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Crookhill Early Years # Crookhill Early Years Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · Crookhill Primary School, Hexham Old Road, Ryton, NE40 3ES · Gateshead Number of places 60 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Gateshead About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Crookhill Early Years is a nursery and out-of-school club located in Ryton, offering a nurturing environment for children aged 2 to 4. Established over two decades ago, it is managed by two qualified Early Years Teachers who, alongside their dedicated team, strive to provide sensitive and effective learning experiences. The nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and Birth to 5 Matters, ensuring a principled approach to early childhood education. They offer both morning and afternoon sessions, with children required to attend a minimum of two sessions per week. Additionally, the facility provides breakfast and after-school clubs to support working parents. With a 'Good' Ofsted rating from February 2023, Crookhill Early Years is committed to maintaining high standards across all its operations, governed by a comprehensive set of annually reviewed policies and procedures. Our ethos Crookhill Early Years follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and Birth to 5 Matters, ensuring a principled approach to early childhood education. They strive to provide sensitive and effective learning experiences. What it's like Children are at the heart of everything this setting does. They are encouraged to be independent and learn to do things themselves, including putting on their coats, washing hands, and tidying up. The environment is carefully designed for independent access to resources. Run by Early Years Teachers Good Ofsted Rating (Feb 2023) Forest School ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Hourly fee for 3-4 year olds £6.00 / hour - Hourly fee for 2 year olds £7.00 / hour - Breakfast Club £5.00 / session - Afterschool Club (3:20pm - 4:15pm) £5.00 / session - Afterschool Club (3:20pm - 5:15pm) £8.00 / session See 5 more ## Key facts Opening hours 7:45am - 5:15pm (nursery sessions: 8:40 am – 11:40am, 12:20pm – 3:20pm, full day 8:40am-3:20pm) Age range 2-4 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2015 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Crookhill Early Years Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10229374 Lead inspector Lianne Dixon Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208433)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY488663) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=crookhill-early-years-ne40-3es-ey488663) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Crookhill Early Years Last inspected 18 January 2023 · Lianne Dixon 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 are at the heart of everything this setting does. They are encouraged to be independent and learn to do things themselves, including putting on their coats, washing hands, and tidying up. The environment is carefully designed for independent access to resources. Inspector highlights - Key persons and other staff know children very well and use home visits to support their settling in and ongoing development. - Children develop a love of books, with access to a range of books both indoors and outdoors, and enjoy sharing stories. - Relationships with parents are strong, and parents feel supported by the setting, believing staff "go above and beyond". - The setting has excellent relationships with the on-site school, sharing professional development and facilitating smooth transitions for children. - Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with well-trained staff and managers who follow safer recruitment procedures and conduct risk assessments. Areas to develop - 1 review group time activities and consider how to promote younger children's engagement and enjoyment to a higher level - 2 enhance even further staff's focus on children's early language development, to ensure that all children make the best possible progress in their communication skills. Inspection #10229374 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208433) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > We've lost one, two, three eggs and I'm using my binoculars to find them. > Ah ha, I've found some clues over here, on the floor. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Key workers of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities work very closely with external agencies, to ensure that their needs are fully understood and supported. Outdoor space Children are encouraged to be outdoors in all weathers, engaging in activities like sledging and exploring ice. Through experiences, including forest school, they observe local wildlife like deer, squirrels, and foxes, developing curiosity about the world around them. 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