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Little Hearts Pre-School # Little Hearts Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · Sacred Heart RC Aided Junior & Infant School, Byermoor, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE16 6NU · Gateshead Number of places 20 places Age range 3–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Gateshead About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Hearts Pre-School, situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, forms an integral part of Sacred Heart Primary School. It offers a warm and nurturing environment designed to support the holistic development of each child, preparing them for a smooth transition into Reception class. The pre-school benefits from close collaboration with the primary school staff, ensuring a consistent and familiar experience for the children as they progress through their early education. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to foster both academic and personal growth, aligning with the broader Catholic ethos of Sacred Heart Primary School, which prioritises the achievement and well-being of every child. The institution is committed to working in partnership with families and encourages prospective parents to connect directly with the school to understand the full scope of its offerings. Little Hearts Pre-School aims to instil a love of learning and a strong foundation for future success within a supportive community. What it's like Children are very happy and settled in this nurturing pre-school. They confidently enter the pre-school, greet their friends and are eager to start their day. Children use resources to create games and play imaginatively, for example, creating a parrot from dough or pretending golf tees are candles in a birthday cake. They enthusiastically sing 'Happy Birthday' to their friends and use mathematical language in their play, counting and measuring as they make dough. Part of Sacred Heart Primary School Smooth transition to Reception Catholic ethos ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://sacredheartbyermoor.bwcet.com/about-us/admissions/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 9am until 3pm Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2009 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Hearts Pre-School Last inspected 16 June 2023 · 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 are very happy and settled in this nurturing pre-school. They confidently enter the pre-school, greet their friends and are eager to start their day. Children use resources to create games and play imaginatively, for example, creating a parrot from dough or pretending golf tees are candles in a birthday cake. They enthusiastically sing 'Happy Birthday' to their friends and use mathematical language in their play, counting and measuring as they make dough. Inspector highlights - The manager provides excellent support to the team, including regular meetings, training, and supervision sessions. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good, with quick identification of needs and individual plans put in place. - Parents report that staff are warm, caring and nurturing, and the pre-school uses an online app to share photos and learning information with parents. - The manager and her team have an ambitious curriculum that is sequenced to support children's continued development. - Staff have high expectations of children's behaviour, encouraging them to resolve conflicts and helping them learn empathy. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff's understanding of curriculum intentions to enable them to focus specifically on what children need to learn next - 2 provide children with more time to respond in conversation and independently think through their ideas to extend learning even further Inspection #10289144 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223283) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that staff are warm, caring and nurturing. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good. Children who might need additional support are identified quickly. Staff work closely with the local authority, other childcare providers and health visitors. The dedicated special educational needs coordinator ensures individual plans are put in place to help them to make the best possible progress. Outdoor space Children have excellent opportunities to develop their physical skills. They access a well-resourced outdoor area and forest school, using planks and crates to create their own obstacle course, which helps to develop their balance and coordination. Children are also beginning to carry out their own risk assessments of the outdoor area. Inspection history - June 2023 Good - November 2017 Outstanding - March 2015 Good - January 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Hearts Pre-School ### Does Little Hearts Pre-School have an Ofsted rating? ### What holiday or wraparound care is available at Little Hearts Pre-School? ### From what age does Little Hearts Pre-School accept children? ### What does Little Hearts Pre-School do well? ### How many places does Little Hearts Pre-School have? ## Nearby day nurseries in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Hearts Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.6 mi ### Rowlands Gill Under Fives Rowlands Gill · NE39 2PP ](/nursery/rowlands-gill-under-fives-ne39-2pp-ey388660) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.8 mi ### Whickham Parochial Preschool & OSC Newcastle upon Tyne · NE16 5QW ](/nursery/whickham-parochial-pre-school-ne16-5qw-2634328) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Spring - Highfield Rowlands Gill · NE39 1EH ](/nursery/spring-highfield-ne39-1eh-ey539476) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.8 mi ### Spring - Winlaton Winlaton · NE21 6LT ](/nursery/spring-winlaton-ne21-6lt-ey539481) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.9 mi ### Duckpool Pre-School Whickham · NE16 4HB ](/nursery/duckpool-pre-school-c-i-c-ne16-4hb-ey421767) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Emeralds Little Gems Daycare - Stanley House Stanley · DH9 0BL ](/nursery/emeralds-little-gems-daycare-stanley-house-dh9-0bl-ey549484) [See all nurseries in NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE →](/search?q=NEWCASTLE+UPON+TYNE) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Hearts Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10289144 Lead inspector Julie Campbell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223283)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY396552) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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