--- title: "Yellow Wellies, Durham — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Yellow Wellies, a nursery in Durham — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews 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. 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Yellow Wellies # Yellow Wellies in Durham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · Avenue House, North Road, Durham, DH1 4SG · Durham Number of places 52 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 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 Yellow Wellies offers high-quality childcare and early education across its nurseries in Durham, Bishop Auckland, and Hebburn. The dedicated team strives to create a happy, clean, and stimulating environment where children can thrive. Emphasising outdoor learning, the nurseries boast qualified forest school practitioners and engaging outdoor spaces, encouraging children to explore, discover, and connect with the natural world. This focus allows children to examine mini-beasts, grow their own produce, and learn through hands-on experiences. The curriculum is designed to encourage exploration and development, fostering confidence and self-esteem. Yellow Wellies aims to provide a nurturing "home from home" setting, as evidenced by positive parent testimonials highlighting the staff's caring approach and the significant developmental progress observed in the children. The nursery prides itself on individualised care, recognising that each child is unique, and invites prospective families to visit and experience the environment firsthand. Our ethos Yellow Wellies emphasises outdoor learning, with qualified forest school practitioners and engaging outdoor spaces that encourage children to explore, discover, and connect with the natural world through hands-on experiences. They aim to foster confidence and self-esteem in a nurturing "home from home" setting, providing individualised care for each unique child. What it's like Children are warmly greeted by kind, caring, supportive staff at Yellow Wellies. Staff gather information from parents to establish positive relationships and create a welcoming, child-friendly, and homely play environment. The curriculum for communication and language development is seamlessly woven throughout the nursery, promoting language skills from the baby room upwards through vocabulary, stories, and singing. Outdoor Learning Forest School Practitioners Qualifed Staff Individualised Care ## 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) 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 Food Meals, snacks and consumables are provided as part of an enrichment contribution. Families cannot bring their own food or snacks due to airborne allergies, but may feed their child off site if they wish to provide their own food. Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Yellow Wellies Inspection date Sept 2025 Inspection no. 10398609 Lead inspector Julie Campbell [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288262)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY360601) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=yellow-wellies-dh1-4sg-ey360601) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Yellow Wellies Last inspected 5 September 2025 · Julie Campbell 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 warmly greeted by kind, caring, supportive staff at Yellow Wellies. Staff gather information from parents to establish positive relationships and create a welcoming, child-friendly, and homely play environment. The curriculum for communication and language development is seamlessly woven throughout the nursery, promoting language skills from the baby room upwards through vocabulary, stories, and singing. Inspector highlights - The nursery is a real strength in how well all staff know each child and their family. - Children benefit from the extensive outdoor area, which provides opportunities to discover nature and develop their understanding of the wider world. - Staff are excellent role models, promoting children's positive behaviour through praise and encouragement. - The leadership team is ambitious and knowledgeable, passionate about providing high-quality childcare and prioritising staff well-being. - Staff establish positive, professional working relationships with parents, fostering close relationships and regularly updating them on their child's progress. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to recognise opportunities to further extend children's learning to help all children make even greater progress. Inspection #10398609 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288262) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. Staff identify gaps in learning and plan early intervention. They work closely with parents and other professionals and professional bodies, such as schools, health visitors and the local authority, to create individual support plans. Outdoor space Children benefit from the extensive outdoor area. For instance, children play cooperatively as they balance and climb across an obstacle course. Older children roll balls down drainpipes. The garden and forest area provides children with opportunities to discover nature. ## Parent Reviews of Yellow Wellies 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJQXGA9MD8icYMiE6tH1beoD_Jc6sh6U-9rEiqWHGp0gZCP1w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Zhiyu Li 5 months ago The nursery is a wonderful place for my little one to grow, play, and learn from teachers and peers. He goes there with a big smile every day and comes home with happiness (and a full belly). The staff really care about kids and are so loving, professional and thoughtful with all kinds of learning needs. The management team is also amazing. My boy especially enjoys the messy play and their indoor and outdoor activities. Highly recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21kSlVUaHdjVFJCY1MxWFUycENTWE5uYjJaVGJuYxAB!2m1!1s0x487e7df5287f0415:0x2aacc97d61e6cb2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI-PXRbnfhWHZUsBwXONmn6X4YYuZF5CEplUtZc2MS_u8d_3w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Elizabeth Kay 4 years ago I had a great experience as a student at yellow wellies 10 years ago when i was studying a level 2 course. Staff were great and supportive. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtNzVYMTVRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e7df5287f0415:0x2aacc97d61e6cb2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLsjldfE39xqavO6WAlKjhU1XkeFhjUk3aE6lcNuth--V3qLg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) E N 8 years ago Outstanding nursery. A lovely homely feel and a fabulous staff team. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURnZ0pDdFRBEAE!2m1!1s0x487e7df5287f0415:0x2aacc97d61e6cb2) Reviews from Google for Yellow Wellies. 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