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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North East](/search?region=North+East) 4. The Nursery # The Nursery in Morpeth Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2025) · 4.8 (19 parent reviews) · Unit 1, The Old Barn, Morpeth, NE61 6AW · Northumberland Number of places 114 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Northumberland 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 at Whitehouse Farm, located in Morpeth, provides a nurturing environment for children to learn and play, boasting an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating from May 2025. Situated within the Whitehouse Farm Centre, it offers unique experiences like interacting with farm animals, tractor rides, and expansive play areas, easily accessible from the A1 with convenient parking. The nursery focuses on a holistic approach to child development, treating each child as an individual to help them flourish emotionally, creatively, and academically. It prides itself on having highly qualified and experienced staff, all holding at least a Level 3 in Early Years Education, with many pursuing higher degrees. Staff are also fully first aid qualified and undergo rigorous DBS checks, with a strong emphasis on continuous professional development and a low staff turnover. A sister nursery in Killingworth Way offers similar care and even includes swimming lessons for children aged three and above. The Nursery provides fresh, nutritious, home-cooked meals prepared by its chef, maintaining a 5-star food hygiene rating. Our ethos At The Nursery at Whitehouse Farm, and its sister branch on Killingworth Way, the approach to education and childcare is rounded, appreciating that there is a lot more to children's development than academic success. The nursery ensures to help children develop emotionally and creatively as well as academically, treating each child as a unique individual and getting to know them on a personal level, believing this allows children to truly flourish and grow. What it's like Children are extremely settled, happy and ready to learn. Staff build strong bonds with children and create a very calm, relaxed and positive environment in which children flourish. Children are curious, highly engaged and enthusiastic as they help to make bread, explore with fruit and herbs and blow soap bubbles. Ofsted Outstanding Farm-based learning Qualified staff Home-cooked meals ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 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. [Request pricing →](https://www.thenurseryuk.com/contact) ## Key facts Food Fresh, delicious and nutritional home-made meals are cooked onsite by our Nursery Chef. We maintain a 5-Star Food Hygiene rating and were complimented by Ofsted in our recent report. "Children enjoy healthy and nutritious hot meals that are prepared by the nursery cook." Opening hours Monday - Friday 7.30am - 6.00 pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2017 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Nursery Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10392240 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280191)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY553597) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.thenurseryuk.com/) Unit 1, The Old Barn, Morpeth, NE61 6AW Opening hours Monday - Friday 7.30am - 6.00 pm [© 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#/-1.70238/55.13052/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Morpeth - [Day nurseries in Morpeth](/search?q=Morpeth) - [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-ne61-6aw-ey553597) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for The Nursery Last inspected 20 May 2025 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are extremely settled, happy and ready to learn. Staff build strong bonds with children and create a very calm, relaxed and positive environment in which children flourish. Children are curious, highly engaged and enthusiastic as they help to make bread, explore with fruit and herbs and blow soap bubbles. Inspector highlights - Children are comfortable and confident learners. Staff create a home-from-home environment to help children to feel a strong sense of belonging, including photo booklets of each child's family and displays of children's pets. - Children take part in exciting activities that broaden their knowledge and horizons at this farm-based nursery. For example, staff teach children how to sensitively handle living things, as they help to care for chicks that are hatching. - There is outstanding support for children to develop their language. Staff introduce new words such as 'recipe', 'ingredients', 'instruction' and 'sachet' as children help to make bread. - Staff plan for children's physical development extremely well. They encourage children to stretch and dance before sitting, in order to help them to improve their focus. - Support for children's mathematical skills is excellent. Staff encourage children to measure themselves to see who is the tallest. Children experiment with coloured film to see what happens when they layer one colour on top of another. Inspection #10392240 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280191) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with professionals in education and health who are involved with children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children blow soap bubbles in the nursery's enclosed garden. Children take part in regular walks to greet the farm animals and explore the nursery's woodland garden. ## Parent Reviews of The Nursery 4.8 (19) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKNThhHNdQtZWuJxMBmcAOvAlvvsFIgEHLzwz-65GaS8Vs0xQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Mark Gibbs 5 years ago Sweet enough place, staff were pleasant. Some cool animals especially the collection of birds of prey which were the highlight for the whole family. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURDaTllU29nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e0acdd2d20dc1:0xd5bb2a9fc42d082) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUWmFGj4F_ksbUfMEgGV3dApFq8lA7aT6NbRV4POEUVM_8HKozK8Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6) Susan Parr 5 years ago Fantastic place to take the kids. There's lots for them to see and do. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDaXN5R0V3EAE!2m1!1s0x487e0acdd2d20dc1:0xd5bb2a9fc42d082) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWLmc0KckdG989GhP2n1c05ScEGeXSeMkD-Ma0DLk2NGHjPL1oF=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) san crawford 4 years ago Nice Day Out well worth the visit granddaughter petted rabbits . guinie pigs . Mouse . snake. Owl Funday out with massive park and activities weather made the day was Red Hot !! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNhbVoyWXNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e0acdd2d20dc1:0xd5bb2a9fc42d082) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU8AvKqTyA58EduTvdWc7OxIOty9NSeyiI45drmDFxcz_HOreg0=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Carol Armston 5 years ago What a fab place! Something for everyone! Lovely staff, lots of animals and great play areas. Good value! Spent 4.5 glorious hours there. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDeW91al9nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e0acdd2d20dc1:0xd5bb2a9fc42d082) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJTOjpqGoQXMCJTU5Zt9mqIu0usIy43JUdb_enSgVulkJHxYQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Kathleen Brindley 5 years ago Had a great day. Something for everyone to enjoy. My grandson really loves going. Perfect. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURLMFBxeklnEAE!2m1!1s0x487e0acdd2d20dc1:0xd5bb2a9fc42d082) Reviews from Google for The Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=962559388525187202&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2025 Date: August 2019 - May 2025 Outstanding - August 2019 Good ## Frequently asked about The Nursery ### What type of nursery is The Nursery? ### What is the capacity at The Nursery? ### How does The Nursery support children with SEND? ## About the setting The Nursery registered in 2017 and is based at Whitehouse Farm in Morpeth, Northumberland. The nursery operates for 51 weeks of the year, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. The nursery employs 26 members of childcare staff, of whom 20 staff hold relevant qualifications at level 3 or above, including three staff at level 6 and two staff at level 5. The nursery offers the government funded places for childcare. URN EY553597 Registered person The Nursery At Whitehouse Farm Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in Morpeth Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to The Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.1 mi ### Goosehill at Hepscott Park Morpeth · NE61 6NF ](/nursery/goosehill-at-hepscott-park-ne61-6nf-ey414163) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Sunshine Pre-School (Kirkhill) Morpeth · NE61 2BD ](/nursery/sunshine-pre-school-kirkhill-ne61-2bd-2533465) - [ Provider closed 2.3 mi ### Stobhillgate Explorers Morpeth · NE61 2HA 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/stobhillgate-explorers-ne61-2ha-2804691) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.6 mi ### Goosehill Private Nursery Morpeth · NE61 1TL ](/nursery/goosehill-private-nursery-ne61-1tl-301760) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Bolland Hall Day Nursery Morpeth · NE61 1DF ](/nursery/bolland-hall-day-nursery-ne61-1df-301758) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Childcare@dawn to dusk Morpeth · NE61 3RD ](/nursery/childcare-dawn-to-dusk-ne61-3rd-2703446) [See all nurseries in Morpeth →](/search?q=Morpeth) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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