Jubilee Gems

Ark House, School Road, Padworth, Reading RG7 4JA
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  • Jubilee Gems, Reading
Jubilee Gems is a term-time nursery and is owned by the operators Jubilee Day Nursery and located in the beautiful Berkshire countryside between Reading, Newbury and Basingstoke.

The nursery offers an exciting range of learning opportunities for children aged between two and five years and has age and stage appropriate facilities both indoors and out, including messy and sensory areas and outdoor balance beams.

A large garden, farmland and private woodland allow children to explore, learn and grow in a safe and stimulating environment.

Healthy and nutritious meals are prepared on a daily basis and are produced from fresh, local produce.

Qualified, experienced and professional staff ensure they provide rich learning opportunities for their key children, whilst providing high-quality care.

Jubilee Gems are able to offer free Government funded places for eligible two year olds and transport if required, as well as free entitlement for three and four year olds.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sian Caine (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Available on request

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

  • West Berkshire School Holidays

Jubilee Gems Reviews (104)

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Jubilee Gems has a Review Score of 10 (9.957) out of 10, based on 47 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Jubilee Gems has 104 reviews.

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Review from N T (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is superb at caring for children with care/activities and updates. Couldn’t recommend them enough. The staff are so friendly and they are always willing to help my child with confidence and development.
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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot rate this nursery highly enough. They are fantastic. They do so much with the children. From arts and crafts, dancing and singing to outdoor activities all year round. I love all the outdoor learning they do and my little boy gets to experience so much and has come on hugely. Their ethos and
curriculum is brilliant. Communication is good, healthy and varied meals and great imaginative things set up for them to do. The staff are amazing, my little boy adores them all and I trust them fully, which is a massive thing for us as our son has communication difficulties.
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Review from N J (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't praise Jubilee Gems enough. My child has some quite complex needs and all the staff stepped up and have made the transition from home to nursery seamless. It is such a happy and positive environment. Children are encouraged to explore, learn and have fun whether they are indoors, in the garden
or visiting the woods and farm. I often wish I could stay for the day and join in!
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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What an amazing nursery! The staff are caring and attentive and know the children exceptionally well. The day-to-day activities are varied and engaging. Having moved from another setting my daughter settled quickly and is always happy to go in and talk about her day when she gets home. Thank you Jubilee
Gems!
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Review from Adam S (Father of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have been attending Jubilee Gems now for a number of months and the care they receive has been amazing. They always do fun activities whether that be at the nursery itself or their offsite woods. It is clear to see the learnings they are gaining and experiences they are making which
they love to inform me about at pick-up time. I could highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking as my kids love it!
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Review from Emily N (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not be happier with Jubilee Gems. My daughter has settled in so well. She has only been there for 5 months and her speech and skills have progressed hugely already. The daily activities they take part in are educational and engaging, and they are provided with lovely nutritious food. The updates/pictures
on the app are really helpful - I am always checking updates at work!
The staff are amazing. They are always really welcoming and friendly, even at the end of a very long day!! The events the nursery puts on are great too. The curriculum looks varied and they even take them on little trips to the farm. I look forward to seeing what my daughter gets up to over the next few years. I feel so happy we went with Gems and would highly recommend it to anyone!
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Review from Louise R (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We send our sincerest thank you to the staff of Jubilee Gems during our first term with you. My daughter’s confidence has come on in leaps and bounds thanks to the ever-caring staff. The nursery has a wonderful outdoor setting which my daughter loves. She is the third generation of our family to attend
here!
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Review from Lee H (Father of Child) published on 20 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Jubilee Gems are absolutely wonderful. My children love attending here. They learn and experience so much and we have enjoyed watching them grow in confidence since they started. This month I got to attend a Daddy and Doughnuts event for Father’s Day which was wonderful to be a part of.
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Review from Kirsten B (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can’t recommend enough, the best nursery around. My son has been with Jubilee Gems since he was 1 year old and has loved every class throughout. He is about to leave to start school which is really sad for us all, but we will be back for Jubilee Jets in the Summer / Half terms.
Thank you so much
for all the love and support you’ve given him.
My only regret is not having my eldest there (as we didn’t live near the area at the time)! I really wish he could have been able to experience all you do with them.
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Review from K N (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Jubliee Gems from roughly 8 months old; she has progressed through all of the rooms to pre-school. The staff have been fantastic throughout her progression, assisting with milestones and offering great advice and insight as needed, going above and beyond. Jubilee Gems has always
been flexible to suit our family needs with their ad-hoc booking system and school holiday cover, meaning we didn't have to pay for childcare when it wasn't needed but still had the flexibility to add additional hours, which I have found invaluable running a small business. The setting is great, and the children benefit from all of the outdoor activities within the Jubilee nurseries all year round, including a big field, and trips to the farm and forest school, which she absolutely loves. My daughter looks forward to attending and is progressing very well with learning, she really enjoys her time there, and she's always happy when I pick her up with lots of stories to tell about her day.
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Review from Fern M (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Jubilee Gems is a first-class nursery. The staff make it! They are so caring and genuinely love the children they are looking after. The management team do their very best to be as flexible and helpful as possible - often helping me out massively. The fact you can book in 15-minute increments is fantastic,
and also with it being term time but having the option of continuing through the holiday - brilliant! Can't get more flexible than that. I think when a child is happy and secure, this will show in eating and naps. Our daughter has thrived at the nursery after starting at only four months old. We feel the staff are a huge part of the reason she is such a happy/content child. Never any tears at drop off, just a massive smile and reaching out for a cuddle from the room practitioners. The app they use for communication is incredible and constantly updated, which makes me feel so much better. They also were fantastic at supporting me with using pumped breast milk to continue breastfeeding.
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Review from Emily E (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Jubilee Gems is a fantastic nursery!
Our little one adores attending nursery. The outdoor area, engaging displays and range of exploratory toys are a small factor in how brilliant this nursery is. They provide a nutritious menu throughout the day and inform parents of what has been eaten and the amount
through the app. In addition to this, we receive daily updates of what our little one’s day at nursery looks like as well as pictures, and we are able to request additional care or message any staff through the app.
The staff at Jubilee Gems go above and beyond to ensure that your little one feels settled, safe and ultimately happy. They always make time to chat through the day or answer any queries.
One of the best decisions we have ever made was sending our little one here - I would highly recommend!
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Review from Ruth B (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is truly a magical place! Having recently moved to Jubilee Gems from another setting, we have been nothing but thrilled at the care our son is receiving. The thought and care that goes into the curriculum at pre-school are second to none. The staff are wonderful, and their attention to
detail in terms of how they communicate with the children and parents alike is appreciated. The surroundings are beautiful, and any child would be lucky to attend this nursery!
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Review from Georgina H (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is the best nursery in the area. All the girls are just so lovely, friendly, and so attentive all the time. My son is 17 months and started at 12 months. Lots of lovely outdoor areas and toys for them to explore. The food is healthy and delicious. My son usually eats most things. It’s just
so easy dropping and collecting when you’re a busy working mum knowing they are going to have a fun day without you. The app is so handy too for information and contacting staff.
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We cannot recommend this nursery and every single member of the staff, who are just incredible. Our son has come on leaps and bounds and is achieving things we never dreamt of.
We actually have just to cut a UK holiday slightly short as he was missing his room, practitioners and friends in Emeralds
so much (despite being thoroughly spoilt with the best treat days out!).
The facilities and outdoor space are fantastic, and we couldn’t want for more.
Thank you for sharing, supporting and nurturing our wonderful son.
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Review from G M (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kind, friendly and knowledgeable staff with a varied activities schedule in a beautiful setting. We love it and will be staying from babe to pre-school and then onto holiday club! Thank you to all for your care.
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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 12 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter was due to start prior to Covid lockdown two, but we had to shield. She has many health conditions and developmental delays. The staff at Jubilee Gems have been so supportive from day one, allowing her to access when she can and supporting her through her development.
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Review from Jen W (Mother of Child) published on 12 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We feel so fortunate to have found Jubilee Gems and would recommend it highly. We have two children who have been through Gems, and they have loved it every day. The staff are incredible and genuinely care about all the children. The children get to spend so much time outdoors and are always busy doing
and learning new things. Our children have made such good friends at Gems, and we are going to miss the team so much.
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Review from Laura N (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so pleased with the care our son receives at Jubilee Gems. The outdoor space is fantastic, and we love the access to the garden, mud kitchen and farm animals. The practitioners know our son so well, giving daily updates and thorough written reports, as well as parents open afternoons. All staff
are friendly, welcoming and understanding. There is no request that has been too much, everything is always met with a smile and willingness to do the best for the children. The menu is varied and there is a focus on healthy eating with lots of fruit and vegetables. Would highly recommend.
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Review from Zoë W (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have only been part of the Jubilee Gems family for a couple of months but even in such a short amount of time, we have been seriously impressed with many different aspects of Jubilee Gems. Communication from the staff team is exemplary; from big picture curriculum planning to the smallest day-to-day
details. We feel kept in the loop at all times and confident we know how our daughter is getting on. The care the children receive at Jubilee Gems is outstanding. Learning and activities are very much child-led and it amazes me how many ideas the team have to help the children extend their play and explore more in depth. The resources and provisions made available at Jubilee Gems are of excellent standards and a lot of thought goes into every aspect of every day; from the food that is prepared and eaten to the lengthy sessions the children have outdoors in a variety of environments. We are very happy to be a part of the Jubilee Gems family.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.957)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.957) out of 10 for Jubilee Gems 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 47 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 47 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 4.957 for Jubilee Gems is calculated as follows: ( (539 Excellents x 5) + (24 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 563 Ratings = 4.957
  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 Jubilee Gems is based on 47 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 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 47 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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Meet the Team (6)

Sian

Sian Caine

Job Title: Overall Manager and Safeguarding Lead Joined: 2003

Having only ever worked within the Early Years Sector, I have many years of experience working with children and see my vocation as a real privilege. My 20-year career at Jubilee has seen me progress from a nursery nurse to the position I am proud to hold today.


I am proud to lead a highly skilled and enthusiastic team of early-year practitioners who provide high-quality teaching and deliver a vast range of learning experiences. I have a passion for guiding and training the team to achieve great things for all the children in our care.


Over the years, I have had inspiration from many different learning approaches which have been embedded into our Early Years Curriculum, recently achieving an ‘Outstanding’ result from our latest Ofsted inspection at one of our Jubilee sites!


I feel honoured that parents give Jubilee Daycare the opportunity to care for their children and as a team, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional learning opportunities and unique Early Years experiences.

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Ashton Collins

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2018

- Deputy Safeguarding Lead
- Level 3 Practitioner
- SENCo

Laura

Laura Cadmore

Job Title: Early Years Development Manager Joined: 2019

- Deputy Safeguarding Lead
- Early Years Teacher (EYP)

Sam

Sam Ross

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2008

- Deputy Safeguarding Lead
- Level 3 Practitioner

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Paula Vickers

Job Title: Forest School Lead Joined: 2012

Paula has been a part of Jubilee for many years working across the different age ranges and across both sites.


She has always held a passion for being outdoors and creating ambitious learning opportunities through her forest school sessions. Paula is our Level 3 qualified Forest School Leader, and she carefully follows the unique and carefully created forest school aspect of our Jubilee Gems Curriculum, making this a strong element of our preschool practice. Despite the British weather, Paula embraces the woods daily where she develops the children’s resiliency, independence and problem-solving whilst also developing the children’s knowledge of woodland growth, flowers, trees, birds and wildlife. In addition to this the children also develop and use the skills to whittle sticks, den build and toast marshmallows on the campfire. Paula works with the rest of the team to ensure a consistent approach to the children being forest school-ready.

Elisha

Elisha Jackson

Job Title: Jets Holiday Club Coordinator Joined: 2013

I have worked at Jubilee Gems for over 10 years and in this time, I have gained a wealth of experience and knowledge across all age ranges, including our out-of-school care, Jubilee Jets. My love of the variety that working with older children brings means that every day is different and unique. As the Jubilee Jets Leader, I ensure a wide range of activities are offered to the children and these include making pizzas and toasting marshmallows at our dedicated woodlands, having our Jets Bake Off and our much loved ‘Jets Got Talent.’ My team and I ensure there is a balance of creativity, imagination and exploration whilst encouraging socialisation. Watching friendships form over the holidays is the highlight of leading Jubilee Jets.

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