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Little Sunshine Childcare

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2021)
·St. Aidans RC Primary School, Coniston Road, Wallsend, NE28 0EP · North Tyneside
Number of places
33 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2021
Local authority
North Tyneside

About this day nursery

Little Sunshine Childcare, established in 2019 in Wallsend, NE28 0EP, is a childcare setting on non-domestic premises that operates from 7:30 am until 5 pm, 50 weeks a year. Rated as Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection on 10/11/2021, the nursery caters to children aged 0-7 years.

Children attending Little Sunshine Childcare are observed to be very happy, often seeking cuddles from the vigilant and caring staff. The nursery places a strong emphasis on physical development for all age groups, with routines such as removing chairs for two-year-olds to strengthen core muscles.

Parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) commend staff for going above and beyond in their support, noting the excellent progress children with SEND make. Staff are proactive in identifying developmental delays and swiftly consult with other professionals, implementing strategies like "now and next boards" and photos to help children anticipate changes.

Little Sunshine Childcare also prioritises health and safety, teaching children handwashing and movement rules within the building. While the outdoor environment is not yet fully developed, the manager has plans to enhance it for high-quality learning, ensuring children can still enjoy fresh air and exercise in safe, well-maintained outdoor spaces.

Parents consistently report their children love attending and feel well-informed about their child's learning journey.

What it's like

Children are very happy attending the nursery, and staff are vigilant and caring. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive excellent support from staff. The nursery promotes safety and health, with children learning handwashing and rules for moving within and outside the building. Staff prioritise children's achievement, with a strong focus on physical development across all age groups, leading to good behaviour and early sharing skills.

Caring staffStrong physical development focusExcellent SEND supportHappy childrenHealth and safety education

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

7.30am until 5pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2019

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Sunshine Childcare

Last inspected 10 November 2021 · Elizabeth Fish

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 attending the nursery, and staff are vigilant and caring. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive excellent support from staff. The nursery promotes safety and health, with children learning handwashing and rules for moving within and outside the building. Staff prioritise children's achievement, with a strong focus on physical development across all age groups, leading to good behaviour and early sharing skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are very happy in the nursery and with staff who are vigilant and caring.
  • There is a strong focus on physical development throughout the nursery.
  • Children learn how to keep themselves healthy and enjoy fresh air and exercise.
  • Children with SEND make good progress, with staff acting swiftly to obtain support from other professionals and implementing their advice.
  • The manager and staff have a very clear understanding of what they want children to learn and plan suitable activities to develop their learning further.
  • Staff have an excellent understanding of how children develop their skills for writing.
  • Staff have a good relationship with parents and the on-site school, supporting a shared approach to learning.
  • The manager is committed to developing the quality of teaching further.
  • The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with good procedures in place to keep children safe.

Areas to develop

  • 1improve observations of staff practice and identify and address minor inconsistencies in the quality of education provided
  • 2ensure that the outdoor learning environment provides high-quality learning experiences for all children
  • 3increase children's enjoyment of books and ensure that children can concentrate fully during story time.
Inspection #10210559 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that their children love coming to the nursery.

parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) believe that staff 'go above and beyond' to support them.

Parents feel that they know what their children are learning in nursery.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) believe that staff 'go above and beyond' to support them. Children with SEND make good progress. Staff are alert to signs that children are not progressing as they should and act swiftly to obtain support from other professionals, implementing advice such as using a 'now and next board' and photos to help children anticipate changes.

Outdoor space

The manager has identified that the outdoor environment needs development as it does not provide high-quality learning opportunities for children who prefer to learn outside. However, the manager has plans in place to develop this. Children enjoy fresh air and exercise, and older children enjoy playing ring games outside. The outdoor areas are safe and well maintained.

Inspection history

Date: November 2021

  • December 2021Good
  • November 2021Good

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