--- title: "Kirklands at Startforth — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted" description: "Kirklands at Startforth, a nursery in Barnard Castle — Rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Kirklands at Startforth # Kirklands at Startforth Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Apr 2023) · Startforth Community Centre, High Startforth, Barnard Castle, DL12 9AQ · Durham Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Durham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kirklands at Startforth, established in 2021, is an Outstanding-rated childcare setting cater for children aged 2 to 4 years. Open Monday to Friday, all year round, with sessions running from 7:30 am to 6 pm, the nursery focuses on promoting healthy lifestyles and well-being. The curriculum is creative and progressive, with a strong emphasis on mathematics woven into daily activities, such as comparing worm sizes in the garden or measuring water for baking. Children engage in detailed conversations with staff who introduce new vocabulary, enhancing their language development. The nursery boasts a spacious enclosed garden where children actively participate in growing raspberries, beans, and herbs from compost. The wooded area of the garden helps children develop spatial awareness and physical skills by navigating obstacles. Staff encourage independence and a sense of ownership, with children helping to peel fruit at snack time and performing shows on a pretend stage. The manager supports staff in developing their skills, including coordinating support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). What it's like Children learn how to stay healthy and happy at this welcoming and very friendly nursery. There is strong focus on healthy lifestyles and well-being. Staff help children develop a sense of ownership and belonging. Healthy Lifestyles Focus Outstanding Teaching Creative Curriculum Outdoor Learning Vocabulary Development SEND Support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kirklands at Startforth Last inspected 26 April 2023 · Julie Foers 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 learn how to stay healthy and happy at this welcoming and very friendly nursery. There is strong focus on healthy lifestyles and well-being. Staff help children develop a sense of ownership and belonging. Inspector highlights - Younger and older children learn and explore together through a wide range of challenging and exciting experiences and activities. - Staff thoughtfully plan spaces the children use, providing rich opportunities for exploration with tactile and natural materials. - Teaching is of a consistently high quality throughout the setting. - Children enjoy detailed conversations with staff who introduce new words to help extend their vocabulary. - The experienced and well-qualified staff work together very well as a team, supporting each other and receiving support from the manager for their well-being and development. Inspection #10281160 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218991) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kirklands at Startforth Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10281160 Lead inspector Julie Foers Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218991)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2631907) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=kirklands-at-startforth-dl12-9aq-2631907) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > compassionate, professional, highly motivated and very supportive Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The manager encourages staff to develop their skills, supporting them to take responsibility for key areas, such as literacy and mathematics, and to coordinate support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children observe how waste turns into compost and use this to help grow raspberries, beans and herbs in the nursery's enclosed garden. Children stretch and climb in the wooded area of the spacious garden, and staff design the layout so children learn to navigate their way around obstacles and develop their spatial awareness. Inspection history Date: April 2023 - June 2023 Outstanding - April 2023 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Kirklands at Startforth ### What is the address of Kirklands at Startforth? ### What stands out about Kirklands at Startforth? ### From what age does Kirklands at Startforth accept children? ### Open hours at Kirklands at Startforth? ### How do parents describe Kirklands at Startforth? ### Does Kirklands at Startforth have an Ofsted rating? ### Which funded childcare options does Kirklands at Startforth accept? ## Nearby day nurseries in Barnard Castle Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Kirklands at Startforth. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Green Lane Nursery and Childcare Centre Barnard Castle · DL12 8LG ](/nursery/green-lane-nursery-and-childcare-centre-dl12-8lg-ey252401) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Little Meadows Nursery Barnard Castle · DL12 8XT ](/nursery/little-meadows-nursery-dl12-8xt-2721980) - [ Ofsted: Good 7.8 mi ### Holmedale Pre-school Richmond · DL11 7ET ](/nursery/holmedale-pre-school-limited-dl11-7et-2604200) - [ Ofsted: Good 8.2 mi ### Dawn Till Dusk Childcare Barnard Castle · DL12 0TG 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/dawn-till-dusk-childcare-dl12-0tg-ey274336) - [ Ofsted: Good 8.9 mi ### Flowerpots Bishop Auckland · DL14 9RE ](/nursery/flowerpots-dl14-9re-ey409964) [See all nurseries in Barnard Castle →](/search?q=Barnard+Castle) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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