Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care & Early Education in Sunderland
We are a purpose-built nursery dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and education for children under five years old. Our setting prioritises child-initiated play, allowing children to explore materials freely while developing their individual strengths. Registered by Ofsted since 2017, we maintain a 'Good' rating across all areas and offer flexible, affordable care through three dedicated rooms, a large outdoor space, and a soft play area.Our team of trained professionals includes a designated Safeguarding Lead and SENCo, ensuring tailored support for every child's needs. We operate 50 weeks a year with extended hours to accommodate working families, while maintaining strong partnerships with local authorities and educational institutions to enhance our services.
Services
Day Care
Early Years Education
SEN Support
Safeguarding Services
Flexible Hours
Outdoor Play
Soft Play Area
Parent Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We provide child-centred learning through purpose-designed play environments
- Our team includes dedicated Safeguarding Lead and SENCo professionals
- Flexible 50-week operation with extended daily hours available
- Maintained Ofsted 'Good' rating since registration in 2017
- Registered for tax-free childcare and government funding schemes
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Day Care
Full-day nursery care for children aged 9 months to 5 years. Our Ofsted-registered facility provides structured play activities and developmental support in a safe environment. Staff maintain detailed observation records to track each child's progress against early years foundation stage goals.
Early Years Education
Curriculum-based learning through play for children aged 2-5 years. Qualified educators deliver age-appropriate activities focusing on communication, physical development, and social skills. Sessions align with national early years foundation stage requirements.
SEN Support
Tailored care for children with special educational needs. Our SENCo develops individual support plans in collaboration with parents and external specialists. We provide adapted resources and environments to accommodate various developmental requirements.
Safeguarding Services
Comprehensive safeguarding measures including staff training, incident reporting systems, and partnership working with local authorities. Our designated safeguarding lead maintains up-to-date protocols in line with national and local child protection guidelines.
Flexible Hours
Adaptable childcare sessions to suit working families. Choose from full-day, morning, or afternoon sessions, with options for year-round attendance or term-time only arrangements based on funding eligibility.
People
Zoe Convery
Site Manager
Experienced nursery manager with specialist safeguarding training. Oversees daily operations and maintains Ofsted compliance standards at the Sandhill Centre location.
Natalie
Assistant Manager & SENCo
Specialist in special educational needs with responsibility for supporting children with additional requirements and staff training.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children from 9 months up to 5 years old, with dedicated rooms for different developmental stages.
Do you offer government-funded childcare?
Yes, we accept 15-hour and 30-hour government funding schemes for eligible families, including tax-free childcare options.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff follow personalised training plans with regular safeguarding updates, and we maintain a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio.
How do you support children with special needs?
Our SENCo works with families to create individualised support plans, with access to specialist equipment and external agencies.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 8am-6pm, 50 weeks a year with flexible session options for working parents.
