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Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook # Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2021) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · 11 North Terrace, Crook, DL15 9AZ · Durham Number of places 48 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2021 Local authority Durham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Emeralds Little Gems Day care in Crook offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 0-14 years. They provide various childcare solutions, including full-time, part-time, and flexible care, along with mobile crèche services, after-school clubs, and holiday care. The nursery is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and learning, ensuring parents have peace of mind. Their approach focuses on promoting confidence and independence in children, supported by a curriculum aligned with EYFS guidelines and approved by OFSTED. Parents can also stay connected and monitor their child's progress through a dedicated mobile app, which facilitates daily updates on development, activities, and interests, while also encouraging parental input. The nursery prioritises children's well-being by offering a healthy and balanced diet with diverse and nutritious meals. Our ethos Emeralds Little Gems Day care's approach focuses on promoting confidence and independence in children, supported by a curriculum aligned with EYFS guidelines. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and learning while ensuring children's well-being through a healthy and balanced diet. What it's like Children arrive happily and quickly become engaged in their play and learning, receiving very good support from caring staff. They are motivated and eager to learn, consistently showing high levels of interest in chosen activities, with staff having high expectations for their behaviour and development. High Quality Care and Learning Ages 0-14 Healthy balanced diet Parent Mobile App ## Pricing & funding 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://www.emeraldslittlegemscrook.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Mon - Fri: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm; Sat - Sun: Closed Session types full-time, part-time, flexible care, mobile crèche services, after school clubs, holiday care Food Healthy balanced diet with varied nutritious food Age range 0-14 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook Inspection date Jul 2021 Inspection no. 10174664 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50167766)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY549485) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=emeralds-little-gems-daycare-crook-dl15-9az-ey549485) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook Last inspected 15 July 2021 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 arrive happily and quickly become engaged in their play and learning, receiving very good support from caring staff. They are motivated and eager to learn, consistently showing high levels of interest in chosen activities, with staff having high expectations for their behaviour and development. Inspector highlights - Staff have high expectations of what children can achieve, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who progress well. - There is a very strong partnership with parents, who say they cannot praise staff enough for the support received. - Staff skilfully support children to form words and sentences, using sign language and pictures to aid communication. - Children are quick to learn mathematical skills, with staff weaving mathematical learning throughout most activities and daily routines. - The dedicated and passionate manager shows a good commitment to the professional development of her team, which helps to promote children's progression. Areas to develop - 1 build on how staff implement activities to allow children time to explore and work things out for themselves rather than being directed - 2 review the use of whole group activities in the baby room so that they include all children. Inspection #10174664 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50167766) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents say they cannot praise staff enough for the support that they have received." > "They say that staff have helped their children to return to the nursery." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, progress well. Staff understand the needs of their individual key children and assess their developmental needs with the help of parents, continually reviewing and assessing development to plan next steps. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook 4.2 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKOIj9L1M-AnzZjjxQg_Hm1UlTd1isa5mYLrzPHmGZrLo0ytg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Julie Wood 8 months ago Absolutely fantastic nursery. My little one struggled with leaving me at first, so we worked with the team to make a plan that worked for everyone. She's now graduated and thriving. Great food, so many adventures, support and a caring team. Would recommend to anyone [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pCS05FcEJXVEJoVjBreE5VMTRiSFJ0TkRkNVVFRRAB!2m1!1s0x487c2a4304859f4d:0x5d13c7686d9e93b5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKfKanlpod24Rzfasu2m18RLBEefQ1P4XKJMCEa1UAAEPh25g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Louise Umpelby 7 years ago Well what can I say about Emerald Little Gems, amazing care givers. All 3 of my children went here from being very small babies. Staff are very friendly & professional, nothing is ever too much trouble. The nursery itself is very well set out over 3 floors with a great outdoor area to play in too. Food provided is fresh, healthy & nutritious. All my children were happy when attending the nursery & learnt so much thanks to the staff. 10 out of 10 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNZeU9XS0J3EAE!2m1!1s0x487c2a4304859f4d:0x5d13c7686d9e93b5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXx3TlCOI-fj1vAieYvISJ6_LDPLG9rHZ41gSejzw74J59nXRp2=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Eldian Disha 4 years ago Very kind and attentive staff. My son never went near anyone but after a few days as soon as he sees the teachers he immediately goes to them. This means that they are very good indeed. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMyN0pteXVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487c2a4304859f4d:0x5d13c7686d9e93b5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJwLTdFU0oQ6UnZR7acRwZbKzWaLgdDLX0aZ1ekLFsUcjOsug=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Acoolname 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMyOWFQMlBBEAE!2m1!1s0x487c2a4304859f4d:0x5d13c7686d9e93b5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWjkTzjxXgF2zxW2I7V_CJOIZme8_N8yihdGl_V7n6h5OmyYJAu=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sara Hawkins 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBdTZPVTR3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487c2a4304859f4d:0x5d13c7686d9e93b5) Reviews from Google for Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50167766) ## Frequently asked about Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook ### What outdoor space does Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook have? ### What is the address of Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook? ### How does Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Crook Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Crook. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Kidzone Crook · DL15 9BG ](/nursery/kidzone-dl15-9bg-ey240340) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.7 mi ### Westfield House Nursery Crook · DL15 8JL ](/nursery/westfield-house-nursery-dl15-8jl-2852783) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Nurserytime Willington · DL15 0AA ](/nursery/nurserytime-dl15-0aa-2625142) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.3 mi ### Buddies Nursery Bishop Auckland · DL14 7PX 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/buddies-nursery-dl14-7px-ey541824) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.4 mi ### York House Nursery Bishop Auckland · DL14 7NX 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/york-house-nursery-dl14-7nx-550144) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.5 mi ### Daybreak Nursery Bishop Auckland · DL14 0HW ](/nursery/daybreak-nursery-dl14-0hw-314085) [See all nurseries in Crook →](/search?q=Crook) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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