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Fenham Playgroup

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2025)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·West End United Reformed Church, Lanercost Drive, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 2DE · Newcastle upon Tyne
Number of places
48 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2025
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne

About this day nursery

Fenham Playgroup offers a nurturing and stimulating setting for young children in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, located within the United Reformed Church. The playgroup is dedicated to providing a secure, joyous, and inviting space where children can thrive and learn at their own pace.

Emphasising a broad, balanced, and diverse curriculum based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, the Playgroup ensures that every child's individual needs, interests, and abilities are met. They actively promote the five outcomes of the Every Child Matters framework in all aspects of their policy and practice, fostering confidence and self-esteem through celebrating achievements.

Fenham Playgroup strongly values strong partnerships with parents, staff, other professionals, local schools, and the wider community, encouraging an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. The playgroup strives for high-quality education, job satisfaction for its staff, and equal opportunities, continuously investing in staff development and necessary resources.

Our ethos

Fenham Playgroup is dedicated to providing a secure, joyous, and inviting space for children to thrive and learn at their own pace, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and promoting the five outcomes of the Every Child Matters framework. They value strong partnerships with parents and the community, aiming for high-quality education and inclusivity.

What it's like

Children arrive happily and settle quickly, eager to join in activities. Staff welcome them warmly into the relaxed and appealing environment, which helps to support children's emotional security and well-being. The playgroup provides a well-planned and engaging curriculum that, overall, supports children's learning and development effectively.

Safe and Stimulating EnvironmentEYFS CurriculumStrong Parent Partnerships

Pricing & funding

Charges are structured around three session options: morning, afternoon, or full-day care. Fees for all session types include two meals per day, medical assistance, and both indoor and outdoor activities.

  • Morning Kiddie£10 / day
  • Afternoon Kiddie£15 / day
  • All Day Kiddie£20 / day

Good to know

  • Fees include 2 meals per day.
  • Fees include medical assistance.
  • Fees include indoor and outdoor activities.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday-Friday, 8.45am till 2.45 pm (term time only)

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Fenham Playgroup

Last inspected 14 March 2025 · Clare Wilkins

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 settle quickly, eager to join in activities. Staff welcome them warmly into the relaxed and appealing environment, which helps to support children's emotional security and well-being. The playgroup provides a well-planned and engaging curriculum that, overall, supports children's learning and development effectively.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff support children's independent learning well and promote critical thinking.
  • The curriculum supports children's learning very well, including mathematical knowledge.
  • Active play and exercise are important parts of the daily routine and support physical development.
  • Staff teach children good hygiene habits and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Managers regularly review teaching practice and provide feedback to staff to build on their skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop staff's confidence and expertise in teaching early mathematics to help to deepen children's understanding of mathematical concepts
  • 2give children more consistent and positive guidance about the expectations for their behaviour.
Inspection #10380550 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use additional funding to help to support children's progress. For example, the playgroup provides additional education hours to extend children's opportunities to learn. Staff provide additional resources to help children to develop particular skills in areas where they need more support.

Outdoor space

During outdoor play, children have the freedom to explore and move confidently. Children develop balance and coordination, for example when they walk across the tyres.

Parent Reviews of Fenham Playgroup

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Inspection history

Date: June 2019

  • March 2025Good
  • June 2019Good

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