Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)

Chalfont Park Pavilion, Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, Reading RG6 5HQ
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  • Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House), Reading
Lower Earley Day Nursery (formerly Yellow Brick House) is housed in a low-rise, bright and airy building with enclosed, secure outdoor space in Chalfont Park.

The nursery provides full day care for children aged three months to five-years-old and is rated 'Good' by Ofsted in July 2018. The all-inclusive package will suit busy working parents; nursery fees include nappies, wipes, creams for nappy and sun protection, meals and formula milk.

The nursery's large outdoor play area is accessible directly from the nursery rooms, allowing all children to choose whether they play inside or outside.

The Nest is suitable for children aged three months to two years and there are 2 further age groups for children aged two to five years old.

Lower Earley Day Nursery provides childcare on a full and part-time basis.

The nursery promotes active learning in the STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) as part of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and the children take part in Boogie Mites (dancing, singing and more). Children are well prepared for their transition to school through the School Readiness programme.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jane Ives (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 80

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • We offer spaces as a daytime ( 8am - 16.00pm) standard day (8 am to 17.30 pm) or extended day (7.30 am to 18.00 pm). Funded only spaces are limited.
    Please contact the nursery for updated prices and discounts offered.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, 1 week at Christmas & Easter

Parking

  • There is a free car park immediately outside the nursery.

Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) Reviews (49)

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Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.611) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) has 49 reviews.

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Review from Hannah D (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our son's development, we were worried about his lack of speech when he joined and he has learnt so much and become a little chatterbox. He is always happy going in, and the staff make such an effort for him to feel welcome.
Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Many thanks for your lovely feedback, we really appreciate it.
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Review from Tash S (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended since April and he settled in so well and so quickly thanks to the amazing staff! They are always quick to update us and ask questions about any transitions such as if we were happy for him to move onto cow's milk once he turned one. They do daily group activities such as cooking,
sensory play and painting and always share lovely photos. They clearly communicate any targets they are working on and the app lets us know which yummy meals they have eaten that day. Highly recommend!
Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Many thanks for your lovely review.... We really appreciate your feedback..
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Review from Magda P (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot speak highly enough of The Lower EarleyDay Nursery. The staff have made a remarkable effort in supporting each child's individual growth and development. It is clear that they are committed to helping children become confident, capable preschoolers who are well-prepared for the next stage of
their learning journey setting them on a strong trajectory which will continue through their education.
What truly stands out is the team's genuine interest not just in the children's time at nursery, but in their overall well-being. The staff often go above and beyond by offering helpful parenting advice and support, which shows how deeply they care about each child's life beyond the nursery setting.


The most comforting part of the day is pick-up time. You are greeted by childcare professionals who clearly enjoy spending time with your child. Their warmth and enthusiasm are genuine, and it's incredibly reassuring to know that your child is not only well cared for, but also truly value

Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Many thanks for your lovely review.... We really appreciate your feedback... we will truly miss your child and wish you all the best in your next journey into school.
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Review from Matthew S (Father of Child) published on 27 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since our child's first day all staff members made us all welcome. Our child is always wanting to go to Nursury in the mornings and since attending has come on a lot in their development and continue to encourage that development. The activities are documented frequently on the app and it often involves
exciting activities which aren't always easy to replicate at home. E.g. painting. As parents we feel this Nursury is a safe environment and there are good safe guarding practices implemented giving us peace of mind when sending our child into Nursury.
Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Many Thanks for the lovely review we really appreciate your feedback.
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Review from A K (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lower Earley Day Nursery is quite simply the best nursery around. The staff care for every child that comes through the doors with such kindness and foster a love of learning, curiosity and creativity in each child they teach. Both my boys have been to this nursery and have learnt so much through the
varied creative curriculum they offer. Also both my boys have loved going to the nursery and we, as a family, are going to miss the staff and the nursery very much.
Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We loved looking after your two boys and we are so glad they had an amazing experience.
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Review from Morgiana S (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We're glad we found such a nice nursery for our 1-year-old daughter. She does fun activities and learns every day and we are always updated on everything she does. The staff is very professional and they serve healthy homemade food. We definitely recommend it, we know our daughter is in good hands.
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Review from Andrew F (Father of Child) published on 21 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended the nursery since May 2024 and he is so happy there. The main staff in the Nest do a brilliant job. They are informative at collection and ensure that me and my wife are kept up to date with anything we need to know. Our son goes three days a week and just having the reassurance
he is well cared for is paramount. Thank you to all the staff for being so good!
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Review from Emma F (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lower Earley Day Nursery is a fabulous place. My son has been going since May and is very happy and settled there. He enjoys all activities, likes all the staff and generally has a brilliant time. The staff are very informative and will always tell me how his day has been and how he's eaten/slept/played.
The staff in the nest are a credit to the Nursery and work extremely hard to keep children happy, focused and learning. They've played a huge part in my son's development and character.
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Review from B D (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl has been at Yellow Brick Nursery for nearly a year now. Joined when was 1 year old. The staff are extremely friendly and very supportive. Especially as our daughter has been suffering from eczema. The staff have been very good at communicating between each other and in following her
dietary requirements as she is dairy and gluten-free at the moment.
I really feel that they care for the kids there. Every time we pick her up she is very happy and we can see on a weekly basis how much she is improving socially and emotionally.
They are helping our daughter with all the daily routines like washing hands, potty training, eating on their own etc.
Overall we can see a huge difference in our daughter since she has attended. I would definitely recommend them!
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Review from Maria N (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has attended this nursery since he was 13 months old and he is now over 2 and a half. Whilst it has had many changes of staff in that time, I feel as though the standard of care has always been exceptional. He absolutely loves going to nursery and his vocabulary and communication skills have
improved so much! He comes home with all sorts of stories and a huge smile on his face. Particular mention to two members of staff who have recently come in to manage the nursery - they are natural and warm practitioners with so much experience and always put our minds at ease as first-time parents. They've dealt with conversations around behaviour and given feedback in the most professional and reassuring way - we could not ask for more. Thank you to everyone at Lower Earley for helping us raise our son!
Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you so very much for your lovely review. Your child brings a smile to our faces with his comments. He is a joy to have at the nursery. Many thanks again.
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Review from Adrian P (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter improved her communication, social and all together skills since she joined the nursery.
It’s not an easy investment for us but it’s definitely worth it as it’s also absolutely necessary for the growth and the proper development of a child.
In my opinion.
Hats off to the teachers.
Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Many thanks for your review. It's a joy having your daughter in the nursery.
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Review from Veronika B (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was terrified of getting my daughter in nursery but she settled really well. Very friendly staff, everything provided from nappies to food. My daughter coming home happy and clean. They do lots of interesting activities and my daughter learning a lot, she started to speak better as well. They take
them out in the garden, using an app where everything I need to know is, including pictures. I'm really happy with them and the most important thing for me is to know that she's happy.
Reply from Jane Ives, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Many thanks for your review. It's a joy to have your daughter in the nursery.
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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff here is very nice. My boy joined the nursery in May, the staff here helps him self develop, from crying everyday (at least 2 weeks) to become enter the nursery with big smile!
Great appreciate the effort and patient from the staff.
Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your kind words, myself and the team take great pride in what we do. We enjoy engaging with the children and teaching them everyday.
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Review from Douglas L (Father of Child) published on 5 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery since the start of the year and it has been a fantastic experience. Staff are friendly, kind, and willing to work with any problems we've had such as dietary issues - it's been so great to see him enjoying himself with his peers after such a quiet, Covid-filled
start to life before he started nursery.
The location is wonderful and it's so nice to see all the kids in a proper garden, and being next to the park means it's just a nice place to be compared to most other nursery locations. Like all parents we were quite nervous to have to go back to work but he always has a smile on his face at the end of the day.
Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your kind words, we are always looking for ways to improve what we do.
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Review from Alicia B (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous nursery, my daughter thoroughly enjoys every day she’s there. Her confidence has grown massively since starting nursery. The staff are very knowledgeable and supportive of the children and will do anything they need to to make the children comfortable and happy.
My daughter has learnt so
much since starting in January, and we are looking forward to carrying on her education next year.
Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your review, we take great pride in what we do and love seeing the children grow and flourish.
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Review from Courtney P (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started in July. She’s currently 23 months old and I was so so nervous about her starting Nursery! She runs in really excited to start her day there and I always pick her up with big smiles and a happy girl. I can tell she loves it and she gets excited to go.
Her diet requirements haven’t
been an issue at all and she’s eating and drinking so well and developing a lot since she started. There are really good routines within the nursery which fit perfectly around my daughter and from what I’ve experienced, she hasn’t had one upset day! The manager is really accommodating and helpful, and the staff in my daughter's nursery are so kind and informative about her day. My daughter loves the outside and I love how much they get to play out in the garden and I love the activities.
The Family app and how constant the updates are is really good! I love knowing what she’s eaten, how much she’s had to eat and drink and the pictures throughout her day! Definitely recommend.
Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your review, we take great pride in what we help the children to achieve.
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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Could not recommend Lower Earley Day Nursery enough. My daughter struggled to settle to begin with and the staff went above and beyond to help her transition. Nothing is ever too much for them, they are all so lovely and are so personable. They know my daughter so well and are great are communicating
her development milestones and areas for progress. Really reassuring for me as a working mum. They provide a wide range of activities and my daughter thoroughly enjoys them all.
Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your review, we are here to help all families as much as we can and enjoy seeing the children settle and grow as a person.
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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good nursery. All the staff are very friendly and professional. They are very good with allergies. Lots of activities to keep the children entertained. Lots of story times and different lessons to learn. Would definitely recommend this nursery.
Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your review, we take great pride in what we do and look forward to feedback from parents so we can improve.
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Review from Irina A (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the staff at this nursery. They are involved and they know your child on a personal level. They are always happy to help and accommodate any needs you may have. Our daughter is happy and comfortable in nursery and enjoys spending time with the staff and the children here. We can
definitely see progress in her development.


Thank you!

Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your review, we take great pride in what we do and we all have a passion to work with children and see them grow.
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dedicated bunch of staff with the manager leading from the top. They are an organised team diligently working to address parent concerns and working with children on all development areas. I was left impressed with their sincerity and meticulous approach.
Reply from Michelle Bradley, Manager at Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)
Thank you for your review
We take great pride in what we do.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.611)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.611) out of 10 for Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.861 for Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) is calculated as follows: ( (126 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.861
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.75 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) is based on 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 80 number of registered child places is 16. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 16 = 0.75
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House)

What is the Age Range of Children that Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) accepts?

Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) Open?

Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) have capacity for?

Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) has capacity for a total of 80 Children.

How far is Lower Earley Day Nursery (Yellow Brick House) to the centre of Reading?

2.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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