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Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare # Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare in Hartlepool (TS25 5SR) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2021) · 6 Oxford Road, Hartlepool, TS25 5SR · Hartlepool Number of places 45 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2021 Local authority Hartlepool About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare in Hartlepool opened in 2019 and provides childcare for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am until 5:30 pm, closing only for bank holidays and two weeks over Christmas. The latest Ofsted inspection, on 23rd July 2021, rated the nursery as 'Good'. What it's like Staff welcome new children into their 'nursery family' and there is a nurturing, warm atmosphere where all parents and carers are valued. Children show they feel secure and happy there. They build self-confidence, resilience and have close relationships with staff, who care deeply for their well-being. Nurturing Environment Effective SEND Support Outdoor Play Opportunities Strong Parent Partnerships Curiosity and Excitement ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 5.30pm, excluding bank holidays and two weeks at Christmas. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare Last inspected 23 July 2021 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 Staff welcome new children into their 'nursery family' and there is a nurturing, warm atmosphere where all parents and carers are valued. Children show they feel secure and happy there. They build self-confidence, resilience and have close relationships with staff, who care deeply for their well-being. Inspector highlights - Staff are dedicated and passionate about their work with children and are supported exceptionally well by the new provider. - Gaps in children's learning are closing and staff quickly identify where support is needed, consistently modelling new words. - Staff use their knowledge of children's individual development to provide challenges and plan activities. - Children have plenty of opportunities to enjoy physical play and be outdoors, showing a good understanding of their own safety. - Babies and young children show high levels of curiosity and excitement, thoroughly enjoying choosing where they would like to play and learn. Areas to develop - 1 provide ways for older children to practice and further develop their new skills during their independent play - 2 enable young children to express themselves creatively and develop their own ideas during planned activities Inspection #10202145 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50167929) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare Inspection date Jul 2021 Inspection no. 10202145 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50167929)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2504104) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-rays-of-sunshine-daycare-ts25-5sr-2504104) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents provide positive feedback and say staff meet their children's specific care needs exceptionally well. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported effectively and staff are building new partnerships within the local authority. Outdoor space Children have plenty of opportunities to enjoy physical play and be outdoors. They show a good understanding of their own safety and tell staff why they need sun cream on and how to walk down the stairs safely using the handrail. Inspection history Date: July 2021 - August 2021 Good - July 2021 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare ### What is Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare working on developing? ### What does Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare do well? ### Where is Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare located? ### Does Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare have an Ofsted rating? ### How does Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Hartlepool Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Little Rays of Sunshine Daycare Hartlepool · TS25 1SQ ](/nursery/little-rays-of-sunshine-daycare-ts25-1sq-2872534) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Little Treasures Day Nursery Hartlepool · TS25 1QU ](/nursery/little-treasures-day-nursery-ts25-1qu-ey345364) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### Bloom Childcare Hartlepool · TS24 7LE ](/nursery/bloom-childcare-limited-ts24-7le-2877279) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Ready Steady Grow Hartlepool · TS26 9NP 3.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/ready-steady-grow-ts26-9np-ey430611) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Lonsdale Nursery Hartlepool · TS26 8JB ](/nursery/lonsdale-nursery-ts26-8jb-ey410762) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Footprints Learning for Life Hartlepool · TS24 8HA ](/nursery/footprints-learning-for-life-limited-ts24-8ha-ey477633) [See all nurseries in Hartlepool →](/search?q=Hartlepool) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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