Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School

Almners Priory, Almners Road, Lyne, Chertsey KT16 0BH
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9.8 235 Reviews
  • Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School, Chertsey
Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School provides an exceptional environment and a wonderful quality of care and development for babies and young children from three months up to five years of age. It is their aim to ensure that children 'graduate' to Big School having grown into confident, caring, independent people who are prepared in every way for the next stage of life's learning journey.

Rainbow children enjoy five acres of gardens including nine well-equipped, enclosed, all-weather playgrounds, their own animal sanctuary, galleon, Teletubby hill, allotments, and a children's maze. They also have a double-decker bus, a farm classroom and Forest School sessions are run everyday whatever the weather.

A highly qualified team of staff draw upon a huge range of knowledge, experience and resources to ensure that the children get the maximum learning and development out of enjoying themselves, playing and having fun.

Visit them to see how they can satisfy your childcare needs.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Alison & Mark Watson
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Gemma Chitty (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 55

Total Places for Children

  • 224

Age Range

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

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • Lots of on-site parking available

Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (235)

9.8

Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.828) out of 10, based on 40 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School has 235 reviews.

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Review from Rosy M (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Rainbow nursery is always friendly and helpful when the office is contacted.


The class staff are amazing. They love the children and the children love them. They know the children well and encourage them to try and do new things. I know my child feels safe and comfortable and trusts their key

worker and all class staff. He has been challenged to learn and try new things physically.


An amazing team who do their best for the children in their care.

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Review from Kirsten L (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love this place!
Both of my children have been to this nursery over the last 7 years.
The key workers are so caring and enthusiastic and always ready with a cuddle if needed.
The space the children have is so vast and varied (allotments, play areas, sandpit, maze and farm!)
We honestly couldn’t
ask for a better place for our children to be!
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Review from Chenelle B (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has settled very well into the Pre-School. The aunties are very attentive and support his individual development. I am very happy with the school and especially love the outdoor facilities.
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Review from Paul F (Father of Child) published on 11 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Rainbow for 2 years now and it’s a fabulous place. The teachers are amazing and the variation in play and teaching is great. The facilities are fantastic with lots of outside space and play facilities. Highly recommend.
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Review from Amanda G (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended Rainbow Nursery and we have been really happy with the care they’ve received.
The staff at Rainbow are fantastic and they ensure that the children are happy and have a range of experiences.
The grounds are a real plus - there is so much to do outside and the staff
really make the most of this.
My daughter is totally ready to start school in September, thanks to the excellent learning she’s done at Rainbow.
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Review from Lia P (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff is amazing. Caring and extremely well trained and helpful. My daughter loves all her teachers. They helped her so much to settle in. She is full time and she has grown up so much the past months and I believe it is also due to the nursery staff. Highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Charmian B (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Rainbow for 2 and a half years and we are delighted with the quality of care she receives and the development she has shown in her time there. She loves going to nursery and I cannot rate the staff highly enough, they are absolutely fantastic. The nursery itself is set in beautiful
grounds giving the children so much space to go outside every day and explore. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rainbow.
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Review from Kate R (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been at Rainbow Nursery for 6 months and adores it. The nursery facilities are fantastic and the team leader and the team in Tulips take great care of him. The activities keep him stimulated, he loves messy play, visiting the farm and exploring the grounds.
The nursery staff have the balance
right between keeping the children safe but also allowing them to be independent and push the boundaries. There appears to be a low staff turnover so there is continuity of care. I am so glad that we decided to send him to Rainbow.
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Review from Vicki G (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started here in April when she was 8 months old and she loves it! The room is large and spacious, the grounds substantial and the carers amazing. As I am sure many parents are, I was worried she would not settle in but she did so incredibly quickly thanks to the team. They've really helped
with her routine.


She loves the food she is given too. The menu is varied and includes plenty of fruit.


The team have really encouraged her development. This can be seen with her comprehension as well as her motor skills.

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Review from Catia M (Mother of Child) published on 7 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Rainbow Nursery is an outstanding nursery. My little girl was not thriving in her previous setting and was growing increasingly unhappy. As soon as we moved her to Rainbow, we saw a different child. She settled in very quickly and all the staff went out of their way to provide her with activities that
she was most interested in while also stimulating her to broaden her interests.
I am truly confident that she is loved, well cared for and expertly guided. In my 14 years as a parent and 24 as an auntie, I have never seen such a loving and stimulating environment as what you will find at Rainbow. The outdoor facilities are outstanding and the children have the chance to really run around and experience different colours, smells and textures in a safe environment. Indoors, it is a pleasure to see children cleaning up after themselves and helping each other at such a young age. Children are not kept in a room all day. They go outside most days and go to the kitchen for cooking activities.
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Review from Anchal B (Mother of Child) published on 29 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. We joined from recommendation and have enjoyed every moment of it. We are sad that only one year is left! Cygnets are the most amazing team. The lady in Birds is the most loving and is fantastic at keeping the children happy. Management is so well organised and make an effort to remember
you, giving the nursery a personal touch!
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Review from Olivia (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our two daughters both spent around two years in Rainbow Nursery. They have been in different classrooms and most of the carers are very friendly and caring. The management team is very helpful and works efficiently. What my children love the most is its outside space, including big play areas and farm
with lots of animals. Inevitably they often got messy but they had great fun.
Through their stay they have made good relationships with the key carers and learned sharing with friends, taking turns, caring for others, being more independent and getting ready for big school. A huge thank you to all at Rainbow Nursery for your great help! We will miss you so much!
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Review from Giles M (Father of Child) published on 17 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been so pleased with Rainbow. Staff treat children as their own, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming and our daughter has developed in character throughout her time there. Rainbow is a truly exceptional nursery.
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Review from Taran P (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Extremely happy with this nursery. My twin boys developed wonderfully here. The activities and events organised are very impressive and stimulating for the children. The nursery was so supportive of my very hectic work schedule, always accommodating for extra sessions at unexpected and short notice.
Staff are all very professional, approachable and caring.
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Review from Chanel R (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The fantastic nursery that my little boy absolutely loves so much.
There is not a day that goes by that he asks “can I go to school?“
Rainbow focuses on every aspect of my child’s needs and developments and I couldn’t recommend Rainbow more.
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Review from Felicity M (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Rainbow. It is a well-run nursery with lovely staff who really care for our daughter when she is there. We particularly like the emphasis on spending time outdoors in the huge grounds, going on walks and interacting with all of the animals.
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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn’t recommend Rainbow enough! My daughter is there all day and still never wants to come home as she’s having so much fun. I think that says it all.
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Review from Sara W (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has thrived since she joined this nursery. All of the staff we have encountered over the last 18 months have been lovely and our daughter is very settled at Rainbow and always goes into nursery and comes home very happy.
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Review from Sharon K (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter, now 15 months, has been attending since she was 10 months. I can't believe how quickly she has settled in here, she has so much fun and is already making little friends. She is so well cared for and it's a joy to see how she is developing in so many areas, all with the support of her carers
and especially the attention from her key carers, all of whom she has formed such lovely bonds with.
The nursery itself is well managed and communication is excellent. Parents are informed weekly, of exactly what their children will be learning. There is a varied food menu and it is made freshly each day. Not to forget the beautiful grounds, which the children are often taken to explore.
Overall, we are so pleased with the progress our little one is making and the support we receive as parents. It's been a great decision for us all.
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Review from Suvarna M (Mother of Child) published on 13 December 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very happy with Rainbow staff and facilities. Everyone is very friendly, always sharing a smile and that’s what my little one needs! As a first time to nursery environment, I felt bit uneasy, but my little one liked it within a week. As soon as she sees her carer she goes with smile and hug. She enjoys
outside most of the day and this is the perfect place for it. She loves animals and going to the farm is one of her favourite activities. They always aim to encourage and bring out the best in her. We are happy that we chose this nursery! Thank you!
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.828)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.828) out of 10 for Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School 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 40 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 40 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 4.935 for Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (452 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 479 Ratings = 4.935
  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 4.893 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Rainbow Day Nursery & Pre-School is based on 40 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 224 number of registered child places is 44.8. 40 Positive Reviews ÷ 44.8 = 0.893
  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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