Nursery at St Gabriel's

St Gabriel's, Sandleford Priory, Newbury RG20 9BD
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The Nursery lies at the heart of St Gabriel’s and provides high-quality nursery care and Early Years education for children aged 6 months to 4 years. Open across 50 weeks a year and with an extended day, the Nursery has a warm and homely atmosphere where children become happy, confident and independent learners. As a natural progression, most of St Gabriel's Nursery children continue into the Reception class of the Junior School.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • The St Gabriel's Schools Foundation
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in Charge

  • Katie Noonan (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Registered Charity Number

  • 1062748

Total Places for Children

  • 81

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Nursery: Full Time (50 weeks a year).


    Days Attended 1 to 4 - Daily Rate £70.80.
    Days Attended 5 - Daily Rate £63.50.


    Nursery: Term Time Only (Approximately 34 weeks).


    Days Attended 1 to 4 - Daily Rate £74.20.
    Days attended 5 - Daily Rate £67.10.

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

  • Christmas & 1 week in the Summer

Parking

  • St Gabriel's School has a large car park adjacent to the Nursery.

Nursery at St Gabriel's Reviews (158)

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Nursery at St Gabriel's has a Review Score of 10 (9.950) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nursery at St Gabriel's has 158 reviews.

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Review from Malcolm C (Father of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Super impressed with how easy the St Gabriels team have made the first few weeks of nursery for our daughter. The team have worked hard to acclimatise her into the new environment, working with us to continue her schedule whilst in the nursery and carefully adhering to dietary requirements due to allergies.
We appreciate the frequent updates via the app throughout the day to keep parents posted on all important activities, nappies and naps.
Am sure there will be a few bumps in the road, but as we enter the 2nd month, we have avoided tearful goodbyes during drop-off, which we take as a great sign and can see our little girl gaining confidence and new skills on a weekly basis thanks to the teaching staff in the nursery.


Some of the items options I have marked as good are purely due to be not being able to answer due to Covid preventing entrance into the nursery.

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Review from N X (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good. The cares really care for my child. My daughter always saying she is so lucky to go to nursery there. We love the outside play area as well. The food is very good as well. Super nursery in all areas.
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Review from Kelli H (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started the nursery in April 2021, making the change from his past setting to Sandleford was a difficult choice to make. I didn’t need to worry. The team are amazing and really care for the children. I have already seen a difference in his learning, and it amazes me how they can make every day
different and help him to learn through play. I have a very happy son, and I want to thank everyone at Sandleford Nursery for truly being outstanding.
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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started going to Sandleford nursery when she was 18-months-old. She has been through the baby room, toddler room and preschool. I must say my daughter is so happy and loves to go to Sandleford nursery. We are very happy with the kind of service they provide. As a mom, leaving my daughter
first time in the hands of someone else care, initially I was so worried... but to be honest, Sandleford has taken that fear out of me. They look after little ones so well that I can work peacefully. During the pandemic time, how they managed children and other things is very much appreciable. The settings have a lot of open space and woods for children to explore - which is not common elsewhere. The early education they provide is also so creative and excellent. They work together with parents for the child’s overall development. Though it’s 30 minutes drive for me, I am very much happy to send her to Sandleford nursery.
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Review from Lissa L (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Sandleford, St Gabriels for five months and is so happy. All the staff made him very welcome and settled very quickly. They are always doing fun, learning activities and his vocabulary has really developed. They treat every child as an individual which is very important. The
outside space is a real advantage. I love having the app which keeps me informed on his day.
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Review from Jennifer H (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has only recently started nursery and the staff at Sandleford have been fantastic. Despite the current climate they have done everything to ensure she is transitioned and supported through this. They have provided regular updates, holistically thinking of the child and her needs, demonstrating
their caring attributes and knowledge. The staff appear approachable and happy to assist with any questions. My daughter appears very happy, thank you.
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Review from Daniel P (Father of Child) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely caring nursery which promotes learning and growth. Beautiful setting which the children regularly get to explore. They help to nurture happy and confident children. Children benefit from exposure to the wider school with classes in dance and P.E.
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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience of Sandleford, St Gabriels has been overwhelmingly positive. Our son started there a month ago and has settled in far better and more quickly than we ever thought he would, given he's a lockdown baby. This is really down to the incredibly helpful and caring staff who take a genuine interest
in his development and well-being. The app the nursery use is a lifeline and gives us real time updates during the day, we get to see a snapshot of him participating in a range of activities and feedback on his progress against the Early Years Foundation Stage levels. The feedback from his focus week was extremely informative and addressed the areas we raised. The management team have been very flexible and accommodated our individual needs.
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Review from Katie G (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one has been going here since he was one year old. I would not send him anywhere else. They exceeded my expectations and outshone all the other nurseries in the area. The nursery team are exceptional and you feel that you and your little one are an individual not a number. Throughout the Covid-19
mayhem, they are been exemplary, keeping us all safe whilst helping my little one to grow. His key worker is second to none and both the manager and assistant manager take the time to support us and the team. They all really do feel part of the family. The grounds are great, the facilities are very extensive and lots of play, art and activities are available for our little ones to enjoy. The updates throughout the day on what he has eaten and observations are lovely and gives you an insight to actually how happy my little one is there. I would recommend getting on the waiting list sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment.
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Review from Rebecca P (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sandleford is a lovely nursery. My son loves it there in the preschool room and settled quickly. He loves all the activities, and the staff really take the time to learn what he likes to do. I love all the updates and photos we get throughout the day, and everything is very well organised.
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Review from Sarah A (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter adores going to Sandleford and has made great friends there with peers and staff alike. Staff are very supportive, and the range of activities is excellent, with clear development in phonics, in particular. They also really know how to celebrate and have fun.
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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter moved here from another nursery, and it is great to see how much happier she is. The staff are great and approachable; they have really helped her come out of her shell, which is a delight to see. The outside space around the school is lovely, and there is plenty to keep them busy inside
the nursery. I really wish we had moved her here sooner!
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Review from Jane H (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to Sandleford Nursery. She enjoys a variety of activities throughout the day, is very well cared for, and is always happy. I would have no hesitation in recommending this nursery.
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery. Really get the time to know your child and appreciate their individual personality. My daughter loves it, she is always busy with loads of different activities. I am so, so happy with them, we made the right choice!
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Review from Clare S (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sons love going to Sandleford. They both thrive and amaze us with how much they absorb. The outside play and being able to walk out around the grounds are favourite activities. The staff are cheerful and friendly, so I am reassured, they are well looked after.
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Review from Shelly H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been part of the Sandleford family since November 2020. We cannot be happier with the welcome and safe, gentle introduction that our daughter experienced. Having been a lockdown baby, it was not going to be an easy transition, but the staff at Sandleford have been fantastic. Not only
being supportive, flexible and communicative with us, but they also have super considerate with our daughter. The staff very much have a personalised approach to care, it certainly isn't one size fits all!
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Review from John S (Father of Child) published on 29 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and setting are first-class. My daughter was very shy when she started, but the staff have helped her build confidence and come out of her shell. The range of activities is diverse, and she adores it.
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Review from C P (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter moved from another nursery and has settled in very well thanks to the help and support from the Sandleford team. Their care and attention are second to none, and they have been particularly helpful in assisting her to get 'school ready'. The facilities are fantastic, and she particularly
enjoys their free-flow outside area, which ensures that she gets fresh air whatever the weather and the forest walks in their beautiful grounds.
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Review from Jo L (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very welcoming and make my daughters time at nursery safe and stimulating. She does lots of new activities and spends lots of time outside, which is fantastic for her. Staff interact well with all the children and spends time to get to know them well. Each child has a key worker, however,
all know the child well.
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Review from Kerry B (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery with a lot of attention to detail and care for the children. I love getting the updates throughout the day whilst I’m at work, it lets me know what my son is doing and that he’s enjoying himself. My son loves playing outside and exploring the woods and walks to the lake and all of the
extra classes that Sandleford offer.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.950)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.950) out of 10 for Nursery at St Gabriel's is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.950 for Nursery at St Gabriel's is calculated as follows: ( (283 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 298 Ratings = 4.95
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Nursery at St Gabriel's is based on 25 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 81 number of registered child places is 16.2, which has been reached with 25 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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