Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery

About this day nursery

Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery, established in July 2011, is a privately operated childcare facility located in Reading. As a proud member of The Forbury Group, it is committed to delivering exceptional care for children aged 3 months to 5 years, operating Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm.

The nursery is situated in a spacious Victorian mansion, boasting an expansive grassed garden and an all-weather playground, ensuring ample outdoor exploration opportunities. The facility features five dedicated childcare rooms, including a large annex specifically designed for preschool-aged children.

Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery places a strong emphasis on individualised care, assigning a 'Key Person' to each child to guarantee their well-being and a sense of security. The curriculum focuses on daily observation and assessment of each child's developmental needs, documented in personal progress portfolios shared with parents.

They also prioritise continuity of care between the nursery and home, integrating children's familiar routines into their daily activities. With a 5-star food hygiene rating and a commitment to staff training, the nursery provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for early learning and development.

Our ethos

Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery is committed to delivering exceptional care through individualised support, assigning a 'Key Person' to each child to ensure their well-being and security. Their curriculum is built upon daily observation and assessment of developmental needs, with a focus on continuity of care between nursery and home by integrating familiar routines. This approach aims to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for early learning.

What it's like

Children arrive happily and show excitement and confidence, ready to find their friends. Staff welcome families with a kind, nurturing manner, talking with parents and exchanging information to ensure children have the support they need. Children are happy and feel secure due to the strong bonds staff build with them and their families.

Pricing & funding

The nursery offers monthly fees based on the number of days booked per week, with separate rates for children under and over two years old. Half-day sessions are also available. For funded children, an all-inclusive model is used where private hours charges apply, meaning there are no additional chargeable extras.