Castle Nurseries at Willow Avenue

About this day nursery

Castle Nurseries at Willow Avenue offers exceptional childcare and education for children aged three months to five years old within a happy, safe, and stimulating setting. As one of five locations across Newcastle, the nursery prides itself on providing a secure environment with abundant fun and exciting learning opportunities.

The dedicated staff are highly qualified, with all holding at least a Level 3 qualification and over half possessing a degree or Early Years teaching status. They undergo rigorous recruitment, comprehensive induction, and continuous professional development, including paediatric first aid training, ensuring a consistently high standard of care.

Meals and snacks are included in the nursery sessions, simplifying daily arrangements for parents. The nursery also actively supports families in navigating eligibility for various government funding schemes to help with childcare costs.

What it's like

The manager and staff at Castle Nurseries prioritise children and their families, creating a welcoming environment where children feel secure and loved. The nursery offers an ambitious and well-structured curriculum that effectively supports children's learning, with a strong focus on integrating children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children demonstrate exceptional behaviour and enthusiasm, showing a genuine enjoyment for their time at the nursery.

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around full-day and half-day sessions, with pricing split by age bands for children under and over two years old. All session fees include meals and snacks, while parents are expected to provide their own consumables.