





Barnwell Daycare is situated in the Monument Centre at Barnwell Academy and was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in July 2016 and November 2021.
The daycare provision is part of the Academy which is run by the school Governors.
Barnwell Daycare offers high-quality childcare in purpose-built surroundings. They can provide care for babies and children up to five years old.
Funding & Fees
Late Fee: £6.45
Children are eligible to join the nursery from birth. We accept all childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare.
30 hour funding for working parents is available for parents who meet the eligibility criteria. To find out if you are eligible and apply for the working parents funding you will need to visit the Government website Best Start In Life and apply through your HMRC childcare portal.
15 hour funding for 2 year olds is available for families in receipt of certain benefits.
15 hour universal funding is available to all children 3 and 4 years which starts in the term after their third birthday.
For extra sessions please visit our Daycare Admission and Fees page on our website.
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Tyne and Wear Learning Trust
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Ashley Emmerson (Trust CEO)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 12
Total Places for Children
- 36
Age Range
- from 0 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday 08:00-18:00
- Tuesday 08:00-18:00
- Wednesday 08:00-18:00
- Thursday 08:00-18:00
- Friday 08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays
Parking
- They have on-site parking.
Barnwell Daycare Reviews (58)
Barnwell Daycare has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.890) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barnwell Daycare has 58 reviews.
Excellent nursery. My daughter absolutely loves it here. It is run extremely well and I am kept up to date with everything.
His home journal lets me see all he has been up to during the day and the parents' evenings are a lovely way to really catch up with how he is doing but I know the staff are available daily too to discuss anything I want to. My son often surprises me with something new he has learned and I really can't praise this nursery enough for the care and support it gives to my little one. He has already started visits to the next room to ensure a smooth transition and I know he will continue to be safe and happy.
Fab nursery with fab staff. My son has attended Barnwell Daycare for past 2 years and has brought him on so much.
My daughter started the nursery in January and settled really well thanks to the support of the staff. My daughter really enjoys going to nursery and has come on a great deal in her development. Thank you to all the staff. I would recommend this nursery to everyone 100%.
Fantastic nursery. Very in tune with all the children. Wouldn’t send my little boy anywhere else, he has autism and is treated fantastically at this nursery. I know when I drop him off he’s in more than capable hands.
My son really enjoys going to this nursery. Whilst he had a difficult settling in period, the staff were brilliant and he now goes in and out happy and smiling. The outdoor area is excellent and the staff make great use of this provision when the weather allows. The facilities are well maintained and always clean and tidy. Staff are friendly and helpful, and always provided feedback about how his day has been.
Both of my girls went to this nursery and they both loved it. They have done so much for my girls and they have come on so much. 100 % to the nursery and all the staff for the job they do, best nursey around. All staff are great and so helpful with the children. I would recommend this nursery to everyone I know... it's that good. Thank you so much for everything they have done for my 2 girls, can't thank them enough.
My little girl loves going to nursery. The staff are always friendly and it is such a happy place, she is always smiling when I pick her up and really enjoys the activities.
My son has been attending Barnwell Daycare for 7 months now. At first, he was very teary when he was going in but the staff were amazing and put my mind at ease and were very patient with my son. In the 7 months, he has come on great, learning new songs, numbers, colours and shapes. My son loves going to nursery and I couldn't recommend it enough. The staff are very friendly and keep me up to date with things he has done even things like potty training they follow what you do at home making this process much better.
I love all the activities they do.
My twins always say they are learning new things and I have a journal from when they started which is a great keepsake and not many daycares do this.
I always get feedback each time I pick my twins up and they are always excited for their next nursery session.
My little boy has been attending daycare for just under 1 year now. He absolutely loves it and looks forward to going. He has made huge progress with his speech and has learnt so much since starting at Barnwell Daycare. All the staff are very friendly and keep parents updated with any progress the children make. We are also kept informed of any changes etc. I would highly recommend Barnwell Daycare to anyone with young children.
From day one of my daughter attending the nursery the staff has gone beyond my expectations to make sure both my daughter and myself are happy and comfortable with all aspects of the nursery. They have put my mind at ease with each day she has attended that I made the right decision on sending her to nursery. My daughter has come on so much in confidence and ability in the short time that she has been attending and I look forward to her progressing more in the months to come. The staff at the nursery are really nurturing and have such a friendly and personal approach to all the children, it's lovely to see. I couldn't recommend the nursery enough! Thank you to you all!
Barnwell Daycare has recently been awarded Outstanding by Ofsted, which is well deserved for all area's. The staff are friendly, caring and professional. They work in a clean environment which is set up with development and learning taken into consideration. Facilities within the building and local area are utilised with safeguarding and care as a priority. Meals are well balanced and routines are established very well. I feel very happy and reassured that my daughter enjoys attending Barnwell Daycare and highly recommend them to others.
Barnwell Daycare is an outstanding nursery for all children. As a parent of children with special needs, the staff go up and beyond their call of duty to make sure needs are met, whether its academic, emotional or mobility support, children at this daycare get that support and more, but not just children, parents get support too! Nursery to home dairies really helped as I as a parent read what my child was doing daily. The staff are an absolute credit to all our children. So I'd recommend this nursery to any parent if asked. Well done girls absolute stars and needs recognition xx
My daughter has been attending Barnwell Daycare for the last 2 years and we've always been extremely happy with them. She loves the activities they do and also the staff. The staff are all very friendly but professional and take pleasure in celebrating her achievements with us. We get regular updates and discussions with them about what she does well and also if they have any concerns. We have never had any problems with her going as she enjoys it so much, in fact, she barely waves bye-bye as she runs in for a day of fun!
Wonderful nursery, my daughter really enjoys coming here and the staff are excellent with the children and create good bonds with children and parents also. Wouldn't send my daughter anywhere else as she has came on so much from attending here.
In my opinion, Barnwell Daycare is a brilliant nursery with fantastic staff! My little boy started when he was 6/7 months and is now nearly 3. He absolutely loves it and the staff and has come on so much. He learns new things every day. Can't thank you's enough!
I think the staff at this nursery are fantastic and do a brilliant job. My child loves to be there. All the staff are lovely and so welcoming as you enter and leave. You wouldn't wish for a better daycare nursery for my child to be at.
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Meet the Team (13)
Kirsty is also the Designated Lead for Safeguarding and the SENCo (Special Needs Co-ordinator) here at Barnwell. She also holds a range of mandatory qualifications such as Paediatric First Aid and Food Safety.
Further areas of training include Leadership and Management; Managing Medication; Autism Spectrum Disorder training; Managing Behaviour and iCan (Communication training)
If you have any queries about Barnwell Daycare or would like to arrange a visit please contact our friendly administrator Ellis who is always happy to help.
Julie is also a friendly keyworker and room leader within the 2-5 room.
Kelly is also a friendly keyworker and a room leader within our 2-5 room.
Christine holds an NNEB in Nursery Nursing and a variety of other associated qualifications linked to her role as baby room leader.
These include Early Language and Development; Managing Medication; An intro to Autism Spectrum; Moving and Handling; Paediatric First Aid; Makaton and Safeguarding training.
She also holds mandatory Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene qualifications.
Vanessa holds a level 3 Nursery Nurse Diploma and has successfully completed her level 2 Food Safety Award
Ruby holds a Level 2 in Health and Social Care and is currently working towards her Level 3 in Early Years.
Rachael holds a Level 3 Diploma in Early Years and has successfully achieved a Level 3 in Paediatric First Aid.
She has also successfully achieved a Level 3 in Paediatric First Aid.
Rebecca holds a Level 3 in Early Years. She has also successfully achieved a Level 3 in Paediatric First Aid.
She also holds mandatory Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene qualifications.
She also holds mandatory Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene qualifications
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