--- title: "Tops Pokesdown Nursery, Bournemouth | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/tops-pokesdown-bh7-6ht-ey344955 description: "Tops Pokesdown, a day nursery in Bournemouth — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.6/5 from 35 reviews. See fees, opening hours and photos. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Tops Pokesdown Ofsted: Good (May 2024) · 4.6 (35 Google reviews) · 4c Wolverton Road, Boscombe, BOURNEMOUTH, BH7 6HT · Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Number of places 135 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected May 2024 Local authority Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole ## About this day nursery Tops Pokesdown, registered with Ofsted in 2006, is a childcare setting located in Bournemouth that caters to children aged 0-10 years. " The curriculum is ambitious and inclusive, particularly for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff offer tailored support, using resources like visual prompts and an "attention bucket" to ensure every child can thrive. Inspectors observed the quality of education both indoors and outdoors, noting that older children confidently prepare for forest school sessions at a local park. The day nursery fosters a sense of curiosity, engaging children in activities such as making "perfume" from real flowers and fruit, and encouraging independence, for example, by teaching younger children to climb stairs safely. Staff build strong relationships with parents, understanding children's individual needs and interests to provide varied learning opportunities. The setting also has good links with the local community, including regular visits to a care home for residents. What it's like Staff provide a warm welcome and a safe environment for children, who arrive happily and settle quickly. Children move around confidently, choosing what to do and interacting well with each other and adults. The curriculum is ambitious for all children, and staff foster children's curiosity by providing interesting activities. Warm welcome Tailored SEND Support Ambitious Curriculum Outdoor Learning Community Links Positive Environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 6am to 6.30pm Registered with Ofsted 2006 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Tops Pokesdown Last inspected 2 May 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 Inspector highlights - Staff provide tailored support for children who need additional help. - Children are busy and eager to learn, with effective teaching methods and engaging resources. - Children and staff enjoy warm interactions, with a strong focus on two-way communication. - Children behave well, following instructions and using good manners. - The nursery has good links with the local community, including visits to a care home and forest school activities in the park. - The manager has made significant improvements since the last inspection, extending staff understanding of the curriculum and creating a more enabling learning environment. Areas to develop - 1 improve staff's ability to extend children's learning to help them make as much progress as possible - 2 provide further support for children who speak English as an additional language to extend their communication skills. Inspection #10307084 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248710) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The curriculum is ambitious for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff provide tailored support for children who need additional help, setting achievable targets and using resources, such as visual prompts and an attention bucket, to help them get the most from their time at nursery. Outdoor space Older children get themselves ready for going out to the park for a forest school session. The inspectors observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Google Reviews of Tops Pokesdown 4.6 (35 Google reviews) Roxy Thornton a year ago Would recommend this nursery. My child is always very happy coming out and she loves the stuff there. More then happy to help with whatever you need. Understand things happen and hepls anyway they can. My daughter loves it there and I never had no worries leaving her there. The food is good to. Very happy with them and would so recommend to anyone looking for a good nursery. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUREam9fWUlREAE!2m1!1s0x48739f3e6aa90879:0x5c0b0f992b4ab27b) Soleine Pontet 3 years ago We've really loved our experience at tops. It took a few weeks to settle in and since then it's been pure happiness. The nursery owes its success to the practitioners. They're very professional but mostly caring with our kids. Every day when picking my child up they always make sure they give you a few words on how their day has been. We're moving away from Bournemouth and I simply hope my daughter is as happy as she has been at Tops. Thank you. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURoMnQtdF9BRRAB!2m1!1s0x48739f3e6aa90879:0x5c0b0f992b4ab27b) Sarah Carniel 2 years ago Our little girl has thrived at Tops Pokesdown. She is looked after so well and loves going to nursery each day. The staff are so caring and made her start at 9 months much easier as the eased the nerves of her mums. We love the diversity of the activities and how much she wants to go in each day. Couldn’t be happier. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKNU5MWXJRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48739f3e6aa90879:0x5c0b0f992b4ab27b) Tara Butcher 6 years ago The entire team at tops are fantastic. They have cared for both of my sons for the duration of their early education and I could not be happier. The opportunity for my child to make his own decisions shows at home in how he is perception of situations and objects. He tells me how much he loves all of the staff and children there and its a great feeling when you wonder during the day " I wonder how my child is", and instantly know, just know that they are happy. The organisation in the office also reflects in ever single room I credit every single staff member at Tops thank you so much!!! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVOUt5X253RRAB!2m1!1s0x48739f3e6aa90879:0x5c0b0f992b4ab27b) Karen Merry 9 years ago Both my daughters have been to this nursery, so 8 years in total, the different rooms all have some brilliant equipment, the staff are kind, caring and friendly, from babies to mini beasts the level of care is excellent. With the flexible hours, I cannot recommend it highly enough. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNROC1mX0lnEAE!2m1!1s0x48739f3e6aa90879:0x5c0b0f992b4ab27b) Reviews from Google for Tops Pokesdown. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=6632412026763915899&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2024 Date: May 2010 - May 2024 Good - July 2023 Requires improvement - April 2015 Good - March 2014 Requires improvement - June 2013 Requires improvement - March 2013 Requires improvement - January 2011 Good - May 2010 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Tops Pokesdown ### How did Tops Pokesdown do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What outdoor space does Tops Pokesdown use? ### From what age does Tops Pokesdown accept children? ### What are the main strengths of Tops Pokesdown? ### Which funded childcare hours does Tops Pokesdown accept? ### How many places does Tops Pokesdown have? ## Nearby day nurseries in BOURNEMOUTH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Tops Pokesdown. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Teddy's Pre-School Boscombe · BH7 6JJ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/teddy-s-pre-school-bh7-6jj-ey347366 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Muddy Boots Nursery School Bournemouth Bournemouth · BH1 4NB 5.0(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/muddy-boots-nursery-school-bournemouth-bh1-4nb-2711583 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Horizons Nursery Bournemouth · BH1 4SX 5.0(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/horizons-nursery-bh1-4sx-2771430 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Cats Whiskers Day Nursery Bournemouth · BH5 1HJ 4.9(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cats-whiskers-day-nursery-bh5-1hj-100462 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Carmela Coady Childcare Bournemouth · BH1 4HY 4.2(19 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/carmela-coady-childcare-bh1-4hy-2665324 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Woodland Day Nursery Bournemouth · BH5 2JG https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/woodland-day-nursery-bh5-2jg-2670853 See all nurseries in BOURNEMOUTH →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=BOURNEMOUTH ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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