Sonning Lane Day Nursery and Preschool

Welcome to Sonning Lane Day Nursery and Preschool. Our nursery is set in a specially redeveloped and enhanced home, which is full of character and bright, airy rooms. At our nursery in Reading, we’re dedicated to providing the best care and early education for children aged 3 months to 5 years.

Dedicated Rooms for All Ages

In our under 2s rooms, the children have lots of space to explore and have access to their own garden. We follow your little one’s routine from home as closely as possible, to ensure a smooth transition to nursery life.

In our toddler room, the children enjoy open-ended play and have access to their own special garden. The room also benefits from a toilet area to start perfecting those toilet training skills.

In preschool, your child will learn the key skills they need to succeed and thrive in school. Our early years teacher supports the children with a range of stimulating activities both indoors and outside in our garden, which the children can access throughout the day.

Children also enjoy Boogie Mites music sessions where they can learn about the world through music and song.

A Nurturing Start for Every Child

Your little one deserves the best start in life, and our Nurture Approach delivers just that. Designed by Early Years specialists, it focuses on wellbeing and holistic development to help every child thrive.

Building on the foundations of the government’s EYFS framework, The Nurture Approach combines creative, engaging activities that develop essential skills and confidence. This personalised approach supports each child’s progress—whether they’re moving rooms or preparing for school.

Stay connected through the Bright Horizons Family app, where you can follow your child’s day and milestones.

Preparing for School with Confidence

Our Ready for School programme helps older children build strong foundations in reading, writing, maths, and other key skills—ensuring they feel confident and excited for their next big step.

Exciting Specialist Rooms

As well as our beautiful and bright classrooms, we have a range of specialist rooms for your child to enjoy. We have a redesigned, vibrant sensory room which caters to children of all ages, a dining room where your child can enjoy meals with their friends, a sleeping room to ensure peaceful naps, and a children’s kitchen to explore recipes and healthy eating.

Making a Splash

We are the only nursery in the area with direct access to our own private, heated indoor pool and we have two qualified swimming instructors to provide small-group swimming lessons. We also have access to our sports coach, who offers lessons in tennis, football, rugby, and obstacle courses in our sports hall.

Expansive Outdoor Space

We’re very lucky to have a beautiful 1-acre outdoor space, which is divided into age-specific areas, ensuring your child always has the best resources for their development.

Our spacious garden offers lots of space to explore and provides a wealth of exciting learning opportunities in the great outdoors. From a forest area for going on mini beast hunts, a planting area to learn about how plants grow, and a treehouse climbing frame, there is always something new to discover.

All-Inclusive Care and Convenience

• Nutritionally-balanced meals are prepared by our onsite chef. Our all-inclusive care extends to meals, snacks, nappies, wipes, formula and creams.
• Onsite parking and buggy park.
• Staff members on the team trained in Makaton and sign language.
• The nursery manager holds a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Award (SENDCO qualified).
• Our nursery in Reading is conveniently located with excellent transport links to all major routes including the A329, M4, and A4.
• Holiday club available for children up to the age of 12. Call us for more information.
• Enjoy longer opening times from 7:30am to 6:30pm.

Your Personal Tour

We’re so excited to meet you and your little one. To learn more about our nursery in Reading, or to see us for yourself, please get in touch and we’ll arrange a personal tour.