Early years that aren’t rushed
Independent childcare for children aged 0-5 across Brighton and the South East.
At Hopscotch, we give children the time, space and care to grow at their own pace. Our nurseries are places full of warmth, play and possibility - where curiosity is encouraged, childhood is respected, and no one’s ever told to “hurry up.”
We’ve been supporting families for over 38 years. As an independent, family-run group, we’re proud to offer high-quality, funded childcare that feels personal, grounded and genuinely supportive from a child’s very first day, to the moment they’re ready for school.
Our nurseries
What makes Hopscotch different?
We care deeply
Hopscotch was built on a belief: that childhood isn’t something to be rushed through. We invest in our people, our spaces, and the children in our care because we know that what happens in these early years shapes everything that follows.
We know what we’re doing
With more than three decades of experience and consistently high standards across all our nurseries, we’re trusted by thousands of families to deliver childcare that’s safe, enriching and rooted in expert early years practice.
We follow their lead
Children learn best when they’re happy, engaged and free to explore. That’s why our nurseries are full of open-ended play, joyful moments and child-led discovery. We create the space - they make the magic.
Locations
7 locations in Brighton, Hove and the rest of East Sussex
Hove Station
West Hove
Preston Park
Seven Dials
Seaford
Peacehaven
Worthing Central
It has to be Hopscotch
A nurturing environment
Clean, bright, stimulating rooms with a warm and nurturing atmosphere.
Excellent dedicated staff
Highly professional, well-qualified, experienced and enthusiastic staff.
A Hopscotch Curriculum
A crafted curriculum to ensure your child reaches their full potential.
Good value for money
Lower fees represent excellent value for money.
Flexible childcare options
Flexible options - tailor your booking to suit your needs.
Independent local company
Established by local teacher Barbara Ford in 1988, Hopscotch remains an independent family run business with over 37 years of childcare experience.
Hopscotch in the community
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