PARENTS have rated a nursery in Corfe Mullen as one of the top 20 nurseries in the south west.

Ranked among the highest of the 1,105 nurseries in the region, the Jack and Jill Day Nursery has received an award from leading day nurseries reviews site, daynurseries.co.uk.

The nurseries were rated on overall standard, facilities and outside space, learning and more.

Amanda Hopkins, reviews manager of daynurseries.co.uk, said: “We would like to congratulate Jack and Jill Day Nursery, Corfe Mullen, on being rated by parents as a top nursery in the south west. Being chosen as one of the best nurseries in the UK by family and carers of children that attend the setting is a massive achievement.”

Anne-Marie Carter, manager of Jack and Jill Day Nursery, said: “We are delighted to have received the daynurseries award for the top 20 nurseries. It was a lovely surprise, especially when it’s been such a challenging year.

“We are celebrating our 50th anniversary too this autumn so this feels like a great birthday present. This award is particularly special as it’s based on reviews from our parents and carers.”