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Little Rainbows Nursery in Wallsend

Ofsted: Inadequate
(Aug 2024)
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4.7(13 parent reviews) ·16 Wooley Street, Wallsend, NE28 6HB · North Tyneside
Number of places
—
Age range
Not Listed
Last inspected
Aug 2024
Local authority
North Tyneside

About this day nursery

Little Rainbows Nursery, established in November 2021, offers adaptable and budget-friendly childcare services in Wallsend and surrounding North Tyneside. The nursery centres its educational philosophy on child-led, play-based learning, incorporating the principles of Hygge and The Curiosity Approach to foster a comfortable, home-like environment.

The nursery’s facilities are thoughtfully designed to provide a calm and peaceful setting where children can learn, explore, and discover in a secure and supportive atmosphere. Emphasising curiosity as a catalyst for a love of learning, Little Rainbows Nursery provides a nature-inspired space that encourages exploration and discovery.

The dedicated staff are committed to supporting each child’s unique developmental journey, promoting independence and a sense of wonder through thoughtful and responsive guidance. The nursery also provides nutritionally balanced meals prepared fresh daily, caters to various dietary needs, and offers a secure, private garden for outdoor play and exploration.

Parents receive regular updates via the Famly app, detailing their child's activities, nap times, and meals, fostering a strong connection between home and nursery. The nursery also prioritises fostering independence in children through various activities and child-accessible storage solutions.

Our ethos

At Little Rainbows, we believe curiosity sparks a child's love for learning. Our nature-inspired environment encourages exploration and discovery, with a child-led approach that invites awe and wonder. Our dedicated staff support each child's unique journey, nurturing independence, and a sense of curiosity through thoughtful and responsive guidance.

What it's like

This provision meets requirements. The report is based on discussions with the provider and an inspection of the premises and documentation, as no children in the early years age range were present during the inspection. The provider has implemented a detailed action plan and made improvements since the last inspection.

Child-led learningHygge principlesThe Curiosity ApproachNutritionally balanced mealsSecure private garden

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

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Key facts

Opening hours

7am-6pm, Monday-Friday. Open 51 weeks per year.

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Rainbows Nursery

Last inspected 21 August 2024

Overall effectiveness
Inadequate
Quality of education
Inadequate

What it's like to attend

This provision meets requirements. The report is based on discussions with the provider and an inspection of the premises and documentation, as no children in the early years age range were present during the inspection. The provider has implemented a detailed action plan and made improvements since the last inspection.

Inspector highlights

  • The provider discussed how she intends to provide an appropriate curriculum for children and how she plans to evaluate children's development to help prepare them for the next stage in their learning.
  • The provider explained how she expects staff to manage children's behaviour, including how staff would encourage children's positive attitudes to learning through providing quality interactions.
  • A detailed action plan has been implemented and improvements have been made since the last inspection. For example, an appropriate procedure for staff support, coaching and training is in place.
  • The provider understands her responsibility to work effectively in partnership with other professionals in order to meet children's individual care and learning needs, including children with special educational needs or disabilities.
  • The provider also ensures there are procedures in place for effective working with parents. For example, she will ensure that information is shared with parents via an online platform.
Inspection #10349152 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The provider understands her responsibility to work effectively in partnership with other professionals in order to meet children's individual care and learning needs, including children with special educational needs or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Children have access to outdoor play and exercise to help children to develop their physical skills.

Parent Reviews of Little Rainbows Nursery

4.7
(13)
Laura Alderson
8 months ago

Wonderful nursery, my 2 year old son goes here and the staff are amazing at what they do, Steph and marnie are lovely and make sure I know everything he does while he’s there. Recommend this nursery to anyone that is thinking of putting their little one in a nursery.

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Omon Okoh
2 years ago

Little Rainbows is an amazing, warm and friendly nursery with exceptionally dedicated, skilled, inclusive, kind and loving staff. I have seen my daughter grow in leaps and bounds since being there, I can tell she has a swell time everyday. Being able to get updates/photos on the app is also a huge plus. I highly recommend Little Rainbows for any anxious first time mum like myself.

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Gemma Cullen
2 years ago

Lovely, friendly nursery. My son has settled here amazingly. It is evident how much the staff care for the children and communication with parents is great. They always share updates about what the children have been doing and there is plenty for them to do!

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Karly Appleby
4 years ago

Lovely nursery and lovely staff. My daughter after being born just before lockdown had never been away from either her Dad or me before. Lots of reassurance from the staff for Marnie and me and within a few sessions she loves going to nursery. Loads of options like playgroup rather than full nursery days so works perfect for us

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Lance R
2 years ago

I called the nursery to inquire about immediately available slots for my toddler. They instructed me to come in to tour the facility and obtain the necessary application forms. My wife and I took time off work to visit the nursery on a mutually agreed-upon date and time. During our visit, we were given a tour and had the opportunity to ask numerous questions, all of which were answered satisfactorily. I had a positive impression of the nursery, so I decided to complete and submit the lengthy application forms. Later that day I returned to the nursery to drop off the completed form. I didn't receive an acknowledgement of the submitted form, so I called the nursery again, only to be informed, "Sorry, we don't have any openings at this time." No options were provided either. This was frustrating, it made me question why they would waste both our time and theirs if they knew from the start that there were no available slots. Their decision-making has left me hesitant to consider the nursery for my child in the future.

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Inspection history

Date: March 2024

  • September 2024Inadequate
  • May 2024Inadequate
  • March 2024Inadequate

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