Mains House Nursery

We offer ‘30 hours childcare for working parents’. 

We offer outstanding care and education in a homely setting for children aged 0-5 in the heart of Chester le Street. 

We are a small homely nursery located in the heart of Chester-le-Street, just one minute walk from the town centre. We are rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted for providing a very high quality of care and education for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old.

We have a team of highly qualified and experienced practitioners, which is led by Connie, Nursery Manager, supported by our Director and Qualified Teacher, Lynsey. 

In addition to paid sessions, we over 15 hours play and learn sessios for eligible 2 year olds and also 15 or 30 hours Free Early Education places for 3 and 4 year olds. We offer morning, afternoon and full day sessions. Please contact us or up to date information on availabiity. 

We are open from 7.30am - 6.00pm 51 weeks per year. 

To find out more about our nursery, please call us on 0191 388 9048 for a copy of our prospectus or to arrange a visit.

We also offer wraparound care for children at Red Rose and Cestria Primary Schools. 

To find out more about help with childcare costs please visit www.durham.gov.uk/childcarecosts

 

When is it on?

Time of day
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Session information
Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6.00pm

Who to contact

Contact name
Connie Henderson
Contact position
Nursery Manager
Telephone
0191 388 9048
E-mail
info@mainshousenursery.co.uk
Website
Mains House Nursery

Where to go

Address
Mains House Nursery
West Lane
Chester-le-Street
County Durham
Postcode
DH3 3HL

Other details

Cost description
Please call us to find out up to date costs.
Age range
From 6 weeks to 5 years old

Availability

Childcare availability
Closed bank holidays
Free 3/4 yr places
Yes
Free 2 yr places
Yes
Will be providing 30 hours
Yes

Special provisions

Wheelchair access
Yes - Wheelchair accessible.
Special needs access
Yes - SENCO in place.

Vacancy details

Immediate vacancies?
Yes
Other information
We currently have limited availability, so give us a call to find out what sessions we have or to join our waiting list. (Updated 14 July 2023)

Other details

School drop off/collection
Last Ofsted inspection grade
Outstanding
Ofsted report
View the latest Ofsted inspection report

Local Offer

Local Offer description

All children have different needs and we endeavour to make sure every child's individual needs are met. Where necessary, we will undertake training and seek advice from other professionals in order to provide high quality care and education for every child in our nursery. We have a designated SENCO who is highly qualified and experienced and our Deputy SENCO has a wealth of SENCO experience as well as a degree in early years. We ensure that our team of practitioners are all highly trained and exprienced and keep up to date with practice by attending relevant training and meetings.

Contact name
Connie Henderson
Contact telephone
0191 388 9048
Contact email
info@mainshousenursery.co.uk

How does the early year's provision identify and assess children with special educational needs and disabilities?

How does the early year's provision identify and assess children with special educational needs and disabilities?

We work very closely with children and their families. We ensure that parents are aware of children's current stage of development, how we are supporting their child at nursery and how they can support their child at home. If we feel that a child would benefit from some extra support then we liaise with parents to keep them informed at each stage. We have good relationships with other professionals and will involve them if it is appropriate for a child.

How will the curriculum be matched to meet children's developmental needs?

How will the curriculum be matched to meet children's developmental needs?

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage. All children have their needs met through an individually tailored curriculum. We follow the interest of children to plan developmentally appropriate learning opportunities. 

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by the early years setting?

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by the early years setting?

We have a full range of professionals and services which we are able to access if appropriate for a child. We work in partnership with parents and other professionals/service providers to ensure each child's individual needs are met.

What training have the staff supporting children with SEND had, or are having?

What training have the staff supporting children with SEND had, or are having?

Our SENCO has worked within this role for a number of years and has a BA (Hons) in Education and Training. 

Our team of practitioners all have Early Years Qualifications and have been chosen for their role due to their knowledge and experience of working with children and their ability to meet each child’s individual needs. All practitioners attend specific training as identified depending upon the needs of each individual child.

How accessible is the early years setting environment? (indoors/outdoors)

How accessible is the early years setting environment? (indoors/outdoors)

We are a two story building and will make adaptions where possible to meet the needs of each child.

How will the early years provision prepare and support my child(ren's) transition to their next educational establishment?

How will the early years provision prepare and support my child(ren's) transition to their next educational establishment?

We tailor each transition to meet the needs of each child and will work with you and the new school or nursery to ensure transitions are well managed, organised and appropriate for your child.

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Address: Mains House Nursery  West Lane  Chester-le-Street  County Durham

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