Welcome to
The Rainbow Nursery
Welcome to The Rainbow, we are a privately owned Nursery which was established in September 1993. Our nursery is located in the village of Burghfield Common on the outskirts of Reading. We are a team of passionate individuals who strive to treat every child as unique; believing children should be encouraged to become independent, learning how to choose their own activities and co-operate with others. Caring for children from 2 years to 5 years.
Our learning environment:
Outdoor play area - a large part of each day is spent learning outdoors at Rainbow. Our outdoor play area has recently benefitted from various improvements to utilise the available space for learning/sensory based activities.
Tapestry - an easy-to-use and secure online learning journal helping staff and families celebrate their children’s learning and development. It enables our Early Years Educators , Parents/Carers, and even the child (once they are ready) to share their experiences and development with each other.
Forest School - introduced during our Autumn term 2021 and something we aim to continue following some superb feedback from both parents and children! Forest School is a child centred learning process offering holistic growth. It supports play, exploration and supported risk taking in a natural setting. For children 3-5years
Allotment - Just a short walk from the nursery, we have our own Nursery Allotment. In small groups the children visit the allotment to plant, weed and water. They learn all about the plants/vegetables we grow there.
About Us
We are open term time Monday to Friday, and aim to meet the social, educational and physical needs of each child.
Learning
We work closely as a team to reach each child’s potential following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to provide stimulating and fun activities based around the children’s learning and development.
Funding Available
From Tax-Free Childcare to two, three and four year-old funding, we will tell you everything you need to know.
— Reviews from parents of children,
“Being amazing throughout lockdown!”
“My son has learnt so much in the time he has spent at Rainbow and made real progress.”
“All the staff know each child so well, it makes it so inclusive.”
“My son has been so well cared for, we have never been worried about leaving him. He has loved every minute at The Rainbows.”
“My child has particularly loved the range of activities, and also visiting the park, library, woods, shops and allotment.”
“My son will be extremely sad to leave Rainbows. He has been given a good foundation and is well equipped with many of the skills he will need to start school and settle in successfully.”