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Green Lane Nursery And Childcare Centre

Ofsted: InadequateNursery

Green Lane, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LG

Provider type

Nursery

Capacity

95 children

Key details

Capacity

95 places

Ofsted Inspection Summary

Green Lane Nursery And Childcare Centre was inspected by Ofsted on 5 June 2025 and received an overall rating of Inadequate. In their report, inspectors noted: "The quality of education is inconsistent and, at times, inappropriate for the age and stage of the children. In the baby room, children are exposed to unsafe materials, including food-based sensory items and small, hazardous objects, without adequate supervision. This poses a risk of choking and reflects a lack of understanding around how to plan safe, age-appropriate activities."

Key strengths

  • Staff deployment does not always meet children's needs or ensure their safety.
  • Risk assessments are undertaken daily in both the indoor and outdoor areas.
  • Staff receive informal supervision sessions.
  • Staff have accessed training and demonstrate an understanding of the value of open-ended exploration.
  • Despite weaknesses, the curriculum includes a broad range of experiences.
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Location

Green Lane, Barnard Castle, DL12 8LG

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