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Stanley's At Marine Park

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Nov 2022)
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4.6(8 parent reviews) ·Marine Park Childrens Centre, Flagg Court, South Shields, NE33 2LS · South Tyneside
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2022
Local authority
South Tyneside

About this day nursery

Stanley's At Marine Park, an all-year childcare setting in South Shields, provides an outstanding early years experience for children aged 2 to 4 years. Sessions run from 9 am until 12 midday and 1 pm until 4 pm, offering a structured yet exceptionally caring environment where children truly thrive.

The nursery, which was established in 2015, places a strong emphasis on personalised support, particularly for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language. Staff work tirelessly with families, often establishing excellent relationships with external professionals like health and speech and language specialists.

This dedication ensures that all children, including the majority who speak English as an additional language, receive the tailored assistance they need to make rapid progress. The curriculum is thoughtfully planned around children's interests, with experiences carefully sequenced to build knowledge over time, from developing large-muscle skills for early writing to fostering independence in everyday tasks.

Outdoor learning is also a key feature, with children developing their large-muscle skills as they navigate scooters and learn to avoid obstacles. The nursery is praised for its phenomenal support to parents, with many commenting on how their children ask to go to nursery and how staff exceed their expectations.

The outstanding Ofsted rating, maintained as of the latest inspection on 25th November 2022, reflects the exceptional quality of care, education, and leadership at Stanley's At Marine Park.

What it's like

Children thrive in this exceptionally caring nursery. Staff give phenomenal support to parents and children, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) or those who speak English as an additional language. They act swiftly to identify families who would benefit from support, especially those that were isolated as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Exceptionally caring environmentOutstanding SEND supportPhenomenal EAL supportEnjoyable and engaging activitiesStrong parent relationshipsStaff exceed expectations

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

Key facts

Opening hours

Sessions are from 9am until 12 midday and 1pm until 4pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Stanley's At Marine Park

Last inspected 25 November 2022

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children thrive in this exceptionally caring nursery. Staff give phenomenal support to parents and children, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) or those who speak English as an additional language. They act swiftly to identify families who would benefit from support, especially those that were isolated as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff go above and beyond to give children a rich set of experiences beyond their own.
  • Staff manage children's behaviour exceptionally well.
  • Staff have an excellent understanding of what they want children to learn.
  • Children's experiences are carefully sequenced to help children build their knowledge over time.
  • The nursery staff have a strong relationship with parents.
Inspection #10233978 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment that their children ask to go to school.

Parents comment that staff exceed their expectations.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with SEND are exceptionally well supported. Staff work tirelessly with children and their families to provide them with the support they need. Staff have excellent relationships with a range of professionals, such as health and speech and language.

Outdoor space

Children perfect their large-muscle skills outside as they use scooters and steer to avoid obstacles.

EAL / language support

Staff give phenomenal support to parents and children who speak English as an additional language. The majority of children speak English as an additional language. Children who speak English as an additional language join in with key words and express their surprise as staff turn the page.

Parent Reviews of Stanley's At Marine Park

4.6
(8)
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7 years ago

Amazing staff and great facilities. Definitely be bringing my baby here when she's two. Even if I have to travel far. Its that good!! Staff showed a great amount of care and support for both me and my children. My son has done amazing g since going here. They have brilliant activities and classes here for both children and adults. Definitely recommend this children centre!

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Mahida Haque
3 years ago

If I could give a thousand stars I would...the best nursery on the planet. I could sense by how the team were that my child was loved and looked after well. He has autism and they were great in helping me understand everything and get the support I need. Honestly can't say enough how grateful I am.

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sunday adigun
3 years ago

AMAZING STAFF. CHILDREN LEARN RANGE OF ACTIVITIES AND IMMERSE IN DIVERSE CULTURES. GREAT PLACE FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS.

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Keyvan Solati
a month ago

We’re really grateful to the whole team for all the care and support they’ve given our child. It honestly means a lot to us. A special thank you to Mel and Laura — they’ve been absolutely amazing, so kind, supportive and genuinely caring. Every day there were new activities and a lovely routine, and our child was always happy and settled, which gave us real peace of mind. We’ve had a really positive experience and would definitely recommend this nursery. Thank you again for everything.

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Inspection history

Date: March 2017

  • November 2022Outstanding
  • March 2017Outstanding

Frequently asked about Stanley's At Marine Park

About the setting

Stanley's At Marine Park was registered in 2015. The nursery employs five members of childcare staff all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday for 50 weeks of the year. The nursery provides funded early education for two- and three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY488170
Registered person
South Tyneside Council
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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