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Southlands Creche # Southlands Creche Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · St. Margarets C of E Junior School, Knutton Road, NEWCASTLE, ST5 0HU · Staffordshire Number of places 26 places Age range 0–3 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Staffordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Southlands Creche, a childcare on non-domestic premises setting in Newcastle, registered in 1991, provides a nurturing and homely environment for children aged 0-3 years. 45pm. In its latest Ofsted inspection on 15 November 2022, Southlands Creche was rated as 'Good' in all areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Children are well-cared for, receiving plenty of cuddles and reassurance to build strong attachments with their key person. The setting offers a wealth of outdoor learning opportunities, with children going on daily trips to explore the local community and wider world, learning safety and following instructions. They enjoy a good range of age and developmentally appropriate activities, both indoors and outdoors. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, with staff using regular assessments to identify needs, making referrals, and collaborating effectively with external agencies. Parents are kept well-informed and work closely with the setting. The nursery also provides swimming lessons, yoga, and dance to encourage healthy lifestyle choices and support physical development. Parents consistently express happiness with their children's learning and development, appreciating the varied trips and feeling well-supported by staff to continue learning at home. Leaders and managers are passionate about the care they provide, ensuring staff well-being, which contributes to a low staff turnover. What it's like Children are well cared for in this nurturing and homely environment. They receive lots of cuddles and reassurance throughout their day, helping them to build strong attachments with their key person. Children express sheer delight in jumping in puddles and getting wet, sharing their enjoyment with staff as they hold their hands beckoning them to join in. Nurturing environment Daily excursions SEND support Good Ofsted rating Happy children Varied activities ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday for 49 weeks of the year. Sessions are from 7.35am until 5.45pm. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Southlands Creche Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10233573 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50203167)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/218489) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=southlands-creche-st5-0hu-218489) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Southlands Creche Last inspected 15 November 2022 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 well cared for in this nurturing and homely environment. They receive lots of cuddles and reassurance throughout their day, helping them to build strong attachments with their key person. Children express sheer delight in jumping in puddles and getting wet, sharing their enjoyment with staff as they hold their hands beckoning them to join in. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and excited throughout their day and thoroughly enjoy their learning environment. - Children have a good range of age- and stage- appropriate activities to explore, both indoors and outdoors. - Children enjoy a sensory activity based on a familiar book, exploring different textures and smells. - Children develop confidence and self-esteem and are motivated to learn, thoroughly enjoying completing jigsaw puzzles. - Leaders and managers are passionate about the care and service that they provide, and staff wellbeing is paramount. - Parents are very happy with their children's learning and development and appreciate the varied trips. Areas to develop - 1 enhance the organisation of group activities and tasks to enable children to fully engage in experiences - 2 support staff to raise their expectations and adapt their teaching to enrich experiences that continually build on children's learning. Inspection #10233573 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50203167) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are very happy with their children's learning and development and explain that they appreciate the varied trips that their children go on. > They feel well supported by the staff and key persons to continue to promote their children's learning at home. > Parents comment about their children thriving in this loving and caring environment. > They say that the setting is very flexible and considers the needs of the parents as well as their children. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff use regular assessments to help identify when children need additional help and are competent in making referrals and working well with external agencies. Parents are well informed and work very closely with the setting to help promote the best possible outcomes for children. Outdoor space The setting boasts a wealth of outdoor learning opportunities for the children. Children go out on trips every day to explore the local community and the wider world, following instructions and learning how to keep themselves safe. Children have a good range of age and stage appropriate activities to explore outdoors. Inspection history Date: February 2004 - December 2022 Good - November 2022 Good - February 2017 Good - January 2017 Good - August 2013 Good - July 2013 Good - June 2011 Good - May 2011 Good - May 2006 Good - February 2004 Good ## Frequently asked about Southlands Creche ### What outdoor learning is available at Southlands Creche? ### What do parents say about Southlands Creche? ### Where is Southlands Creche located? ### Which funded childcare hours does Southlands Creche accept? ### Is Southlands Creche Ofsted registered? ### Is Southlands Creche suitable for under-twos? ## Nearby day nurseries in NEWCASTLE Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Southlands Creche. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Orchard Private Day Nursery Newcastle · ST5 0BH ](/nursery/orchard-private-day-nursery-st5-0bh-ey219783) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Southlands Kindergarten Newcastle · ST5 8BZ 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/southlands-kindergarten-st5-8bz-218488) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Wolstanton Kindergarten Newcastle · ST5 0BL ](/nursery/wolstanton-kindergarten-st5-0bl-ey458594) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.4 mi ### Peter Pan Centre Newcastle · ST5 9NY 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/peter-pan-centre-st5-9ny-ey418014) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.9 mi ### Kids Planet Brampton Park Newcastle · ST5 0QP 3.4(8 reviews) ](/nursery/kids-planet-brampton-park-st5-0qp-2833573) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### The Little Den Day Nursery - Basford Newcastle · ST5 0SX ](/nursery/the-little-den-day-nursery-basford-st5-0sx-2602591) [See all nurseries in NEWCASTLE →](/search?q=NEWCASTLE) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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