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But what ever happens, happens for good, else we would not have found amazing daycare like Goldilocks!!! Thanks to the person who recommended me Goldilocks while i was on a walk in Arthur Newbery Park.\n\nWe are absolutely happy with Goldilocks! From the moment we walked in, we knew our child was in good hands. The staff are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in the well-being and development of every child in daycare.\n\nOur child has thrived in the daycare's nurturing environment, and we've seen significant improvements in their social, emotional, and cognitive growth. The activities are engaging, educational, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each child.\n\nThe communication from the staff is excellent, keeping us informed about our child's daily activities, meals, and milestones. We appreciate the transparency and openness they demonstrate in addressing any concerns or questions we may have.\n\nThe facility is clean, safe, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and healthy environment for the children to play, learn, and grow.\n\nWe feel grateful to have found Goldilocks and would highly recommend it to any parent seeking top-notch care for their little ones. Thanks to the entire team for providing our child with a loving, supportive, and stimulating environment!.", "datePublished": "2025-07-25T21:17:08.822941306Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Ewart and Sarah OConnor" }, "reviewBody": "Our son has recently enrolled at Goldilocks Day Nursery and we have been so pleasantly amazing by the process, the nursery and all the staff there.\n\nThey have been so welcoming and forthcoming. They are so helpful and kind whilst we are navigating this new normal. The set up that they have there is brilliant. The babies and children all appear genuinely happy! My son started there are 10 months old and the girls in his room have treated him with so much love and care, it is so lovely to see.\n\nWe did not know what to expect from a nursery but it definitely wasn't this! The processes that are in place like checking on them every 10 minutes when they are napping and updating app with images/updates on their days has amazed us and we feel so in loop with how his day is going.\n\nI know that in this day and age nurseries are in a massive demand so Goldilocks won't need this review to generate more business but if you are hunting around for a nursery I couldn't recommend them enough!", "datePublished": "2026-04-14T13:10:02.696978150Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/goldilocks-nursery-reading-limited-rg31-5at-2835310#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": "Goldilocks Nursery (Reading)", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/goldilocks-nursery-reading-limited-rg31-5at-2835310" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/goldilocks-nursery-reading-limited-rg31-5at-2835310#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What type of nursery is Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Limited?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is registered as childcare on non-domestic premises, which places it in the category used for nursery settings operating from premises not used as a home. 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It also accepts Tax-Free Childcare." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) # Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Compare Contact Nursery Awaiting first inspection · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Goldilocks Day Nursery (Reading), 77 School Road, Reading, RG31 5AT · Reading **Awaiting first Ofsted inspection.** This is a newly registered provider (registered April 2025). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available. Number of places 100 places Age range — Last inspected — Local authority Reading About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Goldilocks Day Nursery, established in 1990, offers a nurturing "home-from-home" environment in Reading, prioritising quality care and education. They focus on making new families feel comfortable, especially during the settling-in period, by assigning a dedicated Key Person to each child. A "buddy system" further supports social development and confidence. The nursery caters to children from 8 weeks old to school age, with five age-appropriate rooms: Rabbits (8 weeks – 14 months), Squirrels (14 – 20 months), Squirrels 2 (20 – 26 months), Badgers (26 – 36 months), and Bears (36 months – school leaver). Children transition to new rooms based on their developmental readiness, often alongside familiar peers, to maintain their emotional well-being. The nursery operates with CCTV in all classrooms and outdoor areas for enhanced safety. Meals are provided by Nursery Kitchen Ltd, focusing on nutritional guidelines and accommodating allergies and dietary requirements. They have a 5-star food hygiene rating. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, aiming to prepare children for their next educational stage by tailoring activities to learning styles and individual needs. Goldilocks Day Nursery promotes independence, good manners, and safety awareness in children. Our ethos Goldilocks Day Nursery bases its curriculum on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, aiming to prepare children for their next educational stage by tailoring activities to learning styles and individual needs. They also promote independence, good manners, and safety awareness in children. Home-from-home environment Key person system 5-star food hygiene rating EYFS curriculum CCTV for safety ## Pricing & funding Monthly fees are calculated as flat rates, with separate schedules for April 2025 and April 2026. The 2025 structure offers set monthly fees based on the number of days booked per week, with adjustments for working families and universal funding. The 2026 structure features daily, half-day, and additional food rates. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - A non-refundable registration fee of £50 and a deposit of one week's fees are required. - A 10% discount is applied for full-time attendance (Monday to Friday, full day sessions). - A 5% sibling discount is applied to the oldest child's invoice. - April 2026 monthly fees are calculated over 52 weeks and divided by 12 months. - Funded children are charged an additional £15 for food per full day and £10.66 per private hour from April 2026. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) [Download full report (PDF)](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2835310)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2835310) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=goldilocks-nursery-reading-limited-rg31-5at-2835310) ## Key facts Food Meals and snacks provided, catering to allergies and dietary requirements; nut-free. Daily provision includes breakfast, mid-morning snack, two-course hot lunch, and afternoon snack. Opening hours Monday to Friday from 7:30am - 6:00pm, closed on bank holidays. Age range 8 weeks – school leaver Session types Full Day, Half Day Waitlist Unknown ## Parent Reviews of Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUAWZNz1PKTSs0umrSZxiD6V7l5CDJ6PWsHJF3YJBzgYs4RtVDZ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jitu ab 10 months ago We were on waiting list on most reputed daycares near our home. But what ever happens, happens for good, else we would not have found amazing daycare like Goldilocks!!! Thanks to the person who recommended me Goldilocks while i was on a walk in Arthur Newbery Park. We are absolutely happy with Goldilocks! From the moment we walked in, we knew our child was in good hands. The staff are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in the well-being and development of every child in daycare. Our child has thrived in the daycare's nurturing environment, and we've seen significant improvements in their social, emotional, and cognitive growth. The activities are engaging, educational, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. The communication from the staff is excellent, keeping us informed about our child's daily activities, meals, and milestones. We appreciate the transparency and openness they demonstrate in addressing any concerns or questions we may have. The facility is clean, safe, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and healthy environment for the children to play, learn, and grow. We feel grateful to have found Goldilocks and would highly recommend it to any parent seeking top-notch care for their little ones. Thanks to the entire team for providing our child with a loving, supportive, and stimulating environment!. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1S01GOUhjMmsyV1hscGN6bFFPWGx0WTNCaFFtYxAB!2m1!1s0x48769bd7f2d19e49:0xd26923ffc1df07eb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLsy_fPTmQIks5W7nZn6Mlj6tu8E0UYvjrfo__DT-wHsna51BM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ewart and Sarah OConnor a month ago Our son has recently enrolled at Goldilocks Day Nursery and we have been so pleasantly amazing by the process, the nursery and all the staff there. They have been so welcoming and forthcoming. They are so helpful and kind whilst we are navigating this new normal. The set up that they have there is brilliant. The babies and children all appear genuinely happy! My son started there are 10 months old and the girls in his room have treated him with so much love and care, it is so lovely to see. We did not know what to expect from a nursery but it definitely wasn't this! The processes that are in place like checking on them every 10 minutes when they are napping and updating app with images/updates on their days has amazed us and we feel so in loop with how his day is going. I know that in this day and age nurseries are in a massive demand so Goldilocks won't need this review to generate more business but if you are hunting around for a nursery I couldn't recommend them enough! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25remRqTTJhSGczVUhsQ1IyVnhZMHA1TmxoeVdrRRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bd7f2d19e49:0xd26923ffc1df07eb) Reviews from Google for Goldilocks Nursery (Reading). [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15161689201895737323&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history This provider hasn't received its first Ofsted inspection yet. We'll show the trend here once a graded report is published. ## Frequently asked about Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) ### What type of nursery is Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Limited? ### Where is Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Limited located? ### How are meals handled at Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Limited? ### What are the fees at Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Limited? ### How can Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Limited be contacted? ### Does Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Limited accept funded hours? ## Nearby day nurseries in Reading Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Goldilocks Nursery (Reading). - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Fledglings Lodge Reading · RG31 6JP ](/nursery/fledglings-lodge-rg31-6jp-2496408) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Fledglings Day Nursery Reading · RG31 5TY ](/nursery/fledglings-day-nursery-rg31-5ty-ey255805) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Norcot Early Years Centre Reading · RG30 6UB 4.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/norcot-early-years-centre-rg30-6ub-ey257099) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Westwood Farm Community Pre-School Reading · RG31 6SL ](/nursery/westwood-farm-community-pre-school-rg31-6sl-110747) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery Reading · RG30 4EX 4.6(20 reviews) ](/nursery/dickory-docks-educational-day-nursery-rg30-4ex-ey473739) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Barn Owl Day Nursery Reading · RG31 6UT ](/nursery/barn-owl-day-nursery-rg31-6ut-ey396413) [See all nurseries in Reading →](/search?q=Reading) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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