Opening hours
Mon-Thu: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Fri: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Little Cubs Days Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2023)
Number of places
68 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2023
Local authority
Durham
About this day nursery
Little Cubs Days Nursery, located in Newton Aycliffe, offers exceptional full-day care for children from birth to school age within a safe, engaging, and supportive environment. The nursery prides itself on its outstanding facilities, which include age-specific rooms and outdoor gardens, all designed to foster a sense of belonging and create cherished memories.
Operating year-round for 51 weeks, Little Cubs is dedicated to nurturing young minds and promoting a love of learning. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, with a strong emphasis on developing independent thinkers, problem-solvers, and communicators.
The nursery values strong partnerships with parents, ensuring open communication and celebrating each child's achievements. Healthy, nutritious meals and snacks are provided, aligning with a healthy setting framework.
Little Cubs is committed to making high-quality early education accessible through funded places, and also hosts special events like Graduation Ceremonies and Christmas Nativities. The dedicated team focuses on creating a positive and stimulating environment where children can thrive, explore, and grow.
Our ethos
Little Cubs Days Nursery's curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. They are committed to developing independent thinkers, problem-solvers, and communicators, fostering a love of learning within a safe, engaging, and supportive environment. The nursery also values strong partnerships with parents, ensuring open communication and celebrating each child's achievements.
What it's like
Children arrive happy and eager to start their day. They are safe, secure, and display trusting bonds with staff. Children are confident and self-assured, enjoying many activities and play opportunities.
Ofsted registeredEYFS curriculumYear-round careHealthy meals and snacksFunded places available
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
Key facts
Food
Healthy, nutritious meals and snacks provided.
Age range
0-4 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Session types
full day
Waitlist
Contact nursery for availability.
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Little Cubs Days Nursery
Last inspected 19 January 2023
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 arrive happy and eager to start their day. They are safe, secure, and display trusting bonds with staff. Children are confident and self-assured, enjoying many activities and play opportunities.
Inspector highlights
- Children arrive happy and eager to start their day.
- Children are confident and self-assured and enjoy the many activities and play opportunities provided for them.
- Children play outdoors in all weathers to support their learning and well-being.
- The nursery's curriculum is designed to support children to make progress across the different areas of learning.
- Partnerships with parents are very good.
Areas to develop
- 1extend children's communication and language skills through the use of more- descriptive language to widen the breadth of vocabulary
- 2consider the organisation of group activities to allow children who are motivated to learn to join the activity.
Inspection #10263497 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
the care and love children receive provides children with the skills to make excellent progress
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff are proactive in acquiring new skills to meet the needs of the children, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. For example, they have completed training to enhance their skills in sign language to further support communication skills. Staff work effectively with other professionals to ensure that all children make good progress in their learning.
Outdoor space
Children play outdoors in all weathers to support their learning and well-being. Babies use their increasing balance as they crawl and walk around, and older children negotiate space as they use wheeled toys and bicycles.
Inspection history
Date: June 2010
- January 2023Good
- May 2017Good
- March 2015Good
- June 2010Good
Frequently asked about Little Cubs Days Nursery
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