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Apple Blossom Day Nursery # Apple Blossom Day Nursery in Sunderland (SR5) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 4.0 (4 parent reviews) · St. Catherines Court, 2 & 3 Timber Beach Road, SUNDERLAND, SR5 3XJ · Sunderland Number of places 53 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Sunderland About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Apple Blossom Day Nursery, located in Sunderland, aims to provide a nurturing and secure environment for children to grow, learn, and discover. While specific operational details like age range, opening hours, or session types are not available from the provided information, the nursery is committed to offering a foundation for early childhood development. The facility focuses on creating a positive and engaging atmosphere where children can explore their interests and develop new skills. The dedicated staff are focused on fostering a sense of curiosity and building confidence in each child, preparing them for future educational stages. The nursery strives to facilitate a seamless and enjoyable learning journey, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported in their individual developmental path. The programme encourages active participation and hands-on experiences, promoting holistic growth across various developmental domains. What it's like Children settle well, are happy and have a very good level of self-esteem. They are confident to explore their own ideas and to work cooperatively with their friends. Children are imaginative and keen to investigate the natural world, and staff support them to understand rules and boundaries. ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](http://www.appleblossomdaynursery.org.uk/) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Apple Blossom Day Nursery Last inspected 18 May 2023 · Jan Harvey Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children settle well, are happy and have a very good level of self-esteem. They are confident to explore their own ideas and to work cooperatively with their friends. Children are imaginative and keen to investigate the natural world, and staff support them to understand rules and boundaries. Inspector highlights - Leaders have improved staff's knowledge and understanding of the curriculum and children's development. - Staff help children to understand, describe and manage their emotions. - Staff firmly establish the key-person arrangements and work closely with other professionals when needed. - All children benefit from plenty of play time in the outdoor area, accessing a variety of sensory and physical activities. - Leadership and management are good, with the new manager having high expectations and valuing staff wellbeing. Areas to develop - 1 Continue to improve staff's skills to help them make the most of all opportunities, including mealtimes, to extend children's learning even further. - 2 Support staff to provide younger children with consistent opportunities to understand what the marks they make represent and to develop their early writing skills further. Inspection #10245119 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50220830) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Apple Blossom Day Nursery Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10245119 Lead inspector Jan Harvey Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50220830)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY450875) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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They freely access a variety of sensory and physical activities, such as climbing and jumping in and out of tyres. ## Parent Reviews of Apple Blossom Day Nursery 4.0 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLYN0e9-wS-wRvbx3qQqQazj7Bj2MS8hGlhRPCZ2D46N8aFEQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Luke a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNfaDRPR0xBEAE!2m1!1s0x487e65b71ddebb75:0x8934c3c9dad7ea30) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU6_JFwShOaplJO55AA4mX1P0DhYahAZdtj5U9MwvPiyvUYg1cr=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) abbie 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURDd083NEdBEAE!2m1!1s0x487e65b71ddebb75:0x8934c3c9dad7ea30) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLnlg-5M1aeibO_RNqh6EfTqmI9foIi_waqXcMNThJgJfJYDw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Mandy Brady 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnMWV2T3Z3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487e65b71ddebb75:0x8934c3c9dad7ea30) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJbjgWaoelOpd7r1n74xSXAlfAne6kzuXqxOkv_YQDfCw8mgA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Clare Gray 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBMTl5LVZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x487e65b71ddebb75:0x8934c3c9dad7ea30) Reviews from Google for Apple Blossom Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9886742353712507440&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023 Date: March 2013 - May 2023 Good - May 2022 Requires improvement - January 2017 Good - March 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Apple Blossom Day Nursery ### What is the Ofsted rating for Apple Blossom Day Nursery? ### Where can I find information about the fees at Apple Blossom Day Nursery? ### Does Apple Blossom Day Nursery have an outdoor play area? ### Who runs Apple Blossom Day Nursery? ### What age range does Apple Blossom Day Nursery cater for? ### How can I contact Apple Blossom Day Nursery? ## About the setting Apple Blossom Day Nursery registered in 2012. The nursery is open from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm. The nursery employs eight members of staff, all holding appropriate childcare qualifications from level 5 to level 2. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY450875 Registered person Apple Blossom Childcare Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Requires improvement ## Nearby day nurseries in SUNDERLAND Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Apple Blossom Day Nursery. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### Hylton Red House Nursery School Birth to Three Provision Sunderland · SR5 5QL ](/nursery/hylton-red-house-nursery-school-birth-to-three-provision-sr5-5ql-2802698) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Siblings Private Day Nursery Sunderland · SR5 2TA ](/nursery/siblings-private-day-nursery-sr5-2ta-ey341686) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Springboard Nursery Sunderland · SR4 6AD ](/nursery/springboard-nursery-sr4-6ad-ey292699) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Apple Blossom Day Nursery Sunderland · SR4 6SD ](/nursery/apple-blossom-day-nursery-sr4-6sd-ey535852) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Castle Kindergarten Sunderland · SR5 3QH ](/nursery/castle-kindergarten-sr5-3qh-ey546318) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### New Beginnings Sunderland · SR5 2JX ](/nursery/new-beginnings-sr5-2jx-ey308317) [See all nurseries in SUNDERLAND →](/search?q=SUNDERLAND) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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