities, achieve their full potential. The nursery fosters healthy lifestyles through ample outdoor play and physical activities, even encouraging literacy through books and writing in the garden. Strong partnerships with parents are a cornerstone of the nursery's approach, with parents actively involved in their children's development and well-informed about their progress and daily activities. What it's like Children arrive happy and keen to attend, and they form warm and trusting relationships with staff. They benefit from a broad curriculum to support their interests and learning goals, with a strong emphasis on emotional security, resilience, literacy and language. Children behave very well, are polite, listen when asked and learn to take turns fairly. Broad curriculum Strong partnerships Healthy lifestyles Targeted support Skilled staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare ## Key facts Opening hours 6am to 8pm, all year round Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2004 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Apr 2026 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 Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Expected standard Leadership and governance Expected standard Age range 0 to 6 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tops Day Nursery Last inspected 29 April 2026 Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend Children arrive happy and keen to attend, and they form warm and trusting relationships with staff. They benefit from a broad curriculum to support their interests and learning goals, with a strong emphasis on emotional security, resilience, literacy and language. Children behave very well, are polite, listen when asked and learn to take turns fairly. Inspector highlights - Since the last inspection, the provider has made many improvements to the nursery. - Staff know children well, monitor their progress accurately, and are clear about what children need to learn next. - Children develop healthy lifestyles, enjoy lots of outdoor play and physical activities. - Staff help children to develop the skills they need for their future learning and starting school. - Partnerships with parents are strong, and staff involve parents in their children's development. Areas to develop - 1 Provide more mathematical challenges for older children to further enhance their knowledge and skills. - 2 Provide more time and opportunity for children to answer questions and solve problems to strengthen their thinking and language skills even further. Inspection #10356790 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50304618) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Tops Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2026 Inspection no. 10356790 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50304618)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY290331) 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 14 Denmark Lane, Poole, BH15 2DG [© 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#/-1.97869/50.72124/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Poole - [Day nurseries in Poole](/search?q=Poole) - [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=tops-day-nursery-bh15-2dg-ey290331) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff are quick to identify when a child is at risk of falling behind. They provide close support and targeted activities to fully include children with any additional needs, helping them, and all children, to achieve their potential. Outdoor space Children benefit from books and writing activities in the garden to encourage literacy in more active children. They enjoy lots of outdoor play and physical activities, with older children learning to take controlled risks using large apparatus in the garden and balancing on stilts. ## Parent Reviews of Tops Day Nursery 4.8 (18) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ0eIsICSS70tGG0-Hrno-EUkexOnE3RcEk4KWygcaQJqQhkA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Sarah a year ago Both my children love attending. They have thrived at tops, growing in confidence daily. Staff have been great at supporting toilet training and school preparation. Our eldest was super ready to start school and confident following the teams care and support. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The opening hours have been brilliant for us as tops is open longer than most nurseries. Have recommended to many friends! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURMZ3ZQeGpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4873a6c1de9255f7:0x9b6ce031072dd813) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKDHrfXPUyAEMuKWPk6nrE19McmbCgAZEhr1go1jHqsUuidtw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Marlena Sychowska a year ago My daughter seems to be very happy after each day at the nursery. She says she loves her teachers(specially miss Skye, Miss Tanya and Miss Jess). She is more brave, better interacting with others, her English language improved so all of that because of the nursery I guess. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYdjZDZlRnEAE!2m1!1s0x4873a6c1de9255f7:0x9b6ce031072dd813) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXAJoUCkfTD7hXwJwyy9EKE4pX7F7o0sbYA8WWlwDHPc790gz4w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) David Hixson-Ward 8 years ago Really glad we registered our Son there. Really good setting and the staff are very good as well. Our son enjoys going to nursery and always has a great time. Great value for money and perfect for us. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRMHVqcXBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4873a6c1de9255f7:0x9b6ce031072dd813) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIxwzbNlmpjtlH5B2z5r03YhMio1zb--hF9JkrxB6ePjeBjJQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Marketa Belasova a year ago Love it. They look after my daughter well.she is always so happy when she goes there and happy when she comes back home. She is always learning something new when she is at Tops nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCdC1mTHRnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4873a6c1de9255f7:0x9b6ce031072dd813) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKg2nEM_qzUudJw_WbRio0fVYw6gVCB0jEw5xOExlWuK8iIng=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Laura Wigley 2 years ago Friendly, caring staff. Lots of great activities for the kids who are always happy at pick up! Flexible booking is a lifesaver for us. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNGX1l5Tkl3EAE!2m1!1s0x4873a6c1de9255f7:0x9b6ce031072dd813) Reviews from Google for Tops Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11199572874542045203&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2008 The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Good ). 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