Woodley Gardens Day Nursery

71 Reading Road, Woodley, Reading RG5 3AE
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  • Woodley Gardens Day Nursery, Reading
Woodley Gardens Day Nursery is a privately run day nursery, part of The Forbury Group of Nurseries. It provides full-time and part-time care for children from the age of three months to five years in Reading and the surrounding area. Children are cared for in a warm and friendly environment where they are fully supported to thrive and reach their full potential.

The stimulating setting of the nursery enables children to develop social awareness, creativity, self-expression and communication. They are encouraged to become enthusiastic, lively learners, providing a strong foundation for their transition into full-time education.

Children at Woodley Gardens day Nursery are provided with nutritious, well-balanced meals which are prepared using fresh produce. Drinking water is always available to the children throughout the day.

The team at Woodley Gardens is committed to supporting children's well-being and ensuring that every day at nursery is filled with learning and that children are offered the chance to reach their full potential.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rachel Hunter (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Under 2's - £95.50 per day,
    Over 2's - £86.00 per day.
    Full time discounted rate:
    Under 2's - £410 per week,
    Over 2's - £375 per week.

  • Please contact the nursery to find out more information about government funding available.
    Fees updated April 2025

Opening 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.

Woodley Gardens Day Nursery Reviews (10)

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Review from Alli W (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend this nursery, the staff really care about my child and know him well. They take the time to personalise his experience there and have been nothing but helpful and supportive.
It is a small nursery giving it a lovely family/community feel. They offer a variety of fun activities and
my son tells me the food is amazing!
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Review from J D (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Woodley Gardens Day Nursery is a super friendly, welcoming and caring environment for my child. I feel so comfortable dropping them and picking them up from our nursery. Knowing they are in a safe place, being cared for, educated and disciplined. The food reviews from my child are superb! The staff
are very approachable, honest and give great feedback of my child’s day.
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Review from Rachel F (Mother of Child) published on 15 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended the nursery since he was 10 months old and he is now 4! The nursery staff are lovely. The nursery carries out classes during the week which my son loves. He has made some great friends, looks forward to coming to nursery and has had a lovely experience here. I would recommend the
nursery and we will be sad to be leaving in September. Thank you all at Woodley Gardens Day Nursery for all your care and support throughout the years!
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Review from Mark M (Father of Child) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly and fantastic staff and well managed Nursery. I have full confidence in the care provided to my son. Great daily feedback given. Lots of fun and educational activities on offer. Great indoor and outdoor space. I highly recommend Woodley Gardens Day Nursery.
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Review from H H (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to nursery. All the staff are fantastic and are so invested in her development.
The different activities they do makes sure she is learning and engaged in different experiences.
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Review from Aamrita A (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter was 11 months old when she started at Woodley Gardens Day Nursery and left just a day before she started her school. The 4 years that she's been at this nursery she's had the best time of her life. They have helped her in shaping her confidence, manners, and overall personality. The staff
is super accommodating and superbly amazing. I can't thank them enough for all the hard work they put in for my daughter and all other kids.
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Review from Danielle B (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is fantastic! The staff are extremely polite and always helpful in giving parents information. My son loves going to nursery and has made lovely friends with the children and key workers. The menu is also great.
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Review from Julie B (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A very relaxed and fun place for my little boy to socialise and learn new things. The staff are brilliant at dealing with the challenges of separation and have lots of wonderful activities and ideas to keep the kids engaged.
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Review from Bhavana M (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined Woodley Gardens Nursery in March 2017. He is a child with special needs. The nursery have done the very best they can to keep him happy. He loves his nursery now. They have always shown interest in knowing more about my son's needs and communicate with his therapists to give him the best.
I can't thank the nursery enough for all the support and care they are providing for my son. Especially thanks a lot the manager. I hope the support and care continues.
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Review from Vicky R (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to the Woodley Gardens day nursery since he was 14 weeks old. He's loved it from his first session. The staff treat him as an individual and adapt to his needs and preferences. They have always taken a real interest in finding the things he likes and appear to ensure his development
is priority.


He is always so happy when I drop him off and has a great bond with his regular carers.


Recently he has started messy play with the older children which he loves! The nursery send me photos of him experiencing new types of play and he always looks so happy. I truly feel my son's development has excelled since he started nursery and I'm so thankful for their role in my son's care.

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Meet the Team (2)

Rachel

Rachel Hunter

Job Title: Nursery manager Joined: 2013

Rachel Hunter is level 3 diploma Nursery Nurse who has been qualified since 2010. Rachel First joined our sister Nursery Forbury Gardens Day Nursery in 2013 as a qualified Nursery Nurse and over time became a senior Nursery Nurse supporting the Management team.


When Woodley Gardens Day Nursery opened Rachel joined the management team as a Deputy Manager. Rachel has a hands on role within the Nursery, supporting staff to maintain high standards in all areas. Rachel has completed her 12 hour paediatric first aid, universal safeguarding and fire safety training. Rachel has completed her level 2 in team leading.

Emily

Emily Wilson

Job Title: Joint Nursery Manager Joined: 2017

Emily joined Woodley Gardens Day Nursery in August 2017 as a Qualified Nursery Nurse.


Emily holds a Level 3 Diploma for Children’s and Young People’s Workforce. Emily was promoted to Room Leader of our baby room in 2018, she then took on the role as Trainee Deputy Manager in March 2019 and finally becoming Joint Nursery Manager in August 2022.


Emily and Rachel, work closely together to ensure the smooth running of the setting. Emily holds up to date certificates in paediatric first aid, safeguarding children, food hygiene and fire safety. Emily is also a Designated Safeguarding Officer. Emily has worked with all age groups within the Nursery, and recognises all of the children’s individual needs and requirements.


Emily has continued her professional development by gaining her Level 4 Diploma in Childcare and Early Years.

Frequently Asked Questions about Woodley Gardens Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Woodley Gardens Day Nursery accepts?

Woodley Gardens Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Woodley Gardens Day Nursery Open?

Woodley 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 Woodley Gardens Day Nursery have capacity for?

Woodley Gardens Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Woodley Gardens Day Nursery to the centre of Reading?

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

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