Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd

18a Barnstaple Road, North Shields NE29 8QD
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  • Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd, North Shields
The owners of the nursery have extensive experience of working in early years for a substantial amount of years and are “hands on” in the nursery.

This building has been renovated from a Church building to create a bright, spacious, homely nursery environment. The nursery has 32 places for babies aged 3 months to 5 years and you will find it conveniently located next to Vets 4 Pets, easily accessed with a private car park.

The nursery is easily accessible for the Cobalt Business Park, Silverlink shopping park, direct routes into Newcastle and the coastal areas. With public transport routes within walking distance.

The nursery has an extensive outdoor area where children’s physical development is supported, such as climbing and balancing, as well as having opportunities for planting, growing, digging and many other sensory experiences.

Little Learners Childcare has exceptionally high standards with both practice and the environment ensuring children have access to a wide range of exciting, stimulating, and challenging experiences and opportunities both indoors and outdoors.

The nursery is often quoted as the “extended family” by many parents.

The environment allows for a lot of natural light and uses natural resources that are replenished whenever required. The nursery is immaculately cleaned guaranteeing the resources and building is maintained to a high standard.

Staff are, without doubt, the company's most important asset and are highly trained. Their own individual experiences and skills are fully utilised to enhance the experiences for all children. All staff are fully qualified, DBS checked, hold first aid certificates and are competent in practising this.

Little Learners Childcare are extremely proud to have been awarded as “One of the best places to work in the North East” 2018 and 2019. They believe “Happy staff, happy children”.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Jill Wood (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 32

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Call the nursery manager for individual fees

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, 1 week following the August Bank Holiday & 1 week at Christmas

Parking

  • On site car parking

Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd Reviews (57)

9.5

Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.510) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd has 57 reviews.

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Review from K C (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at this nursery for nearly a year now and she absolutely loves it. She was very nervous and upset about attending nursery at first, but the staff were very supportive and encouraging and she quickly formed a great bond with all the staff and other children. The staff are all lovely
and have really helped my child to grow and explore new things and I am always kept well informed about her daily activities. The nursery itself is very welcoming and cosy, with lots of activities. She also enjoys all the meals she has there which are very varied and balanced. Would 100% recommend Little Learners!
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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so pleased we chose this nursery for our son. He started just a few weeks before his first birthday and we were very nervous leaving him in a new setting. The team were so caring and were happy to keep us up to date with how he was doing. The size of the nursery works really well for us, as our
son gets a bit overwhelmed in larger busier places. The food seems to be a big hit, and he's made a great bond with his lovely key worker.
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Review from Jamie A (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started in September and she absolutely loves it! All the staff are wonderful, really friendly and caring. They do so many activities throughout the day, my daughter is always full of smiles after her days at nursery and has already come on leaps and bounds. My daughter loves the varied
meals provided, often demolishing things she would normally refuse at home!
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Review from Justine A (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loved Little Learners, the staff are amazing; so warm and caring and the care is excellent! She learned so much and made so much progress in all areas of her development. As a parent, I was always kept up to date and well informed about how my daughter was doing and there were
regular reviews of her progress. I always felt so comfortable dropping my daughter off as she was made to feel so welcome and loved by the Little Learners family!
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Review from Carla M (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son settled into nursery as soon as he started in June 2022 aged 18 months and loved going. The staff were all amazing with him and really welcoming and friendly. Drop off was always a personal lovely handover and pick up you always got lots of feedback from the day. My son used to skip into the
nursery and made friends who he still talks about since leaving in July 2024. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
Reply from Little Learners Childcare, Owner at Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd
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Review from Beau H (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not recommend Little Learners enough. My child attended from 1 year old till leaving recently for reception. The staff are amazing, very friendly, caring and attentive. At the end of the day, they provide you with a full breakdown of how the child has been, what activities they have been up
to and what food they have consumed. Also regular parent meetings throughout the year to keep track of the child's personal development and provide parents opportunities to discuss any key areas of focus. They have a lovely onsite cook who prepares all the children's meals and the kitchen is separate from the playrooms. They have a great outdoor space which consists of a big open grass area and a turf area so they can play on bikes/ scooters etc. They always make the most of this space no matter the time of year and provide appropriate clothing to accommodate rainy days. My child was so comfortable at this nursery asking every day to go which made the transition as a parent so much easier.
Reply from Michelle Seymour, Owner at Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd
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Review from Jennifer B (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery. Staff are brilliant with my son and he loves going there. When dropping him off and picking him up he is extremely happy to be there. Staff are very professional and supportive, going above and beyond with their care. The nursery is well-managed and information is communicated effectively.
I would highly recommend this nursery!
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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started the nursery in April 2023 when he was 9 months old. The progress he has made in such a short time is amazing. He absolutely loves attending. The staff are outstanding at what they do as well as the communication to make sure I feel completely relaxed when he is in their care. The
opportunities for development, learning and growth are brilliant due to the efforts of the staff and facilities available. I couldn't recommend the nursery enough to anyone looking for childcare, particularly from a young age.
Reply from Little learners childcare, Owner at Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child started in this nursery in April 2023 and it has been fantastic. From my first visit, I felt like the staff have very good relationships with all the children. I witnessed the manager personally address many of the kids and know current information about all of them. My child has taken to the
nursery and staff really well. The food menus each week are very varied, and good quality food is made fresh on-site. The facilities on site are well maintained. The nursery has a great outdoor space with both paved and grass areas. My child has learned a lot in a short period of time.
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Review from Jess C (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children who currently attend Little Learners Childcare (4 and 2) and they both love it! The staff are really friendly, very attentive to their needs, patient and always have lots of feedback to give us about what the kids have been up to, how they have been, any concerns etc. Both kids have
come on really well in their interactions, speech, play, social skills etc since they have been attending.
The inside and outside areas are full of toys and activities and tools to help them develop and play with things they are interested in.
Staff always share development plans and are on hand to offer signposting or ideas if needed.
It is a great place for my kids, the oldest will be sad when he leaves at the end of this term! We'll look forward to another couple of years with Little Learners with the youngest
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Review from Joanna W (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was recommended Little Learners and I would definitely recommend it to others. When visiting I felt there was something special about this setting. I was shown around, and they took time to discuss all aspects of the nursery, listened to the needs of my little girl and answered all of my questions.
My daughter has grown in confidence since she started and she obviously loves it - she sings songs she has learnt, talks about staff and acts out being at nursery! I can't fault the staff; they all know her so well, and they supported her as she settled in and continue to with each new step. Staff take time to talk to parents about the child's day and they listen to what has happened in the child's life away from nursery so they can support and provide consistency. They have a varied menu and my daughter loves the food she is served. Everyone is so friendly and you can tell they really care. I will be very sad when she leaves!
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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We visited five different nurseries in the area and found this one to be the most welcoming by far. The staff showed us the nursery in great detail and explained how their setup works. The rooms are lovely and clean, staff are friendly and professional but still approachable. At the end of each day,
we receive a detailed account of our daughter's day and can ask any questions we may have. She has settled in brilliantly and has formed a great relationship with her key worker but also other staff in the room and talks about them lots at home too!
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Review from Kim P (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl has been at Little Learners since June 22, and the experience so far has been excellent. All of the staff are brilliant, and it really helps that you are assigned a key worker at the start. This assisted my little girl with familiarity and initial settling. The team keep a learning journey
of your child which is lovely to look back on to see what they have been doing. The team tailor the nursery experience for each child such as nap times so their routine can be maintained. The facilities are great, hygiene exceptional and the food options are of a high standard. Definitely a 5-star experience and I take comfort knowing she is in safe hands.
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Review from Lindsay C (Mother of Child) published on 28 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Little Learners since he was nine months old, he's now two and a half! He absolutely loves it, and I can't speak highly enough of the team there. The service they provide is so personal to each child and family, all the staff are fantastic, warm and communicative. I've watched
my son flourish whilst he has been there and the nursery team have supported every development stage. If I'm ever unsure of anything (such as how to deal with potty training which is a current stage!) I know I can ring them for a chat about how we can work together to best support my son. Nothing is a bother for the team. The nursery feels like one big family and that's a testament to how hard the staff work to ensure a warm, safe and inclusive environment. Oh and the food is amazing, I sometimes wish I could stay for lunch when I see the menu!
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Review from H B (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Learners was recommended to us by a friend and we certainly have not been disappointed. The nursery is small and homely. The staff are friendly, consistent and knowledgable. They genuinely care about the little ones they look after. My son settled in immediately and seems to love 'nursery days'.
We feel confident that our son is happy and safe and that his needs are met when we are at work. They have been really good with our son's egg allergy and fussy eating. The food offered is great. Thank you.
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Review from Lisa H (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't say enough good things about the nursery and its staff. I honestly can't fault it! All of the staff seem to know all of the children and their likes and dislikes on a really personal level. They go above and beyond to make special provisions for your child when needed. Everyone is very friendly
and caring to both the children and the parents/caregivers. The whole building is very clean and the garden is a great area for kids to play. My son loved his time at Little Learners and used to look forward to going.
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Review from Katelyn C (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy was in Little Learners for a couple years, never had any problems. The staff are amazing. My little boy has come on so much being there. I can't thank the staff enough, it's a great nursery! Would recommend to anyone.
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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Watching my child progress through this nursery has been a pleasure, his skill set and general development have been incredible. It is so much more than a child care facility and the focus is definitely on the child and his/hers well being. As well as physical activity and learning my son has formed
really strong relationships with both staff and other children. It’s been a lovely experience attending this nursery, the staff are fantastic and very easy to talk to, always offering support through different stages. I really couldn’t recommend this place enough.
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Review from Katy M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an exceptional nursery. Both of my boys (3 years old and 1 year old) have settled in amazingly well. The staff know them really well and take a genuine care and interest in them. They take a very personal approach and I trust them fully with the care of my children. Would absolutely recommend.
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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is my second child who has attended this nursery. I can honestly say I can't recommend this nursery enough. My boys have had first class care. The staff are so friendly, caring, and devoted to looking after my little one. Nothing is any problem and through the pandemic, they were outstanding supporting
families. The staff listen and adapt things especially in relation to my views regarding my son's food choices. They do so much with the children to develop them.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.510)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.510) out of 10 for Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd 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 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 6 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 4.972 for Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd is calculated as follows: ( (70 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.972
  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 4.538 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd is based on 6 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 = 3.6
    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 32 number of registered child places is 6.4. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 6.4 = 0.938
  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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Jill Wood

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2018

I have been Nursery manager since Little Learners Childcare opened and I oversee both nurseries. Early years has always been my passion. I have worked in nurseries all of my childcare career and gained a wide range of experience in my different job roles. I have worked with children across all age groups. I thoroughly enjoy the support and guidance I can offer families. I hold a degree in Early Childhood Studies and have attended a vast amount of training over the years including Child protection, 1st aid, Special educational needs, Behaviour management and many more which I really enjoy to enhance my knowledge.

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Kelly Parkinson

Job Title: Assistant Nursery Manager Joined: 2018

I have worked in early years for 20 years, working in a variety of roles in nurseries, as a nanny and overseas. I have worked at Little Learners Childcare for over 5 years working alongside the nursery manager and staff team across both nurseries. I hold a BA Hons degree in Education and Curriculum Studies and I have achieved many certificates when attending training such as 1st aid, Child protection, SEN, Behaviour management and many more.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd accepts?

Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd Open?

Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.

How many Children does Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd have capacity for?

Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd has capacity for a total of 32 Children.

How far is Little Learners Childcare (N.E) Ltd to the centre of North Shields?

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

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