Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School

Whitley Lodge First School, Claremont Road, Whitley Bay NE26 3TX
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  • Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School, Whitley Bay
This nursery is exceptional and received an 'outstanding' Ofsted accreditation in May 2018.

Situated at Whitley Lodge in the grounds of Whitley Lodge First School the purpose-built stand-alone nursery is well resourced and offers outstanding quality care for babies and children aged one year to four years in Whitley Bay.

Open plan rooms with a well-organised layout provide the children with free access to a wide and stimulating range of activities, whilst keeping the company ethos of creating a home from home environment.

The nursery also offers a breakfast club, after school and wrap around care with the school together with a holiday club for all.

The nursery is proud to have the prestigious Millies's Mark accreditation awarded in 2018, having this award demonstrates the nursery's commitment to going above and beyond the minimum requirements for keeping children safe.

All staff working directly with children not only hold a paediatric first aid certificate but are also competent in how to apply this in practice.
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Funding & Fees

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jayne Turnbull (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 9

Total Places for Children

  • 51

Age Range

  • from 1 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:45-18:00
    Tuesday 07:45-18:00
    Wednesday 07:45-18:00
    Thursday 07:45-18:00
    Friday 07:45-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School Reviews (103)

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Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 41 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School has 103 reviews.

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Review from Nicole J (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have used Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge for the past 2 years of summer holiday clubs, and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Everything about the setting makes me, as a parent (and a past childcare/school worker), feel so happy, comfortable and confident that my child is very well looked after. As
a fussy eater and very emotionally triggered, I am never worried that my daughter's needs are not met. Every member of staff seems to understand each child as an individual and supports their individuality. On top of amazing care, I have never experienced a setting that goes "all out" with the experiences/activities they provide, from bouncy castles to magicians to pottery painting, it is pure excellence!
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Review from R A (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery. My son has settled in so well and quickly gained so much confidence. He loved going every day.
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Review from V R (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely pleased with the care and encouragement that my child gets at nursery. I am very pleased with all the activities on offer. The staff are genuinely very caring and supportive.
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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't be happier with our experience here. My child absolutely loves it and is so comfortable with all of the girls. It's clear she is really enjoying it and making so much progress since joining. Can't thank all the of the girl's enough for all that they do. You are all amazing!
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Review from R T (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one took a minute to warm up to nursery and the staff were so kind and understanding, pacing his visits and helping him with 1-1 time etc. It feels like a really warm and person centred culture here. All the staff know each child and my son's key worker is brilliant. I feel really comfortable
leaving him here and can tell when I pick him up that he's had a great time. He is learning a lot too.
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Review from V D (Grandmother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing team, nursery and our grandchild is very happy there.
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Review from S M (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are always welcomed with a warm smile. The nursery understand my child well and she has flourished while being here. The food is excellent. The staff are fantastic working with my child.
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Review from A O (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and helpful staff. My children love going to Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge and have a great day, all of the time!
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Review from C W (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have nothing but excellent things to say about our experience at Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge. Over the past 18 months they have provided exceptional care for our babies (now toddlers) who have grown in terms of both development and confidence. The team has also gone to every possible effort to support
us when needed and we couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery.
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Review from L M (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has loved coming to Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge since he started in September 2024. It is clear how much he enjoys his days here and all the staff make him so welcome. We couldn't ask for more and feel incredibly lucky we managed to get him a space here. Thank you for all you do!
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Review from S T (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge has been incredible, all of the staff have made our daughter feel so comfortable and happy at nursery! Thank you for everything!
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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have nothing but positive praise for the nursery and staff. Our son absolutely loves it and he loves all of the staff, especially his key worker. It makes our lives much easier as his parents, as we know how happy and cared for he is when he is there.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has brought my child on so much! They offer the best opportunities and make it exciting for the children every day! The staff go above and beyond in every respect. I feel that my child is safe and looked after extremely well. I would recommend the nursery to anyone!
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Review from R D (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge have been fantastic with our daughter! Her confidence had grown so much and I can only attribute this to the fantastic staff. Our daughter loves nursery, which makes it so much easier.
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Review from S T (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very welcoming and supportive. All around excellent.
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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children love coming to Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable and most of all, the children are happy. Lots of activities happening daily.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves the staff and the nursery.
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Review from P G (Father of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our kids started 2 months ago and settled in straight in, the activities are fantastic and they seem to really be developing our kids. The staff are great and have made the transfer over really easy. The food is really healthy and has made them more adventurous eaters.
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Review from Martin S (Father of Child) published on 23 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy loves his days at Zone4kids, he runs in with a smile. The staff are excellent with him plus they are knowledgeable and very approachable about all topics.
We recently attended a parent's evening and it was excellent to discuss his development.
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Review from E W (Mother of Child) published on 23 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child adores the nursery. The staff are amazing and treat the kids so well! We couldn't be happier with the staff at Zone4kids.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 41 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 41 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 5.000 for Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School is calculated as follows: ( (492 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 492 Ratings = 5
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School is based on 41 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 51 number of registered child places is 10.2, which has been reached with 41 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Jayne Turnbull

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2003

Jayne has been the Manager of Zone4Kids for over 20 years and brings more than 35 years of experience in childcare. Her career includes working as a nanny for local families, roles within a first school, and running a breakfast and after-school club.


Jayne completed her Early Years degree in 2010 while working at Zone4Kids. She has proudly supported and developed the staff team, helping to achieve two Ofsted Outstanding judgements in 2018 and again in 2024. Jayne strongly values the importance of promoting the very best opportunities and experiences, ensuring children at Zone4Kids receive the strongest possible start in their early years education.


In her spare time, Jayne enjoys going to the gym, walking her dog, travelling, and spending time with family and friends.

Frequently Asked Questions about Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School

What is the Age Range of Children that Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School accepts?

Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School accepts Children aged from 1 year 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School Open?

Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School is open: Monday 07:45-18:00, Tuesday 07:45-18:00, Wednesday 07:45-18:00, Thursday 07:45-18:00, Friday 07:45-18:00.

How many Children does Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School have capacity for?

Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School has capacity for a total of 51 Children.

How far is Zone4kids at Whitley Lodge First School to the centre of Whitley Bay?

1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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