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Shotton Children's Centre # Shotton Children's Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · Children's Centre - Shotton Primary School, Grange Terrace, Shotton Colliery, DH6 2JP · Durham Number of places 26 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Durham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Shotton Children's Centre, located in Shotton Colliery, operates as part of Shotton Primary School. The centre welcomes new parents and encourages them to visit, offering the opportunity to meet Mrs. Henson, the SENCO, for discussions regarding children with specific needs. Admissions are coordinated through the Local Authority in Durham, which aims to meet parental preferences, though physical space limitations can occur. The school has an admission limit of 60 children per year group. The centre is committed to accommodating pupils with disabilities in line with the Disability Discrimination Act 1995, ensuring that all pupils are treated fairly and included in classroom and extracurricular activities. They actively adapt their resources and environment to support the learning and participation of all children, including those with Special Educational Needs. What it's like Children are very happy in this friendly and caring nursery. They settle quickly and come in happily. Staff have a very close relationship with parents and respond daily to children's individual needs. Staff have good procedures to keep children safe and talk to them about hazards. Part of Shotton Primary School SEN support available Local Authority admissions ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.shottonprimary.durham.sch.uk/arrangements-for-the-admission-of-disabled-pupils/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Shotton Children's Centre Last inspected 7 June 2024 · Elizabeth Fish 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 are very happy in this friendly and caring nursery. They settle quickly and come in happily. Staff have a very close relationship with parents and respond daily to children's individual needs. Staff have good procedures to keep children safe and talk to them about hazards. Inspector highlights - Children are very happy and settle quickly. - Staff have a very close relationship with parents. - Staff have good procedures in place to keep children safe. - Children behave well and follow the rules. - Staff are highly focused on improving their skills and knowledge. Areas to develop - 1 teach the most confident children the importance of listening to others and giving them time to express their thoughts and ideas, to improve their communication even further. Inspection #10346884 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251243) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Shotton Children's Centre Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10346884 Lead inspector Elizabeth Fish Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251243)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY332903) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.shottonprimary.durham.sch.uk/topic/nursery) Children's Centre - Shotton Primary School, Grange Terrace, Shotton Colliery, DH6 2JP Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm [© 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#/-1.38871/54.76412/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Shotton Colliery - [Day nurseries in Shotton Colliery](/search?q=Shotton+Colliery) - [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=shotton-children-s-centre-dh6-2jp-ey332903) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that staff really care for their children. > Parents love it when the staff share their enthusiasm when children take their first steps or first words. > Parents love the electronic app that the nursery uses. > They feel that they know what their children are doing and value the advice that staff give them to support their children's learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make very good progress. Staff swiftly identify where children need further support. They work exceptionally well with a range of professionals, such as health visitors and speech and language therapists. Outdoor space Children concentrate well outside. They are highly motivated as they use pipettes to water plants or play in the building area. Inspection history Date: March 2012 - June 2024 Good - January 2016 Good - March 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Shotton Children's Centre ### What type of nursery is Shotton Children's Centre? ### Is Shotton Children's Centre suitable for under-twos? ### Does Shotton Children's Centre have an Ofsted rating? ### How can Shotton Children's Centre be contacted? ## About the setting Shotton Children's Centre registered in 2006 and is located in County Durham. The nursery employs eight members of staff, seven of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. The nursery opens for 51 weeks of the year, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY332903 Registered person Howletch & Shotton Primary Childcare Ltd Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Shotton Colliery Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Shotton Children's Centre. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Howletch & Shotton Primary Childcare Peterlee · SR8 2NQ ](/nursery/howletch-shotton-primary-childcare-sr8-2nq-ey362698) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Positive Steps Nursery Peterlee · SR8 2RN ](/nursery/positive-steps-nursery-sr8-2rn-ey376425) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Castle Kindergarten Haswell · DH6 2DZ ](/nursery/castle-kindergarten-dh6-2dz-2803670) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Wheatley Hill Community Nursery Wheatley Hill · DH6 3RD ](/nursery/wheatley-hill-community-nursery-ltd-dh6-3rt-ey330506) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.2 mi ### Wingate Community Childcare Wingate · TS28 5BD ](/nursery/wingate-community-childcare-ltd-ts28-5bd-ey336563) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### The Sunshine Day Nursery Peterlee · SR8 5UD ](/nursery/the-sunshine-day-nursery-sr8-5ud-ey136884) [See all nurseries in Shotton Colliery →](/search?q=Shotton+Colliery) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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