Nestled within a former vicarage in a quiet rural setting, Botley has an atmosphere families notice from the moment they arrive – calm, unhurried, and warm. The large natural garden is central to daily life here, and a Forest School-trained practitioner leads woodwork and outdoor learning that give children the chance to use real tools, dig, build, and grow in confidence at their own pace.
Hi, I’m Jodie. I’ve worked in early years for 25 years, and what matters most to me is that children feel safe, understood, and excited to learn. We’ll support your family from those first settling sessions, through potty training and independence, right up to school – and I’d love to show you around.
Our Team
Kirsty JohnsonDeputy Manager
Abi LongstaffDeputy Manager
Heidi GaylorAdmin
Angela PidgleyCook
FAQ’s
How many children can Botley accommodate?
Botley is a 120-place nursery across five rooms.
Nursery rooms - age and stage
Children are cared for in five dedicated rooms: Under 2s, Waddlers, Toddlers and two Preschool rooms – each designed around children’s developmental stage.
What are your opening hours and session times?
Botley is open 7:30am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with morning, afternoon, school day and full day sessions available all year round. A Breakfast Club is also available from 7:30am.
Is parking available?
Yes – on-site parking is available.
Do you accept government-funded hours?
Yes. We offer two funding packages: Basic Funding (restrictions apply) and Premium Flex Funding (all-inclusive). More information is available on the Fees & Funding page.
“Children are confident and independent. They show fascination and curiosity as they go on bug hunts during forest school activities. They work together to decide how to use natural materials to build a bug hotel, based on what they have learned about bug homes. Staff ask meaningful questions to encourage children to share what they know, and children confidently talk about their prior learning.”
I can not rate Hopscotch highly enough. The care for my little boy is excellent. I am well informed about him throughout the day and the staff are always so approachable and friendly. It’s lovely to see him so happy going into nursery every day- thank you!
Overall ExperienceReview from Rosie W (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2026
My child has the best time at nursery. The staff are all amazing with her. I’m particularly impressed with how personal everyone is when they comment about my child as it is clear they know her really well and have developed a close relationship with her. This is a testament to their hard work considering
how many children they work with every day. I love seeing the pictures of my child in nursery, she is always having so much fun and comes home singing all sorts of new songs with dance moves to match. The activities are varied and developmentally appropriate giving ample opportunities for learning, sensory and messy play. It’s really important to me that my child spends time outside and the outdoor space is so appealing to my child with the amount of activities she can play with. I also appreciate the variety of food available on the menu ensuring my child has a balanced diet meeting her nutritional needs. She is so content there are no tears when I leave. Thank you for your hard work
Overall ExperienceReview from K P (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2026
Our daughter absolutely loves attending nursery, and it’s been reassuring to see how happy and settled she is there. We receive regular updates through the app, which keeps us informed about her day-to-day routine, including nappy changes, sleep, and meals. This level of communication really puts our
minds at ease.
She has built a genuine bond with her key worker – her face lights up whenever we mention her name, which says everything about the care and connection she feels. The staff have been supportive and have made what can be an emotional and daunting transition feel smooth and positive.
It’s also lovely to see how much she enjoys the wide range of activities. She is clearly developing well and having lots of fun. We couldn’t be happier with the care she receives.
Overall ExperienceReview from Dan G (Father of Child) published on 27 March 2026
