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Kiddikins Nursery # Kiddikins Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Jan 2023) · 4.8 (4 parent reviews) · Sure Start North, Hartlepool Main Centre, Hartlepool, TS24 0TB · Hartlepool Number of places 33 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Hartlepool 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 Kiddikins Nursery, situated in Hartlepool, offers comprehensive day care for children aged 0 to 4 years. The nursery is committed to inclusivity, catering to children with disabilities and additional needs, and providing accessible premises. They also accommodate special dietary and religious/cultural requirements, with a highly trained cook who focuses on nutrition and allergies, using home-grown produce when possible, and adapting meals to suit individual needs. Communication with families is supported through language apps, and children are taught using a variety of methods including visual prompts, Makaton, and vocal instruction. The nursery operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including during school holidays. They offer wraparound care and were rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted in January 2023. What it's like Children thrive in this highly effective nursery. The curriculum is underpinned by a strong focus on developing children's life skills, such as through a bespoke 'home economics' programme. Children develop physical skills, strong relationships with staff, and exceptional behaviour, showing high levels of care and respect for each other. Inclusive setting Caters for special dietary needs Wraparound care available Outstanding Ofsted rating ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on a standard daily rate. Half-day sessions and weekly rates are not offered or carry no charge in the current pricing structure. Good to know - Charged at a standard daily rate. ## Key facts Food Meals provided, catering for special dietary, religious, and cultural needs, with a focus on fresh, home-grown produce and vegetarian options. Opening hours Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 18:00, including school holidays Age range 0 to 4 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2009 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kiddikins Nursery Last inspected 31 January 2023 · Dani Taylor 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 thrive in this highly effective nursery. The curriculum is underpinned by a strong focus on developing children's life skills, such as through a bespoke 'home economics' programme. Children develop physical skills, strong relationships with staff, and exceptional behaviour, showing high levels of care and respect for each other. Inspector highlights - The overarching aim of the nursery's curriculum is to make the world a better place, supporting children to grow into responsible citizens. - Staff meet with families to obtain detailed information about individual needs and developmental stages, ensuring prompt support upon arrival. - Staff use assessment effectively to ensure children make progress, implementing strategies and specific speech and language support activities when needed. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are extremely well supported with individual programmes, ensuring full participation in all routines and activities. - Managers have established excellent links with other professionals, such as healthcare workers, to provide rapid access to support and services for children and families. Inspection #10263051 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209897) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kiddikins Nursery Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10263051 Lead inspector Dani Taylor Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50209897)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY398330) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=kiddikins-nursery-ts24-0tb-ey398330) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > staff are supportive, approachable and have helped their children to thrive. > Staff's communication and support for their families as a strength. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are extremely well supported. Individual programmes of support are implemented on a daily basis. This means that children with SEND access the same curriculum as their peers and can fully participate in all of the nursery's routines and activities. Early years pupil premium funding is used strategically to support the needs of the children in this setting. For example, this year, funding is being used to provide training for all staff in child-appropriate sign language. This will help to support speech and language development for vulnerable children. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. Outdoor space Children smile with joy as they play together, developing a range of physical skills as they roll down the hill and crawl through the tunnel. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of Kiddikins Nursery 4.8 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVXBowlLwTtdjx0DuOXpfgRsPOpvz_9I_GebeW-t37IZLoa3mrC=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Daniel Atkinson 2 years ago Been taking my daughter here since the spring time they have really helped her she was a very shy quite girl who didn't interact well with other kids but now she's happy to go and play with any kids anywhere she is also a very fussy eater and kiddikins have bent over backward helping her trying new foods and even when she didn't like the food they went out there way to make her something that she did like. They honestly do treat your kids like there own can't reccomend them highly enough. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaby1ma2RBEAE!2m1!1s0x487ef470226ab1fb:0xc712ec2ff5e2042b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWe1I4JlbvyymZ5tL9ADAlin7TPdjOmuouqeppv-XzkEmQIVVI=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Ellie 2 years ago Cant thank the staff enough for all their support and helping my daughter grow. A child who was once really shy with other kids and was very picky with food has now completely opened up and experiments with new foods without getting too upset about it. All the staff are lovely and I always know she is in the safest hands when dropping her off. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1eXZlcEt3EAE!2m1!1s0x487ef470226ab1fb:0xc712ec2ff5e2042b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW7xca5ElZXrvALI2hkvnaUYJPe4v9pSwQcyf2FlOFbyXOKaHc=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Amelia Peek a year ago I had the best sleep but then the boys jumped on the couch I was sleeping on do you renember me if not I'm amelia from like 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNYNk1DUnhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487ef470226ab1fb:0xc712ec2ff5e2042b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXOTLOf0KJoOxGQLdV_jpY0LNsrthh9kUS2V6bxwB0BEPEdH3w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Ian Metcalfe 5 years ago Excellent [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR5bnJ6N1VBEAE!2m1!1s0x487ef470226ab1fb:0xc712ec2ff5e2042b) Reviews from Google for Kiddikins Nursery. 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