"I had a really hard time leaving my 1yo daughter at nursery when she started as she was in the midst of separation anxiety having never…"
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Formerly known as Leam Lane Day Care, the nursery welcomes families from diverse backgrounds, each with their own needs, values and beliefs. Registered for 70 children from 1 month to 5 years, from ... Read more
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Spring Nursery Blaydon
Parkhead Community Primary School, Park Lane, Winlaton, Blaydon-on-Tyne NE21 6LT
"I honestly can't put into words how much I love this nursery. My eldest went here and now my youngest does too and it has been the best…"
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Formerly known as Blaydon Day Care, Spring Nursery Blaydon is situated within the grounds of Parkhead Primary School.
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"My little boy has attended since September 2025 and has always struggled with drop off - the staff at Spring have been fantastic with him,…"
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Formerly known as Highfield Day Care, the nursery offers a caring, nurturing and secure environment for your child. Wrap-around care is available with neighbouring Highfield Primary School.
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Spring by Action for Children Reviews in Tyne & Wear (239)
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Spring by Action for Children has a Group Review Score of 9.5 (9.540) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Spring by Action for Children must have a Review Score.
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from S M (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I had a really hard time leaving my 1yo daughter at nursery when she started as she was in the midst of separation anxiety having never been away from me and I was just returning to work after 14 months off which is a challenge in itself. There were many tears from both of us during those first weeks
and Spring Leam Lane were so very supportive and reassuring with us. The manager is just lovely and always takes the time to check in on her and give me updates. She's in her 6th week now and is settling in a bit more each week, now she knows the staff and has developed relationships with them she has started to have more fun at nursery, which is easing my anxiety as well. I'm thankful for the staff for being patient with us, through our tears and 1000 questions! Thank you from the bottom of my heart, really! :)
On top of this, the toys and activities they do are fantastic and the food menu is so varied, my daughter loves mealtimes at nursery. She is so well cared for. Thank you!
from Louise P (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My eldest daughter started in the inventors room and moved into the navigators which she left last year to start big school. My youngest started in October last year in the explorers room. Throughout our time at Spring I have never had any complaints with any of the rooms. Staff are always welcoming
and are very good at communicating with you on drop off and pick up even if it gets busy they still have time to tell you how the children have been throughout the day. My eldest still says she misses the nursery and the staff very much.
from D M (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I honestly can't put into words how much I love this nursery. My eldest went here and now my youngest does too and it has been the best decision for both of my girls. The difference in my little one since she started is amazing. Her talking, her confidence, making friends, counting and most of all her
happiness have come on so much.
She built the loveliest bond with her key worker straight away and even plays nursery at home which tells me she feels safe and happy there. The staff treat the children like their own. They are so kind, patient and genuinely caring.
The kids think they are just playing all day but the things she is learning honestly blow me away. My little girl is only two and already learning days of the week, seasons, letters, numbers, the weather and so much more.
They are always easy to talk to and I have never once felt worried leaving my daughter. I recommend them to everyone I know and could not speak highly enough of them.
from Will S (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been coming here since she was 2 years old and the staff have been amazing. She's really developed and came on a lot and this is all down to the hard work and commitment of all the staff there.
from S M (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My little boy has attended since September 2025 and has always struggled with drop off - the staff at Spring have been fantastic with him, persistent and understanding. They took a soft approach and now my little boy walks in quite happy, on his own and has such a good time there.
The staff have
also been caring and compassionate towards myself and have made letting go of my little boy, a lot easier. They're always warm and welcoming!
from V B (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our daughter attends Spring and has done for around a year now. Her development has came on so much since starting there. The staff genuinely care about the children and this is visible whenever we are in the building. They build lovely trusting relationships with the children and parents/carers. Wouldn't
from Kayleigh H (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Spring nursery has been absolutely amazing for me and my little girl. I really struggled with child care and didn't know where to start but the staff helped me so much. After a bit of a rough start(tears at drop off and pick up) she is now all settled in and is loving it and they are really good at
updating you and reassuring that you little one is ok. honestly can't thank the staff enough.
from Abbie H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery, I go to work reassured that my daughter is in safe capable hands. The staff are brilliant and communicate well. She has come on leaps and bounds in the last year. I would recommend this nursery to everyone
from H H (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank spring nursery staff enough for all their help. It took my daughter quite a while to adjust to nursery with her always being with me. Staff worked with me and my daughter with their best interest for us both. They truly went above and beyond. My daughter absolutely loves it now and it's
brought her out so much, she's much more confident and her speaking has came along great. I love seeing/ hearing what she's been up to at nursery. Every day is different with so many activities which my daughter thoroughly enjoys! The staff and children are so all lovely. Absolutely fantastic nursery!
from Sean P (Father of Child) published on 22 January 2026
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Overall Experience4.0 out of 5
My child loves coming here, the staff are very good at making the children feel welcome at all times. The only "gripes" I have is, when the staff rock up to work 2 minutes before they are suppose to start. It doesn't look great from a parents perspective.
Secondly the amount of different illnesses
the children are allowed to attend nursery with is unbelievable. My child is permanently coming home with different illnesses caught from another child at nursery. I understand this is a blanket policy. This really needs to be looked at again as this affects the parents if it spreads in each house hold.
Reply from Susan Pentland, Nursery Manager at Spring Nursery BlaydonThank you for your feedback, With regards to our unwell child policy I can confirm no children are permitted into nursery unwell and we ensure we follow the guidance of public health England at all times, Where children have been unwell in nursery parents are asked to collect their child and remain at home until they are well enough to return. Staff follow infection control procedures at all times. We value all parent feedback and strive to respond to all parent comments. We appreciate your time in completing a review for us.
from R J (Mother of Child) published on 24 December 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My daughter enjoys her time at spring nursery she has grown so much and always comes home smiling, the staff are very helpful, supportive and communicative. We had so much fun at the Christmas stay and play.
from Charlotte K (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My little boy is thriving at nursery and his face lights up every morning on his way in. The staff are attentive and friendly and have built fantastic relationships with my son! Communication is great too!
from Debbie W (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son started at Spring Blaydon at the beginning of October. He is 2 years old & spent his first 2years with me, so found the transition of leaving me hard to begin with.
The nursery was so supportive of my son & myself during his settle sessions & first weeks. They kept me updated &
made a big effort to help my son to build bonds & feel secure in nursery and with his key people.
My son settled so well and quickly considering he's not used to being left with anyone other myself & some family.
He is happy and cared for. The nursery provides some fab activities to engage the children and pay attention to children's interests and like to link learning and experiences with home and nursery. I honestly can't thank the nursery enough and look forward to the next few years of my son's time there.
from Catherine C (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Spring Nursery since May 2025. He is now 16 months and absolutely loving it. The staff are brilliant and are so accommodating when wanting to book extra sessions. They really do make our family feel welcome and our son thoroughly enjoys his time here. Since starting, his language
and speaking has massively progressed and his engagement with others and activities has definitely increased. We are so pleased our son goes to this loving and nurturing nursery. Thank you all!
from Jude M (Grandmother of Child) published on 3 October 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Extremely happy with the facilities and staff at Spring Nursery. When our grand daughter was settling in, staff went above and beyond to accommodate the transition. They were very patient with us all and we felt very comfortable and reassured by them instantly. Our grand daughter has only been there
a few weeks but, my goodness how she has come on in leaps and bounds in such a relatively short space of time . I particularly look forward to the updates/observations we receive. They are so accurate as to how she behaves and reacts that's it fills us with such confidence. Highly recommend this nursery
from S w (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Spring Nursey Leam Lane is a fantastic Nursery and I have highly recommend it to others. The staff go above and beyond for the children and their families. My little one has been attending for 9months now and he is thriving. He has formed relationships with other children and adults and is always happy
and smiling when I arrive to collect him. I can't thank the staff enough for the high standars of care and that warm feeling I have knowing he's happy and safe in their care.
from G M (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My little boy has been at spring for 4 months now. I couldn't recommend them enough. All staff have been so polite and welcoming and made my transition back into work after maternity leave stress free.
He is exposed to so many new activities, messy play, new foods as-well as indoor and outdoor
from Beth B (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
This nursery has been amazing since my son started attending 6 months ago. All members of staff cater to every need, and ensure that we are happy with every thing that happens. The nursery gives such a warm and welcoming vibe which has really helped my son to settle and love coming to nursery. Would
highly recommend if you're a little bit anxious, like I was!
from E S (Father of Child) published on 3 October 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We viewed a number of nurseries before choosing Spring Leam Lane, and none of them compared. From the very beginning, the staff have been warm, welcoming and professional, instantly giving us confidence in our decision. Our daughter has always been quite nervous around strangers but since attending
she has come on leaps and bounds. Her confidence has grown so much and it's wonderful to see how happy and settled she is. We love receiving updates through the Famly App and especially enjoy reading the detailed observations from Ruby. It's clear she has taken the time to really get to know our daughter and her notes always capture her personality and progress so beautifully. Every time we drop her off knowing she is in safe hands and we pick her up knowing she's had a fun, nurturing day full of learning and play. The care, patience and encouragement she receives mean the world to us and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Spring Leam Lane to other families.
from J H (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Spring Leam Lane from being 14 months, from Sept 2024 - Aug 2025. He took a little while to get used to the morning handovers but otherwise has loved it, has made lots of little friends and has come along great in his speech and confidence playing with others. All of the staff in
Explorers have been great with him, and me, taking lots of time to tell me how his day has been and what he's been up to. And his keyworker has been absolutely fantastic so a special thankyou to her. He's now going into the Navigators room and so far for his settling sessions the morning handovers have been completely tear free, he comes out with a big smile and his new keyworker seems lovely too.
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