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Maidendale Nursery # Maidendale Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · Maidendale House, Burnside Road, Darlington, DL1 4SU · Darlington Number of places 72 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Darlington About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Maidendale Nursery, established in 2004, provides a caring and nurturing environment for children aged 0-9 years. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in June 2023, the nursery offers an exceptionally well-resourced setting where children show high levels of confidence and self-esteem. The curriculum encourages independence and problem-solving skills, with older children demonstrating remarkable ingenuity, such as using their socks as containers to scoop sand. The nursery operates all year round. A key feature is the strong support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with staff proactively engaging with other professionals and effectively using additional funding to support vulnerable children. Outdoor learning is highly valued, with babies learning to navigate inclines and older children developing an understanding of nature by discussing plant care. Staff focus on clear communication, introducing new vocabulary, and are creative in developing early mark-making skills. The manager and staff work as an integrated team, with a shared desire for children to achieve at the heart of their approach. What it's like Children are excited and settle into this exceptionally well-resourced, caring, and nurturing environment, showing high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They are eager for their day to begin, demonstrating how safe and secure they feel. Older children exhibit remarkable problem-solving skills, for example, using their socks as containers to scoop sand. Outstanding behaviour Strong SEND support Creative mark-making Nurturing environment Effective teamwork Outdoor learning opportunities ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Maidendale Nursery Last inspected 14 June 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are excited and settle into this exceptionally well-resourced, caring, and nurturing environment, showing high levels of confidence and self-esteem. They are eager for their day to begin, demonstrating how safe and secure they feel. Older children exhibit remarkable problem-solving skills, for example, using their socks as containers to scoop sand. Inspector highlights - Children are exceptionally well behaved across all ages. - Staff speak slowly and clearly to children, introducing new words into their vocabulary. - Staff are creative in developing children's early mark-making skills. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is a key feature of the nursery. - The manager and staff work together as an integrated team, with strong teamwork and a desire for children to achieve at the centre of everything they do. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to be consistent in developing children's mathematical understanding, particularly children's understanding of numbers and counting. Inspection #10289380 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223586) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Maidendale Nursery Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10289380 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223586)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY358816) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Maidendale House, Burnside Road, Darlington, DL1 4SU [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.525/54.51554/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Darlington - [Day nurseries in Darlington](/search?q=Darlington) - [Day nurseries in North East](/search?q=North+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=maidendale-nursery-dl1-4su-ey358816) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is a key feature of the nursery. The manager and staff proactively engage with a wide range of other professionals, enabling children and families to get the specialist support they need. Staff effectively use additional funding to support vulnerable children. Outdoor space Children relish the learning opportunities in the outdoor environment. Babies learn to negotiate inclines and manoeuvre themselves around children and resources. Older children talk with confidence about caring for the natural world and nurturing living things, discussing the need for water for plants and using smaller watering cans for small plants. Inspection history Date: September 2011 - June 2023 Good - November 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - March 2014 Requires improvement - September 2013 Inadequate - September 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Maidendale Nursery ### What is Maidendale Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Which funded hours are accepted at Maidendale Nursery? ### What age range does Maidendale Nursery cater for? ### Does Maidendale Nursery support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)? ### Does Maidendale Nursery offer outdoor learning experiences? ### When was Maidendale Nursery established? ### How does Maidendale Nursery foster independence and problem-solving in children? ### How can I contact Maidendale Nursery? ## About the setting Maidendale Nursery registered in 2004 and is located in Darlington. The nursery employs 19 childcare staff, with a mix of qualifications including one at level 6 and 15 at level 3. The nursery operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children. URN EY358816 Registered person Firth Moor & District Community Assn Committee Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Darlington Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Maidendale Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Serendipity Nursery And Outdoor Learning Darlington · DL2 1DL 3.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/serendipity-nursery-and-outdoor-learning-dl2-1dl-2496935) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Broadway Daycare Darlington · DL1 1EJ ](/nursery/broadway-daycare-dl1-1ej-ey441708) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Eastbourne Pre-School Darlington · DL1 1LJ ](/nursery/eastbourne-pre-school-dl1-1lj-ey474700) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Little Lingfields Darlington · DL1 1RW ](/nursery/little-lingfields-limited-dl1-1rw-ey491829) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Darlington College Childcare Centre Darlington · DL1 1DR 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/darlington-college-childcare-centre-dl1-1dr-ey338310) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Parkside Childcare Darlington · DL1 5TY ](/nursery/parkside-childcare-dl1-5ty-ey330167) [See all nurseries in Darlington →](/search?q=Darlington) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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