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Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery provides care for children in the Reading area.
Berkeley Gardens Gardens Day Nursery provides quality care for children between the ages of 3 months and 5 years of age.
The nursery's ethos is to create an environment where children are engaged, motivated, independent thinkers, who have a positive attitude to learning, supported by secure and respectful relationships.
The team work in close partnership with parents/carers to ensure...
Funding & Fees
Over 2's - £93 per day.
Full time discounted rate:
Under 2's - £440 per week,
Over 2's - £420 per week.
Fees were revised April 2025
Contact Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery to get a personalised quote:
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
NoGroup/Owner
- The Forbury Group of Nurseries
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Maria Hine (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 30
Total Places for Children
- 98
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday 08:00-18:00
- Tuesday 08:00-18:00
- Wednesday 08:00-18:00
- Thursday 08:00-18:00
- Friday 08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & from 2pm Christmas Eve until the first working day after New Year.
Parking
- Parking is available at the nursery.
Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery Reviews (19)
Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.937) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery has 19 reviews.
The nursery provided a welcoming environment for my son, despite him not being a native English speaker. I was impressed by the care staff who demonstrated professionalism and genuine warmth. We noticed substantial improvements in his social skills and overall development since he started attending. The nursery has created a nurturing space that has benefited him significantly. I am grateful for the positive impact it has had on my child.
Both my children have attended this nursery over the past 4 years and really enjoyed it. The whole nursery from the management, to admin to the child carers has been fantastic. My children have enjoyed the wide range of activities, outdoor time and food! I have always been happy to know my children have been well looked after, cared for and safe whilst at nursery.
A wonderful nursery. Staff provide unparalleled care. My child gets so much fun, learning and variety. Staff stay with the nursery for a long time which gives consistency and speaks to the nursery being a good employer which was important to us. I would recommend this nursery to anyone.
I'm regularly surprised and impressed with all the new skills and stories they come home with concerts, parties, sports day and French.
I sent my first child years ago and didn't hesitate to send my second child as I already knew that it was the best place for them. I feel that the parents are listened to, staff have a great attitude, facilities cater to throughout the childs growth from baby to pre school. My child had totally come out of her shell since starting a year ago.
Outside space is brilliant, activities are endless, food is good and varied. He's learnt so much and is growing more indpeendent (and opinionated!) by the day.
I currently have a my child in the nursery and he has been there since jan 2024 and my eldest child was there for 2 years before and they both love it. We are very happy with how they are treated, the activity they do, the food they are fed, the communication and community it great and we would alway recommend to friends and family
Staff is very friendly and nice, always ready to have a chat about any conserns we have.
I could not recommend this nursery more.
Thank you, all the staff, who is there for our children :)
Looking for funded nursery space for my 2yrs old twins.
They have extra weekly activities like wiggle waggle my daughter loves dancing each week and learning new routines.
The staff are great and always have time to talk if you need them it feels like a family-run nursery. They have a great outdoor space which they use as much as they can which is great for all the children to explore.
We are sad to be leaving the nursery in August to begin school but the memories and friends my daughter made in her early years have been amazing.
Would recommend to anyone to send their children here.
I have on occasion needed the nursery's help with various things and they are very accommodating.
The fact that my daughter spent very little time getting used to the nursery speaks for itself. I'm so grateful for their help, as a mother it just brings some relief knowing that I'm dropping my child to a place she loves.
The best nursery in locally.
Very well organised and managed nursary. Children all seem happy and well cared for. Good facilities inside and out and helpful staff. Never had any concerns and our child has been a happy attendee for 3 years. Very happy to recommend.
This is an exceptional nursery, taking quite fantastic care of our two children’s mental and physical development. Where there are issues with, for example, our children’s behaviour, the nursery takes significant time to explain them to us and helps us to work through them with the child. I can’t recommend us nursery highly enough. It has transformed the lives of our children.
Both our children are with Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery and they have been happy and fulfilled there from day one. Even our baby who was born in lockdown immediately took to the warm, welcoming and highly competent carers he was placed with there. The nursery have supported us with our eldest who is showing signs of autism and their care and support has made both him and us more confident. We’ve moved across town but still bring the children here because we know they will get the best care from the best people. Highly recommend.
The staff are amazing and they are very good at providing regular feedback and updates.
My son loves going to nursery, which is a huge relief in the mornings when I drop him off. He doesn’t even say goodbye to me!
Really happy with the level of care for my son at this nursery. Ever since he started he settled in really well and he enjoys going. As a parent, they have put me at ease to leave him the whole day whilst I’m at work. Highly recommended!
I rarely write reviews except something is truly exceptional or when it is the opposite. Berkeley Gardens is a brilliant nursery and extremely well managed. The staff and in-house team go above and beyond in providing a great childcare experience (I tried two other nurseries before this). I only hope they maintain the very high standard we have now come to expect. Drop offs are guilt free. Door policy with camera before opening is brilliant. The food, healthy and fresh. The fussiest eater will try. Nappies wipes included. My child's key person is truly phenomenal. Not phoney or fake nice. Toys, outdoor space are a child's dream come true. My feedback and concerns feel valued. Without looking like a paid reviewer (I'm just very demanding like most parents), if you are looking for a nursery for a very loved little one and not just any will do, then look no further. You will not regret it. One thing, it is not cheap. It is very good value (think a really good Waitrose) which is miles better than cheap.
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments Adenike, we really appreciate your feedback.
Excellent and flexible day nursery with super friendly staff. My 17 month old has been attending since January 2017 and really enjoys himself there.
I have been impressed with the range of activities he does and that he has been taught to feed himself by his key worker.
Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate you taking the time to review the Nursery.
My son attended the nursery from 2016 - March 2017 and unfortunately, due to work and future plans we had to relocate to Farnborough.
I have to say, without doubt, this is the best nursery by far and trust me when I say this because I have tried other 3 places before they had space for my son.
I just really wish I could take them with me.
The staffs are exceptionally awesome in the way they take care of the children and all the activities they filled in all week.
The morning cuddles and evening updates. Amazing place and hardworking people.
My son has learned a lot and made lots of friends that he is already missing.
Thank you for your kind comments, we really appreciate the time you have taken to write the review and we wish you and your family all the very best for the future.
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Meet the Team (1)
Maria Hine, NVQ 3, Nursery Manager, joined the Nursery team in October 2002. Maria took on the position as Nursery Manager in March 2018. Maria previously worked at our sister Nursery Forbury Gardens Day Nursery as the Deputy Manager before transferring over to Berkeley. Maria completed her Level 3 Qualification with the Nursery and worked in a variety of roles from Nursery Nurse to Room Leader to more senior positions.
Maria has a vast experience of child development and has worked in all age groups. Maria has attended a variety of training courses and has a Level 3 Diploma in Management and Leadership. Maria also works in the role of Designated Safeguarding Officer. Maria is a mum to 3 children who all attended the Nursery before starting school.
Frequently Asked Questions about Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery accepts?
Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery Open?
Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.
How many Children does Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery have capacity for?
Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 98 Children.
How far is Berkeley Gardens Day Nursery to the centre of Reading?
1.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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