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Keele University Day Nursery # Keele University Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2021) · 5.0 (5 parent reviews) · University of Keele, Keele, NEWCASTLE, ST5 5BG · Staffordshire Number of places 128 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Staffordshire 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 Keele University Day Nursery, situated in Newcastle-under-Lyme, operates as a comprehensive childcare provider dedicated to supporting the university community and local families. The nursery prides itself on offering not only educational and developmental care but also inclusive meal plans, cooked fresh daily by university chefs at Keele Hall. It provides various session options, including full days and half days, with the flexibility of additional hourly care. The nursery actively supports government funding initiatives for early years education, making its services accessible to a wider range of families, including those with 9-month-old children and 3-year-olds. Furthermore, Keele University Day Nursery extends a sibling discount for children attending full-time, showcasing a commitment to family support. The institution is recognised for its high standards, as evidenced by its "Top 20 award 2019" recognition. While primarily serving the university's staff and students, the nursery also plays a role in the wider community by offering quality childcare solutions. The nursery emphasises a nurturing environment where children receive balanced meals and continuous hydration throughout the day, ensuring their well-being and fostering a positive learning experience. What it's like Children are happy and enthusiastic upon arrival, quickly settling into routines. They learn through a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND, leading to rapid progress for all. University-affiliated Offers government funding Inclusive meal plan Sibling discount ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around morning, afternoon, full day, and full week sessions. Morning sessions include lunch, and an hourly rate is available for extra hours. A sibling discount is offered for children attending full-time. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds Good to know - Morning session includes lunch. - Sibling discount of 10% is available for children attending full time. ## Key facts Food Breakfast, a two-course hot lunch cooked by university chefs, and a light tea are included. Drinks (water and milk) are freely available. Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 1989 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Keele University Day Nursery Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10072569 Lead inspector Angela Hulme Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174474)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/218444) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=keele-university-day-nursery-st5-5bg-218444) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Keele University Day Nursery Last inspected 17 November 2021 · Angela Hulme Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are happy and enthusiastic upon arrival, quickly settling into routines. They learn through a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities. Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND, leading to rapid progress for all. Inspector highlights - The manager is very enthusiastic and passionate and shows extreme dedication to the quality of education that children receive. - Staff are approachable and always make time to talk to parents, offering reassurance and guidance as well as advice on home learning. - Leaders and staff inspire a love of books and singing from infancy, which helps children to develop communication, language and early literacy skills. - Babies and children are supported exceptionally well to develop their physical skills. - Children are extremely well prepared in readiness for their eventual move to school. Inspection #10072569 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174474) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have extremely high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff work closely with external professionals as well as with parents of children with SEND to help ensure their provision is inclusive. Outdoor space Children display consistently high levels of confidence and independence. This is illustrated as they enthusiastically talk about their experiences at forest school. They demonstrate how they worked together as a team to pull a bow saw back and forth to cut pieces of wood for the campfire. Children relish the opportunities to learn directly about nature as they grow and eat vegetables from the nursery's vegetable plot. Babies use their senses and whole bodies as they splash enthusiastically in the water tray. They cruise around furniture and become fascinated as they keenly crawl through fallen leaves. Children navigate challenging obstacles and learn how to keep themselves safe. For example, during forest school, they climb and swing on trees and safely toast marshmallows on the campfire. ## Parent Reviews of Keele University Day Nursery 5.0 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXXQTOLqjenfWpgBhRTKRoRUEJfpwZ5i4KWOxEafskiakzrDVCkUA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sarah Allen 7 years ago Fantastic nursery! Great staff and facilities. My daughter loved attending this nursery, I would 100% recommend to anyone. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBNE1EaDl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487a6798d25241d7:0x11080381000946e9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIQMYHYzl-Cz7deso-wQNANwae0UUSj7PZOVhxYBGPls8iQPlqa=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Martin Card 9 years ago Excellent place, amazing staff and great modern building. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRcDdlcWpRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487a6798d25241d7:0x11080381000946e9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVK5CbJgXqxvr3Ac80wtoi_u_3JTpYLpFudHuRso820W0fSOX6WWQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Rahul Mourya 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNodGJDMU9nEAE!2m1!1s0x487a6798d25241d7:0x11080381000946e9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVBobPnSOIKFmUhMtdkv6klofTDh9mVqTdA1NWgG5hk_Lca_uemPQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) cybec 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRdEphS0tBEAE!2m1!1s0x487a6798d25241d7:0x11080381000946e9) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV5jP3JLTwIAwEWw2PFGC-PsrC0D8uswaAduT3N21mSTUasVQdtRA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Yusuf Koc 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnNWVhQy13RRAB!2m1!1s0x487a6798d25241d7:0x11080381000946e9) Reviews from Google for Keele University Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1227234751044732649&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2021 Date: November 2011 - November 2021 Outstanding - April 2016 Good - July 2012 Good - November 2011 Inadequate ## Frequently asked about Keele University Day Nursery ### How are meals handled at Keele University Day Nursery? ### How can Keele University Day Nursery be contacted? ### What are the opening hours at Keele University Day Nursery? ### What part of the country is Keele University Day Nursery in? ### Is Keele University Day Nursery a private nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in NEWCASTLE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Keele University Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Smylers Preschool/Wraparound Newcastle · ST5 6QJ ](/nursery/smylers-preschool-wraparound-st5-6qj-ey451573) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Westlands Little Stars Childcare Newcastle · ST5 2QY 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/westlands-little-stars-childcare-st5-2qy-ey369083) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.4 mi ### Side By Side Newcastle-Under-Lyme · ST5 6EH 5.0(17 reviews) ](/nursery/side-by-side-st5-6eh-2593375) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Newcastle Kindergarten Newcastle-Under-Lyme · ST5 6DH ](/nursery/newcastle-kindergarten-st5-6dh-2765287) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Early Days Nursery Newcastle · ST5 2ND 4.9(32 reviews) ](/nursery/early-days-nursery-st5-2nd-ey216550) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.7 mi ### Seabridge Little Stars Childcare Newcastle · ST5 3PJ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/seabridge-little-stars-childcare-st5-3pj-2798021) [See all nurseries in NEWCASTLE →](/search?q=NEWCASTLE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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