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  • Rainbow's End Montessori School

    • West Parley, Dorset , BH22 8QE
    • Age 2-8
    Rainbow's End Montessori School is an outstanding nursery in West Parley, providing a bright and stimulating atmosphere for children aged 2-8. With meticulous monitoring of progress, attentive staff, and strong partnerships, we ensure exceptional early years education and support for every child's emotional well-being.
    • Ofsted Outstanding
    Rainbow's End Montessori School

  • Tops Day Nurseries - Boscombe

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH7 6HT
    • Age 0.3-11.11
    Tops Day Nurseries - Boscombe is a well-established nursery in Bournemouth that provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 0.3 to 11.11 years. With a good overall rating from Ofsted, the nursery offers exciting activities and excellent support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
    • Ofsted Good
    Tops Day Nurseries - Boscombe

  • Sandcastle Nursery & Preschool Ltd

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH6 3PU
    • Age 0-4.11
    Sandcastle Nursery & Preschool Ltd is a warm and caring nursery in Bournemouth. With a dedicated team of staff, children develop close attachments and make good progress. The manager ensures quality care and effective safeguarding. Parents appreciate the regular communication and opportunities for their children to develop literacy and physical skills.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Scallywags Child Care Centre

    • Dorset , DT3 5AJ
    • Age 0.3-11.11
    Scallywags Child Care Centre is a family-run nursery in Dorset, providing high-quality care for children aged 3 months to 11 years. With a dedicated and well-trained staff, we offer a safe, happy, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. Our on-site chef prepares delicious homemade meals, ensuring all dietary needs are met.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Muddy Monkies

    • Langton Long Blandford, Dorset , DT11 9HN
    • Age 0-11.11
    Muddy Monkies is an outstanding nursery located in Langton Long Blandford. With a small school size of 24 children aged 0-11.11 years, our dedicated staff, led by Manager Daniela Mark, provide exceptional education and personal development opportunities. Our recent Ofsted report highlights our outstanding quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management.
    • Ofsted Outstanding
    Muddy Monkies

  • Talbot Park Nursery

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH9 2JF
    • Age 2-5
    Talbot Park Nursery is a well-established family-run nursery in Bournemouth, providing high-quality care and instruction for children aged 2-5 years. With a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and a focus on individual development, our experienced staff ensure a safe and nurturing environment for your child's learning and growth.
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  • Cabot Lane Day Nursery

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH17 7BX
    • Age 0.3-5
    Cabot Lane Day Nursery is a nurturing and inclusive nursery located in Bournemouth. Led by experienced Manager Sue Flynn, our nursery provides a safe and stimulating environment for children aged 0.3 to 5 years old. With a small school size and a dedicated team, we ensure individual attention and quality care for every child. Come and join our supportive community!
    Cabot Lane Day Nursery

  • Three Gables Day Nursery & Pre-School Ashley Cross

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH14 0LP
    • Age 1-5
    Three Gables Day Nursery & Pre-School Ashley Cross is a well-established nursery offering high-quality childcare and early education for children aged 1-5 years. With a strong focus on child development and parent partnership, our dedicated staff provide a wide range of activities to ignite children's thirst for learning. Our safe and nurturing environment, along with our well-designed curriculum, ensures that every child thrives and achieves their full potential.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Stickleberries

    • Winterborne Stickland, Dorset , DT11 0NN
    • Age 0.3-11
    Stickleberries is a family-run nursery in Winterborne Stickland, offering a nurturing and inspiring environment for children aged 0.3-11 years. With a focus on play and learning, the staff engage children effectively and foster close relationships. The school has good partnerships with parents and professionals, ensuring effective safeguarding. However, there is a need for more resources reflecting cultural diversity and disability. Managing transitions could also be improved.
    • Ofsted Good
    Stickleberries

  • The Orchard Nursery

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH11 9EH
    • Age 0.3-5
    The Orchard Nursery is an outstanding nursery in Bournemouth, offering exceptional quality education for children aged 0.3 to 5 years. Led by experienced manager Emma Middleton, the nursery provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children's personal development. The school boasts excellent leadership and management, as recognized by its outstanding Ofsted report.
    • Ofsted Outstanding

  • Tops Day Nurseries - Bournemouth

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH7 7DW
    • Age 0.3-4.11
    Tops Day Nurseries - Bournemouth is a well-established nursery with a good Ofsted rating. The caring staff create a friendly environment where children of all ages thrive. They provide effective support for communication skills and offer excellent support for children with special educational needs. The nursery continually strives to maintain high standards and ensure children's needs are met.
    • Ofsted Good
    Tops Day Nurseries - Bournemouth

  • Barn Owls Nursery

    • Frome St. Quintin, Dorset , DT2 0HG
    • Age 0.8-8
    Barn Owls Nursery is a caring and inclusive nursery located in Frome St. Quintin, South West. With a strong focus on outdoor play, children benefit from extended periods of outdoor learning. The dedicated staff, led by owner/manager Sarah Coombs, provide a nurturing environment where every child's personal development, behaviour, and welfare are prioritized. The nursery maintains a good quality of teaching, learning, and assessment, ensuring positive outcomes for children. Partnership with parents is highly valued, promoting a collaborative approach to education.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Tiny Explorers Pre-School

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH17 8AP
    • Age 2-4.11
    Tiny Explorers Pre-School offers high-quality instruction and flexible sessional care for children aged 2-4. With a focus on preparing children for future learning, the school provides a secure environment, positive role models, and strong partnerships with parents. Located in Canford Heath, Bournemouth, the school fosters social and independent learning to get every child ready for their next step into school life.
    • Ofsted Good
    Tiny Explorers Pre-School

  • Sunbeams Day Nursery

    • Portland, Dorset , DT5 2NP
    • Age 0.3-11.11
    Sunbeams Day Nursery is a nurturing nursery located in Portland, South West. With a warm and inviting environment, experienced staff, and a focus on personal development, children thrive in this safe and engaging setting. Offering a range of activities and opportunities for learning, Sunbeams Day Nursery ensures children are well-prepared for their educational journey.
    • Ofsted Good

  • First Steps Day Nursery

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH15 3LD
    • Age 0.2-10
    First Steps Day Nursery is a well-established nursery located in Bournemouth, offering high-quality care and learning experiences for children aged 0.2 to 10 years. With a focus on children's emotional well-being, the dedicated staff provide effective safeguarding arrangements and support self-care skills. The nursery has been praised for its good overall effectiveness, quality of education, and behavior and attitudes. However, there is room for improvement in observing staff practice and using open-ended questions to extend children's thinking skills.
    • Ofsted Good
    First Steps Day Nursery

  • Head Starts Day Nursery Ltd

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH5 2JG
    • Age 2-5
    Head Starts Day Nursery Ltd is a small and welcoming nursery located in Bournemouth. Established in 2014, we provide a nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 5 years. With a maximum of 20 students, our dedicated staff ensures individual attention and a high-quality learning experience. Come join us at Head Starts for a great start to your child's education.

  • Kinderworld Bournemouth Day Nursery

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH1 3QN
    • Age 0.4-5
    Kinderworld Bournemouth Day Nursery is a well-established nursery founded in 2013. With a dedicated Nursery Manager and staff who have a good understanding of child development, they create a nurturing environment where children aged 0.4-5 years can thrive. The nursery focuses on improving outcomes for children through reflective practice and strong partnerships with parents and outside agencies.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Blossoms Day Nursery

    • Corfe Mullen, Dorset , BH21 3LE
    • Age 0.3-11
    Blossoms Day Nursery is a warm and welcoming nursery located in Corfe Mullen. With a focus on creating a safe and enjoyable environment, children develop a love for learning through tailored activities. Parents can actively participate in their child's education using our online system. Join us to provide your child with opportunities, safety, and high-quality care.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Iford Bridge Nursery & Pre-School

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH6 5RG
    • Age 2-5
    Iford Bridge Nursery & Pre-School is a well-organised and safe educational environment for children aged 2-5 years. With a strong focus on positive outcomes, the nursery has a dedicated manager and staff who genuinely care about each child's development. They have effective partnerships with external agencies and schools, ensuring a well-rounded early education experience. Although there is room for improvement in challenging children to think and evaluating staff practice, overall, the nursery provides a good quality of teaching, learning, and assessment.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Giggles 4 Kids Ltd

    • Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , BH11 8LQ
    • Age 0.3-5
    Giggles 4 Kids Ltd is a nursery located in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. With a strong focus on providing high levels of help and comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding, the nursery ensures children are confident and motivated to learn. Rated as 'Good' by Ofsted, Giggles 4 Kids Ltd offers a nurturing environment for children aged 0.3-5 years.
    • Ofsted Good
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