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Rainbow Nursery # Rainbow Nursery in Tunbridge Wells (TN4) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9TX · Kent Number of places 30 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Kent 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 Rainbow Nurseries has been dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children since 1991. They cater to children aged 0 to 5 years across three conveniently located sites in Tunbridge Wells, all easily accessible from the main line stations. The nursery embraces the Curiosity Approach, fostering exploration, questioning, and learning through hands-on experiences and meaningful interactions. Their curriculum is designed to ignite creativity, enhance social skills, and instil a lifelong love for learning, with a strong belief that happy children are curious children. Rainbow Nurseries strives to create an atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and cherished. They offer flexible childcare options, including full-time, part-time, and term-time only, and are open for 51 weeks a year, from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday. The nursery also accepts various childcare funding options, including Tax-Free Childcare and government funding for eligible 2, 3, and 4-year-olds. Our ethos We embrace the renowned Curiosity Approach, encouraging children to explore, question, and learn through hands-on experiences and meaningful interactions. We believe that happy children are curious children, and we strive to create an atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and cherished. What it's like Children and families are welcomed at the door by enthusiastic staff, who smile and invite them into this homely setting. Staff plan interesting and motivating activities and opportunities for children based on their needs and interests. Children show high levels of self-esteem, confidence and emotional well-being. Curiosity Approach Multiple locations in Tunbridge Wells Accepted government funding ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 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://rainbownurseries.co.uk/#contact) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30am – 6:30pm Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Rainbow Nursery Last inspected 12 May 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children and families are welcomed at the door by enthusiastic staff, who smile and invite them into this homely setting. Staff plan interesting and motivating activities and opportunities for children based on their needs and interests. Children show high levels of self-esteem, confidence and emotional well-being. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers have a strong vision for the setting and are passionate about providing good-quality care and education. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, and staff have made effective links with external agencies. - Parents report that their children have made progress in their speech, independence, and social skills. - Children's independence skills are well promoted, with children actively participating in daily tasks. - Staff enjoy working at the setting and feel well supported, with opportunities for professional development. Areas to develop - 1 ensure staff use information about children's home languages to support children to settle in more effectively - 2 focus staff training more precisely on finding out about the needs and interests of babies to support them to make the best possible progress. Inspection #10276740 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50220191) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Rainbow Nursery Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10276740 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50220191)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY489061) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=rainbow-nursery-tn4-9tx-ey489061) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children have made progress in their speech, independence and social skills. > they appreciate the daily feedback they receive. > the loving atmosphere provided by staff. > the ideas they get to help their children at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff have made effective links with external agencies for advice and guidance. They have used funding effectively to develop the outdoor environment to support children who do not have access to outdoor spaces at home. Outdoor space Children delight in exploring outside, looking for bugs together and talking about how to care for them. Staff have used funding effectively to develop the outdoor environment to support children who do not have access to outdoor spaces at home. This develops children's physical skills and interest in the natural world. ## Parent Reviews of Rainbow Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKK_W8RID_FYQv7RogURALnXn1zGdny9juXuu8lgBTgGCgv=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Zornitsa Tarleva 2 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xwSWVXZHljM0JFYzJkSWFVVnhSbkEyVGxOWmNVRRAB!2m1!1s0x47df45c653b12d75:0xdcf8717d9cf893d4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKc23oHURrXjzTdLWo51xTGKPQqMw42v_Gm9LX3PKLI3YwluQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) TheMandyse 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM4bmRUWjdBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47df45c653b12d75:0xdcf8717d9cf893d4) Reviews from Google for Rainbow Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15922601266886775764&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2017 - May 2023 Good - July 2017 Good ## Frequently asked about Rainbow Nursery ### Whereabouts is Rainbow Nursery? ### How does Rainbow Nursery support children with SEND? ### What are the fees at Rainbow Nursery? ### Which curriculum approach does Rainbow Nursery follow? ### What is Rainbow Nursery working on developing? ### Is Rainbow Nursery Ofsted registered? ## About the setting Rainbow Nursery registered in 2015. It operates from the Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The nursery opens all year round, from 7.30am until 6.30pm, on Monday to Friday. The nursery employs 11 staff, 9 of whom hold qualifications to level 3 or above, including one member of staff who holds early years professional status. The provider receives funding to provide free early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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