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Rainbow Childcare # Rainbow Childcare in Whitley Bay Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Apr 2023) · 5.0 (6 parent reviews) · Rockcliffe Hall, Rockcliffe Street, Whitley Bay, NE26 2NW · North Tyneside Number of places 36 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority North Tyneside About - About - Ofsted - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Rainbow Childcare is a childcare on non-domestic premises setting located in Whitley Bay, NE26 2NW. As of its latest inspection on April 18, 2023, the nursery boasts an 'Outstanding' overall rating from Ofsted. While the specific details of that outstanding report are not available here, a regulatory visit on April 7, 2025, following concerns about children's safety and welfare, staff:child ratios, and the suitability of premises revealed some areas where the nursery was not meeting requirements. However, Rainbow Childcare promptly addressed these issues by April 14, 2025, improving safety, hygiene, and security, and strengthening its risk assessment procedures. This proactive response ensured that the nursery continues to be registered with Ofsted, demonstrating its commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. What it's like The provided report is a complaint about childcare provision, not a general inspection report describing the children's experience. Therefore, it does not contain information about what it's like for children attending the setting. Safety improvements Premises security Risk assessment Safeguarding addressed Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Rainbow Childcare Last inspected 18 April 2023 Overall effectiveness Outstanding Actions the provider must take - Ensure all areas of the premises are safe, hygienic and suitable for children. - Strengthen and monitor site security procedures, to ensure that the entry to the setting remains secure at all times. - Implement and monitor robust risk assessments, to ensure all potential hazards are identified, minimised and managed effectively, to keep areas safe for children. What it's like to attend The provided report is a complaint about childcare provision, not a general inspection report describing the children's experience. Therefore, it does not contain information about what it's like for children attending the setting. Inspector highlights - The provider has improved the safety, hygiene and security of the premises. - They have reviewed and improved risk assessments. - They have provided support for staff to ensure these improvements are embedded into practice. - The provider has met the safeguarding and welfare actions raised. - The provider is still registered with Ofsted. Inspection #10280830 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50275365) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Rainbow Childcare Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10280830 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50275365)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY382547) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Rockcliffe Hall, Rockcliffe Street, Whitley Bay, NE26 2NW [© 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#/-1.43496/55.04056/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Whitley Bay - [Day nurseries in Whitley Bay](/search?q=Whitley+Bay) - [Day nurseries in North East](/search?q=North+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. 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[Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnbG92bUt3EAE!2m1!1s0x487e6e9fd0ad5965:0xf7ee993b9edbae77) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ3uWv9N0Kai0tpQgPJdawBekYvHMZe3OhbrpJ_lCgAFHKrZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) David Alty 7 years ago Well deserved 5 star accolade. No complaints, highly recommended! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJNWNQQVNREAE!2m1!1s0x487e6e9fd0ad5965:0xf7ee993b9edbae77) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKBoHa0doD_tQ--0j69oRW_lFCJpWzPJLaP1lVE7zWVw7mZJ7Vu=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Paul Leighton 8 years ago Outstanding childcare provider. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBX3JEVi1BRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6e9fd0ad5965:0xf7ee993b9edbae77) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ5xqfRAdIqVG546QCf6A-HfBgUMIB77idZyWd2Wvu1xxJGPA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) debbie ireland 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURDdEtPSC13RRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6e9fd0ad5965:0xf7ee993b9edbae77) Reviews from Google for Rainbow Childcare. 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