Opening hours
Southsea: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, 51 weeks of the year. Windlesham: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm, all year round, apart from public bank holidays and three days between Christmas and New Year.
Rainbow Corner Nursery School
Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
Number of places
60 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Portsmouth
About this day nursery
Rainbow Corner Nursery School is a well-established, family-operated childcare provider that has been serving families since 1983. They offer a nurturing and homely atmosphere, promoting outdoor learning and free-flow access for children to explore and develop.
The nursery focuses on fostering core values such as respect, resilience, kindness, inclusiveness, aspiration, and confidence, using "value heroes" to engage children in these principles. Emphasising a curriculum derived from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2021, Rainbow Corner aims to provide consistent quality care, individualised learning experiences, strong partnerships with parents, and inclusive practices for all children, including those with special educational needs or disabilities.
They are committed to providing exceptional childcare, as evidenced by their "Outstanding" Ofsted rating at the Windlesham branch. The Southsea branch is open 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, while the Windlesham branch operates Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm, all year round with exceptions for public holidays and a few days over Christmas and New Year.
They cater to different age groups, including a baby unit. The nursery provides nappies, wipes, Sudocrem, cow’s milk, SMA formula milk, snacks, a hot lunch, and high tea.
Our ethos
Rainbow Corner Nursery School's philosophy is rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2021, aiming to provide consistent quality, individualised learning, and inclusive practices. They foster core values like respect, resilience, kindness, inclusiveness, aspiration, and confidence, using "value heroes" to teach these principles. The nursery is committed to providing exceptional childcare within a nurturing and homely atmosphere that promotes outdoor learning and free-flow exploration.
What it's like
Children are treated with kindness and respect at this friendly and nurturing nursery. They are greeted by cheerful staff who know all children and families well. Children feel valued and have their needs met quickly, which makes them feel happy to learn.
Family-run since 1983Nurturing, home-from-home environmentEmphasis on outdoor learning and free-flow playEYFS-based curriculum and "value heroes"Comprehensive care including meals and essentials
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.
Key facts
Food
All meals and snacks are provided, including morning and afternoon healthy snacks, a 2-course hot lunch, and high tea. Cow’s milk and SMA formula milk are also provided.
Age range
Babies from birth to 2 years, and older children up to pre-school age.
Session types
Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
1983
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Rainbow Corner Nursery School
Last inspected 10 March 2023 · Elizabeth Austin
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 are treated with kindness and respect at this friendly and nurturing nursery. They are greeted by cheerful staff who know all children and families well. Children feel valued and have their needs met quickly, which makes them feel happy to learn.
Inspector highlights
- Children are treated with kindness and respect.
- Children are encouraged to work together and support each other.
- Children enjoy nursery and happily explore sensory resources.
- The manager has a clear vision and is passionate about improving experiences for children.
- Babies thoroughly enjoy sensory-play opportunities and remain engaged in play.
Areas to develop
- 1support staff to consistently recognise opportunities to build on children's learning and further extend their interests
- 2teach children the knowledge they need to help them to use and apply their self-help skills independently.
Inspection #10280821 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents report that children make progress and run into nursery happily to play.
Parents appreciate the support they receive to help children further at home.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. Their needs are identified by staff who action support swiftly. Staff work positively with parents and multi-agency professionals to support children to make the best possible progress.
Outdoor space
The manager has recently invested in provision for outdoor play to support children's physical development and confidence. Children enjoy using bicycles, balancing on beams and wooden frames, and learning to manage risks.
Inspection history
Date: November 2006
- April 2023Good
- March 2023Good
- September 2017Outstanding
- August 2017Outstanding
- November 2013Good
- October 2013Good
- March 2010Good
- March 2010Good
- August 2009Good
- July 2009Good
- November 2006Good
Frequently asked about Rainbow Corner Nursery School
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