Flowerpots

About this day nursery

Flowerpots Children's Nursery, nestled in the heart of Evenwood village, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, operates as a unique social enterprise, committing to reinvesting any surplus funds back into enhancing the nursery environment. This dedication ensures a continuous improvement in their facilities and resources, directly benefiting the children in their care.

Rooted in the belief that outstanding early years education is a fundamental right for every child, Flowerpots places a high value on the inseparable link between quality care and effective education. Their philosophy is deeply influenced by the idea that play is the cornerstone of a child's learning journey, fostering a sensitive and communicative approach between staff and children.

The nursery prides itself on building strong partnerships based on mutual respect and integrity, coupled with a commitment to honesty and transparency in all their dealings. They strive to create an enriching environment where children are empowered to communicate and engage with the world around them, guided by a team that prioritises direct communication and affectionate support.

Our ethos

Flowerpots Children's Nursery operates as a social enterprise, reinvesting surplus funds into enhancing the nursery environment. They believe outstanding early years education is a right, valuing the link between quality care and effective education. Their philosophy is that play is the cornerstone of learning, fostering a sensitive and communicative approach between staff and children. Flowerpots is committed to honesty, transparency, and building partnerships based on mutual respect and integrity, empowering children to engage with the world through direct communication and affectionate support.

What it's like

Children are happy and have enjoyable and valuable play and learning experiences. They have warm and affectionate attachments with staff and demonstrate they feel emotionally secure. Children make good progress and thrive because staff have high expectations of them.

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age bands for full-day and half-day sessions. Additional consumable and food charges apply to funded sessions, though parents can discuss alternative options if they wish to provide their own items. The nursery operates 51 weeks a year.