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Little Bears Childrens Day Nursery Chapel House

Ofsted: Good
(May 2022)
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3.3(3 Google reviews) ·2 Frenton Close, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE5 1EH · Newcastle upon Tyne
Number of places
99 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
May 2022
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne

About this day nursery

Little Bears Childrens Day Nursery Ltd is a family-operated childcare provider in Newcastle upon Tyne, offering a stimulating and secure environment across its three locations in East Denton, Chapel House, and Newbiggin Hall. The day nursery is dedicated to fostering learning through play, helping children build friendships, and achieve their full potential.

They cater to children from birth to five years, providing individualised attention to develop skills, interests, and a positive approach to learning. The nursery promotes good manners, independence, and consideration for others, and is fully Ofsted registered.

They offer both full-time and part-time placements, and provide freshly prepared, nutritionally balanced meals. Families with more than one child benefit from a 5% sibling discount, and new children are welcomed with three complimentary introductory sessions.

Convenient off-road parking is also available at their facilities.

What it's like

Children at this nursery are happy and confident, forming positive relationships with staff and peers. They have adapted well to changes, including those due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and are happy to separate from parents. Staff know the children well, planning activities that align with their interests and developmental next steps, fostering exploration and independence.

Family-run businessNutritionally balanced mealsSibling discountFree introductory sessions

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 7:30am – 6:00pm. Closed bank holidays and the week between Christmas and New year.

Food

Freshly prepared and nutritionally balanced meals

Age range

birth to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Bears Childrens Day Nursery Chapel House

Last inspected 27 May 2022

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 at this nursery are happy and confident, forming positive relationships with staff and peers. They have adapted well to changes, including those due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and are happy to separate from parents. Staff know the children well, planning activities that align with their interests and developmental next steps, fostering exploration and independence.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders are passionate about the nursery and reflective on their practice.
  • Staff have opportunities for training and professional development, and their well-being is highly valued.
  • The special educational needs coordinator provides excellent support to staff for children with SEND, and funding is used effectively for one-to-one support and a sensory room.
  • Staff support children in recognising emotions and feelings, using tools like a "feelings jar".
  • Partnership with parents is a strength, with parents feeling informed and supported by the nursery staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1support children's communication and language further by giving children more time to answer questions, and model language effectively so that all children can use the correct words when communicating
  • 2provide babies and younger children with more opportunities to benefit from the outdoor area, and to extend and challenge their physical development.
Inspection #10229766 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported very well in this inclusive setting. Leaders and staff are aware of children's individual needs, making adaptations such as adding a ramp to the outdoors and creating a sensory area. The special educational needs coordinator has excellent knowledge and supports staff in creating plans for children, and funding is used effectively for one-to-one support and a sensory room. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to ensure exceptional support for children with SEND.

Outdoor space

Most children benefit from opportunities to access a purpose-built outdoor area, which supports their physical development. Older children use the well-resourced outdoor area for active play and to develop physical skills such as climbing and balancing. However, there are limited opportunities for babies and younger children to access the outdoor environment to further challenge their physical skills.

Google Reviews of Little Bears Childrens Day Nursery Chapel House

3.3
(3 Google reviews)
samantha parker
9 years ago

My boy has been here a few weeks and so far I think it's fine the staff are friendly enough and they seem to have lots of activitys for the children to do.

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Inspection history

Date: January 2017

  • May 2022Good
  • January 2017Good

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