RAFA Kidz Brize Norton

Royal Air Force, Brize Norton, Carterton OX18 3LX
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9.8 39 Reviews
  • RAFA Kidz Brize Norton, Carterton
RAFA Kidz Brize Norton is conveniently located in Carterton, close by to camp as well as surrounding family accommodation.

Inside the nursery there are five different rooms, catering to children of different ages and stages of development. Children are guided through the nursery by a team of kind and experienced practitioners who work hard to ensure that children feel safe and at home. With endless opportunities to play, learn and explore, the team aim to give children the best start to their early years and prepare them for a successful journey into school life.
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Funding & Fees

Available on request

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Laura Bologna (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 38

Registered Charity Number

  • 1154822

Total Places for Children

  • 103

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • They have a car park directly outside the setting - please be aware of the one way system whereby you need to drive directly in front of the building following the road around to the car park.

RAFA Kidz Brize Norton Reviews (39)

9.8

RAFA Kidz Brize Norton has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.815) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time RAFA Kidz Brize Norton has 39 reviews.

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Review from Harry L (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending this nursery since she was just six months old, and I can honestly say it has been one of the best decisions we've made as parents.
From the very beginning, the staff have been exceptional. They are attentive, nurturing, and genuinely invested in every child's wellbeing
and development. It's clear that they don't just see this as a job - they truly care. Our daughter absolutely loves going in each day and has thrived in their care. The bonds she has formed with the team speak volumes about the warmth and consistency they provide.
She attends four full days a week, and we have complete confidence in the support, structure, and encouragement she receives. The communication with parents is excellent, and we're always kept informed about her progress, activities, and achievements.
Thank you to Bunnies and Ivy for all you have done for our little girl.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you and your child have had such a positive experience with us. Our team works very hard to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment where children feel happy and supported in their learning and development, so it means a lot to hear your kind feedback. Thank you for trusting us with your child's early years-we truly value being part of their journey. Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from C J (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had two children at RAFA Kidz Brize Norton and have been part of the setting for over 3.5 years. During that time, we have consistently been impressed with the care and support provided. Both of our children have been incredibly happy there and have grown so much in confidence. It's been wonderful
to see how comfortable and secure they feel each day. The staff are kind, caring, and genuinely invested in the children's development and wellbeing. The nursery provides a wide range of engaging and creative activities, helping the children learn through play while developing important social and life skills. Communication with parents is also excellent, which gives us real peace of mind.
Overall, we truly cannot fault the nursery and would highly recommend it to all our friends. It has been a fantastic experience for our family.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you and your two children are having such a positive experience with us. Our team works very hard to create a safe, nurturing, and happy environment, so it truly means a lot to know that this has been felt by your family. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review- your support is very greatly appreciated. Laura Bologna (Nursery Manager).
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Review from Chris H (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really friendly staff and my daughter has settled really well. With regular observations and a good mix of food on offer. My daughter has developed some lovely bonds with members of staff and she seems very happy
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear parent,
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We truly value parents' perspectives and appreciate you taking time to provide such a lovely feedback. We are delighted to hear that you have had a positive experience due our staff's professionalism and commitment. Our teachers are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and happy environment for every child to having the chance to thrive due our teachers' caring and children's positive experience. Thank you for your continuous trust and support. Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from E E (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been using Rafa Kidz Brize Norton since 2023 for my eldest daughter and now for my youngest. Both girls have thrived in Rafa Kidz care and throughly enjoyed/enjoy their time within the nursery. Staff are always welcoming and friendly which puts my mind at ease that my children are both happy
and cared for. Meals are great and variety is always offered and menus updated weekly. Management staff are always approachable and make time to talk to parents when needed and also very hands on with the children which is great to see.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're incredibly proud of our team and the care they provide every day. We work hard to support staff and families alike, and feedback like this truly means the world to us. Our management team is passionate about creating a supportive, nurturing environment for both children and parents, and it's wonderful to know that this shines through. Thank you for trusting us with your little one, we're so grateful to be part of your child's journey.
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Review from Anneliese T (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to say a huge thank you to the entire Ivy team. They do an absolutely incredible job every single day. The care, enthusiasm, and dedication they show truly shines through in everything they do.
The variety of activities on offer is fantastic and has been amazing for building confidence
through learning and play. I love that the children are encouraged to spend time outdoors - Forest School always looks like so much fun and such a valuable experience.
The regular updates through the family app are wonderful and really help me feel connected to my child's day. It's lovely to see Morgan exploring, learning, and interacting so happily with other children.
The food offering is also outstanding, with such a great variety of nutritious meals. I couldn't be happier with the care and support provided, and I'm so grateful to the Ivy team for everything they do.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. Your kind words truly mean a great deal to us and to our entire team. We are incredibly proud of the nurturing, supportive, and stimulating environment we strive to create every day, and it is so rewarding to hear that this has been reflected in your experience. Thank you once again for your trust, support and enthusiastic appreciation. It is a huge pleasure to be part of your child's early years journey, and we look forward to continuing to support their development and create many more happy memories together. Best regards, Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from Alexandra N (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter is very happy at the RAFA Pre-school, and looks forward to going everyday. There is a robust developmental programme in place and the pre-school lead is clearly invested in planning, delivery and communication of activities. We get very thorough daily and weekly reviews (including photos)
in the app, so we are very well appraised of the kids's activities. All the staff are polite and knowledgeable and clearly care for the children. We have had very few toileting accidents since starting pre-school and our daughter eats well. Her vocabulary improves every day, and we can tell from the way she speaks that the staff speak to her with kindness, affection and consistency.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for taking time to share your lovely review. We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear that you and your child have had such a positive experience with Brize Norton preschool nursery. Our team works very hard to create a nurturing, safe, and happy environment for all our children and parents, so feedback like this really means a lot. Thank you for your support and trust in our lovely and exceptional nursery. Best regards, Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from P G (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a wonderful nursery with a wonderfully supportive team. We are so grateful to RAFAKidz Brize Norton and their dedication to provide the best care to help our son thrive.
Our son is happy to attend each day and clearly gets joy and key learning experiences out of his time there. His language has
come on exceptionally well and I am truly grateful to nursery, particularly Natasha, Sarah, Katie & Laura.
Thank you for supporting our son to shine.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback. We are delighted to hear that you and your child have had such a positive experience at Brize Norton nursery. Our team works really hard to create a safe, caring, and stimulating environment in which all our children thrive and develop confidently their skills. Your remarkable feedback really means a lot to us and encourages our confidence on keep going supporting all our children and parents. Thank you for your ongoing support. Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from Beth C (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Can't thank the wonderful staff enough, my son has thoroughly enjoyed going to the preschool and can't wait to go in the morning! He is very shy but the staff have really helped him come out of his shell,
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. Our team works really hard to make our children happy and cared every day. Your appreciation encourages all of us to keep going on encouraging our children to learn and thrive under our care. Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from S L (Father of Child) published on 5 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Son attends RAFA Kidz Pre-School and it's clear to see how much he is thriving there. The staff are caring, supportive and provide excellent communication as to my son's development. The Pre-school chef, Lisa is an absolute star and the variety of meals provided is outstanding.
I cannot overstate
how impressed with the whole pre-school set up. Keep up the outstanding work!
Reply from Laura Howell, Deputy Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonThank you so much for this wonderful review. We are very proud to have you as part of the RAFA Kidz family.
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Review from A W (Father of Child) published on 28 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, awesome staff. Leaving my daughter there I feel she is very cared for and safe. She always leaves with a smile on her face and a wave goodbye to the staff. Always greeted with a smile and good morning from the front of nursery staff and always feels very welcoming.
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback.
At Brize Norton, we are so happy that we make such a big and positive impact on our lovely children's emotional and personal life. Our children's well-being and happiness is our priority and we all love being around them supporting their learning development with care and dedication. We will keep going to enhance our children's skills and working closely to all our parents. Thank you again for your 5 stars review it helps us to understand that we are on the right direction thanks to all your remarkable support. Best regards, Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from Holli-Jo B (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An amazing nursery with absolutely gorgeous staff who can't do enough for the kids. My son has come on leaps and bounds developmentally having been there for nearly 9 months now!
I genuinely couldn't recommend this nursery enough!
Reply from Laura Bologna, Nursery Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonDear Parent,
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback and kind words regarding to my staff's commitment and daily effort. In fact, our aim is to create a safe and nurturing environment in which children develop safely and feel loved and cared. Your words confirm that we are absolutely to the right direction and we will keep going providing our children lots opportunities of learning and a nurturing and safe environment in which they will thrive and grow happily. Best regards, Laura (Nursery Manager)
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Rafa Kidz is a great nursery for little ones. The team is very welcoming and supportive, and we had a great experience and would definitely recommend. The facilities are good and my little one loved the outdoor space.
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Review from Elyse S (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our child is well cared for at RAFA Kidz! The staff is caring and supportive and got to know our child as an individual. They keep us up to date on his nutrition and hydration. We can't recommend this nursery highly enough!
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a lovely setting with the most kind, caring and attentive staff.
My little girl has attended this setting for the past 12 months and has loved every room she has been a part of and all the staff within.
All rooms make a conscious effort to think of new and creative ways to enhance the children's
learning, fun and enjoyment. The management take the time to always greet you on a morning and make themselves available if needed and thorough updates are consistently provided through the app from all staff. I would 100% recommend RAFA Kidz Brize Norton to any parent who was considering this setting for their child.
Reply from Sarah Rathbone, Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonThank you so much for your lovely review. We are so lucky to be able to look after your little one and to have her as apart of the RAFA Kidz family.
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Review from Megan H (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery with equally amazing staff. All the staff are incredibly helpful patient and kind, I couldn't choose a better place for my son. They always keep me up to date with everything to do with my child and have a brilliantly diverse menu that they feed him daily. They also ensure safety is
a priority at all times which makes me feel incredibly comfortable leaving him in their care day to day.
Reply from Sarah Rathbone, Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonThank you for this wonderful review. We are very proud of our menu and the provision that we provide for the children and families, thank you for for being apart of our journey.
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Review from Clare B (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves attending nursery at RAFA Kids Brize Norton. The staff are so friendly and amazing with the little ones. You can tell they really care and put a lot of effort into making sure the little ones get the care they need and have a great day. They do a great mix of indoor and
outdoor activities and my daughter is always so excited when she turns up there ready to start her day. The staff are amazing at keeping us updated on her throughout the day (meals, milk, naps etc) and also give a more In-depth report about her progress throughout the year. I would highly recommend RAFA Kids Brize Norton. It is a wonderful nursery.
Reply from Sarah Rathbone, Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonThank you so much for your wonderful review. The team here work incredibly hard to ensure that all the little ones receive the very best care. Thank you for being apart of our journey and the RAFA Kidz family.
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Review from E T (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend RAFA Kidz to all parents. We are a dual serving family and the nursery have been nothing but understanding and caring. Our little one started Oct 24 when she turned 12 months, she was a very shy baby and wouldn't go to anyone but Mum or Dad. 3 months later she is a loud, confident
little girl and gives big hugs to the nursery staff every morning when she sees them. We even had the first tears when she had to leave nursery the other day!
The staff are so kind and accommodating and have taken everything on board regarding my child's care. They have done their best to implement the routine I have suggested to them.
I've been very impressed with the variety of food and the amount they are given. It's always home cooked hearty meals with lots of healthy snacks throughout the day.
I was a worried parent when she first started going to nursery and missed her a lot, but the staff were great at sending me updates and pictures on the app throughout the day.
They're brilliant!
Reply from Sarah Rathbone, Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonThank you so much for such a lovely review. We have loved getting to know your little one and her personality. Thank you for choosing RAFA Kidz.
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at RAFA Kidz Brize Norton. From the very beginning, the settling in process was smooth and reassuring. The staff went above and beyond to make sure my then 7 month-old son felt comfortable and safe. They were incredibly kind, patient, and attentive, which really
helped ease both his transition and mine as a parent.
It's clear how much the staff genuinely care for the children-they always greet my son with smiles and warmth and they've truly created an environment where my son feels confident and secure.
Dropping him off each day is such a positive experience; he's always happy and settled, which speaks volumes about how comfortable and content he is. I have full trust in the team, and I'm so grateful for the love and attention they show my little one. Highly recommend this nursery!
Reply from Sarah Rathbone, Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonThank you for your kind words. Feeling safe and secure is the most important factor when bringing your little one to nursery and we always ensure that we provide an environment that provides this. We love having you all as apart of our RAFA Kidz family.
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Review from Nathalie R (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Rafa Kidz Brize Norton is absolutely brilliant! The management team are friendly, proactive and all over the running of the nursery. The room leaders and practitioners go above and beyond to ensure these children have fun and learn. Both of my children have been with the nursery for a long time and
couldn't be more happy. They have been in all age rooms in the nursery and each one has had its own routine, appropriate for the children's age, but all follow the same ethos of the nursery. There are lots of visitors and trips throughout the year and lots of different special events and occasions are celebrated. The meals are varied and healthy and both of my children have enjoyed them very much. The nursery are always open to speak with families to see if there is anything they can do more of, less of or add in.
Reply from Sarah Rathbone, Manager at RAFA Kidz Brize NortonThank you so much for your kind words. We are passionate about the curriculum and provision that we provide for all of the children and their families. Our door is always open, thank you for being apart of our journey.
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Review from E N (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Preschool - overall we find this a friendly environment. Being new, there's been a huge learning curve for all involved and the RAFA staff have made a huge effort to make this transition possible and effective. Unfortunately we have found there to be a lack of communication between staff and parents,
with the standard phrase of "they've had a nice day" used, and no real understanding of what the children are doing day to day or a quality handover experience, resulting in the app not being utilised effectively. Difficult to give an accurate rating, as we do not have a full understanding of this without that communication. However, with the current implementation of improvements planned, this be a great opportunity for the company and families involved.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.815)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.815) out of 10 for RAFA Kidz Brize Norton is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.815 for RAFA Kidz Brize Norton is calculated as follows: ( (245 Excellents x 5) + (29 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 286 Ratings = 4.815
  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 RAFA Kidz Brize Norton is based on 23 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 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 103 number of registered child places is 20.6, which has been reached with 23 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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Laura Bologna

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2026

My name is Laura Bologna, and I am the new Nursery Manager at RAFAKidz Brize Norton.
I have been working in early years for around 10 years as a practitioner and then a room leader, and then straight to a manager position in 2020, just during the lockdown.


I am responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day management of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care, education, and safeguarding the environment at all times.

I am passionate about leading and enhancing my teachers’ performance, maintaining full regulatory compliance, and working closely with parents and external professionals to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children can thrive and are safe.


Looking ahead, my focus is on strengthening quality across all areas of provision, which includes continuous improvement aligned with the EYFS framework, maintaining strong outcomes for children, and ensuring we remain fully compliant with all regulatory and safeguarding requirements. I am committed to enhancing partnerships with parents; in fact, by building strong, respectful relationships with all our parents, we will create consistency between home and nursery.


I aim to ensure the nursery continues to grow sustainably, remains inspection-ready at all times, and delivers a high-quality, inclusive early years experience that meets the needs of children and all our lovely families.

I look forward to working closely with colleagues and families to support the continued growth and success of the nursery. Laura Bologna"

Frequently Asked Questions about RAFA Kidz Brize Norton

What is the Age Range of Children that RAFA Kidz Brize Norton accepts?

RAFA Kidz Brize Norton accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is RAFA Kidz Brize Norton Open?

RAFA Kidz Brize Norton is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.

How many Children does RAFA Kidz Brize Norton have capacity for?

RAFA Kidz Brize Norton has capacity for a total of 103 Children.

How far is RAFA Kidz Brize Norton to the centre of Carterton?

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

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