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Cornerstone Day Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
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4.6(31 parent reviews) ·Priestley Road, BASINGSTOKE, RG24 9PU · Hampshire
Number of places
150 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Hampshire

About this day nursery

Cornerstone Nurseries provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged from birth to five years in Basingstoke, Hampshire. They prioritise a strong foundation for each child's future, with experienced and qualified staff dedicated to early years development.

The nursery fosters learning and growth through playful activities in spacious indoor and outdoor areas, encouraging curiosity and imagination through sensory play and creative storytelling. They understand the importance of individual development, tailoring their curriculum to meet each child's unique needs and interests.

Cornerstone Nurseries also emphasises open communication with parents, utilising the Tapestry app to keep them updated on their child's day, aiming to provide peace of mind while children are safe and engaged with their peers. The nursery also provides nutritious, carefully prepared meals that cater to various dietary requirements.

Our ethos

Cornerstone Nurseries fosters learning and growth through playful activities, encouraging curiosity and imagination through sensory play and creative storytelling. They tailor their curriculum to meet each child's unique needs and interests, developing a strong foundation for their future.

What it's like

Children have a lot of fun in the nursery, playing cooperatively and exploring a good range of activities. They develop positive relationships and learn the "golden rules" from a young age. Staff appropriately challenge children to develop independence skills, with targets set for each age group.

Play-based learningNutritious meals providedIndividualised curriculumParent communication via app

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age bands (0-2 years, 2-3 years, and 3-5 years) with options for full week, full day, or half-day sessions. Full day fees generally include morning snacks, a hot lunch, and afternoon tea, with breakfast also included for early arrivals at the Priestley Road setting.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • Cornerstone Day Nursery Full Time (0-2 years)£385.00 / week
  • Cornerstone Day Nursery Full Day (0-2 years)£84.25 / day
  • Cornerstone Day Nursery AM/PM Session (0-2 years)£50.00 / session
  • Cornerstone Day Nursery Full Time (2-3 years)£372.00 / week
  • Cornerstone Day Nursery Full Day (2-3 years)£83.50 / day

Good to know

  • A registration fee of £75 is required to reserve a child's place.
  • A refundable deposit of 2 weeks' fees is required upon confirmation of a place.
  • One month's written notice is required to cancel a place and return the deposit.
  • Invoices are billed monthly in advance and must be paid on the 1st of each month.
  • Payments can be made via bank transfer or cash only; cards and cheques are not accepted.
  • Funding can be stretched throughout the year, offering 11 hours per week for 51 weeks.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm.

Session types

Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session

Age range

Birth to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Food

Meals and snacks provided

Established

2002

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cornerstone Day Nursery

Last inspected 2 March 2022

Safeguarding effective
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 have a lot of fun in the nursery, playing cooperatively and exploring a good range of activities. They develop positive relationships and learn the "golden rules" from a young age. Staff appropriately challenge children to develop independence skills, with targets set for each age group.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers have successfully addressed actions from the previous inspection and implemented initiatives to raise teaching standards.
  • Children spend a lot of time in the large outdoor area, getting plenty of exercise and playing games that encourage early mathematics.
  • Partnerships with parents are strong, with online learning journals and home learning packs.
  • Children have a focus week each term, helping staff to assess progress and plan effectively.
  • Staff support children's communication and language skills through reading and singing.

Areas to develop

  • 1review the organisation of group times to keep interruptions to a minimum so that children fully benefit from the planned learning intentions
  • 2develop further strategies which enable children to self-soothe and develop their communication skills to the highest levels.
Inspection #10147696 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents report that they are happy with the progress their children make.

They are impressed by the standard of healthy home-cooked food and the support given to children who speak English as an additional language.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Children spend a lot of time in the large outdoor area, getting plenty of exercise and playing games which encourage an understanding of early mathematics. They show awareness of their own safety, for example as they put on helmets before riding bikes and scooters, and have plenty of fun outdoors.

Parent Reviews of Cornerstone Day Nursery

4.6
(31)
Divyasree Murari
7 months ago

Cornerstone Nursery has been an exceptional place for my son’s early learning and development. The team provides a perfect balance of care, structure, and fun. Communication with parents is excellent, and it’s clear how much thought goes into every activity and meal plan. The staff create such a nurturing, safe environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I couldn’t be happier with our experience and highly recommend Cornerstone to any parent looking for high-quality childcare.

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Amy Bjoro
a year ago

My daughter has a rare genetic condition so I was really conflicted about sending her to nursery. From the first visit every member of staff I have interacted with has been lovely and they have gone above and beyond to not just accommodate her but to make her feel included and cared for. She is making great progress and really exploring her independence. I cannot thank everyone enough for everything they are doing to support us on this journey. She loves going to nursery! I highly recommend cornerstones, it the best decision we have made for her!

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Ashleigh Doy
6 years ago

Love this nursery. My son, now 2, has been there over a year and has been in 2 rooms now. Staff are always friendly and helpful. The nursery has been very flexible with us. All the rooms are very clean, nice toys and there’s always a new focus or sensory task or game the kids are infield with. You can tell that my son’s carers love their job and care about his development. I’m so happy with Cornerstone that we’re sending our baby girl there when she turns one and I go back to work!

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Nats McMon
4 years ago

I love Cornerstone for my daughter, she is thriving under their care. Care being the operative word. It is clear that all the staff from the Managers to Carol the lovely cleaner all love the children under their care. The menu is varied and nutritious with healthy snacks as well as a little daily treat/dessert. The rooms are large with so much to do and beautifully put together by the staff. I'm so pleased I chose Cornerstone for my daughter's early years. I could spend all day talking about the patio areas and gardens with their scooters, bikes and water play. Plus all the natural play equipment and the imaginative way they use everyday items. Then there is the big hall where they have dance parties, carnivals and graduations and spend time with other classes, learning from each other. The carers keep me up to date with phone calls, chats and drop off and pick up, on top of Tapestry which tracks her food, learning and where they upload photos of her and her class. The fact she has somewhere secure and nurturing to spend essentially the first 3/4 years of her life makes me feel reassured and comfortable. Book a visit and see for yourself.

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Odunola Okeme
4 years ago

My son is leaving for school soon and he absolutely loves Cornerstone Nursery at Priestly Road and will miss his friends and the staff dearly. The staff have been brilliant with him. They have supported his interests and learning from when he was a baby. They are able to balance his play and learning and they are never too busy to have a chat about a topic he is interested in. I have watched his confidence and independence grow in leaps and bounds from year to year. My daughter is also enjoying her time at the nursery, making friends and being supported to learn and become more independent.

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2022

Date: September 2012

  • March 2022Good
  • February 2020Requires improvement
  • September 2012Good

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