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Little Waves Day Nursery # Little Waves Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2024) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 1a Emily Street East, SEAHAM, SR7 7SH · Durham Number of places 48 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Durham About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Waves Day Nursery, established in 2016, provides childcare from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am until 6pm, for children aged between 2 and 4 years. The all-year setting, which received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 26th September 2024, focuses on a balanced curriculum tailored to children's interests, ensuring they are happy, confident, and eager to participate in activities. The nursery places a strong emphasis on developing independence, with staff supporting children in tasks such as putting on their wetsuits and wellingtons for outdoor play, fostering a sense of pride in their accomplishments. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are extremely well supported through collaborative efforts with external agencies and parents. Staff create individualised plans and offer regular meetings and support for parents through the referral process, using visual aids in the nursery and at home to enhance understanding. The nursery fosters a positive environment where children demonstrate high levels of concentration and good manners, preparing them effectively for school. Parents consistently praise the committed and knowledgeable staff team for their detailed feedback and the trusting relationships built within the nursery. What it's like Children settle quickly and are happy, confident and eager to participate in activities that are carefully planned to support their interests. Staff celebrate children's efforts and successes, making them feel safe and secure. Children show high levels of concentration and use good manners, which helps prepare them for school. Good Ofsted rating Strong parent partnerships Excellent SEND support Focus on independence Enthusiastic staff ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Waves Day Nursery Last inspected 26 September 2024 · Eileen Grimes 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 settle quickly and are happy, confident and eager to participate in activities that are carefully planned to support their interests. Staff celebrate children's efforts and successes, making them feel safe and secure. Children show high levels of concentration and use good manners, which helps prepare them for school. Inspector highlights - The management team has a clear vision and staff successfully implement a balanced curriculum. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are extremely well supported. - Staff are extremely enthusiastic in their engagement with children, encouraging them to play and explore. - Partnerships with parents are strong, with close collaboration to ensure a consistent approach to learning. - Staff work exceptionally well as a team, and the manager shows high regard for staff well-being. Areas to develop - 1 make sure that staff consistently ask children questions that deepen their thinking and allow them to solve more challenging problems - 2 ensure that staff training is more clearly focused on improving outcomes for children. Inspection #10364081 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258891) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > the committed and knowledgeable staff team Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are extremely well supported. Staff work alongside external agencies and parents to plan and implement targets to help children reach their potential. Regular meetings and support for parents through the referral process are offered, and staff use pictures to support children's understanding, with parents supported to use these at home. Outdoor space Staff help and support children to put on their own wetsuits and wellingtons to play outside. Older children show pride as they do this without help. ## Parent Reviews of Little Waves Day Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVn9E4Vm5sZzqCM8Uo0Kckf2AxGGCvSjervHx0lGHf4TExYkMPR=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) David Lillie a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURfcU1TTGdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e60e26af986b1:0x86c9dec0b0ad86a3) Reviews from Google for Little Waves Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9712538990580434595&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history - September 2024 Good - January 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Waves Day Nursery ### How did Little Waves Day Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What is the age range at Little Waves Day Nursery? ### What outdoor space does Little Waves Day Nursery use? ### Where is Little Waves Day Nursery located? ### How does Little Waves Day Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in SEAHAM Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Waves Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Seaham Kindergarten Seaham · SR7 7BN ](/nursery/seaham-kindergarten-sr7-7bn-2699352) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school Seaham Seaham · SR7 7EU ](/nursery/your-co-op-little-pioneers-nursery-pre-school-seaham-sr7-7eu-2696265) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Playology Beach School & Learning Studio Seaham · SR7 7EE ](/nursery/playology-beach-school-learning-studio-sr7-7ee-2590461) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### Harbour View Kindergarten Seaham · SR7 0BN ](/nursery/harbour-view-kindergarten-sr7-0bn-2808232) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.3 mi ### Ribbon Daycare Seaham · SR7 9QR ](/nursery/ribbon-daycare-sr7-9qr-ey342286) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Ryhope Village Sunderland · SR2 0LW 5.0(14 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-sunderland-ryhope-village-sr2-0lw-ey302467) [See all nurseries in SEAHAM →](/search?q=SEAHAM) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Waves Day Nursery Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10364081 Lead inspector Eileen Grimes Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258891)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY536886) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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