Bensham Grove Nursery School

About this day nursery

Bensham Grove Nursery School is a unique educational establishment in Gateshead, offering high-quality early years education and care across two sites: Sidney Grove and Deckham. It stands out as the only maintained nursery school in the area, providing a robust, teacher-led curriculum for children from birth to five years old.

The nursery prides itself on fostering a responsive and natural learning environment where children's voices are central to their development. Emphasising a play-based, age-appropriate approach, Bensham Grove ensures that each child’s journey is supported by a dedicated team of experienced educators, including qualified teachers and early years specialists.

The school is committed to integrating education, care, and health services, prioritising vulnerable children and aiming to close developmental gaps among its diverse student body. With a focus on strong early years practice and holistic child development, Bensham Grove Nursery School provides a nurturing and stimulating foundation for its young learners.

Our ethos

Bensham Grove Nursery School offers a teacher-led, play-based, and age-appropriate curriculum for children aged birth to five. They are committed to fostering a responsive, natural learning environment where children's voices are central to their development, with a focus on holistic development and closing developmental gaps.

What it's like

Children thrive in this exceptionally nurturing and inclusive environment, developing secure attachments with trusted adults and exploring with confidence. They seamlessly move between indoor and outdoor learning spaces, making choices about their play. Clear routines, positive reinforcement and strong relationships mean children feel safe, valued and well prepared for their next stage in learning.

Pricing & funding