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The Nursery # The Nursery in Consett Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2024) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 4a Teasdale Street, Consett, DH8 6AF · Durham Number of places 70 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2024 Local authority Durham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The Nursery in Consett offers a warm and inviting environment for children aged 6 weeks to 4 years. Open 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, the nursery provides flexible full-time, part-time, and flexible sessions to accommodate diverse family needs. The facilities boast bright and spacious playrooms equipped with modern resources, along with a large, secure garden featuring both hard and soft play areas for engaging fun and learning. Children benefit from freshly prepared, nutritious meals, including breakfast, cooked lunches, snacks, and teas, all made on-site to ensure quality. The dedicated and qualified team follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, delivering a wide range of educational activities tailored to each child. Specialist staff, including a SENDCO and behaviour management specialist, are available to support individual developmental journeys. Located conveniently in central Consett with excellent public transport links, the nursery accepts various government funding options and Tax-Free Childcare, alongside offering affordable pricing and a 10% sibling discount. Families are also welcome to two free visits to help solidify their choice. Our ethos The Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, delivering a wide range of educational activities tailored to each child. They also provide specialist staff, including a SENDCO and behaviour management specialist, to support individual developmental journeys. What it's like Children arrive happily at this nursery and separate from carers with ease. Staff are responsive to children. There are noticeable warm and affectionate relationships between staff and children. Flexible sessions Freshly prepared meals SENDCO and behaviour management specialist on staff Outdoor play areas Government funding accepted ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year Food Freshly prepared breakfast, cooked lunches, snacks, and teas made on-site Age range 6 weeks to 4 years old Term time / All Year All Year Established 2010 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Nursery Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10310226 Lead inspector Janet Fairhurst Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50243282)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY415532) 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.thenurseryconsett.co.uk/) 4a Teasdale Street, Consett, DH8 6AF [© 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#/-1.82997/54.85421/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Consett - [Day nurseries in Consett](/search?q=Consett) - [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=the-nursery-dh8-6af-ey415532) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Nursery Last inspected 27 February 2024 · Janet Fairhurst 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 arrive happily at this nursery and separate from carers with ease. Staff are responsive to children. There are noticeable warm and affectionate relationships between staff and children. Inspector highlights - The new manager and provider have a positive attitude towards continuous improvement and have taken action to address previous weaknesses. - The management team has designed a well-sequenced curriculum that helps children to gradually gain knowledge and skills over time. - Staff know and value every child. From the very start, they ensure that they understand each child's needs. - Overall, staff model language effectively, introducing children to a wide range of vocabulary, which supports their good communication and language development. - Children's health and well-being are supported well. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to consider different ways of questioning children that give them time to respond and engage in conversations using the sentence structures they are learning. Inspection #10310226 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50243282) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are happy with the nursery and specifically comment on the good communication from staff at collection time and the information they receive online. > They comment positively on the vast improvements made since the last inspection and express how happy their children are attending. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff carry out regular assessments of children's development. They use this information to identify gaps in children's learning, which are swiftly addressed. This helps to ensure that all children are well supported to make progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space Children thoroughly enjoy their time in the outdoor area. Staff join them to play hide and seek. Children delight as they count, run and hide. They develop their confidence and coordination as they kick balls, balance on stepping stones and learn new skills, such as pedalling the tricycle. ## Parent Reviews of The Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIV5CvfpU2qP56z1kOgfsahkigqS65vJulA8YXx4p3u128_2g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Kate Robinson 6 years ago My son has been going since he was 5 months and I am very pleased with his care, development and sociability. The staff are all amazing, will do anything to help and nothing is too much bother. The whole environment is one of a happy welcoming nursery, My son loves going and I wouldn’t change it for anything. Highly recommend to anyone that wants a safe and professional place for they child with complete piece of mind [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM0cnFUZV9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487dd400c90700db:0x9088dae16afe7e78) Reviews from Google for The Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10414814799991832184&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2024 Date: June 2011 - February 2024 Good - March 2023 Inadequate - June 2017 Good - March 2015 Good - June 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about The Nursery ### What staff expertise is available at The Nursery? ### What fees and discounts does The Nursery publish? ### Is The Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### Which curriculum approach does The Nursery follow? ### Does The Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does The Nursery accept? ### How does The Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Consett Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Happy Smiles Consett · DH8 6TJ ](/nursery/happy-smiles-dh8-6tj-2752668) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Big Hands Little Hands Nursery School Consett · DH8 7PW ](/nursery/big-hands-little-hands-nursery-school-dh8-7pw-2659528) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Shotley Bridge Nursery School Consett · DH8 8LY ](/nursery/shotley-bridge-nursery-school-limited-dh8-8ly-ey491369) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Tilly-Mints Cherubs Day Nursery Consett · DH8 0BH 2.7(7 reviews) ](/nursery/tilly-mints-cherubs-day-nursery-ltd-dh8-0bh-ey556308) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### New Beginnings (Moorside) Consett · DH8 8EQ ](/nursery/new-beginnings-moorside-dh8-8eq-ey356648) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.7 mi ### Conkers Life Kindergarten Rowlands Gill · NE39 1ND ](/nursery/conkers-life-kindergarten-ne39-1nd-ey562599) [See all nurseries in Consett →](/search?q=Consett) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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