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Castle Kindergarten # Castle Kindergarten in Durham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Fyndoune Community College, Findon Hill, Durham, DH7 6LU · Durham Number of places 48 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority Durham 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 Castle Kindergarten operates several nurseries across the North East, including locations in Albany (Washington), Hylton Castle (Sunderland), Haswell, and Sacriston (Durham). The nurseries are dedicated to providing outstanding childcare within a nurturing and stimulating environment that serves as a happy alternative to home. They prioritise creating imaginative indoor and outdoor spaces filled with engaging materials and toys, encouraging children to play, explore, discover, and create in secure surroundings. The curriculum emphasises both indoor and outdoor learning, with a focus on inspiring curiosity and providing real-world experiences, particularly with nature and the community. Castle Kindergarten also strongly believes in a partnership with parents, recognising them as their children's primary educators, and offers activities for joint learning at home. The staff are described as warm, affectionate, and committed to forming secure bonds with all children, from babies to toddlers and those preparing for primary school. Our ethos Castle Kindergarten is committed to providing outstanding childcare in a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages children to play, explore, discover, and create. Their approach emphasises both indoor and outdoor learning, inspiring curiosity through nature and real-world experiences. They also strongly believe in a partnership with parents, recognising them as their children's primary educators. What it's like Children receive a warm, nurturing and friendly welcome. They have a positive attitude to learning and are eager to join in activities. Babies develop movement skills, two-year-olds enjoy making large marks with paint, and pre-school children explore resources linked to autumn. Focus on outdoor learning Strong parent partnership Stimulating environments ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2017 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Castle Kindergarten Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10257467 Lead inspector Lynne Pope Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197133)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY546317) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=castle-kindergarten-dh7-6lu-ey546317) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Castle Kindergarten Last inspected 3 October 2022 · Lynne Pope 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 receive a warm, nurturing and friendly welcome. They have a positive attitude to learning and are eager to join in activities. Babies develop movement skills, two-year-olds enjoy making large marks with paint, and pre-school children explore resources linked to autumn. Inspector highlights - Children receive a warm, nurturing and friendly welcome. - The leadership team has a clear vision for the future of the nursery and prioritises staff's professional development. - Staff support children's early language development well through books, singing, and signing. - Staff act as good role models and encourage children's independence. - Parents are very positive about the nursery and the work of the staff. Areas to develop - 1 consider ways to fully involve pre-school children in routines, such as tidy up time, so that during these times children do not become disruptive - 2 strengthen staff's understanding of the curriculum and how young children learn, to raise their achievements to an even higher level. Inspection #10257467 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50197133) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The leadership team and staff are committed to working with families and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The special educational needs coordinator observes children and guides staff in meeting their needs effectively. Outdoor space Funds have been used to expand the outdoor area for children who learn best outside. The nursery is keen to gain children's views on what they would like in this area. ## Parent Reviews of Castle Kindergarten 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVxa0aGvIJNRLnJEMZ1ZF81E1GcFPmNN0YtCTtPXwJ74-YpSFjt=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Zoe Purdham 7 years ago We are a newly registered private day nursery in Sacriston situated on Fyndoune Community College’s site. We would love for new families to visit our beautiful natural setting and get to know us. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBdTRuYnJRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e7e7cbfce9a03:0xcbace1cf9593b79a) Reviews from Google for Castle Kindergarten. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14676353567377569690&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: September 2019 The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Good ). We're re-checking it against the original report. - October 2022 Good - September 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Castle Kindergarten ### Is Castle Kindergarten suitable for under-twos? ### What outdoor space does Castle Kindergarten have? ### What is the staff team like at Castle Kindergarten? ### Open hours at Castle Kindergarten? ### How does Castle Kindergarten support children with SEND? ### How many children are on roll at Castle Kindergarten? ### Is Castle Kindergarten Ofsted registered? ## Nearby day nurseries in Durham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Castle Kindergarten. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Witton Gilbert Nursery Durham · DH7 6TF ](/nursery/witton-gilbert-nursery-dh7-6tf-2551563) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Busy Bees (Durham) Durham · DH1 5HW 4.5(11 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-durham-ltd-dh1-5hw-ey548257) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Busy Bears (Durham) Durham · DH7 7AA 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bears-durham-ltd-dh7-7aa-ey548339) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Kids 1st - Durham Durham · DH1 5SE 5.0(15 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-1st-durham-dh1-5se-ey334642) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Deerness Valley Nursery Durham · DH7 7EZ ](/nursery/deerness-valley-nursery-dh7-7ez-2564576) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Yellow Wellies Durham · DH1 4SG ](/nursery/yellow-wellies-dh1-4sg-ey360601) [See all nurseries in Durham →](/search?q=Durham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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