Nurseries in North East England

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477 North East England Nurseries
7,997 Reviews
Kids Planet Kenton Park

5 Kenton Park Centre, Kenton Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 4RU 

10 72 reviews
"My two boys have gone here and i have always felt so reassured that they were getting the best care and having fun. My eldest is leaving…"   Read all 72 reviews

Kids Planet Kenton Park takes pride in an environment that works to cherish and nurture the early years development of each child, with a reputation for friendliness and hospitality among parents and families of the local community. The nursery's… Read more about Kids Planet Kenton Park

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 58 Places
Little Ladybirds Day Nursery

Ladybird House, Unit 11, Falcon Court, Preston Farm Industrial Estate, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3TS 

10 147 reviews
"Our little one loves life at Ladybirds, the staff are gorgeous with him and take the time to get to know him and bring out his personality.…"   Read all 147 reviews

Little Ladybirds Day Nursery is an Ofsted rated 'good' nursery (May 2023) situated in a purpose-built venue in Stockton, Teesside. Within the nursery, care is provided for children aged six weeks through to five-years-old. The nursery is divided… Read more about Little Ladybirds Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 110 Places
Kids Planet Ettrick Grove

49 Ettrick Grove, High Barnes, Sunderland SR3 4AW 

10 58 reviews
"My two daughters attended this nursery at a start age of 8 months. One attended when it was still under the previous management and the…"   Read all 58 reviews

Kids Planet Ettrick Grove registered for 88 children aged from birth to six years old. Skilled and professional staff meet the needs of working parents and give children the chance to develop skills with confidence in an exciting learning environment.… Read more about Kids Planet Ettrick Grove

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 88 Places
Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn)

Durham Road, Bowburn South Industrial Estate, Bowburn, Durham DH6 5AT 

10 118 reviews
"Our little boy has loved every minute of his time at Clever Clogs so far; the staff are absolutely fantastic and have made our little ones…"   Read all 118 reviews

Clever Clogs Day Nursery in Bowburn, Durham is an Oftsed rated outstanding (April 2023) nursery in the North East of England. Situated just off junction 61 of the A1 near Durham Services, the nursery offers 94 nursery childcare places for 0-5-year-olds… Read more about Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Bowburn)

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 108 Places
Spring Nursery Highfield

Whinfield Way, Rowlands Gill NE39 1EH 

10 61 reviews
"The nursery goes above and beyond for the children. My daughter has come on leaps and bounds since attending spring Highfield her…"   Read all 61 reviews

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. A highly qualified nursery staff team works with parents/carers… Read more about Spring Nursery Highfield

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 36 Places
Kids Planet Durham

5 City West Business Park, St John's Road, Meadowfield Industrial Estate, Durham DH7 8ER 

10 30 reviews
"Wonderful learning environment, always something new and interesting that the children then come home and discuss. The meals and snacks are…"   Read all 30 reviews

Kids Planet Durham, looks to inspire children throughout their early years period, with a fulfilling learning experience that contributes to all key areas of development, though there is a strong focus upon musical journeys. Staff at this independent… Read more about Kids Planet Durham

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 74 Places
Busy Bees Nursery

Priory Road, Newton Hall, Durham DH1 5HW 

10 185 reviews
"My little boy started at Busy Bees in July 2025 and I have been so impressed with the way they have ensured he is happy and thriving at…"   Read all 185 reviews

Busy Bees Day Nursery provides quality and inspirational learning for children up to eleven years old. They provide a nurturing and caring environment where everyone feels welcome and valued in their own right. They have established an enviable reputation… Read more about Busy Bees Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 170 Places
Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Belmont)

New Ferens Park, Belmont Industrial Estate, Durham DH1 1GG 

10 109 reviews
"Very friendly staff, my little boy loves coming and always has fun. Very useful app to keep informed of activities during the day and…"   Read all 109 reviews

Purpose-built in 2007, Clever Clogs Day Nursery is rated as Outstanding by Ofsted (June 2024). Located just two minutes off the junction of the A1 and A690 in Durham, Clever Clogs Belmont provides 96 nursery childcare places for 0-5 year olds and… Read more about Clever Clogs Day Nursery (Belmont)

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 122 Places
Park Farm Day Nursery

Pont Park, Berwick Hill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 0JY 

10 49 reviews
"Our child loves it here, it's a great setting right next to a farm with animals and promotes outdoor play and adventure. It's the kind of…"   Read all 49 reviews

Park Farm Day Nursery is a privately-owned, family-run nursery located in peaceful countryside, surrounded by open fields and natural beauty. Offering a unique home-from-home experience, Park Farm provides high-quality care and early years education… Read more about Park Farm Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 98 Places
Busy Bees Sunderland, Doxford

Glanville Road, Doxford Business Park, Sunderland SR3 3UY 

10 39 reviews
"Amazing nursery with kind staff. My little girl loves every day she spends there. It is a pleasure to drop her off as she is always so…"   Read all 39 reviews

Busy Bees Sunderland, on Doxford Business Park, is a purpose-built childcare facility with landscaped gardens, a selection of versatile play rooms suitable for all pre-school age groups and a dedicated team of experienced professionals. The provider… Read more about Busy Bees Sunderland, Doxford

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 90 Places
Happy Little Sunbeams Day Nursery

2 Park Road North, Middlesbrough TS1 3LF 

10 41 reviews
"I chose this nursery for my eldest who is now in big school and he absolutely loved every second at Happy Little Sunbeams and thrived…"   Read all 41 reviews

Happy Little Sunbeams Day Nursery is a wonderful, loving, nurturing and stimulating environment in Middlesbrough, the nursery is an independent, family orientated setting, not a chain. Staff are fully trained in childcare, first aid, food hygiene… Read more about Happy Little Sunbeams Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 62 Places
Kids Planet Westerhope

384-388 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope, Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 5HE 

9.9 82 reviews
"I am absolutely in awe of the care and support this nursery has shown my daughter since day one. In the Rising Threes room, she's formed an…"   Read all 82 reviews

Kids Planet Westerhope welcomes children from birth to five years, all of whom experience a mixture and planned and spontaneous activities and play that are ideal for their age group. The aim is to start children off on the path to life-long learning,… Read more about Kids Planet Westerhope

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 59 Places
Kids Planet Southridge

Cranleigh Place, Whitley Bay NE25 9UD 

9.9 32 reviews
"Overall, I am very happy with how the staff have helped my little boy settle into nursery for the first time. The communications from the…"   Read all 32 reviews

Kids Planet Southridge has a team of caring, qualified staff who help children thrive. The nursery uses early years philosophies including Montessori, Piaget, Reggio Emilia and Vygotsky. Children are given the chance to make choices about the… Read more about Kids Planet Southridge

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 112 Places
Kids Planet Ashbrooke

Ashbrooke Road, Ashbrooke, Sunderland SR2 7HH 

9.9 52 reviews
"My son has went to this nursery for over a year, when he first started he had severe separation anxiety, the staff helped him so much in…"   Read all 52 reviews

Kids Planet Ashbrooke takes pride in an environment that works to cherish and nurture the early years development of each child, with a reputation for friendliness and hospitality among parents and families of the local community. The nursery's environment… Read more about Kids Planet Ashbrooke

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 60 Places
Spring Nursery Leam Lane

129 Cotemede, Leam Lane, Gateshead NE10 8QH 

9.9 111 reviews
"We viewed a number of nurseries before choosing Spring Leam Lane, and none of them compared. From the very beginning, the staff have been…"   Read all 111 reviews

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 8am to 6pm every day. Staff work in partnership with… Read more about Spring Nursery Leam Lane

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 74 Places
Spring Nursery Layfield

Spring Layfield, Layfield Primary School, Everingham Road, Yarm TS15 9TF 

9.9 44 reviews
"I first visited Spring while exploring childcare options ahead of returning to work. I was anxious, emotional, and full of questions, the…"   Read all 44 reviews

Spring Nursery Layfield is based in Yarm and provides day care sessions for children aged from 2 months - 11 years. The nursery is in a purpose-built building situated within Layfield Primary School. The nursery operates from 2 rooms, one of these… Read more about Spring Nursery Layfield

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 48 Places
YMCA Day Nursery

7 Northumberland Place, North Shields NE30 1QP 

9.9 72 reviews
"Staff at the YMCA North Tyneside Nursery have given exceptional care to our granddaughter for the last three years. They have nurtured her…"   Read all 72 reviews

YMCA Day Nursery is part of YMCA North Tyneside, and offers childcare and learning for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. At this high-quality early years provision, children are valued and their happiness, enthusiasm and individuality are fostered… Read more about YMCA Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 65 Places
Spring Nursery Blaydon

Parkhead Community Primary School, Park Lane, Winlaton, Blaydon-on-Tyne NE21 6LT 

9.9 57 reviews
"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…"   Read all 57 reviews

Formerly known as Blaydon Day Care, Spring Nursery Blaydon is situated within the grounds of Parkhead Primary School. Open 51 weeks of the year between 8:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday. For eligible parents, the setting offers 15 free hours per week… Read more about Spring Nursery Blaydon

  • Type of Nursery
  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 54 Places
Stepping Stones Day Nursery - Washington

Asda Distribution Centre, Staithes Road, Pattinson Industrial Estate, Washington NE38 8NW 

9.9 33 reviews
"My daughter started at the nursery back in 2022 not long after her 2nd birthday. She built great bonds with the staff where her…"   Read all 33 reviews

Stepping Stones Washington opened in 1998, and is well-established in the community. Located just outside Washington town centre, it was awarded Good by Ofsted in 2023. The nursery's warm, homely environment has age-appropriate equipment and resources… Read more about Stepping Stones Day Nursery - Washington

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 98 Places
Kids Planet Southfield

1 Sandersons Terrace, Cramlington NE23 6XD 

9.8 71 reviews
"After having bad experiences with previous nurseries I was apprehensive when choosing a new nursery for my children. Kids planet Southfield…"   Read all 71 reviews

Kids Planet Southfield was established in 2004 in Cramlington, and has since become well known for the quality of childcare it provides from its warm, homely setting. The nursery puts the needs of the children first, and provides an environment where… Read more about Kids Planet Southfield

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 60 Places
Kids Planet Longbenton

Chesters Avenue, Longbenton, Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 8QP 

9.8 50 reviews
"Our daughter has been attending Kids Planet Longbenton for over a year now and loves it! She always comes out of nursery full of joy. She…"   Read all 50 reviews

Kids Planet Longbenton offers flexible and part time places which include morning or/and afternoon sessions as well as full time places. The purpose built nursery has specially designed rooms for different age groups, for example babies, toddlers… Read more about Kids Planet Longbenton

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 98 Places
Kids 1st Wynyard

2 Wynyard Avenue, Wynyard Park, Billingham TS22 5TB 

9.8 127 reviews
"Kids 1st Wynyard have been absolutely amazing in settling my little boy at nursery. The facilities are great and the staff are fantastic.…"   Read all 127 reviews

Kids 1st Wynyard makes a crucial contribution to parents in Billingham and has a team of skilled and experienced professionals support and care for children from the Billingham area. Staff strive to remain up-to-date with current Ofsted regulations… Read more about Kids 1st Wynyard

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 108 Places
Kids 1st Bowesfield

Cygnet Drive, Bowesfield, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3DZ 

9.7 99 reviews
"I wanted to take a moment to thank a particular staff member for the incredible support and guidance that has been provided to my…"   Read all 99 reviews

Kids 1st Bowesfield, located in Stockton-on-Tees provide a warm and wonderful environment within their purpose-built nursery. The passionate team strive to support your child’s development throughout their time at nursery. Your little one will thrive… Read more about Kids 1st Bowesfield

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 108 Places
Kids Planet Wallsend

Former Wallsend Library, Ferndale Avenue, Wallsend NE28 7NA 

9.7 72 reviews
"My daughter has been attending Kids Planet Wallsend since she was 9 months old, and from day one, the staff have gone above and beyond to…"   Read all 72 reviews

Kids Planet Wallsend provides a warm and welcoming environment for children and their families in a unique building in the heart of Wallsend. With amazing facilities and an experienced childcare team, they offer a stimulating and nurturing environment… Read more about Kids Planet Wallsend

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 120 Places
Kids 1st Hexham

Maidens Walk, Hexham NE46 1DR 

9.6 68 reviews
"Our nearly 2 year old daughter began with Kids First a few months ago, and she absolutely loves her time there. Within days she had bonded…"   Read all 68 reviews

Kids 1st Hexham is located behind Hexham General Hospital and provides care for children who are encouraged to take advantage of a wide range of play resources and group activities for the early years. The staff focus on the children's physical and… Read more about Kids 1st Hexham

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 110 Places
Kids 1st Durham

Old Dryburn Way, Durham DH1 5SE 

9.6 19 reviews
"My twins have been at the nursery just over a year and the staff have all been absolutely fantastic. I'm amazed when I go in for drop off…"   Read all 19 reviews

Kids 1st Day Durham has been purpose-built to provide secure and efficient childcare, suiting the needs of parents with busy itineraries while providing a fun, stimulating and creative environment in which children can develop, communicate and learn… Read more about Kids 1st Durham

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 110 Places
Kids Planet Monkseaton

Norham Road, Monkseaton, Whitley Bay NE26 3NR 

9.6 13 reviews
"My little boy started here around 11 months old and left in August 2025 aged 4 to start reception. He loved his time at kids planet and was…"   Read all 13 reviews

Kids Planet Monkseaton, Tyne & Wear, cares for children aged from three months old to five years. The nursery was rated Outstanding in October 2019. The nursery offers children lots of space, allowing its qualified and caring staff to provide… Read more about Kids Planet Monkseaton

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • 85 Places
Woodlands Day Nursery

2 Artemis Court, St Johns Road, Meadowfield, Durham DH7 8XQ 

9.5 9 reviews
"As a past nursery manager myself I really struggled to find somewhere that I felt was good enough to put my two twin girls. But after…"   Read all 9 reviews

Woodlands Day Nursery offers childcare to children living in Durham and the surrounding area from the age of three months up to the age of five. Staff at the nursery do their utmost to inspire children to develop a love of learning that will sustain… Read more about Woodlands Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 72 Places
The Little Magpies Nursery

Stargate Industrial Estate, Ryton NE40 3EX 

9.4 9 reviews
"My nephew has been going to this nursery and has settled in so well and loves it, he's only 7month old and the little magpies are bringing…"   Read all 9 reviews

The Little Magpies Nursery is a purpose-built, home-from-home setting where every child is welcomed as part of a family. Designed with care and imagination, the nursery features six spacious rooms and four inspiring outdoor areas, each offering something… Read more about The Little Magpies Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 87 Places
Busy Bears Day Nursery

Field View, Auton Stile, Bearpark, Durham DH7 7AA 

9.3 91 reviews
"This nursery is fantastic and they go above and beyond anything I would expect for their clients. Firstly, let's start with my son's care.…"   Read all 91 reviews

Busy Bears Day Nursery provides quality and inspirational learning for children up to eleven years old. It offers a nurturing and caring environment where everyone feels welcome and valued in their own right. It provides a high-quality childcare… Read more about Busy Bears Day Nursery

  • Type of Nursery
  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care
  • 169 Places