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# Rainbows Day Nursery in Caterham

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Ofsted: Good

(Dec 2023) 

· 4.1 (16 Google reviews)  · The Pavilion, White Knobs Way, Caterham, CR3 6RH · Surrey 

Number of places

30 places

Age range

0–4 yrs

Last inspected

Dec 2023

Local authority

Surrey

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-   [Ofsted](#ofsted)
-   [Inclusion](#inclusion)
-   [Reviews](#reviews)
-   [FAQ](#faq)

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## About this day nursery

Rainbows Day Nursery, located in Caterham, Surrey, is a well-established childcare setting that has been serving families since 2013. Operating from a sports pavilion, the day nursery provides full-day care from 8am to 6pm, all year round, catering to children aged 0 to 4.

The dedicated team of eight staff, including four who hold appropriate early years qualifications, ensures a nurturing and stimulating environment. Children happily engage in a variety of activities, from exploring play food and using magnifying glasses to discover bugs outdoors, to making salt dough and practising fine motor skills with craft items.

The nursery places a strong emphasis on developing independence, with children encouraged to serve themselves lunch and tidy up. There is a clear focus on the curriculum, designed to support children's development in preparation for future learning, with particular attention given to supporting babies in building confidence and physical skills, and older children in becoming confident communicators and independent learners.

The nursery also effectively supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) through close liaison with external agencies, ensuring good progress for all. Parents are happy with the care their children receive, appreciative of how the nursery keeps them informed about their child's learning and how they can support this at home.

What it's like

Children happily arrive at Rainbows Day Nursery, eager to engage with the well-organised activities and supportive staff. They benefit from a range of active outdoor opportunities, including walks to the park. The setting fosters independence, encouraging children to tidy up and manage their own belongings. Staff are responsive to children's needs, providing comfort and reassurance, and supporting them in developing social skills and respect for future learning.

Supportive staff Engaging activities Fosters independence Outdoor play Strong curriculum 

## Key facts

Opening hours

8am to 6pm

Term time / All Year

All\_year

Registered with Ofsted

2013

Ofsted Inspection

## Ofsted rating for Rainbows Day Nursery

Last inspected 4 December 2023

Overall effectiveness 

Good 

What it's like to attend

Children happily arrive at Rainbows Day Nursery, eager to engage with the well-organised activities and supportive staff. They benefit from a range of active outdoor opportunities, including walks to the park. The setting fosters independence, encouraging children to tidy up and manage their own belongings. Staff are responsive to children's needs, providing comfort and reassurance, and supporting them in developing social skills and respect for future learning.

Inspector highlights

-   Children happily arrive at the setting and are excited to start their day, engaging with staff and activities to settle in. 
-   Children benefit from a range of opportunities to be physically active and play outdoors, including walks around the park to explore nature. 
-   The manager has worked diligently since the last inspection to make improvements, engaging with the local authority and updating health and safety training. 
-   Staff feel supported in their roles, benefiting from regular supervision sessions and thorough induction for new recruits. 
-   The curriculum is well-designed to support children's development, with clear guidance for staff on teaching approaches. 
-   Staff plan activities based on children's interests, such as making salt dough for Christmas decorations. 
-   Children are provided with various opportunities to develop independence, such as putting on coats and serving themselves at mealtimes. 
-   Parents are happy with the care their children receive, knowing how to support their children's learning at home. 

Areas to develop

-   1 Strengthen staff knowledge of how children learn to help them recognise children's emerging interests in order to build on what they already know. 
-   2 Improve the organisation of transition times, including lunchtime, to minimise interruptions to children's learning. 

Inspection #10271380 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237300)

### Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Rainbows Day Nursery

Inspection date

Dec 2023

Inspection no.

10271380

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Inclusion & environment

## How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well. The manager liaises with external agencies to ensure they provide the right level of support for all children. She ensures referrals to other agencies are made promptly. As a result, children with SEND are making good progress.

## Google Reviews of Rainbows Day Nursery

4.1 

(16 Google reviews) 

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Demi Curran

10 months ago

Our experience with Rainbows Day Nursery has been nothing short of exceptional, and we couldn't recommend it more highly! Our son started when he was two years old, and from day one, has thrived in its supportive and comforting environment. The setting itself is nestled within a park and surrounded by woodlands. It offers endless opportunities for outdoor play and learning, which we absolutely love. Plus, the easy parking makes drop-offs and pick-ups less stressful! The range of activities and the curriculum are fantastic. Our son has enjoyed everything from visits from 'people who help us' to an exciting science week filled with experiments. The home learning packs are also a lovely touch. We've been really impressed with how well Rainbows have managed and catered to our son’s milk allergy. They have a medical plan in place and always provide him with a variety of healthy alternatives so he doesn’t miss out. Beyond the daily care, Rainbows really does foster a strong sense of community. There are special events for Easter, Christmas, Father's Day, Mother's Day, Halloween and a Teddy Bear Summer Picnic. These are always fun, with thoughtful crafts, messy play, games and snacks. They also give us the opportunity to see our son interact with his friends in the nursery environment. Grandparents Day, where grandparents can come and read to the little ones, is another example of their commitment to community and family involvement. The communication is great. We receive regular updates and photos via the famly app. Parents' evenings, detailed progress reports, and monthly communication sheets ensure we're always informed about his development and can raise any concerns regarding this. They even provide support outside of the nursery environment with helpful guidance and resources for potty training and dummy removal – the special 'dummy fairy pack' created by Vicki (complete with glitter and a certificate) made the transition so much easier for our son (and for us)! Most importantly, the staff really care and know our child inside out. He has built wonderful relationships with both the other children and the team. It's clear they genuinely care about him. Thank you Jade and team!

[Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tOcE5URXpiVTFGWDJJMkxXVmZNVkkzT0hRd2EzYxAB!2m1!1s0x4875feb9a5aa20df:0xd46e2685b7151ae4)

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Laura L

10 months ago

I am extremely happy with this nursery. My child is always excited to go in each morning and has built a strong bond with the staff members who are very experienced, caring, and go out of their way to make him laugh. The children are engaged with lots of activities throughout the day and my son is always happy when I pick him up. I feel very confident that my child is in safe hands, and alongside myself, they have been helping to further his learning and nurture his curiosity. It’s a small, family-run nursery, and we really benefit from the caring environment it fosters. I also receive plenty of updates throughout the day via the app. I would highly recommend this nursery.

[Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25SaVZUVlpUR3RNVEhGdk9FbFlkR1ZrTFVRd1NsRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875feb9a5aa20df:0xd46e2685b7151ae4)

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Rosie Mickhaiel

10 months ago

Rainbows is a fantastic nursery run by such an experienced and friendly team. My son has attended for over a year now and goes 4 days a week, he is so excited every time I drop him off and literally skips through the door. It’s so lovely to see how happy he is when I pick him up and the team are so thorough with their updates of what he gets up to throughout the day. Jade and the team have been beyond supportive with his development and any queries that we have are always dealt with sincerity and helpful advice. I recommend Rainbows to anyone in the area looking at nurseries, your children will be in the best hands.

[Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT214b2REUmFibFJGYkRNMk5ETTFla3BDUmt0UFdGRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875feb9a5aa20df:0xd46e2685b7151ae4)

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Meg Jackson

10 months ago

Our son joined Rainbows in March at the age of 11 months. It was a daunting prospect to leave him to go back to work, as he was so small. But we had nothing to worry about- he is thriving. He is so happy to go in every morning, reaching over for cuddles and not even a backwards glance. The setting is great, a peaceful corner of the park, with a focus on outdoor playing a big part of their day. Activities are interesting and varied and we love seeing the regular updates on what the class have been doing. Dana and Kirsty in Caterpillars are wonderful- there is no doubt Rainbows is a place where nurturing and development are prevalent. Our son has come on leaps and bounds in such a short space of time. We have no doubt a big part of this is because of Rainbows 🩷

[Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KeE4xVnJTbHBLVlhoSlkwVmlaa3RoVDJGbVVuYxAB!2m1!1s0x4875feb9a5aa20df:0xd46e2685b7151ae4)

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Liz Hudson

10 months ago

Rainbows Day Nursery is a truly wonderful place, filled with people who genuinely care about children and are deeply committed to their development. Both of my children attend, and I drop them off three days a week with complete confidence that they’re in safe, nurturing hands. At pick-up, the smiles on their faces say it all—they’ve clearly had a fantastic day. Over the years, I’ve come to know the team well. They’ve been incredibly supportive—not just of my children, but of our whole family. They always listen with care, take our feedback seriously, and offer thoughtful suggestions to support us. I’ve never felt dismissed or belittled when raising concerns about my children’s development. As our needs have changed, the nursery has consistently been flexible and accommodating, which has made a real difference during challenging times. Compared to some larger nurseries, Rainbows is relatively small—but that’s one of the things I love most. There’s a genuine sense of community, which Jade has clearly worked hard to foster through events and activities. My husband and I have even made friends with other parents, which has been a lovely bonus. When we compare our experiences, we all say the same thing: the staff truly care, our children are happy, and we all value the warm, close-knit environment. Communication is excellent. The team keeps us informed through the Famly app, sharing milestones and daily updates. I love seeing what the children have been up to, and being able to share our own observations from home makes it feel like a real partnership. That connection between home and nursery has grown even stronger over the past year. Most importantly, I’ve always felt that my children’s emotional wellbeing is in safe hands—and this is where the team at Rainbows truly shines. Their care, empathy, and attention to each child’s needs go above and beyond. We’re so grateful to be part of the Rainbows community—it’s made such a positive difference in our children’s lives and in ours.

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Inspection history

Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023

Date: June 2013

-   December 2023 Good 
-   December 2022 Requires improvement 
-   April 2017 Good 
-   March 2015 Good 
-   April 2014 Requires improvement 
-   June 2013 Good 

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