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  • Little Cubs Days Nursery

    • Great Aycliffe, Durham , DL5 6AP
    Little Cubs Days Nursery is a highly regarded nursery located in Great Aycliffe, North East. With a strong emphasis on providing a safe and nurturing environment, the nursery offers a curriculum tailored to each child's needs and interests. The dedicated staff, excellent partnerships with parents, and focus on personal development make Little Cubs an ideal choice for your child's early years education.
    • Ofsted Good
    Little Cubs Days Nursery

  • Chilton Happytimes Daycare

    • Chilton, Durham , DL17 0PT
    Chilton Happytimes Daycare is a highly-rated nursery located in Chilton, North East. With a proven track record of providing excellent care and education, the nursery offers a warm and nurturing environment where children make good progress. The dedicated and qualified staff ensure children's development is accurately assessed and supported, while strong partnerships with parents enhance the overall experience. Although not yet outstanding, the school boasts an effective management team and a focus on following children's interests.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Trimdon's Little Tykes Ltd

    • Trimdon, Durham , TS29 6QH
    • Age 0.3-8
    Trimdon's Little Tykes Ltd is a nursery school founded in 2002. With a focus on quality teaching and strong partnerships with parents, this school provides a nurturing environment where children learn through play. Staff have a good understanding of child development, ensuring positive outcomes for children's personal development, behavior, and welfare.
    • Ofsted Good
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  • Westfield House

    • Durham , DL15 8JL
    Westfield House Nursery in Durham is an outstanding school with exceptional teaching. The staff create an exciting and challenging learning environment where children are highly motivated, independent, and confident in their play. The school has successful partnerships with parents, ensuring a supportive and nurturing experience for children.
    • Ofsted Outstanding
    Westfield House

  • Kids Active

    • Durham , DH8 6QN
    Kids Active is a nursery located in Durham, North East. With a good Ofsted rating, children at Kids Active feel secure and have fun while staff provide well-qualified care. However, there is room for improvement in teaching safety practices and supporting outdoor learning.
    • Ofsted Good

  • The Louisa Centre Nursery

    • Stanley, Durham , DH9 0TE
    • Age 0.3-4.11
    The Louisa Centre Nursery is an outstanding school located in Stanley, North East. With its dedicated headteacher, Christine Lovell, it offers exceptional quality education for children aged 0.3 to 4.11 years. The nursery promotes excellent behaviour and attitudes, ensuring personal development through outstanding leadership and management.
    • Ofsted Outstanding
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  • Yellow Wellies

    • Bishop Auckland, Durham , DL14 6HX
    • Age 2-5
    Yellow Wellies is a nursery in Bishop Auckland that provides high-quality care and education for children aged 2-5. With a passionate team of staff, the nursery ensures individual needs are met and safeguarding is effective. While improvements are needed in teaching, parents have given extremely positive feedback about the nursery.
    • Ofsted Requires Improvement

  • Busy Bees (Durham) Limited - Dragonfly Club

    • Framwellgate Moor, Durham , DH1 5BG
    Busy Bees (Durham) Limited - Dragonfly Club is a nursery located in Framwellgate Moor, North East. Established in 2017, the club offers a nurturing environment focused on personal development. With good leadership and outstanding welfare, children are happy, have a strong sense of belonging, and are taught about healthy living.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Dean Bank Early Years

    • Ferryhill, Durham , DL17 8PH
    • Age 2-4
    Dean Bank Early Years is a nursery school located in Ferryhill, North East. With high expectations for every child, a carefully planned learning environment, and effective support for children with special educational needs, Dean Bank Early Years provides a welcoming and secure environment for children aged 2-4. The school emphasizes the development of early writing skills, encourages curiosity and exploration, and promotes health and hygiene routines. With passionate leaders and staff, effective partnerships with parents, and a focus on broadening children's understanding of the world, Dean Bank Early Years is dedicated to ensuring children's future success.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Wingate Community Childcare Ltd

    • Wingate, Durham , TS28 5BD
    • Age 2-5
    Wingate Community Childcare Ltd is a well-established nursery providing high-quality care and education for children aged 2-5. With a dedicated and experienced team, the nursery offers flexible arrangements to support children's settling in process. Parents are extremely satisfied with the setting, as leaders prioritize children's welfare and create an engaging learning environment.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Burnopfield Daycare

    • Durham , NE16 6JF
    Burnopfield Daycare is a newly established nursery located in Burnopfield, Durham. Our experienced staff provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2 to 4. With a focus on play-based learning, we offer a range of activities to support your child's development and prepare them for their educational journey.

  • Kip McGrath Chester Le Street

    • Durham , DH3 3EZ
    At Kip McGrath Chester Le Street, we prioritize your child's education. Our team of trained teachers, led by director Carol Milne, are dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential. With personalized programs aligned with the National Curriculum, small group and one-on-one instruction, and a focus on raising levels and building self-confidence, we give students a competitive edge.

  • Dipton Out of School Hours Club

    • Durham , DH9 9DJ
    Dipton Out of School Hours Club is a well-established nursery located at Collierley Primary School in Dipton. With a strong reputation for quality care and education since its founding in 2000, it offers a safe and nurturing environment for children in their early years. The club has been praised by Ofsted for its overall effectiveness, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a reliable and inclusive nursery experience.

  • The Valley Nursery at Pelton Primary

    • Pelton, Durham , DH2 1EZ
    The Valley Nursery at Pelton Primary is a welcoming and caring nursery located in Pelton, North East. With strong bonds between staff and children, an effective key-person system for individual needs, and close links with primary school teachers, parents can feel confident in their child's education and development.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Kirklands at Startforth

    • Startforth, Durham , DL12 9AQ
    Welcome to Kirklands at Startforth, a newly founded nursery located at Startforth Community Centre. We provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 3-4 years old. Our dedicated team of qualified staff is committed to ensuring the well-being and development of each child, fostering a love for learning from the very start.

  • Kmec Bishop Auckland

    • Bishop Auckland, Durham , DL14 6HX
    Kmec Bishop Auckland is a nursery school located in Bishop Auckland, North East. Founded in 2016, our education centre provides a nurturing environment for children in their early years. We prioritize individual needs and offer a supportive learning experience to help children thrive and reach their full potential.

  • Playology Beach School & Learning Studio

    • Seaham, Durham , SR7 7EE
    Playology Beach School & Learning Studio is an outstanding nursery located at Seaham Harbour Marina in North East. With a focus on play-based learning and outdoor activities, our school offers developmentally appropriate experiences that ignite imagination, promote creativity, and foster wellbeing. Join us in creating a joyful and enriching educational journey for your child.
    • Ofsted Outstanding
    Playology Beach School & Learning Studio

  • Positive Steps Nursery

    • Peterlee, Durham , SR8 2RN
    • Age 0-5
    Positive Steps Nursery is a welcoming and friendly school providing a good quality education for children aged 0-5. With experienced and well-qualified staff, we focus on promoting independence, respect, and early reading skills. Our strong partnerships with parents ensure children's happiness and development.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Howletch & Shotton Primary Childcare

    • Peterlee, Durham , SR8 2NQ
    • Age 0.2-8
    Howletch & Shotton Primary Childcare is a nurturing nursery located in Peterlee. With a strong focus on the safety and well-being of children, the dedicated staff work closely with parents and professionals to meet the needs of all children, including those with special educational needs. The setting provides a secure environment where children can play and learn, ensuring their personal development and welfare. With its commitment to improving quality and positive Ofsted ratings, Howletch & Shotton Primary Childcare is a trusted choice for parents.
    • Ofsted Good

  • Woodlands Day Nursery

    • Brandon and Byshottles, Durham , DH7 8XQ
    • Age 0.3-12
    Woodlands Day Nursery is a nurturing and safe environment for children aged 0.3-12 years. Led by experienced owner, Emma Foster, our nursery offers quality early education and care. With a small school size of 72, we provide individual attention and support. Located in Meadowfield, Brandon and Byshottles, North East, our nursery prioritizes the well-being and development of every child.
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