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School's Out at Langley

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2023)
·Langley Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE25 9DF · North Tyneside
Number of places
50 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2023
Local authority
North Tyneside

About this day nursery

School's Out at Langley, registered in 2000, offers a welcoming and inclusive childcare setting in Whitley Bay for children aged 2 to 9. The nursery, which operates as a childcare on non-domestic premises, provides a "Good" quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.

With a strong focus on personal development, staff support children in expressing their feelings and emotions, using tools like a "worry handprint" and soft toys. Children are encouraged to participate in activities that foster a sense of belonging, promoting confidence and self-esteem through positive reinforcement.

The setting also prioritises children's physical well-being, incorporating daily fresh air and exercise, and educating them about healthy eating. Parents consistently provide positive feedback, praising the approachable and warm staff.

The manager and staff are dedicated to providing positive outcomes for children, evidenced by their commitment to continuous improvement and strong parental involvement, including a home library scheme and "stay and play" sessions. The nursery is open Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6 pm during term time and 8 am to 5:30 pm during school holidays, offering various provisions such as playgroup, wraparound care, and before- and after-school care.

What it's like

Children thrive at this welcoming and inclusive setting. They form close bonds with staff who are gentle, caring and kind. Children are happy, settled and are growing in independence. They benefit from secure daily routines and consistent expectations, which help them feel relaxed and secure. Support for children's personal development is a strength of the setting.

Welcoming and inclusiveStrong personal developmentPositive behaviourDedicated staffOutdoor learning

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, during school term time. It is also open Monday to Friday, from 8am until 5.30pm, during school holidays.

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Established

2000

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for School's Out at Langley

Last inspected 4 April 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children thrive at this welcoming and inclusive setting. They form close bonds with staff who are gentle, caring and kind. Children are happy, settled and are growing in independence. They benefit from secure daily routines and consistent expectations, which help them feel relaxed and secure. Support for children's personal development is a strength of the setting.

Inspector highlights

  • Children thrive at this welcoming and inclusive setting, forming close bonds with gentle, caring and kind staff.
  • Support for children's personal development is a strength, with staff encouraging children to talk about their feelings and emotions.
  • Children receive plenty of clear praise and encouragement, boosting their confidence and self-esteem.
  • Staff are very good role models, promoting positive behaviour through gentle reminders and encouraging peer compliments.
  • Children enjoy detailed conversations with staff, with rich language exposure through songs, stories, and new vocabulary.
  • The manager and staff are passionate about providing positive outcomes for children in their care and reflect well on experiences.
  • Close and productive partnerships with the local school help create a smooth move to school for children.
  • Feedback from parents is very good, with high praise for the manager and staff, who involve parents well in their children's learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1Help staff to identify and make the most of opportunities to extend children's learning, to enhance teaching to the highest level.
Inspection #10280395 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

There is good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Staff work well with health professionals to help provide a consistent approach to supporting children's development.

Outdoor space

Staff describe to children the sounds they hear as they snap twigs with their feet and tiptoe through puddles, in the enclosed and spacious garden. Children benefit from daily fresh air and exercise. Staff encourage children to stand rather than sit at activities, to help strengthen their core muscles. They talk to children about healthy eating and share information with parents about healthy packed lunches.

Inspection history

Date: December 2009

  • April 2023Good
  • August 2017Good
  • January 2015Good
  • December 2009Good

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