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Nurserytime # Nurserytime in Willington Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 117 Commercial Street, Willington, DL15 0AA · Durham Number of places 89 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Durham 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 Nurserytime provides high-quality childcare and early education for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery creates a welcoming and cheerful environment where highly qualified staff are dedicated to nurturing each child’s unique needs. The approach focuses on child-led activities and learning through play, encouraging children to explore and develop independently. The nursery aims to prepare children for school by focusing on early literacy, numeracy, and social skills through fun and creative experiences, aligning with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Catering to individual needs, Nurserytime celebrates each child’s unique qualities, knowledge, skills, interests, and experiences. The facilities are designed to be an extension of home, ensuring a secure and supportive atmosphere with a strong emphasis on safety. Outdoor play in secure areas is also prioritised for physical activity and exploration. The nursery is inclusive, warmly welcoming children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and collaborating with professionals to offer comprehensive support to families. A key feature is the onsite chef who prepares fresh, home-cooked, nutritious meals daily, accommodating various dietary requirements and promoting healthy eating habits. Our ethos Nurserytime's approach is child-led and play-based, aligned with the EYFS framework. They focus on nurturing each child's unique needs and preparing them for school through developing early literacy, numeracy, and social skills via creative experiences. They also prioritise outdoor play and a secure, supportive environment. What it's like Children arrive happily and feel safe and secure at this setting due to friendly, attentive, and nurturing staff who greet them with smiles. The highly effective key-person system is embedded, and staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND. Children also have excellent opportunities to develop their small-muscle skills through various activities. High-quality childcare Child-led activities Nutritious home-cooked meals EYFS aligned curriculum Inclusive SEN support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Nurserytime Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10289460 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221854)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2625142) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://nurserytime.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Welcome_to_Nursery.pdf) 117 Commercial Street, Willington, DL15 0AA [© 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#/-1.69084/54.71032/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Willington - [Day nurseries in Willington](/search?q=Willington) - [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=nurserytime-dl15-0aa-2625142) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.15am until 6pm. Food Onsite chef providing fresh, home-cooked, balanced, and nutritious meals, with dietary accommodations available. Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2021 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Nurserytime Last inspected 31 May 2023 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 arrive happily and feel safe and secure at this setting due to friendly, attentive, and nurturing staff who greet them with smiles. The highly effective key-person system is embedded, and staff have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND. Children also have excellent opportunities to develop their small-muscle skills through various activities. Inspector highlights - Children arrive happily at this warm, welcoming setting. - The highly effective key-person system is firmly embedded within the setting. - Children have excellent opportunities to develop their small-muscle skills. - Children are forming special friendships with each other as they initiate their own play. - Children learn to express themselves confidently. Areas to develop - 1 maximise opportunities for children to further develop and practise their early mathematical skills - 2 engage quieter children more in discussions and activities, so that they benefit from the same good quality interactions as the more confident children. Inspection #10289460 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50221854) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are uniformly delighted with the setting. > They are extremely happy and confident with the care and education offered to their children. > They comment on how children thrive in the nursery, supported by loving and attentive staff. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and their families, are very well supported. Staff are skilled at recognising when children require additional support and work well with the management team to arrange early intervention. ## Parent Reviews of Nurserytime 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU8axUMJJcGGvo2K7SgjpOjWUIDueRVd3L-3DiPhWGfuim8gVs=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Mikey Kyle 4 years ago I take the bairns here they love it, its a good atmosphere and a good place for them to learn [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2aGNmeGxnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487c2a4383e66c49:0x8fc07220c94f3f0f) Reviews from Google for Nurserytime. 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