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Dots 'N' Spots Day Nursery and Out of School Club

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2021)
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4.8(20 Google reviews) ·Skelton Primary School, Station Lane, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 2LR · Redcar and Cleveland
Number of places
116 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2021
Local authority
Redcar and Cleveland

About this early years setting

Dots 'N' Spots Day Nursery, nestled in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, caters to children from infancy up to 11 years old, offering a diverse array of childcare solutions. The nursery's philosophy centres on a child-led curriculum within a secure and joyful environment, fostering curiosity, self-assurance, and independence.

Activities span from creative arts and messy play to outdoor adventures and quiet story times, meticulously planned to support each child's developmental journey. Beyond the day nursery, they also provide an Out of School Club with breakfast, after-school, and holiday provisions for older children.

Recognising the demands on modern families, Dots 'N' Spots emphasises strong partnerships with parents and schools, offering comprehensive wrap-around care. The nursery is also committed to making high-quality early learning accessible by accepting government-funded childcare.

Our ethos

The nursery's philosophy centres on a child-led curriculum within a secure and joyful environment, fostering curiosity, self-assurance, and independence. They are committed to making high-quality early learning accessible and emphasise strong partnerships with parents and schools.

What it's like

Children are happy at the setting and form secure bonds with staff. Older children in the out-of-school club love attending and are never bored. Children are well behaved and have a positive attitude to learning, eager to participate in activities.

Child-led curriculumExtensive outdoor playWrap-around careParentZone App for engagement

Pricing & funding

Charges are structured around fixed bookings (all year round) or flexi bookings (currently term-time only), alongside out-of-school clubs and wrap-around care. Fees are billed on full-week, full-day, or half-day bases. Breakfast and snacks are included, while lunch and tea can be purchased separately or provided from home.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
  • Registration Fee - Day Nursery£10.00 / session
  • Day Nursery Full Week (Booked Rate)£280.00 / week
  • Day Nursery Full Day (Booked Rate)£58.30 / day
  • Day Nursery Half Day (Booked Rate)£36.90 / session
  • Day Nursery Full Week (Flexi Rate)£295.00 / week

Good to know

  • Registration fee applies for day nursery and out of school club bookings.
  • Fixed bookings require 1 week's notice for alterations and 4 weeks' notice for cancellation.
  • Flexi bookings require 1 week's notice for alterations or cancellations, but spaces are not guaranteed.
  • A 4-week holiday discount of 50% pro rata is available with 1 month's notice for fixed bookings.
  • Discounts include 10% for the oldest sibling and 5% for the second child when three children attend.
  • Government funding covers childcare only; additional fees apply for lunch, tea, and trips.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 18:00 (closed on bank holidays & Christmas)

Session types

Full day, Half day, Wrap around care, Breakfast club, After school club, Holiday club

Age range

Birth to 11 years

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Dots 'N' Spots Day Nursery and Out of School Club

Last inspected 7 December 2021 · Elaine McDonnell

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 happy at the setting and form secure bonds with staff. Older children in the out-of-school club love attending and are never bored. Children are well behaved and have a positive attitude to learning, eager to participate in activities.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff implement a well-designed curriculum that supports children to make good progress in all areas of learning.
  • Children are well cared for by a strong team of caring and committed staff, with an effective key-person system.
  • Toddlers learn to count and recognise shapes, and pre-school children learn new positional language.
  • Staff work extremely well in partnership with parents and carers to keep them informed about children's development and progress.
  • Staff are well supported by their management team and benefit from appraisals and ongoing training.

Areas to develop

  • 1promote children's language, communication and social skills consistently, for example, by supporting and encouraging quieter children to also participate in group discussions and conversations.
Inspection #10213390 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that their children have made very good progress in their overall development since attending the setting, including in their behaviour.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with additional needs are making very good progress in relation to their starting points. Staff-to-child ratios are often above minimum recommendations to ensure that some children receive one-to-one support where needed. Staff work very well with other professionals to ensure that children with additional needs receive the support they need, access relevant training courses, and follow other professionals' recommendations, such as using visual picture books to communicate needs and preferences.

Outdoor space

Children enjoy playing outside. Staff constantly assess both indoor and outdoor environments to ensure children's safety. During the inspection, due to a storm, children participated in physical activities like dancing indoors to avoid risk in the outdoor area.

Google Reviews of Dots 'N' Spots Day Nursery and Out of School Club

4.8
(20 Google reviews)
Rachel Stevenson
7 months ago

I can’t speak highly enough about Dots and Spots day nursery. From the first time we visited, it felt warm and welcoming. It’s clear to see the nursery truly is a special place. The staff are clearly dedicated to the children’s wellbeing, happiness and development. It is clear to see the children are at heart of all they do from planning activities, little trips out and just playing and having fun. They really take the time to get to know the children as individuals and my son has thrived in their care. He loves going to Dots and talks about the day he has had with all his friends. He is so happy and as a parent that is all I want for him. I am truly grateful to have found such an incredible nursery for my child. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Dots and Spots to any other parent who are looking for nurturing, engaging and loving environment for their child.

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Kim West
7 months ago

I really can’t fault Dots and Spots and the amazing team that work there. My daughter has been going for about 18 months and she just adores it. I know my daughter is safe, having fun, learning, eating good food and playing with friends. The staff are all excellent and really care about the children. They’re so helpful and offer advice. The nursery enrols in programmes like tooth brushing, and every season they go all-out for decorations for such as Halloween and Christmas. They use an app where they record your child’s progress, including key stages but also what they’ve had to eat. Highly recommended.

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Amy Ryden
7 months ago

Highly recommend Dots! We love it here, the care is exceptional and all the wonderful members of the team are more like family. They’re kind, caring, imaginative & creative. I have no worries about leaving my children in their care; both of mine have been attending since 9 months and they get so attached to their keyworkers! They have a wonderful time with varied experiences and they’ve really developed both socially and academically. Will be forever grateful.

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Emily Cairnes
7 months ago

Highly recommend dots and spots my daughter loves going there on the days i'm at work, I know my daughter is safe there and attending is not only good for her social skills but is also great for learning too. The staff are excellent and you can see really care about the children, my daughter has built a strong relationship with the staff members. Since moving to tweenie rooms theres always been themes that the focus on each month such as sea theme, dinosaurs theme and currently doing autumn/ theme, each season they decorate to help the kids to understand more about each season. The app for parents to use os great to be able to see what has happened during the day from what they have ate, nappy changes, sleep and more.

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joanne Sawden
7 months ago

My little girl is now 8, we have used dots and spots since she was 6 months old. Never had any problems at all, the staff have always looked after her and cared for her like she was their own child. I have always felt she was safe and happy to leave her in their care. As my only child they have helped and guided me through the years with all the milestones good and bad and helped me navigate parenthood, honestly don’t know what I would have done without them ! Thank you for everything dots and spots xxxx

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Inspection history

Date: November 2008

  • December 2021Good
  • June 2014Good
  • November 2008Good

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