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Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op # Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Aug 2025) · 17 Claremont Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4AA · Newcastle upon Tyne Number of places 101 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op, established in 1982, is a non-profit cooperative based in Newcastle city centre that caters to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Embracing a Reggio-inspired philosophy, the nursery prioritises the natural development of children and their interaction with the environment. It offers diverse, creative, and engaging activities, informed by research and its affiliations with local universities. What it's like Much thought goes into how staff welcome new children into this warm, welcoming nursery, taking time to get to know each child and family exceptionally well to meet individual needs. This creates close relationships, fostering strong emotional well-being and a deep sense of belonging, which helps children thrive in their learning. The nursery provides children with an exceptional start to their education, placing curiosity, independence and creativity at the heart of learning with a flexible and responsive curriculum. Co-operative Nursery Reggio Emilia Approach Ofsted Outstanding Forest School Allotment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare 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, 8.30am until 5.30pm Age range 3 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 1982 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op Last inspected 22 August 2025 · Clare Wilkins Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Much thought goes into how staff welcome new children into this warm, welcoming nursery, taking time to get to know each child and family exceptionally well to meet individual needs. This creates close relationships, fostering strong emotional well-being and a deep sense of belonging, which helps children thrive in their learning. The nursery provides children with an exceptional start to their education, placing curiosity, independence and creativity at the heart of learning with a flexible and responsive curriculum. Inspector highlights - Leaders are persistent in their drive to deliver the best outcomes for children and prioritise high-quality professional development. - Staff's interactions with children are exceptional, introducing new and ambitious language that rapidly extends children's vocabulary. - Assessment is used effectively to identify children's needs at the earliest opportunity, ensuring strong provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Children develop a strong understanding of the world and the people in it through projects such as an intergenerational programme and forest school activities. - Partnerships with parents are exceptional, with families actively involved in their children's learning and staff running informative sessions. Inspection #10399564 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287576) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op Inspection date Aug 2025 Inspection no. 10399564 Lead inspector Clare Wilkins Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287576)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/319148) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=childsplay-claremont-nursery-co-op-ne2-4aa-319148) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents say these opportunities have deepened their knowledge and confidence in parenting and strengthens learning at home." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Assessment is used effectively to identify children's needs at the earliest opportunity, ensuring strong provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff create precise learning plans tailored to each child, working with other professionals where appropriate, to provide the right level of support and challenge. Outdoor space Children take part in projects such as forest school activities. Outdoors, children learn to be safe and independent. They confidently identify risks, use tools responsibly and explain how to keep themselves and others safe. Inspection history Date: April 2004 - August 2025 Outstanding - December 2019 Outstanding - August 2013 Outstanding - March 2009 Outstanding - April 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op ### Is Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op Ofsted registered? ### What qualifications does the staff team have? ### Does Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op take babies? ### What do parents value about Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op? ## Nearby day nurseries in Newcastle upon Tyne Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Childsplay Claremont Nursery Co-op. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Tynemouth Nursery at Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne · NE2 3AE ](/nursery/tynemouth-nursery-at-jesmond-ne2-3ae-ey479417) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Kids 1st - Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne · NE2 3AE ](/nursery/kids-1st-jesmond-ne2-3ae-ey541020) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### The Jesmond Nursery Newcastle upon Tyne · NE2 2AA 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/the-jesmond-nursery-ne2-2aa-319314) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Northumbria University Nursery Newcastle upon Tyne · NE1 8ST ](/nursery/northumbria-university-nursery-ltd-ne1-8st-ey454915) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Castle Nurseries at Shieldfield Newcastle upon Tyne · NE2 1AD ](/nursery/castle-nurseries-at-shieldfield-ne2-1ad-ey225329) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School Newcastle Newcastle upon Tyne · NE1 5DP ](/nursery/little-pioneers-nursery-pre-school-ne1-5dp-319135) [See all nurseries in Newcastle upon Tyne →](/search?q=Newcastle+upon+Tyne) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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