Age range
0-5 years
Ambleside Centre
Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2023)
Number of places
57 places
Age range
0–3 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Wokingham
About this day nursery
The Ambleside Centre operates as a comprehensive early years provider, offering distinct provisions for different age groups. "Pastures" caters to children aged 0-3 years, while "Meadows" is designed for children aged 3-5 years.
The centre provides a nurturing environment with a focus on child development through play and exploration. Parents can find detailed admissions policies for both age groups on the website, which includes information on processes for funded places, particularly for two-year-olds.
The website also features galleries showcasing the facilities and activities, giving prospective families a glimpse into daily life at the centre. Additionally, Ambleside Centre runs a holiday club, further extending its childcare options for families.
The centre is committed to supporting families in the local community of Reading, RG5 4JJ, and is recognised with an "Ofsted Outstanding" rating, highlighting its commitment to high-quality early childhood education and care.
What it's like
Children enter a calm and welcoming space, settling with ease due to warm greetings and reassuring cuddles from friendly staff. They recognise their key person, which helps them feel safe and secure. Staff remain vigilant, ensuring children are engaged in play both inside and in the outside space.
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
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Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
2004
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Ambleside Centre
Last inspected 20 February 2023
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children enter a calm and welcoming space, settling with ease due to warm greetings and reassuring cuddles from friendly staff. They recognise their key person, which helps them feel safe and secure. Staff remain vigilant, ensuring children are engaged in play both inside and in the outside space.
Inspector highlights
- Children are encouraged to develop confidence and resilience.
- Staff have high expectations for each child, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Children who are learning to speak English as an additional language make good progress in communication.
- Staff give children the opportunity to develop their physical skills.
- Staff are well supported by the headteacher and have access to regular training.
Areas to develop
- 1provide more opportunities for children to complete more simple tasks for themselves to extend their independence skills even further
- 2support staff to implement a more consistent approach to helping children understand that they have a choice and can self-select.
Inspection #10276151 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents are very complimentary about how well their children have settled in the nursery.
They comment on how children form secure relationships with their key person.
Parents say the nursery provides regular feedback about their children's progress through an online assessment tool.
Parents praise the presence of the headteacher at pick-up time to allow for more feedback or a conversation.
Parents compliment staff and say it is obvious they care deeply for the children in the nursery.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Overall, staff have high expectations for each child, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children with SEND are fully supported. Staff have a separate room that is used to offer a quiet area, providing children with the time and space to learn and develop new skills with a specialised teacher, such as how to use sign language.
Outdoor space
Staff remain vigilant as to where children are in the nursery and ensure children are always engaged in play inside and in the outside space. Staff encourage older children to develop their stepping and balancing skills in the outside space, providing crates that children climb onto and walk along.
Parent Reviews of Ambleside Centre
4.9
(7)
Annabel Payne
a year ago
A happy, well organised pre-school, both of my children loved their time at Meadows Ambleside.
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Sam Richardson
2 years ago
I loved going every day to the school
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Leonard Peposhi
2 years ago
deepthi Kolkattil
3 years ago
Pradeepa Pushparaj
7 years ago
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Inspection history
Date: May 2014
- February 2023Good
- July 2017Outstanding
- May 2014Good
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