Kids 1st Gosforth

Jubilee Road, Fawdon, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 3PN
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Kids 1st Gosforth offers a friendly childcare service, to both children and parents, with a range of play resources and enclosed gardens, together with lessons in specific subjects, such as language and music, with which the nursery aims to give children a head start in life.

The nursery's professional team strive for a consistently high Ofsted rating, taking all health, hygiene and security issues seriously, while honouring the core aim of the business to achieve sound early years education and prepare children well for full-time school.

Kids 1st Gosforth achieved an 'Outstanding' in its 2011 Ofsted inspection.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sandra Zafarani (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 35

Total Places for Children

  • 108

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    0-2 Years Old - £83
    2-5 Years Old - £76

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Kids 1st Gosforth Reviews (86)

Over all time Kids 1st Gosforth has 86 reviews.

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Review from Leila H (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The whole staff team are amazing. My daughter enjoys nursery so much. She learns every day and we are so happy with how well the staff care and look after her, paying attention to detail. Great handovers, very informative.
The nursery is run extremely well and management are very accommodating.
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An outstanding nursery in every sense. Staff nurture, love and shape little minds. They work long hours and are always smiley and professional. I always feel that everyone knows and loves my daughter and my views as a parent are always valued.
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Review from Gemma M (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery since he was 9 months old and now he only has a few months left before going to school. I love the communication between the staff and parents and I always feel fully informed about what kind of day he has had. The nursery always goes out of their way to accommodate
my child if I needed to swap days with short notice. I always feel my child is being looked after safely and above all having fun! I already have recommended Kids 1st Gosforth to my friends.
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Review from F D (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff always have time to spend discussing my son's progress and helping us to address challenging behaviours or manage emotions.
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Review from C J (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is always made to feel really special when she arrives at the nursery. The staff are welcoming and caring and have an excellent link with home life. The activities are always varied and we are provided daily updates on their day and social wellbeing. Nursery staff are always available for
any advice and support.
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Review from Joanne C (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have been cared for at Kids 1st Gosforth.
The moment I stepped into the nursery, I knew that this was where I wanted to have my children cared for. The facilities are second to none in Gosforth, the rooms are spacious and well equipped and the standard of hygiene and cleanliness
is excellent. The staff are friendly and engaged and take an interest in my child. I would definitely recommend Kids 1st to family and friends.
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Review from Z B (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have two children at Kids 1st Gosforth and have always had a very positive experience. Staff are caring and go above and beyond.
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Review from Helen T (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with Kids 1st. The workers know our daughter very well and when she comes homes she tells us she has been having a lovely time.
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Review from G O (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids 1st is a really good nursery. Staff are very helpful and friendly. My child settled really quickly since the time she joined over a year ago. She also looks forward to going. The environment is neat and beautiful, friendly and safe too.
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Review from Batsirai H (Father of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Good children relations with staff. Excellent communication with parents.
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Review from Melanie W (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids 1st have been a fantastic nursery for my two daughters. The staff are without exception supportive of my child's development and keen to share updates on her progress.
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Review from Ruth G (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have seen our child develop massively through being with Kids 1st Gosforth since 7 months of age. She has grown in confidence and in each room had someone she has bonded with and I always felt she is in safe hands.


I have always appreciated the common sense approach and Kids 1st Gosforth willingness

to take on some responsibility when she has been off colour but not ill, meaning I have been able to stay at work. I have no complaints.
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Review from Nicola K (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I don't know how many children attend this nursery, however, the staff make you feel that your child is the most important person. They know your child almost as well as you do. When my little boy leaves in September I will be so sad our 5 years at Kids 1st Gosforth will be over.
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Review from James O (Father of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been here for nearly four years and has been looked after well she loves it, all the team seem to have a vested interest in her development and general wellbeing. Thank you.
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Review from Jill D (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. Great staff and management. Relaxed, safe, caring and nursing environment where every child clearly matters and is valued. Parents are involved every step of the way.
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Review from Joanne F (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little girl started at Kids 1st Gosforth in September 2017 and has settled in really well. The staff are friendly, caring and attentive. She gets involved in lots of activities and always seems to have enjoyed her day. She is a fussy eater but the staff are really patient and flexible with her,
substituting food with other healthy options if necessary.
The staff in her rooms have made a real effort to get to know her. Kids 1st Gosforth is such a fantastic nursery. I couldn't recommend it enough to other parents and often do.
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Review from Lisa W (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are friendly and helpful. I have never worried leaving my child at all.


Great at focussing on the developing aspect also.

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Review from Rachel G (Mother of Child) published on 6 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful Nursery. Such caring staff. Both my boys attended this nursery and I couldn't be happier with the care provided. Staff are so personal and you can tell how much they love their jobs and take care of each child. Great facilities and lovely food. Thank you.
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Review from Kate H (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kids 1st Gosforth has given us peace of mind that our daughter is being cared for and experiencing quality, age-appropriate and engaging activities throughout the day. The staff are wonderful and invest a lot of time and energy in getting to know the children and making them feel confident and safe.
Our daughter has made a lot of progress since joining and we are kept up to date with all her learning goals - couldn't fault our experience, to have a happy child is priceless!
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Review from Peter M (Father of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A happy and positive place for children to learn and grow.
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Sandra

Sandra Zafarani

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2012

Hello, I am responsible for looking after the learning, development and welfare needs of all the children at Kids 1st Gosforth.  I will help your child settle into the nursery and ensure that they thrive in a loving, secure environment.


I have worked at Kids 1st Gosforth since March 2012, as a nursery nurse, I was quickly promoted to EYP graduate and then Deputy Manager.  Where I was later promoted to Centre Director.  I have many years of experience in a leadership role and have my foundation degree in Education and Childhood Studies.


I am a keen hiker and at the moment I am trying to complete all the Wainwrights before I move on the Monroe's in Scotland. My other passion is musical theatre and  I have two grown-up children and a small dog called Maggie.  

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