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Bright Start Childcare at Solway House # Bright Start Childcare at Solway House Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · 5 Station Road, Forest Hall, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE12 8AN · North Tyneside Number of places 75 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority North Tyneside 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 Bright Start Childcare at Solway House provides high-quality and affordable childcare for children aged three months to five years. Located in a residential area bordering Benton and Forest Hall, the nursery operates five days a week from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, 51 weeks a year. They emphasise a "Play Learn Grow" philosophy, delivered by experienced and qualified staff who tailor activities to individual children's needs. The facility boasts a bright dining room where nutritious meals are cooked on-site by a chef. Children have access to a large, secure outdoor area featuring a grassed section, a soft surface road track, a vegetable planting area, a water wall, and a sandpit. Indoors, there are sunny spaces with various stimulating areas, including a quiet room for storytelling, a sensory area, and dedicated baby and toddler rooms. The nursery is conveniently located with ample free parking, close to Benton Metro Station, major bus routes, and the A191. What it's like Children arrive at this highly inclusive nursery ready and eager to start their day. The dedicated staff team place a high priority on promoting children's emotional security. Activities are carefully planned based on individual children's interests and their learning needs, and children make good progress from their starting points in learning. High-quality childcare Nutritious meals cooked on-site Large secure outdoor area Individualised activities Play-based learning ## 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 →](https://brightstart-childcare.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6pm, 51 weeks of the year Food Nutritious meals cooked on site by the Chef Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bright Start Childcare at Solway House Last inspected 9 January 2023 · Jan Batchelor 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 arrive at this highly inclusive nursery ready and eager to start their day. The dedicated staff team place a high priority on promoting children's emotional security. Activities are carefully planned based on individual children's interests and their learning needs, and children make good progress from their starting points in learning. Inspector highlights - Managers have worked hard since the last inspection to develop a clear and effective curriculum, accessing support and training from the local authority. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a strength of the nursery. - The learning environment in each room has been carefully developed to support children's learning. - Staff plan daily routines to maximise opportunities for children to learn. - Children behave extremely well, are polite and enjoy helping with tasks. Areas to develop - 1 develop the outdoor areas even more to offer a wider choice of activities to benefit those children who prefer to learn outside - 2 consider how to deploy staff in the pre-school room more effectively so that all children's learning opportunities are supported even further Inspection #10220930 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207193) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bright Start Childcare at Solway House Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10220930 Lead inspector Jan Batchelor Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207193)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY501082) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://brightstart-childcare.co.uk/) 5 Station Road, Forest Hall, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE12 8AN Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6pm, 51 weeks of the year [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.56683/55.01197/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE - [Day nurseries in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE](/search?q=NEWCASTLE+UPON+TYNE) - [Day nurseries in North East](/search?q=North+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bright-start-childcare-at-solway-house-ne12-8an-ey501082) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents report that staff have worked tirelessly to ensure that the needs of their children are met, including supporting transitions to different provisions Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a strength of the nursery. Parents report that staff have worked tirelessly to ensure that the needs of their children are met, including supporting transitions to different provisions. Staff establish highly effective partnerships with other professionals and follow their advice, when considering how best to spend additional SEND funding. Outdoor space The learning opportunities for children in the outdoor areas are not as stimulating. As a result, children sometimes require more intervention from staff to sustain their engagement in the activities available outside. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. ## Parent Reviews of Bright Start Childcare at Solway House 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWkRk_NdWTDD8UcvXx5gVI86GspMiGj45YOxB4h-GmrBp_LhA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Asif Hayat (ASIF I JUST DID THAT) a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VPekoxTWJoX2ZYSHNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e71a0b25623c7:0x3279602807c9dc2a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWFp7eHgjfI3G84-m_kTU718LM7XnTsUVZwCuKmYVzx3zEaZb_9=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Reena Amir 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtN0p1MlVnEAE!2m1!1s0x487e71a0b25623c7:0x3279602807c9dc2a) Reviews from Google for Bright Start Childcare at Solway House. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3637043899124014122&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2023 Date: April 2018 - January 2023 Good - January 2022 Requires improvement - April 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Bright Start Childcare at Solway House ### What is Bright Start Childcare at Solway House's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Bright Start Childcare at Solway House? ### What age range does Bright Start Childcare at Solway House cater to? ### Does Bright Start Childcare at Solway House provide support for children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)? ### What kind of outdoor space does Bright Start Childcare at Solway House offer? ### Does Bright Start Childcare at Solway House provide meals for the children? ### How can I contact Bright Start Childcare at Solway House? ## About the setting Bright Start Childcare at Solway House registered in 2016. It is situated in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The nursery employs 25 members of childcare staff, with various qualifications. The nursery opens all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays. It provides funded early education for children aged three and four years. 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