--- title: "Stanley's at Horsley Hill — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Stanley's at Horsley Hill, a nursery in South Shields — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "logo": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/__l5e/assets-v1/18ee05cb-93ee-4d8a-b535-85644088f16f/nursery-advice-social-share.png", "sameAs": [ "https://twitter.com/nurseryadvice" ], "contactPoint": { "@type": "ContactPoint", "contactType": "customer support", "email": "hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk", "areaServed": "GB", "availableLanguage": [ "English" ] } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873#webpage", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873", "name": "Stanley's at Horsley Hill — Rated Good by Ofsted", "description": "Stanley's at Horsley Hill, a nursery in South Shields — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos and contact details on Nursery Advice.", "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/#website" }, "about": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873#nursery" }, "breadcrumb": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873#breadcrumb" }, "speakable": { "@type": "SpeakableSpecification", "cssSelector": [ "h1", "[data-speakable]" ] } }, { "@type": "ChildCare", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873#nursery", "name": "Stanley's at Horsley Hill", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "GB", "streetAddress": "Norham Avenue", "addressLocality": "South Shields", "postalCode": "NE34 7TD" }, "mainEntityOfPage": { "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873#webpage" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 54.984624, "longitude": -1.400166 }, "areaServed": [ { "@type": "City", "name": "South Shields" } ], "audience": { "@type": "PeopleAudience", "suggestedMinAge": 1, "suggestedMaxAge": 4 }, "award": "Ofsted: Good" }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "North East", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=North%20East" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Stanley's at Horsley Hill", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is Stanley's at Horsley Hill working to improve?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The setting is working to make its curriculum more consistently high quality across the nursery. It is also strengthening evaluation, sharpening action planning, and extending professional development so staff interactions are even more effective." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What do parents value about Stanley's at Horsley Hill?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Parents say they trust staff and value the relationships built with children. They also describe children as keen to attend, which reflects the strong partnership between home and nursery." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Stanley's at Horsley Hill a private nursery?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Stanley's at Horsley Hill is classed as childcare on non-domestic premises. It provides full day care rather than a preschool-only or school-based service." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Stanley's at Horsley Hill suitable for under-twos?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The age range runs from 1 to 4 years. That includes children under two, alongside toddlers and pre-school age children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "When is Stanley's at Horsley Hill open?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery opens from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. It operates all year rather than only during term time." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Which funded hours does Stanley's at Horsley Hill accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The nursery accepts 15 hours for disadvantaged 2-year-olds and 15 universal hours for 3- and 4-year-olds." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Whereabouts is Stanley's at Horsley Hill?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Stanley's at Horsley Hill is on Norham Avenue in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, postcode NE34 7TD." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North East](/search?region=North+East) 4. Stanley's at Horsley Hill # Stanley's at Horsley Hill Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2023) · Norham Avenue, South Shields, NE34 7TD · South Tyneside Number of places 54 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2023 Local authority South Tyneside About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Stanley's at Horsley Hill, registered in 2006, is a childcare setting in South Tyneside that was rated 'Good' by Ofsted on its latest inspection on 3rd February 2023. The nursery provides full day care for children aged 1 to 4, with a total of 54 places and 53 children currently on roll. The dedicated team of 13 childcare staff, all qualified to at least Level 3 in early years, includes three at Level 6. The nursery operates from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, for 50 weeks of the year, providing a consistent and nurturing environment for children. Stanley's at Horsley Hill also offers funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children, demonstrating a commitment to accessible early learning. The setting effectively supports children's personal development, with a strong focus on fostering confidence, independence, and positive social interactions. Parents consistently express trust in the staff and value the relationships formed, highlighting the strong partnership approach to children's learning and well-being. What it's like Children are happy, confident and keen to learn, becoming involved in independent play. Babies show a sense of security in staff's care. The manager takes into account the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the new flexible, child-led curriculum. Staff encourage children to respect others and teach them good manners. Good quality education Strong parent partnerships Child-led curriculum Effective safeguarding Promotes healthy choices ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am until 6pm Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2006 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Stanley's at Horsley Hill Last inspected 3 February 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy, confident and keen to learn, becoming involved in independent play. Babies show a sense of security in staff's care. The manager takes into account the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the new flexible, child-led curriculum. Staff encourage children to respect others and teach them good manners. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, confident and keen to learn and become involved in independent play. - Babies show a sense of security in staff's care and enjoy games of peekaboo with visitors. - The manager takes into account the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and incorporates it into the flexible, child-led curriculum. - Staff encourage children to respect others, teach good manners, and develop good attention skills. - Partnerships with parents are a distinct strength, with staff discussing children's learning and progress frequently and in detail. - The arrangements for settling new children into nursery are highly effective, helping children to feel at ease quickly and supporting their emotional well-being. - Children learn how to keep themselves healthy through handwashing and discussions about good nutrition. - The manager has maintained good-quality practice since the last inspection and works to evaluate the setting to identify strengths and areas for development. Areas to develop - 1 Deepen staff's understanding of how to deliver a consistently high-quality curriculum that is securely embedded throughout the nursery. - 2 Strengthen the evaluation of the setting and build on the good monitoring systems to ensure procedures and actions plans are completed in a timely manner. - 3 Develop the arrangements for professional development further, to ensure this is consistently focused, highly effective and helps staff to raise the quality of their interactions to the highest level. Inspection #10263050 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50210080) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Stanley's at Horsley Hill Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10263050 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50210080)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY341873) 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 Norham Avenue, South Shields, NE34 7TD [© 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#/-1.40017/54.98462/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near South Shields - [Day nurseries in South Shields](/search?q=South+Shields) - [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=stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children benefit from obstacle courses outdoors that help them to develop their balance and coordination, providing opportunities for good physical skills development. Inspection history Date: January 2011 - February 2023 Good - April 2017 Good - March 2015 Good - January 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Stanley's at Horsley Hill ### What is Stanley's at Horsley Hill working to improve? ### What do parents value about Stanley's at Horsley Hill? ### Is Stanley's at Horsley Hill a private nursery? ### Is Stanley's at Horsley Hill suitable for under-twos? ### When is Stanley's at Horsley Hill open? ### Which funded hours does Stanley's at Horsley Hill accept? ### Whereabouts is Stanley's at Horsley Hill? ## Nearby day nurseries in South Shields Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Stanley's at Horsley Hill. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.8 mi ### Westoe Village Kindergarten South Shields · NE34 6ET ](/nursery/westoe-village-kindergarten-ne34-6et-ey392863) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Harton Village Kindergarten South Shields · NE34 6AS 4.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/harton-village-kindergarten-ne34-6as-ey537004) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### The Bungalow Pre-school South Shields · NE34 8PS ](/nursery/the-bungalow-pre-school-ne34-8ps-ey464742) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Cleadon Tower Nursery South Shields · NE34 8ED ](/nursery/cleadon-tower-nursery-ne34-8ed-ey482606) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Stanley's at Ridgeway South Shields · NE34 8AB ](/nursery/stanley-s-at-ridgeway-ne34-8ab-ey481484) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Stanleys at Riverside South Shields · NE33 4JT ](/nursery/stanleys-at-riverside-ne33-4jt-ey332276) [See all nurseries in South Shields →](/search?q=South+Shields) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. [Claim listing](/claim?nursery=stanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. Copy link[](https://wa.me/?text=Stanley's%20at%20Horsley%20Hill%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice%20https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873 "Share on WhatsApp")[](https://www.facebook.com/dialog/send?link=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873&app_id=140586622674265&redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873 "Share on Messenger")[](mailto:?subject=Stanley's%20at%20Horsley%20Hill&body=I%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested%20in%20this%20nursery%3A%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873 "Share on Email")[](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873 "Share on Facebook")[](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Stanley's%20at%20Horsley%20Hill%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice&url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873 "Share on X")[](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873 "Share on LinkedIn")[](https://www.reddit.com/submit?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873&title=Stanley's%20at%20Horsley%20Hill "Share on Reddit")[](https://t.me/share/url?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhug-your-search.lovable.app%2Fnursery%2Fstanley-s-at-horsley-hill-ne34-7td-ey341873&text=Stanley's%20at%20Horsley%20Hill%20%E2%80%94%20on%20Nursery%20Advice "Share on Telegram") This listing has been compiled from official Ofsted records, the nursery's own website, details provided directly by the nursery where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. [Learn more](/about-our-data) Report an issue [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/) The independent UK nursery directory. Built with Ofsted data, kept current weekly. For parents - [Search nurseries](/search) - [Parent Hub](/parent-hub) - [Saved nurseries](/saved) - [Compare](/compare) For nurseries - [Promote Your Nursery](/for-nurseries) - [Claim a listing](/claim) - [Nursery dashboard](/owner) - [Sign in](/auth) Browse by location - [London](/nurseries/london) - [South East](/nurseries/south-east) - [North West](/nurseries/north-west) - [West Midlands](/nurseries/west-midlands) - [Yorkshire](/nurseries/yorkshire-and-the-humber) - [See all regions →](/nurseries) About - [About us](/about-us) - [Editorial policy](/parent-hub/editorial-standards) - [Contact us](/contact) - [Blog](/blog) - Data sources: Ofsted MI, GIAS [](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590427415951)[](https://www.linkedin.com/company/nurseryadvice-co-uk)[](https://uk.pinterest.com/NurseryAdvice/) Ofsted data & reports Inspection reports, ratings and provider details displayed on this site are sourced from [Ofsted](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/) and contain public sector information published under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Nursery Advice is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ofsted or any government body. © 2026 Better Search Limited (company no. 17209315), trading as Nursery Advice. All rights reserved. Contact: [hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk](mailto:hello@nurseryadvice.co.uk). [Terms of service](/terms)[Privacy policy](/privacy)Made for parents.