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Kozy Cottage Childcare

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
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4.0(4 parent reviews) ·8 Enterprise Court, Crosland Park, Cramlington, NE23 1LZ · Northumberland
Number of places
55 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
Northumberland

About this day nursery

Kozy Cottage Childcare Ltd, situated in Cramlington, offers a stimulating and individualised early learning experience. The nursery provides bright and spacious rooms catering to various age groups, complemented by a well-equipped garden featuring an outdoor classroom.

Emphasising creativity, the curriculum incorporates music, dance, yoga, and art-based education, delivered by qualified staff in dedicated creative areas. Children also have access to a sensory room and soft play facilities.

The setting fosters discovery and exploration within its environments. Catering to children from 12 weeks to 10 years, Kozy Cottage operates year-round, closing only for Bank Holidays.

The nursery prides itself on a flexible approach, offering full-time, part-time, and sessional care with an hourly rate system, allowing parents to tailor childcare to their specific needs. Parents can monitor their child's learning 24/7 through the Famly App, facilitating open communication with educators and management.

The nursery is conveniently located near public transport routes and offers free parking.

Our ethos

Kozy Cottage Childcare Ltd emphasises creativity and fosters discovery and exploration, incorporating music, dance, yoga, and art-based education within its curriculum. They also offer a flexible approach to childcare tailored to parents' specific needs.

What it's like

Children quickly join their friends and investigate activities, developing good bonds with their key person, which supports their personal, social and emotional development. Their behaviour is very good, with toddlers and babies playing harmoniously and showing a positive attitude to learning. Children also develop good physical skills and a love for reading.

Creative curriculumFlexible hourly ratesOutdoor classroomSensory roomFamly App communication

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged on an hourly basis with additional flat fees for meals and consumables. Parents can purchase optional daily meals including breakfast, hot lunch, and tea, as well as session-based care packages covering nappies, toiletries, and outdoor wear.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Additional standard and ad-hoc hours are charged at the current hourly rates.
  • Special activities, outings, and event resources are charged individually with prior notice.
  • Care Package 1 includes nappies, wipes, cream, and outdoor wear items.
  • Care Package 2 includes wipes, toilet roll, spare clothes, and outdoor wear items.

Key facts

Opening hours

07:30-17:30 Monday-Friday

Age range

12 weeks to 10 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

full-time, part-time, sessional, hourly

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kozy Cottage Childcare

Last inspected 21 June 2022 · Julie Campbell

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 quickly join their friends and investigate activities, developing good bonds with their key person, which supports their personal, social and emotional development. Their behaviour is very good, with toddlers and babies playing harmoniously and showing a positive attitude to learning. Children also develop good physical skills and a love for reading.

Inspector highlights

  • Partnerships with parents are good, with regular communication and useful stay-and-play sessions.
  • Children benefit from a language-rich environment, with staff engaging them in conversations and introducing new words.
  • Children learn the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles through yoga, discussions about exercise, healthy eating, and dental hygiene.
  • Children learn about the world around them through local walks and by exploring different cultures, celebrations, and festivals.
  • Staff are kind role models who help children manage their feelings and behaviours, regularly praising them to boost self-esteem and confidence.

Areas to develop

  • 1help staff to further develop their understanding of the curriculum so that they are aware of the specific learning intentions for individual children
  • 2focus on professional development opportunities to raise the quality of the teaching to an even higher level
  • 3liaise with other provisions that children attend to share information on children's care, learning and development.
Inspection #10245449 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that they find these sessions very useful and feel included in nursery life.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff work well with other professionals, sharing emerging developmental concerns in a timely manner. They work closely with portage and speech and language to provide specific interventions to help children make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

Children develop good physical skills. Young children climb on the wooden ship and dig in the outside area. Children sit cuddled up with staff in the garden area and share their favourite stories.

Parent Reviews of Kozy Cottage Childcare

4.0
(4)
Geordiegirl
8 months ago

I would not recommend Kozy Cottage at all. There was no communication about my child’s development, and I never received any updates or feedback. It felt like there was no real care or attention given to my child’s growth or well-being. Very disappointing experience.

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John paul Fawcus
5 years ago

Great Nursery staff our outstanding kids love it there not just playing all day there learning though fun activities I would highly recommend Kozy cottage 🙂🙂

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Inspection history

Date: October 2015

  • June 2022Good
  • February 2019Good
  • May 2018Requires improvement
  • August 2017Good
  • October 2015Good

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