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Riverview Community Kindergarten # Riverview Community Kindergarten Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2025) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · St John's Primary School, Teindland Close, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE4 8HE · Newcastle upon Tyne Number of places 25 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Newcastle upon Tyne 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 , established in 1995, is a not-for-profit community interest company located in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Dedicated to fostering each child's potential and confidence, the kindergarten invests its profits back into providing high-quality resources and employing highly skilled Level 3+ educators. The kindergarten focuses on preparing children for the next stage of their lives through the development of motor abilities, thinking skills, and healthy interactions with peers. They have received the Day Nursery Top 20 Award and have consistently maintained a 'Good' rating in Ofsted inspections over the past 22 years. The facility encourages visits for prospective families to experience their environment firsthand. Riverview Kindergarden provides opportunities for play, learning, and growth in a supportive setting, as reflected in positive parent testimonials. Our ethos Our goal at Riverview Kindergarden is to prepare children for the next stage of their lives through the development of motor abilities, thinking skills and healthy interactions with their peers. What it's like Children arrive happily each morning, eager to play. Staff plan familiar group times on arrival that help to prepare children for their learning. The curriculum is organised around themes that interest children, ensuring all children are supported to make good progress. Community Interest Company Not-for-profit Experienced educators Play-based learning ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Riverview Community Kindergarten Last inspected 9 May 2025 · Clare Wilkins Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children arrive happily each morning, eager to play. Staff plan familiar group times on arrival that help to prepare children for their learning. The curriculum is organised around themes that interest children, ensuring all children are supported to make good progress. Inspector highlights - Staff plan activities to help children progressively build on what they know. - There is a strong focus on supporting the most-vulnerable children. - Staff interact skilfully with children to extend their learning during play. - Regular, accurate assessments help staff to check what children have learned and to plan effectively. - Children are enthusiastic learners and develop an increasing attention span. - Leaders have very high expectations for staff and provide feedback that celebrates their strengths. - Staff have a very good understanding of how to support children's behaviour. - Mealtimes are relaxed, social occasions where staff teach children about nutritious foods. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to share information more effectively to ensure a clear and consistent focus on children's learning needs - 2 teach children more consistently about ways to keep themselves safe and healthy, for example, during hot weather. Inspection #10392912 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50279072) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Riverview Community Kindergarten Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10392912 Lead inspector Clare Wilkins [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50279072)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY471594) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=riverview-community-kindergarten-c-i-c-ne4-8he-ey471594) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents share their trust in the staff. They discuss how reassured they are that their children are safe and cared for. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision There is a strong focus on supporting the most-vulnerable children. Partnerships with other professionals are a strength and help to ensure that children's experiences and the support they receive are consistent. Children who need extra support quickly learn to manage or overcome difficulties and challenges. Outdoor space 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 Riverview Community Kindergarten 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK87VSXuJnolbb9FLBaKBMIK3sf3QphCkf_7xk5fvjtmthx3A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Linda Wilkinson 6 years ago Excellent childcare provision [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNjb2ZheVhnEAE!2m1!1s0x487e776c0c1cf86d:0xdcab16108c1bdc8d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKHq_flv3NmGS50iTgaT7_qtJKQe2sL8M8NWKQEMxIhlKOKyQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Rose Ruvelle 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM4aXR6bnNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e776c0c1cf86d:0xdcab16108c1bdc8d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocITqiFFw6CXnzwm58d9fOackk6HJLhiRcG18X1JI65g9Dac8g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) margaret proctor 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3bHN6c3ZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e776c0c1cf86d:0xdcab16108c1bdc8d) Reviews from Google for Riverview Community Kindergarten. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15900827169687592077&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: June 2014 - May 2025 Good - October 2019 Good - June 2014 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Riverview Community Kindergarten ### Does Riverview Community Kindergarten C.I.C take babies? ### Is Riverview Community Kindergarten C.I.C a day nursery or preschool? ### How did Riverview Community Kindergarten C.I.C do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### What do parents say about the care at Riverview Community Kindergarten C.I.C? ### Which funding hours does Riverview Community Kindergarten C.I.C accept? ### What is known about the staff team at Riverview Community Kindergarten C.I.C? ## About the setting Riverview Community Kindergarten C.I.C registered in 2013 and is located in the grounds of St John's Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne. The kindergarten is open from 8.30am to 3.15pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only. There are nine members of staff, eight of whom hold early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The kindergarten offers government funded early education sessions and receives additional funding for disadvantaged children. 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