Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd

36-38 Derwent Street, Blackhill, Consett DH8 8LY
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  • Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd, Consett
Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd, in Durham, takes pride in having built up a strong reputation amongst local parents and families for exceptional childcare and an environment in which children are able to learn and develop in a healthy manner.

The nursery is registered with Ofsted to welcome children, while being fully-equipped to carry out a versatile and beneficial early years learning programme.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sharon Wilkinson (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 26

Total Places for Children

  • 98

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Between Christmas & New Year and Good Friday & Easter Monday

Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd Reviews (100)

9.9

Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.919) out of 10, based on 41 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd has 100 reviews.

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Review from Nikki A (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing staff truly respect every childs needs and individuality. My son has been attending over a years now and absolutely loves it. All the staff get to know your child and everyone knows them by name the space is open warm welcoming and the cleaning standards are extremely high. Wide range of hot
food and snacks on offer every day. There are lots are various toys and activities for the children to do including messy play outdoor activities and picnics on the grass, Trips out to the park and to see local sights. Id recommend Shotley Bridge Nursery to everyone. We are currently preparing to transition to the next room and the nursery have clearly explained how this works and keep me up to date daily on how his visits are going Thank you Nikki
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Review from Christine M (Grandmother of Child) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a grandparent, it's been such a joy to see how much my grandchild loves this nursery. Since starting, he has grown in confidence and happiness, and it really shows.
I especially love hearing about the creative songs and story times, he's usually singing the nursery songs all the way home! It's clear
how much effort the staff put into making learning fun and engaging.
It's so reassuring to know they are in such caring, capable hands. I can't recommend the nursery highly enough.
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Review from Michaela C (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A warm, nurturing nursery that has been perfect for our daughter since she joined at 9 months old. Her personality and little quirks are genuinely valued - the staff know what makes her laugh, what comforts her, and what sparks her curiosity. She's loved by everyone, and it shows in how confidently
she runs in each morning, excited for the day ahead. Real-life experiences and thoughtful home-nursery links help her interests grow, and we've seen her develop so quickly. The food choices are excellent, and they've been incredibly supportive and proactive with her allergies. The staff are caring, trustworthy, and always ready with advice or a reassuring chat. The Famly app is a joy to check, giving us a lovely window into her play, learning, and routines. We feel incredibly lucky to have a setting where she is understood, encouraged, and truly able to flourish.
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Review from Ryan M (Father of Child) published on 12 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son Alfie (23 months) started in the Streams Room just over a year ago, and we honestly couldn't have chosen a better place for him. Under the safe, nurturing care of Miss Wheatley and the incredible team, he has absolutely flourished.


In such a short time, Alfie has made amazing progress both

physically and academically. His speech has developed in huge leaps - he's now confidently stringing sentences together - and his confidence has grown so much. He's learning vital life skills including independence, friendships, dining skills, understanding risk and reward, and even sign language.


The care, patience and dedication shown by the Streams team during such an important stage of his development has meant the world to us. As he transitions into the Rivers Room, we feel so proud and incredibly grateful. Thank you for everything you do - you truly make a difference every single day.

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Review from Ryan C (Father of Child) published on 11 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had a wonderful experience with this nursery. Since starting in August 2025, our child has really thrived and grown in confidence.
The team provide a caring, engaging environment with plenty of creative activities, and we especially value the structured mealtimes which have made such a positive
difference to our child's routine. We feel completely confident in the care they provide and would happily recommend them.
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I don't even know where to begin with this review. I cannot speak highly enough of all at Shotley Bridge Nursery School (SBNS). My daughter is fed by gastrostomy and has other medical needs. The nursery have been fantastic since day 1, they have gone above and beyond for my daughter. They have worked
with the community nurses to be fully trained in looking after her. Nothing has ever been a problem. The communication with them is second to none. Before starting nursery, she had a severe oral aversion. She ate nothing. Since going to nursery she now eats meals and snacks! Even the speech and language therapist is amazed at the difference they've made. My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery, she has so many different experiences such as going to the park, walks and sensory activities. The setting is fabulously clean, warm and engaging for all. The staff are approachable, compassionate, polite and professional. I can honestly say they've changed our lives for the better!
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Review from A D (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery. From the very get go, my little one has been made to feel welcome and more importantly, at home. The ladies provide fantastic stimulating activities for my little one, which have brought him on leaps and bounds. From singing, to reading and learning through play. We are so
blessed as a family to have such an amazing setting within our local area.
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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with Shotley Bridge Nursery School. Since our son started in August 2025, we've seen such a positive change, he is truly thriving. The staff create such a warm, nurturing environment where the children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
One of the things we love most
is how much emphasis they place on getting the children outdoors. The team is also so inventive in the way they keep the kids entertained and engaged, whether it's creative outdoor play, hands-on activities, or imaginative games. Every day seems to bring something new and exciting, and it's wonderful to see how much thought and effort goes into planning varied experiences.
The care and attention the staff give to each child really stands out. We feel confident and reassured knowing our child is not only well looked after, but encouraged to explore, grow, and develop their confidence.
We're so grateful to have found such a fantastic nursery and would wholeheartedly recommend it.
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Review from Julie T (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier to send our 1 year old to Shotley Bridge Nursery School. Staff went above and beyond to help him to settle in his first weeks, got to know him quickly and showed genuine care and empathy. Their daily updates on the Famly app are reassuring and help us to feel comfortable and connected
to our child despite being apart. We can see his confidence growing each week as his connection to his key person and other staff grows. The nursery itself is clean, inviting and like a wellness retreat for children! We feel really fortunate to have it on our doorstep.
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Review from Alex D (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't ask for a better group of people to care for our daughter. The whole team demonstrate hard work, compassion, warmth, and patience.
Our child is growing, learning, and feels so secure here! Would highly recommend this nursery!!
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Review from Carly T (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Shotley Bridge Nursery School have always had a fantastic reputation hence why I decided to bring my 1 year old here. She is flourishing and developing well in all areas, always smiling and laughing in the photos that are sent to me on their Famly app. She really enjoys going to nursery and that is
because of the amazing support the staff provide. They are passionate about ensuring the children are safe and happy at nursery and always go above and beyond to support parents in need. Overall they are an incredible nursery who I would 100% recommend to anyone.
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Review from Gina P (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery. She started in September 2025 and her transition there was so smooth. It really helped me get back into work. Staff clearly adore her and nurture her development. It's lovely to see photos of how much fun she's having in the day. The staff enrich her learning
and she's often going on outdoor adventures or learning a new song to sing when she comes home.
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Review from Katie P (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with the care and support my child receives at this nursery. From the moment we first visited, the team made us feel welcome, reassured, and confident that our little one would be in safe hands.


The team are genuinely caring and attentive, taking the time to get to know each

child as an individual. They've created such a nurturing environment where my child feels happy, settled and excited to go in each day. It's clear how passionate they are about child development - they celebrate every milestone, encourage curiosity, get families involved where they can, and always keep me up to date on how my child is doing. Receiving the updates via the app is the highlight of my day as a working mum!


Miss Bennett, our child's key person, really stands out as being supportive. Asking our questions immediately, scheduling a catch up meeting if needed, and always being therefore to offer reassurance. I'm truely grateful for all that Miss Bennett and the team do!

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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Shotley Bridge nursery has been such a lovely and caring place for my little boy, who had no prior experience in care or away from me (his mother). I feel he is cared for and loved there by the staff and his peers. They have helped him become more comfortable in a social setting and boosted his confidence
in play, friend making and his emotional skills.
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Review from Charlotte L (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Shotley Bridge Nursery School. From the very first day, the warmth and professionalism of the staff made it clear that this is a truly special place. Every member of the team is caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in each child's happiness and development.
They take the time to understand every child as an individual, nurturing their strengths while gently supporting them through new challenges.
The learning style at Shotley Bridge Nursery School is exceptional. It strikes the perfect balance between structured learning and creative, play-based exploration. Activities are thoughtfully planned to spark curiosity and build confidence, helping children develop early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills in a way that feels natural and fun. What stands out most is the strong focus on life skills. The nursery doesn't just prepare children academically; it teaches them how to be kind, independent, and resilient.
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Review from Bethany M (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I hand on heart could not recommend Shotley bridge nursery school enough. My son is autistic and non-verbal, and the thought of leaving him in someone's care while he can't tell me how his day has been can seem daunting. From the start, the staff, and in particular his 1:1 key worker, have been nothing
short of amazing. I've been constantly made to feel completely at ease and up to date on everything my son gets up to day to day and regularly with meetings and reviews. They have built up such an amazing bond with both myself and my son, and really took the time to acknowledge him individually to what he likes / dislikes, learn how to manage any situations where he is uncomfortable / overwhelmed, changed routines all in order to make him feel safe and secure in their care. I genuinely hope every SEN parent gets to experience the same level of care and comfort I have with my little boy and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone and everyone.
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Review from Erin W (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Shotley Bridge Nursery School. Our son and daughter both attend and absolutely adore it. It's been amazing to see how much they've flourished in such a nurturing and supportive environment.


The staff are truly fantastic; caring, attentive, and genuinely

invested in their development. They create a warm, welcoming atmosphere which has allowed for our children to feel safe and confident.


We feel so reassured knowing our little ones are in such capable and kind hands every day. We would highly recommend SBNS to any parent looking for a place where their children will thrive.

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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Shotley Bridge Nursery and the staff have become like family to us. Our first son spent his first three years here before school and our second is due to start his journey soon. They provide loving structure and routine where the children can be unapologetically themselves. The facilities and consideration
behind the set up of the nursery is brilliant and all child centred
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Review from Rieke D (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been with Shotley Bridge Nursery School since he was 15 months old, he's 3 now. He's just entered their third room, so he's gone through all three and we've found all of them to be amazing. The staff are extremely caring and work so hard to create learning opportunities. They teach independence
in a loving way and use an approach of heuristic play and Montessori-inspired toys and methods. There are no plastic toys, it's natural materials and lots of open-ended resources. Communication with the carers as well as staff who deal with invoices has always been quick and helpful. There is only one thing that I'm not happy with: the amount of chips the children get for lunch. It's up to 3x a week of some type of oven chips, whilst I personally think we don't have to get children used to cheap fried foods at all, I'd like to see different grains etc. But overall meals are good too, standard nursery catering, no sweet deserts, just plain yoghurt which is great, and the snacks they make themselves are fab.
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Review from E S (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We cannot rate Shotley Bridge Nursery highly enough. The staff are excellent, very professional and incredibly skilled in what they do. Our son's transition into their baby group from being at home full-time was handled sensitively and very well. Their communications have always been excellent and he
is flourishing with the support of the practitioners at the nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.919)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.919) out of 10 for Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 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 4.919 for Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd is calculated as follows: ( (458 Excellents x 5) + (27 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 491 Ratings = 4.919
  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 Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd 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 98 number of registered child places is 19.6, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd

What is the Age Range of Children that Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd accepts?

Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd Open?

Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd have capacity for?

Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd has capacity for a total of 98 Children.

How far is Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd to the centre of Consett?

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

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