Cheeky Chimps Childcare in Washington

About this day nursery

Cheeky Chimps Childcare is a childcare setting located at 10 Victoria Road, Washington, NE37 2SY, registered as a childcare on non-domestic premises. The day nursery was registered with Ofsted on 8 November 2024 and cares for children aged from 1 to 4 years, with a total capacity of 24 places.

Leaders at Cheeky Chimps Childcare have a clear vision for the day nursery, shaping their priorities based on their understanding of the children and the local area. They are deeply committed to inclusion, ensuring all children's needs are identified early and information about their development is gathered, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), medical needs, or other barriers to learning.

The staff are dedicated to supporting children's progress, adapting activities for all ages and needs, and fostering a secure environment where children feel valued. Children at the setting achieve well from their starting points, developing physical confidence, early literacy skills, and a strong sense of belonging.

The nursery promotes healthy lifestyles, providing nutritionally balanced meals and encouraging positive habits such as handwashing and outdoor play. Leaders maintain positive relationships with parents and the wider community, sharing information, listening to feedback, and encouraging children's engagement in local activities like visiting the café.

What it's like

Children arrive to a setting where they feel valued and understood. They form close bonds with staff who respond warmly to their cues, which helps them feel safe and ready to explore. Children enjoy their learning. They move confidently between activities and show curiosity in the experiences staff provide, such as colour mixing, printing with fruits and exploring early number through counting and comparing. Older children enjoy experimenting with the sounds that letters make.