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Northumbria University Nursery

Ofsted: Strong standard·
5.0(3 parent reviews) ·University of Northumbria, Sutherland Building, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE1 8ST · Newcastle upon Tyne
Number of places
96 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2026
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne

About this day nursery

Northumbria University Nursery Ltd, established in 2012, is a childcare setting on non-domestic premises located at the University of Northumbria in Newcastle upon Tyne. Catering to children aged 0-5 years, the nursery operates Monday to Friday from 7:45 am to 6:15 pm, all year round.

The nursery received an Outstanding rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on March 6, 2026. The staff at Northumbria University Nursery Ltd maintain exceptionally high expectations, swiftly identifying any learning gaps and thoughtfully planning experiences to ensure every child achieves their full potential.

They provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are commendably settled and confident, forming strong bonds with staff. The nursery places particular emphasis on developing children's independence, communication, and mathematical understanding.

They actively involve parents in their child's learning journey and celebrate the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and abilities among their children. The setting provides targeted support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) by establishing robust partnerships between staff, families, and other professionals, ensuring individual needs are met.

What it's like

Children are remarkably settled and confident, forming excellent attachments with staff in this nurturing and inclusive nursery. Staff have extremely high expectations, swiftly identifying gaps in learning and expertly planning experiences to ensure children achieve their best. Staff interactions are outstanding, skilfully teaching new vocabulary and consistently modelling mathematical language.

Outstanding Ofsted ratingNurturing environmentHigh expectations for childrenStrong parent partnershipsInclusive approach

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged based on the session types selected, including full day, full week, and morning options. Charges are calculated over 50 weeks per year and divided into 12 equal monthly payments. Prices are reviewed annually with potential increases taking effect each August.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Fees are billed for 50 weeks per year, equated into 12 equal monthly payments.
  • A £100 deposit is required to secure a place, which is refunded in full once the child leaves.
  • Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase on 1st August each year.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7:45 am to 6:15 pm

Term time / All Year

All_year

Established

2012

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Strong standard

Last inspected Mar 2026

Headline: Strong standard

Grade summary

Exceptional
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Strong standard
Expected standard
Needs attention
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Urgent improvement
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Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementExpected standard
Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesStrong standard
Children's welfare and wellbeingStrong standard
Curriculum and teachingExpected standard
InclusionStrong standard
Leadership and governanceStrong standard
Age range
0 to 5
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Northumbria University Nursery

Last inspected 6 March 2026 · Amy Keith

What it's like to attend

Children are remarkably settled and confident, forming excellent attachments with staff in this nurturing and inclusive nursery. Staff have extremely high expectations, swiftly identifying gaps in learning and expertly planning experiences to ensure children achieve their best. Staff interactions are outstanding, skilfully teaching new vocabulary and consistently modelling mathematical language.

Inspector highlights

  • The managers are incredibly ambitious and focused on providing exceptionally high standards and support for every child.
  • Staff's interactions are excellent, using precisely targeted questions and talking to children consistently to help them express themselves effectively.
  • Children's behaviour is exemplary, and they understand and follow the rules and expectations within the setting.
  • All children develop excellent levels of independence and self-assurance for their age, confidently following well-established routines.
  • Children enjoy extensive opportunities to learn about their local community and the wider world, benefiting from regular visits and visitors.
  • Staff have extremely high expectations and help all children to achieve their full potential.

Areas to develop

  • 1Leaders should continue to embed and refine the curriculum to give children greater breadth and depth across their learning and secure the consistently strong standards in teaching and achievement that they aspire to.
Inspection #10117674 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Managers consider the individual needs of children and their families to establish strong partnerships between staff, families and other professionals. All children, including those who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make steady and secure progress from their starting points and are ready for the next stage in their learning. Children with SEND achieve beyond what professionals, staff and parents expect.

Parent Reviews of Northumbria University Nursery

5.0
(3)
Siew Fong Chen
a year ago

Best nursery in Newcastle. Staff are caring to children and parents, everyone seems to get along and my child had the best time. The kids daily menu sounded delicious as well! I miss all the teachers there ❤️

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Inspection history

Date: June 2013

The most recent inspection point has been hidden because the parsed entry didn't match the headline Ofsted rating (Outstanding). We're re-checking it against the original report.

  • May 2020Outstanding
  • June 2013Outstanding

Frequently asked about Northumbria University Nursery

About the setting

Northumbria University Nursery re-registered in 2012. The nursery employs 34 members of childcare staff, of whom 33 hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday for 50 weeks of the year, closing between Christmas and New Year, with sessions from 7.45am until 6.15pm. It provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY454915
Registered person
Northumbria University Nursery Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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