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Mill Hill Childcare # Mill Hill Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Aug 2021) · 4.9 (7 parent reviews) · Mill Hill Nursery School, Torphin Hill Drive, Sunderland, SR3 2PJ · Sunderland Number of places 6 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected Aug 2021 Local authority Sunderland About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Mill Hill Childcare, established in 2018, provides an outstanding learning environment for children aged 0-2 years, as recognised by its Ofsted rating in August 2021. Open Monday to Friday from 8am until 5pm for 50 weeks of the year, the nursery ensures a consistent all-year provision for families. The dedicated staff create a deeply nurturing atmosphere where babies and young children engage in highly stimulating activities that support sensory exploration and language development. A key focus is on fostering excellent speech and language skills from an early age, alongside frequent cuddles and praise to build strong emotional well-being. The experienced team expertly supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), working closely with other professionals to ensure rapid progress for all. Children who benefit from outdoor learning have opportunities for story time under the apple tree and visits to the local park and a "secret garden," providing fresh air and community engagement. The approach encourages independence, with children confidently feeding themselves and exploring their environment. Parents are actively involved in their children's development, receiving daily updates and insights into how to support learning at home. Safeguarding is robust, with staff trained in paediatric first aid and knowledgeable about child protection, ensuring a secure and protective setting for all. What it's like Babies and young children have enormous fun as they play and learn, engaging in highly stimulating activities that encourage sensory exploration and language development. Staff create a deeply nurturing environment, prioritising children's speech and language and offering frequent cuddles and praise, extending this support to the whole family. Outstanding provision Nurturing environment Strong speech development Outdoor learning opportunities Support for SEND Excellent independence ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 8am until 5pm for 50 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Established 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Mill Hill Childcare Last inspected 23 August 2021 · Cathryn Clarricoates Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Babies and young children have enormous fun as they play and learn, engaging in highly stimulating activities that encourage sensory exploration and language development. Staff create a deeply nurturing environment, prioritising children's speech and language and offering frequent cuddles and praise, extending this support to the whole family. Inspector highlights - The headteacher expertly leads a knowledgeable, committed and passionate team. - Staff provide tailored settling-in arrangements to help children feel secure from the start. - Staff use children's interests to plan their specific learning and development needs. - Staff develop children's independence well. - Very well-qualified, experienced staff accurately identify when children need support and guidance. Inspection #10190518 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50169873) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Mill Hill Childcare Inspection date Aug 2021 Inspection no. 10190518 Lead inspector Cathryn Clarricoates [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50169873)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY560998) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=mill-hill-childcare-sr3-2pj-ey560998) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that they understand how to support children's next stages in learning. > Parents comment that they are fully involved in their children's development. > Parents value the time that children spend outdoors in the fresh air and visiting the community, such as the park and their local 'secret garden'. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Very well-qualified, experienced staff accurately identify when children need support and guidance. They plan meaningful activities to help close any learning gaps swiftly. Managers work closely with other professionals to secure support. As a result, all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make rapid progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space Children who prefer to learn outside benefit from staff using story time under the apple tree rather than indoors to read much-loved books. Parents value the time that children spend outdoors in the fresh air and visiting the community, such as the park and their local 'secret garden'. ## Parent Reviews of Mill Hill Childcare 4.9 (7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU5D0kSMmSB22sH7dcpbZTBkbBj5-gMGJTBlSpUDVdUH2QSqzI=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Matthew Boutflower 8 years ago Great Primary school when I was there, with fantastic teachers. All of my cousins and friends that went there have agreed that it was an amazing school. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBcnJxSUtREAE!2m1!1s0x487e6407711db6ed:0xa5ca2cc3fadb5863) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK3qJ6XSxKJjh7z4n5OanvEFMp1CKbV7o0hNGw5EqY6L82g2A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Chris Dennis 8 years ago Class school when I was there been good few year but the teachers wer amazing [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURRMDVtdmRBEAE!2m1!1s0x487e6407711db6ed:0xa5ca2cc3fadb5863) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV09C7bpvKcSPSx2qxrTedouPZ2sVm-iCmxYAWE6Yo-2dmS7fI=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Mollie Brown 13 years ago I used to go here all the teachers there a kind and helpful i miss it [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnN3F1cm53RRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6407711db6ed:0xa5ca2cc3fadb5863) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW29ROwtiWp7uv_DCX8Z4ccJOaOzsdL9x4q0UkE7XwFXwks_ihq=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) keith lakeman 9 years ago Good school [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBal9YRjN3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6407711db6ed:0xa5ca2cc3fadb5863) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWHRjZYK7fCcxXLCMkOb04k_z8iIqKD3XNslvesSsI-Y_wbIe1g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) amie lee xx 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBeTYyX2dBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6407711db6ed:0xa5ca2cc3fadb5863) Reviews from Google for Mill Hill Childcare. 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