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Minnows Children's Day Nursery # Minnows Children's Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2022) · 5.0 (5 parent reviews) · 39 Turford Avenue, MIDDLESBROUGH, TS3 9AT · Middlesbrough Number of places 54 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Middlesbrough About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Minnow’s Children’s Day Nursery, located in Middlesbrough, is part of the larger Nunthorpe Nurseries Group which serves over 400 children across 9 nurseries in Middlesbrough, Stockton, and Billingham. The nursery is committed to providing high-quality childcare and boasts a team of friendly, professional, and passionate staff who are well-versed in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). They offer a stimulating environment with quality play and learning resources crafted to foster children's imagination and development. The team at Minnow's emphasises building strong relationships with both parents and children, utilising a key person system to tailor activities to each child's individual learning needs. Led by manager Hanna, Minnow’s Children’s Day Nursery has established a strong local reputation for its friendly service and dedication to inspiring children's growth across all learning areas, aiming to give them the best possible start in life. In addition to daily nursery care, Minnow's also offers engaging programmes like 'Funky Feet,' a unique session for preschoolers focusing on various sports and physical activities to enhance physical and cognitive development, fine motor skills, and overall well-being. They also provide practical services such as a Breakfast Club starting at 7:30 am with a nutritious meal, an After School Club that includes transportation and light refreshments, and a Holiday Club with diverse activities and educational outings. Our ethos Minnow’s Children’s Day Nursery employs a friendly, professional, committed and passionate team, trained in all key areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and its aim is focused on providing quality outstanding childcare. Staff focus on building strong relationships with both parents and their children and our key person system makes sure that activities are designed to be fun and stimulating ensuring the individual children’s learning needs are catered for. What it's like Children are happy at the setting and form secure bonds with caring staff. The key-person system is effective. Staff know the children in their care very well, which enables them to plan the next steps for each child's learning. All children, including those with some additional needs, are very well supported by staff, and as a result, they make good progress in their learning and development. EYFS Curriculum Breakfast Club After School Club Holiday Club Physical Activity Programmes ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://nunthorpenurseriesgroup.co.uk/more-nursery-info/funky-feet/) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Minnows Children's Day Nursery Inspection date Feb 2022 Inspection no. 10220583 Lead inspector Elaine McDonnell Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180535)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY359117) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=minnows-children-s-day-nursery-ts3-9at-ey359117) ## Key facts Food Nutritious breakfast provided for Breakfast Club; Refreshments and light tea provided for After School Club. Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Minnows Children's Day Nursery Last inspected 24 February 2022 · Elaine McDonnell 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 happy at the setting and form secure bonds with caring staff. The key-person system is effective. Staff know the children in their care very well, which enables them to plan the next steps for each child's learning. All children, including those with some additional needs, are very well supported by staff, and as a result, they make good progress in their learning and development. Inspector highlights - Babies' individual care routines are well promoted and children receive good support with toilet training. - Children love playing outside and are skilled at avoiding obstacles when using a range of ride-on vehicles. - Children show an interest in books and enjoy story times, learning about letters and letter sounds. - Children's hand-to-eye coordination is promoted when they dig with different utensils and have opportunities for solving problems. - Staff work really well in partnership with parents and carers to ensure they are kept informed of their child's development and progress. Areas to develop - 1 ensure that fresh drinking water is available and accessible to children at all times - 2 improve some aspects of the outdoor play area so that children make better use of all of the outside resources - 3 promote children's mathematical skills further, for example, by providing opportunities for them to learn about and compare quantities. Inspection #10220583 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50180535) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children have made very good progress since starting at the setting, particularly in relation to their social development > they find staff very caring and approachable, also that staff have supported them when needed Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with some additional needs, are very well supported by staff. As a result, all children at the setting make good progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space Children love playing outside. They are skilled at avoiding obstacles when using a range of ride-on vehicles. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of Minnows Children's Day Nursery 5.0 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKD9BQTuQmEk1TMis-NdPu31X5Qyu2b5oK4bhFp1HELHCzFEg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Kieran Fawcett 7 months ago Amazing staff, Super friendly and helpful couldnt recommended them enough [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aTFQxUkJkRWQ0WDBsaFpXTlJSM2RVTmpOWFJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x487eedb65971a419:0xdca643b976a592d3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXNwAjMpZNImd9gUOpC-3AetPOZU5ksL0hlj9v5CfTdJcyrPYY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Len Junier 3 years ago Such a lovely nurturing place My grandaughter can't wait to go every time Staff are first class There's always something really enjoyable going on for the kids [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlckxXbTVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487eedb65971a419:0xdca643b976a592d3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKvPU-U323oaBmyihl1bDcyl6-vRw2xHV2uNgMlXf9nT79DdA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Wendy Ellis 7 years ago My.granchild has been with them since she was 6 months old she loves nursary.staff and people are all friendly highly recomended this they do all things to help child develope in all waysx [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3OWRLSk5nEAE!2m1!1s0x487eedb65971a419:0xdca643b976a592d3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL6qzEJBGgn1nhS_Qs7bpHHd-Pzl__p3N74PqcK1-YeEdUC168=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Cristina Microblading a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNidXVfbk53EAE!2m1!1s0x487eedb65971a419:0xdca643b976a592d3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLO7ZmnvpP0Wdldz6nWvMqxx4RLJQ2JRGl8jAhnF5fJJ7hlXw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Angela Brodiejunier 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlcktuanNnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487eedb65971a419:0xdca643b976a592d3) Reviews from Google for Minnows Children's Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15899469998316688083&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2009 - February 2022 Good - May 2017 Good - October 2016 Good - April 2013 Good - July 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Minnows Children's Day Nursery ### What kind of childcare setting is Minnows Children's Day Nursery? ### How does settling in work at Minnows Children's Day Nursery? ### What is Minnows Children's Day Nursery working on improving? ### Is Minnows Children's Day Nursery Ofsted registered? ### How many children are on roll at Minnows Children's Day Nursery? ## About the setting Minnows Children's Day Nursery registered in 2007 and is part of the Nunthorpe Nurseries Group chain in Middlesbrough. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm, except for public holidays. It provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. The nursery employs eight members of childcare staff: one with a level 5 qualification, six with level 3, and one with level 2. URN EY359117 Registered person Nunthorpe Nurseries Group Ltd 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 MIDDLESBROUGH Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Minnows Children's Day Nursery. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Polton Allstars Day Care Middlesbrough · TS3 8BT ](/nursery/polton-allstars-day-care-ts3-8bt-2856727) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Bright Stars Nursery Middlesbrough · TS3 9JW ](/nursery/bright-stars-nursery-ts3-9jw-ey448837) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### TAD Children's Day Nursery Middlesbrough · TS3 7SF ](/nursery/tad-children-s-day-nursery-ts3-7sf-508442) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.8 mi ### Nature Time Childcare Middlesbrough · TS3 7NP ](/nursery/nature-time-childcare-ts3-7np-2789008) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Dimples Riverside Day Nursery Middlesbrough · TS3 6DF ](/nursery/dimples-riverside-day-nursery-ts3-6df-ey550413) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Top Tots Daycare Middlesbrough · TS6 6SU ](/nursery/top-tots-daycare-ts6-6su-ey281726) [See all nurseries in MIDDLESBROUGH →](/search?q=MIDDLESBROUGH) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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