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Tops Day Nurseries wins prestigious award

Local Dorset nursery group Tops Day Nurseries have been celebrated for their “standout performance” at the Solent SME Growth 100 Awards.

The award winning nursery group provides early education and care to young children.

The group, who operate 12 nurseries across Dorset, walked away with the Leadership Team of the Year Award with the judges praising them for their “standout performance in a challenging market”.

The awards recognise the work of excelling small to medium sized businesses, ranked by growth in turnover.

Tops Day Nurseries were also praised for their commitment to an eco-sustainable business model and strong colleague engagement as well as their ongoing investment in outdoor spaces for children and families.

The organisation were also finalists in the categories of ‘Most Outstanding Finance Team of the Year’ and ‘Entrepreneurial Business of the Year’.

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Tops Day Nurseries wins prestigious award

Local Dorset nursery group Tops Day Nurseries have been celebrated for their “standout performance” at the Solent SME Growth 100 Awards.

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