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Dinotots Daycare # Dinotots Daycare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · Barclays Bank Plc, 22 Bridge Street, Blyth, NE24 2BW · Northumberland Number of places 59 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Northumberland About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Dinotots Daycare, nestled within a historic former Barclays Bank building in Blyth town centre, offers a calm and nurturing environment for children aged 0 to 11. The nursery prides itself on creating a home-from-home atmosphere where children can grow, develop independence, and gain confidence. The dedicated, child-centred team guides children through age-appropriate activities and structured play, preparing them for their eventual transition to school. Dinotots Daycare provides full-time and part-time care, featuring a separate baby room and sleep room, as well as a fully equipped sensory room. They also offer a unique "Happiness Guarantee" for new parents, allowing cancellation within 14 days with a refund if the child doesn't settle. The nursery emphasises freshly prepared, nutritious meals cooked on-site, with children encouraged to participate in setting and clearing tables to foster independence and social skills. They implement the Curiosity Approach in their rooms, inspiring exploration and deep learning. Our ethos By using the Curiosity Approach within our nurseries we are truly able to offer a natural home-from-home experience. This approach, and accreditation, builds on well known and established early years theorists, such as Reggio, Steiner, Te Whāriki and Montessori, in providing children with an environment, experiences, activities and resources which foster their in-built need to explore, try things out and engage in a high level of sustained shared thinking. What it's like Staff create a warm, welcoming environment for children and their parents. Children demonstrate that they feel happy and secure as they enter their rooms with enthusiasm. Staff have effective settling-in visits that build over time to help children make a smooth transition from home to the nursery. Repurposed Barclays Bank building Curiosity Approach Sensory Room 14-day Happiness Guarantee ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — universal (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. [Request pricing →](https://dinototsgroup.co.uk/government-funded-places/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Thursday (7:30am to 6:00pm) Friday (8.00am to 5.30pm) Age range 0-11 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day, Half day Established 2021 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Dinotots Daycare Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10305522 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239985)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2652143) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](http://dinototsdaycare.co.uk/) Barclays Bank Plc, 22 Bridge Street, Blyth, NE24 2BW Opening hours Monday - Thursday (7:30am to 6:00pm) Friday (8.00am to 5.30pm) [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.1/51.5/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Blyth - [Day nurseries in Blyth](/search?q=Blyth) - [Day nurseries in North East](/search?q=North+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=dinotots-daycare-ne24-2bw-2652143) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Dinotots Daycare Last inspected 31 January 2024 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 Staff create a warm, welcoming environment for children and their parents. Children demonstrate that they feel happy and secure as they enter their rooms with enthusiasm. Staff have effective settling-in visits that build over time to help children make a smooth transition from home to the nursery. Inspector highlights - Children who speak English as an additional language are well supported and made to feel welcome at the nursery. - Children develop an appreciation for books in the nursery. - Staff take children on many exciting outings in the local environment. - The enthusiastic provider and manager have a clear vision for the nursery and are always looking to improve, where needed. - Staff working with pre-school children support them to develop their independence. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff understanding of how to operate the wall heater in the top floor room, so that the room is a comfortable temperature for children at all times - 2 extend staff's skills to enable them to build on their interactions with pre-school children, particularly with regard to demonstrating how to use a knife and fork effectively at mealtimes. Inspection #10305522 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239985) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Staff take children on many exciting outings in the local environment. For instance, children walk to the harbour. They visit the local park, where they can observe the birds or use the large play equipment, to develop their large-muscle skills. Inspection history Most recent inspection 31 January 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239985) ## Frequently asked about Dinotots Daycare ### What is Dinotots Daycare's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Dinotots Daycare? ### Does Dinotots Daycare accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Dinotots Daycare? ### Does Dinotots Daycare support children who speak English as an additional language? ### What age range does Dinotots Daycare cater for? ### Does Dinotots Daycare provide meals for children? ### What is the 'Happiness Guarantee' at Dinotots Daycare? ### Where is Dinotots Daycare located? ### How can I get in touch with Dinotots Daycare? ## About the setting Dinotots Daycare registered in 2021 and is located in Blyth, Northumberland. The nursery employs 11 members of childcare staff, with eight holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The nursery opens all year round from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and two weeks at Christmas, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN 2652143 Registered person Dinotots Daycare Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Not applicable ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. [Claim listing](/claim?nursery=dinotots-daycare-ne24-2bw-2652143) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. 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