Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside

Hillside Primary School, Rushey Way, Lower Earley, Reading RG6 4HQ
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9.0 4 Reviews
  • Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside, Reading
Our Den is a cosy standalone setting based in the grounds of Hillside Primary School, a short walk away from sister setting Lower Earley Day Nursery across Chalfont Park and near to the Asda superstore.

This nursery is open term-time only, for 38 weeks of the year.

Funding & Fees

We offer spaces as a daytime ( 8am - 16.00pm) standard day (8 am to 17.30 pm) or Funded only space (9am-3pm)
Please contact the nursery for updated price

Contact Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside to get a personalised quote.

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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jane Ives (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 28

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-17:30
    Tuesday 08:00-17:30
    Wednesday 08:00-17:30
    Thursday 08:00-17:30
    Friday 08:00-17:30

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside Reviews (4)

9.0

Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.047) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside has 4 reviews.

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Review from Matthew O (Father of Child) published on 19 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our Den has been a great new nursery for our child. They have been very comfortable in the environment, which has been renovated and kitted to a very high standard.
They have gained great confidence in themselves, enjoying the activities and having a great learning experience.
And I would like to
thank the staff, who have been helpful in our needs and questions and who make the nursery a welcoming and fun environment.
Reply from Margaret Hunter, Deputy Nursery Manager at Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at HillsideThank you so much for your lovely review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. Our team works hard to create a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for every child, and it means a great deal to know that this is reflected in your experience with us.
Your kind words encourage our staff and remind us why we love what we do. Thank you again for your support and trust - we look forward to continuing to care for and support your little one's growth and development.
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Review from Hayley O (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has settled in really well. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. They put on lovely activity's for the children and spend time lots of time outdoors. Receive great updates throughout the day via app, aswell as good communication at pick up and we get invited into the nursery a lot for
different occasions which is really nice. Really happy with this nursery.
Reply from Margaret Hunter, Deputy Nursery Manager at Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at HillsideThank you so much for your lovely review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. Our team works hard to create a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for every child, and it means a great deal to know that this is reflected in your experience with us.
Your kind words encourage our staff and remind us why we love what we do. Thank you again for your support and trust - we look forward to continuing to care for and support your little one's growth and development.
Kindest regards
The Our Den @ Hillside Team
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Review from B C (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter transitioned from Lower Earley to Our Den and couldn't be happier. The environment is perfect, she is thriving. All the staff are very competent and knowledgeable, they really get to know the children. Given the size of the setting, it's just like a home from home environment. Great child-staff
ratio. Communication is great, always get verbal feedback and also through the app.
They have a very varied menu which is highly nutritional.
We couldn't be happier.
Reply from Margaret Hunter, Deputy Nursery Manager at Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at HillsideThank you so much for your lovely review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. Our team works hard to create a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for every child, and it means a great deal to know that this is reflected in your experience with us.
Your kind words encourage our staff and remind us why we love what we do. Thank you again for your support and trust - we look forward to continuing to care for and support your little one's growth and development.
Kindest regards
The Our Den @ Hillside Team
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Review from Ayse Y (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very anxious at first about putting my two year old into nursery, as he has only ever been with me or close family. When I heard about this new nursery opening in September, I decided to book a tour and I instantly fell in love. The setting was spotless, modern, and filled with wonderful resources
for the children to play with & explore. The outdoor area was a huge highlight too, a large, inviting space that was perfect for my son, who loves being outside.
What truly won me over, though, were the teachers. I trust them completely. My son goes to them so naturally, as if they are part of the family, which says everything. A special shoutout to Marge, Kim & all the other teachers for being absolutely amazing with him. They keep me updated throughout the day & regularly upload photos on the app so I can see what he's doing. He has learned so much already thanks to their care and dedication. I can't recommend this nursery highly enough. It has been such a positive experience for us.
Reply from Margaret Hunter, Deputy Nursery Manager at Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at HillsideThank you so much for your lovely review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. Our team works hard to create a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for every child, and it means a great deal to know that this is reflected in your experience with us.
Your kind words encourage our staff and remind us why we love what we do. Thank you again for your support and trust - we look forward to continuing to care for and support your little one's growth and development.
Kindest regards
The Our Den @ Hillside Team
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Current Review Score: 9.0 (9.047)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (9.047) out of 10 for Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside 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 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.1 out of 5 from 4 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 4.958 for Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside is calculated as follows: ( (46 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 48 Ratings = 4.958
  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 4.089 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside is based on 4 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.375
    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 28 number of registered child places is 5.6. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 5.6 = 0.714
  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.

Child Vacancies

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Meet the Team (4)

Margaret

Margaret

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Joined: 2017

Margaret has been a valued member of the Complete Childcare team for eight years and is well known for her enthusiasm for hands-on, messy play. From paint and glitter to sensory activities, she loves creating engaging, interactive learning experiences for children.


She says, “I’ve always had a special connection with babies. Supporting their early development and being part of those first milestones is incredibly rewarding. Helping little ones feel safe, loved, and confident is at the heart of what I do.”


Whether supporting colleagues, working with families, or creating a warm, stimulating environment, Margaret brings dedication, expertise, and genuine care to her role. She is Level 3 Qualified, holds a Level 3 SEND qualification, and has completed DSL and safeguarding training.

Sally

Sally

Job Title: Qualified teacher Status Joined: 2025

Sally brings 29 years of experience working with children and holds Qualified Teacher Status. She will lead our literacy sessions, supporting early language development through stories, songs, and movement. She has a particular passion for working with our youngest children.


Sally is fully trained in First Aid and Safeguarding, ensuring high standards of care and safety within our setting.

Kim-Jodene

Kim-Jodene

Job Title: Level 3 Qualified Joined: 2025

Kim-Jodene has 14 years of experience in early years education and a strong commitment to supporting children’s development, particularly during the rapid stages of infancy. She is dedicated to nurturing each child’s individual journey and helping them reach their full potential.


Kim-Jodene is SENDCo trained, providing specialised knowledge to support children with additional needs, and is fully trained in Safeguarding and First Aid, ensuring high standards of safety and inclusive practice across our setting.

Keeli

Keeli

Job Title: Level 4 Qualified Joined: 2025

Keeli has over 13 years of experience working with children, young people, and families, bringing extensive knowledge and a strong commitment to early development. She particularly values supporting babies as they grow, learn, and reach new milestones.


Keeli plays a key role within our safeguarding structure and serves as a Duty Safeguarding Officer, working closely with families to provide guidance and support. She is also fully trained in Safeguarding and First Aid, ensuring safe, informed, and consistent practice across our setting.

Frequently Asked Questions about Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside

What is the Age Range of Children that Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside accepts?

Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 3 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside Open?

Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside is open: Monday 08:00-17:30, Tuesday 08:00-17:30, Wednesday 08:00-17:30, Thursday 08:00-17:30, Friday 08:00-17:30.

How many Children does Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside have capacity for?

Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside has capacity for a total of 28 Children.

How far is Our Den Day Nursery & Pre-School at Hillside to the centre of Reading?

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

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