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Hazel Dene Childcare # Hazel Dene Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Hesleden Primary School, Hesleden, HARTLEPOOL, TS27 4PT · Durham Number of places 32 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 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 Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd, operating within Hesleden Primary School, offers wrap-around care for children aged 2 to 11 years. As a not-for-profit company, it was established by the school's teachers and governors. The childcare provision includes a Breakfast Club, After School Club, and nursery sessions for both 2-year-olds and those eligible for 30 hours of free childcare. The facility is committed to inclusivity, working with parents of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to plan and implement appropriate support. They encourage prospective parents to visit the nursery and discuss their child's needs. Interested families can contact the childcare manager for details on availability and application procedures, ensuring a tailored approach to admissions for all children. What it's like Children are happy at this welcoming setting. They show that they feel secure and confident as they play and engage deeply in their self-selected activities. Children behave well, and staff are positive role models, maintaining a gentle, calm approach throughout the day. Wrap-around care Not-for-profit SEND inclusive ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 30 hours — working parents (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://hesleden.durham.sch.uk/about-us/school-admissions/) ## Key facts Opening hours Breakfast Club: 7.45-8.45am; After School Club: 3-5pm Age range 2-11 years old Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hazel Dene Childcare Last inspected 18 April 2023 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 this welcoming setting. They show that they feel secure and confident as they play and engage deeply in their self-selected activities. Children behave well, and staff are positive role models, maintaining a gentle, calm approach throughout the day. Inspector highlights - The manager and her team have created a well-thought-out curriculum, which is sequenced and covers all seven areas of learning. - Staff encourage children's communication and language skills well overall and help them learn new words to build vocabulary. - Staff provide children with many opportunities to develop their independence skills, such as putting on outdoor suits and peeling their own fruit. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported extremely well, and they make the best possible progress. - Parents speak extremely highly of the nursery, particularly the warm, welcoming and happy environment, and appreciate the open communication and feedback. Areas to develop - 1 provide time for children to respond to questions to support their thinking and communication even further - 2 embed and monitor the newly implemented training to ensure that practice continually improves Inspection #10279794 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50217303) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hazel Dene Childcare Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10279794 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50217303)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY396157) 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 [ Visit website ](https://hesleden.durham.sch.uk/hazel-dene-childcare/) Hesleden Primary School, Hesleden, HARTLEPOOL, TS27 4PT Opening hours Breakfast Club: 7.45-8.45am; After School Club: 3-5pm [© 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#/-1.31318/54.73691/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near HARTLEPOOL - [Day nurseries in HARTLEPOOL](/search?q=HARTLEPOOL) - [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=hazel-dene-childcare-ltd-ts27-4pt-ey396157) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported extremely well. Staff use a range of strategies to support children with SEND. For example, they use objects of reference effectively to help children to understand what is happening next. Parents comment on these useful strategies and that they then use them at home. As a result, children with SEND make the best possible progress of which they are capable. Outdoor space Younger children spend time outside painting with their hands and brushes. Staff also support children to put on their outdoor suits and wellies, facilitating outdoor play. ## Parent Reviews of Hazel Dene Childcare 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIEnSFTe-pl36r_FWRpzVAQvMWf6wDsQrxtSG3E7bYFe_PVAA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Richie Osunde a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN2dmJ2N0ZREAE!2m1!1s0x487e8ae1754c03a7:0x6b11b2f0d7143ec) Reviews from Google for Hazel Dene Childcare. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=482196524008293356&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2010 - April 2023 Good - September 2017 Good - February 2015 Good - May 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Hazel Dene Childcare ### What is Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd? ### Does Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd? ### Does Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? ### Who established Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd? ### What age range does Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd cater for? ### Can I visit Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd? ## About the setting Hazel Dene Childcare Ltd registered in 2009 and is located in Hartlepool. The setting employs four members of childcare staff, with three holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including two with a level 6 qualification. The setting opens during term time from 7.45am until 5pm, Monday to Friday, and receives funding to provide early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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