--- title: "Norcot Early Years Centre — Rated 4.9 from 11 Parent Reviews" description: "Norcot Early Years Centre, a nursery in Reading — Rated Good by Ofsted, rated 4.9 by 11 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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Can't recommend it enough. My first experience with the nurseries.\nMy little one will be starting reception soon and he is already sad to leave nursery. Teachers are the best they treat the kids very politely. The nursery updates you regularly about everything they do at nursery. Very Very happy . Came here after a recommendation from a friend and I don't regret my decision. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟", "datePublished": "2024-07-18T06:19:08.830394Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Ardiana Djezairi" }, "reviewBody": "Couldn't be happier with Norcot nursery.\nToday was my son's last day and we were both sad that the end came to quick.\nTeachers are amazing they really care about kids and go extra miles to support them with everything.\nI am very grateful and I want to say thank you to everyone at Norcot especially Rachel she is the best teacher ever.\nHighly recommending Nursery.\nWe will never forget about you and will try to come and visit.", "datePublished": "2024-07-19T20:38:25.290741Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Rachel Sullivan" }, "reviewBody": "Can't recommend Norcot enough. The staff are so knowledgeable and kind and really care about the children. Both my boys love it there.", "datePublished": "2024-06-03T11:09:22.848089Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 4, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "xbx xbx" }, "reviewBody": "They're very friendly and great with the kids, but they can be quite unorganised which is a bit frustrating", "datePublished": "2017-02-19T18:42:46.647Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Sree R" }, "reviewBody": "Good staff and teachers. My son liked it there. 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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. Norcot Early Years Centre # Norcot Early Years Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 4.9 (11 parent reviews) · 82 Lyndhurst Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG30 6UB · Reading Number of places 50 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 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 Norcot Early Years Centre, reregistered in 2004, is a childcare setting located in Tilehurst, Berkshire. Open 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, it provides a welcoming and stimulating environment for children aged 0 to 4 years. The centre, which received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 24th May 2023, prides itself on strong bonds between children and staff, and a curriculum designed to foster individual development. With a dedicated team of 19 staff, including two qualified teachers, Norcot Early Years Centre ensures that all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language (EAL), make good progress. The setting also offers a rich outdoor learning experience, including a forest school area, supporting children's physical development and exploration. What it's like Children arrive happy and excited for their day and settle quickly. They explore the indoor and outdoor areas, choosing from various activities. Children build strong bonds with staff and other children, feeling safe and secure. They make good progress in their learning and development, including preparation for school. Caring Environment Strong Bonds Individual Needs Met Good Progress Engaging Outdoors ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2004 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Norcot Early Years Centre Last inspected 24 May 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children arrive happy and excited for their day and settle quickly. They explore the indoor and outdoor areas, choosing from various activities. Children build strong bonds with staff and other children, feeling safe and secure. They make good progress in their learning and development, including preparation for school. Inspector highlights - Children arrive happy and excited for their day and settle quickly. - Children confidently explore the areas of the setting and choose from a range of activities, both indoors and outdoors. - Children build strong bonds with the staff and with other children and feel safe and secure. - Managers and staff have high expectations of children's learning. - All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those with English as an additional language, make good progress in their learning and development. - Staff support communication and language well, using methods like simple sign language and picture prompts. - Children show a love of books, with staff reading enthusiastically and children enjoying visits to the on-site library. - Children are encouraged to eat well and learn about healthy foods and oral hygiene. - Children demonstrate very good behaviour and understand routines. - Parents praise the managers and staff for the support they receive and appreciate regular updates and guidance. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff having a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities. - Leaders and managers create a caring environment for children, staff and parents. - Staff plan a curriculum that builds on what children already know and can do. - Childrens physical development is supported well. Staff give them opportunities to be physically active throughout the day. Areas to develop - 1 Strengthen staff's skills in challenging children's thinking and providing opportunities for them to solve problems. Inspection #10281339 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221470) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Norcot Early Years Centre Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10281339 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221470)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY257099) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=norcot-early-years-centre-rg30-6ub-ey257099) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Managers and staff recognise children's individual needs and adapt approaches to ensure that children, including those with SEND, have their needs met and make good progress. For example, staff organise sensory areas to support children when they feel overwhelmed, and work with parents to understand children's needs and ensure consistency. Outdoor space Children happily explore the outdoor area, which has been designed to support different areas of development. Older children enjoy attending the on-site forest-school area. The setting supports physical development well, giving children opportunities to be physically active throughout the day. EAL / language support Staff support children who speak English as an additional language, ensuring they make good progress in their learning and development. ## Parent Reviews of Norcot Early Years Centre 4.9 (11) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU_y9iiETeVcGQib1-kuuMmvFknjXrDzQgieqMDboWp57TcIoDi=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) iman a year ago Had a Brilliant experience with this nursery!! Can't recommend it enough. My first experience with the nurseries. My little one will be starting reception soon and he is already sad to leave nursery. Teachers are the best they treat the kids very politely. The nursery updates you regularly about everything they do at nursery. Very Very happy . Came here after a recommendation from a friend and I don't regret my decision. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyMGZQeDB3RRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bcc7e2ca901:0x390df78269992b44) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJz5IR7Vwg2aaflfdsAP3l0nZtYa1S4wt3kdaXmJfM988_bpA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ardiana Djezairi a year ago Couldn't be happier with Norcot nursery. Today was my son's last day and we were both sad that the end came to quick. Teachers are amazing they really care about kids and go extra miles to support them with everything. I am very grateful and I want to say thank you to everyone at Norcot especially Rachel she is the best teacher ever. Highly recommending Nursery. We will never forget about you and will try to come and visit. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyNDhtS2xRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bcc7e2ca901:0x390df78269992b44) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXRWPPPWscphIJhv2TFkpwRHVne0tpsJwADOhjIOxZ92qSbjVv7RQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Rachel Sullivan a year ago Can't recommend Norcot enough. The staff are so knowledgeable and kind and really care about the children. Both my boys love it there. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN6dVpMVXNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bcc7e2ca901:0x390df78269992b44) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWeG0oHNmrpuQfOiy_y_BpQbhQFMRDn19o9TYtLeYnX6DZ-ZPQO=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) xbx xbx 9 years ago They're very friendly and great with the kids, but they can be quite unorganised which is a bit frustrating [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURncEkyN3lnRRAB!2m1!1s0x48769bcc7e2ca901:0x390df78269992b44) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXE7DPmEtrsdGqHr96s3m4CYifM3K5tyJMkqY3u6mVHPwd4gFgUuw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Sree R 4 years ago Good staff and teachers. My son liked it there. Overall very good experience. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2Z08tOUFnEAE!2m1!1s0x48769bcc7e2ca901:0x390df78269992b44) Reviews from Google for Norcot Early Years Centre. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4111214174348585796&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: February 2008 - May 2023 Good - May 2018 Inadequate - April 2014 Good - August 2013 Good - February 2008 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Norcot Early Years Centre ### What outdoor space does Norcot Early Years Centre have? ### What age children does Norcot Early Years Centre take? ### How was Norcot Early Years Centre rated by Ofsted? ### Is Norcot Early Years Centre a day nursery or preschool? ### Which funded childcare hours does Norcot Early Years Centre accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Reading Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Norcot Early Years Centre. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Fledglings Lodge Reading · RG31 6JP ](/nursery/fledglings-lodge-rg31-6jp-2496408) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### Goldilocks Nursery (Reading) Reading · RG31 5AT ](/nursery/goldilocks-nursery-reading-limited-rg31-5at-2835310) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Westwood Farm Community Pre-School Reading · RG31 6SL ](/nursery/westwood-farm-community-pre-school-rg31-6sl-110747) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Dickory Docks Educational Day Nursery Reading · RG30 4EX 4.6(20 reviews) ](/nursery/dickory-docks-educational-day-nursery-rg30-4ex-ey473739) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Barn Owl Day Nursery Reading · RG31 6UT ](/nursery/barn-owl-day-nursery-rg31-6ut-ey396413) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Little Tots Montessori Nursery Reading Reading · RG30 2UJ 4.2(13 reviews) ](/nursery/little-tots-nursery-rg30-2uj-ey349641) [See all nurseries in Reading →](/search?q=Reading) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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