--- title: "Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery in Reading" description: "Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery in Reading — Rated Good by Ofsted, rated 4.6 by 20 parents. See opening hours, fees and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Our second daughter is currently in the baby room and absolutely adores the staff, who know her exceptionally well. She looks forward to going every day and barely says goodbye at drop-off, as she’s busy checking what is set up!\n\nMy older daughter left thoroughly Reception-ready. Her transition to school was easy because of the routines, independence, skills and experiences she had at Dickory Docks. She was ahead of many of her peers because of the literacy and numeracy foundation Dickory Docks had provided.\n\nWe’ve found their way of operating very supportive of working parents, for instance the way they apply funded hours is easy to understand and they have always (even during Covid) been very sensible about when to send children home unwell, when to notify parents of incidents during the day, etc.\n\nI have no reservations in recommending Dickory Docks to other families.", "datePublished": "2026-01-28T14:24:18.631940738Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Namra Rizwan" }, "reviewBody": "We couldn’t be happier with the care and dedication shown by Dickory Docks staff. Every member of the team is kind, patient, and genuinely invested in the children’s happiness and development. They create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children feel confident, valued, and excited to learn. Communication with parents is excellent, and it’s clear how much thought and effort goes into every day. We are incredibly grateful for the love and support they give and would highly recommend this nursery to any family.", "datePublished": "2025-12-14T19:51:37.322631240Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Zara Arshad" }, "reviewBody": "This nursery provides an excellent standard of care and early education. The staff are well trained, approachable and genuinely invested in my daughter's care and I can tell that! Communication has always been clear and consistent which feel reassuring as a parent. I am delighted with my experience so far.", "datePublished": "2025-12-21T19:59:36.465523238Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 1, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "K R" }, "reviewBody": "Unfortunately, our experience with this nursery was extremely concerning, to the point that we felt we had no choice but to report several issues to Ofsted and other relevant authorities. After raising our concerns, the owners reacted in a way that we found deeply distressing, including making threats to contact social services with allegations of negligence. These allegations were never pursued, which in our view made the threat feel retaliatory rather than genuine.\n\nOver several months, our child attended the nursery every Wednesday. We began to notice a clear pattern: almost every Wednesday, while both of us were working in London, we would receive a call informing us that our son was unwell and had to be collected immediately.\n\nWe fully acknowledge that our son was a challenging child to care for and may not have been completely ready for nursery at that time. However, what raised our concerns was the consistency of the pattern and the fact that the calls always came from the same member of staff.\n\nWe requested the temperature records. The nursery’s own logs recorded temperatures as high as 40°C on several occasions. Yet when we collected him and checked his temperature at home, it was consistently normal. The explanation offered was that they had given Calpol, but in our experience this did not align with what we observed. It increasingly felt as though one particular carer did not have the patience to manage our son’s needs and was repeatedly sending him home instead.\n\nWhen we raised these concerns with management, the reaction from the two owners was extremely hostile. They insisted that what we described could “never happen” and spoke to us in a way we found very unprofessional. They also threatened to contact social services about us — a threat they never followed through on.\n\nDuring the same discussion, one of the owners told us that her daughter was a lawyer and that they would sue us for defamation if we continued to challenge them. This too never happened. For context, all of this took place more than six years ago, yet the experience has stayed with us because of how intimidating and unnecessary it felt at the time.\n\nDue to the seriousness of the situation, we reported the matter to Ofsted. Ofsted later informed us that they had taken official action in response to our concerns, although they could not disclose the details of that action.\n\nOverall, our experience left us feeling unsafe, unsupported, and intimidated, and we believe prospective parents should be aware of the issues we encountered before making a decision.", "datePublished": "2025-12-11T18:58:19.103030404Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Dipti Rathore" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter joined this nursery almost two years back. She really enjoyed the cordial environment she got from the nursery. Initially we were confused to change her nursey as she got settled to her old nursery but we made a right choice to move her to Dickory Docks nursery. My daughter got a friendly environment from all the teachers especially from Deepali. I liked about the nursery that the staff gives attention to the parents need (like my daughter is very picky eater) and listen your expectations upon which later they work on it and gives feedback time on time. Nursery had alots of events which are not just for the kids but they include parents also so that kids have a good time with parents in the nursery. The management team Bob and Narender are also very approachable and friendly.", "datePublished": "2025-08-21T12:26:19.506106224Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dickory-docks-educational-day-nursery-rg30-4ex-ey473739#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "South East", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=South%20East" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dickory-docks-educational-day-nursery-rg30-4ex-ey473739" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/dickory-docks-educational-day-nursery-rg30-4ex-ey473739#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What size of nursery is Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Ofsted records show 118 children on roll, indicating a large full day care setting on non-domestic premises." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What curriculum approach does Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery use?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery describes an educational approach built around “Learning to Play .....Playing to Learn”. 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Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery # Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · 4.6 (20 parent reviews) · Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery, Cockney Hill, READING, RG30 4EX · Reading Number of places 80 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Reading About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery, established in July 1997, provides childcare for children aged 6 weeks to under 5 years, with a Holiday Club extending to 8-year-olds. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year, closing only for Bank Holidays and one week between Christmas and New Year. Situated in Reading, it comprises two distinct buildings: the 'D-Block' within Kings Academy Prospect caters to babies and toddlers, while a separate facility houses the Pre-School. Each section benefits from its own outdoor play area, complemented by a shared, expansive garden for exploration. Playing to Learn," which underpins its ethos and curriculum. This approach is delivered through a rich and varied curriculum, introduced via core books, and supported by dedicated staff committed to each child's care, learning, and development. The institution emphasises a strong parent partnership, cultivated over many years. Notably, all areas of the nursery were rated 'GOOD' in its May 2023 OFSTED inspection. The nursery also features a fully qualified Level 3 SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), underscoring its commitment to inclusivity and providing excellent childcare. Our ethos The nursery's educational philosophy is encapsulated by its motto "Learning to Play …..Playing to Learn", which underpins its ethos and curriculum. This approach is delivered through a rich and varied curriculum, introduced via core books, and supported by dedicated staff committed to each child's care, learning, and development. The nursery emphasises a strong parent partnership. What it's like Children settle well and develop confidence and good social skills through caring interactions with staff. Staff have a secure knowledge of children's needs and use engaging activities to promote language development and learning. Older children develop independence effectively, learning good hygiene and healthy lifestyle habits. Educational approach Established 1997 Holiday Club ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://dickorydocksdaynursery.co.uk/prices) ## Key facts Opening hours 51 weeks of the year, closed on Bank Holidays and 1 week between Christmas and New Year Age range 6 weeks to under 5 years (nursery); up to 8 years (holiday club) Term time / All Year All Year Session types Holiday Club Established 2014 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10291933 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224723)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY473739) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dickory-docks-educational-day-nursery-rg30-4ex-ey473739) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery Last inspected 26 June 2023 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 settle well and develop confidence and good social skills through caring interactions with staff. Staff have a secure knowledge of children's needs and use engaging activities to promote language development and learning. Older children develop independence effectively, learning good hygiene and healthy lifestyle habits. Inspector highlights - Children settle well in the care of staff. - Staff have a secure understanding of the needs of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Staff support children learning English as an additional language sensitively. - Children follow good hygiene routines. - There are strong partnerships with parents and professionals. Areas to develop - 1 review arrangements for managing changes in the daily routines, such as mealtimes, to ensure staff provide a calm approach and atmosphere to support and meet children's needs consistently at these times - 2 ensure staff promote children's good health more consistently, including encouraging younger children to drink water at appropriate times, to support their well-being - 3 continue to build on the good monitoring approach in place to identify and support staff's professional development more precisely, to raise the quality of their practice further. Inspection #10291933 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50224723) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have a secure understanding of the needs of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They are proactive in supporting children and their families, including completing education, health and care plans and using individual education plans to support children's progress. They use familiar toys to help children manage changes in the routine and picture cards to promote communication. Outdoor space The inspectors observed children's activities, play and interactions with staff, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact of this on their learning and progress. ## Parent Reviews of Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery 4.6 (20) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIWu-SeVP-Yxbgz0GcTS34xNgSJq_WDZPJ3JcVtEsBiw9GTew=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tasha Oxner 3 months ago Both of our children have attended Dickory Docks from infancy and have thrived there. Our second daughter is currently in the baby room and absolutely adores the staff, who know her exceptionally well. She looks forward to going every day and barely says goodbye at drop-off, as she’s busy checking what is set up! My older daughter left thoroughly Reception-ready. Her transition to school was easy because of the routines, independence, skills and experiences she had at Dickory Docks. She was ahead of many of her peers because of the literacy and numeracy foundation Dickory Docks had provided. We’ve found their way of operating very supportive of working parents, for instance the way they apply funded hours is easy to understand and they have always (even during Covid) been very sensible about when to send children home unwell, when to notify parents of incidents during the day, etc. I have no reservations in recommending Dickory Docks to other families. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pabmJtc3lhMEpwYnkxV05FNU9UbVV3VDNwNGFsRRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bc02f697e1b:0x84fa6f082b033b0c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVw0KX-NUFGyMUwuf1UqZoGFn6cfwXFqt6ebLhhKTqc5aLkocg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Namra Rizwan 5 months ago We couldn’t be happier with the care and dedication shown by Dickory Docks staff. Every member of the team is kind, patient, and genuinely invested in the children’s happiness and development. They create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children feel confident, valued, and excited to learn. Communication with parents is excellent, and it’s clear how much thought and effort goes into every day. We are incredibly grateful for the love and support they give and would highly recommend this nursery to any family. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s4d2QyZFBMV0ZuV2pObFVGbHRiRko2VG1GeFlYYxAB!2m1!1s0x48769bc02f697e1b:0x84fa6f082b033b0c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL3zebXmZiBwSeWrcCRViw8rr-dAojkd3luA6r-oSGn3J33gQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Zara Arshad 5 months ago This nursery provides an excellent standard of care and early education. The staff are well trained, approachable and genuinely invested in my daughter's care and I can tell that! Communication has always been clear and consistent which feel reassuring as a parent. I am delighted with my experience so far. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT205eVEyVnhRbWt0WkVKa1NsaGpTM3BqUjBZNVJYYxAB!2m1!1s0x48769bc02f697e1b:0x84fa6f082b033b0c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVz79AQ2q_mgUyFdHeMZ1V6YIVH1DRJqVV_MRXqSrSF-daQcy2j=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) K R 5 months ago Unfortunately, our experience with this nursery was extremely concerning, to the point that we felt we had no choice but to report several issues to Ofsted and other relevant authorities. After raising our concerns, the owners reacted in a way that we found deeply distressing, including making threats to contact social services with allegations of negligence. These allegations were never pursued, which in our view made the threat feel retaliatory rather than genuine. Over several months, our child attended the nursery every Wednesday. We began to notice a clear pattern: almost every Wednesday, while both of us were working in London, we would receive a call informing us that our son was unwell and had to be collected immediately. We fully acknowledge that our son was a challenging child to care for and may not have been completely ready for nursery at that time. However, what raised our concerns was the consistency of the pattern and the fact that the calls always came from the same member of staff. We requested the temperature records. The nursery’s own logs recorded temperatures as high as 40°C on several occasions. Yet when we collected him and checked his temperature at home, it was consistently normal. The explanation offered was that they had given Calpol, but in our experience this did not align with what we observed. It increasingly felt as though one particular carer did not have the patience to manage our son’s needs and was repeatedly sending him home instead. When we raised these concerns with management, the reaction from the two owners was extremely hostile. They insisted that what we described could “never happen” and spoke to us in a way we found very unprofessional. They also threatened to contact social services about us — a threat they never followed through on. During the same discussion, one of the owners told us that her daughter was a lawyer and that they would sue us for defamation if we continued to challenge them. This too never happened. For context, all of this took place more than six years ago, yet the experience has stayed with us because of how intimidating and unnecessary it felt at the time. Due to the seriousness of the situation, we reported the matter to Ofsted. Ofsted later informed us that they had taken official action in response to our concerns, although they could not disclose the details of that action. Overall, our experience left us feeling unsafe, unsupported, and intimidated, and we believe prospective parents should be aware of the issues we encountered before making a decision. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25WRldXVlZNV0l0WDI1alRYTnBZMlYzU2tweGRWRRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bc02f697e1b:0x84fa6f082b033b0c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVyNMs5mhYPZvxHBxloVGqvTapmbBuyJb6wHCKPFiHa26md0VNP=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Dipti Rathore 9 months ago My daughter joined this nursery almost two years back. She really enjoyed the cordial environment she got from the nursery. Initially we were confused to change her nursey as she got settled to her old nursery but we made a right choice to move her to Dickory Docks nursery. My daughter got a friendly environment from all the teachers especially from Deepali. I liked about the nursery that the staff gives attention to the parents need (like my daughter is very picky eater) and listen your expectations upon which later they work on it and gives feedback time on time. Nursery had alots of events which are not just for the kids but they include parents also so that kids have a good time with parents in the nursery. The management team Bob and Narender are also very approachable and friendly. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsZldHMXFhRlpXWDFCSWFHUnNWRkJ3WTNOWU5VRRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bc02f697e1b:0x84fa6f082b033b0c) Reviews from Google for Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery. 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