Kids 1St - Darlington
Ofsted: GoodNursery
Alderman Leach Drive, Darlington, DL2 2GF
Provider type
Nursery
Capacity
108 children
Key details
Capacity
108 places
Ofsted Inspection Summary
Kids 1St - Darlington was inspected by Ofsted on 3 June 2025 and received an overall rating of Good. In their report, inspectors noted: "Children are very happy and well settled in the nursery. They form strong bonds and build close relationships with the caring and nurturing staff. Staff greet parents and children warmly."
Key strengths
- Children access outdoor play regularly in the well-resourced outdoor space.
- Overall, leaders and staff create curriculum that is clear and ambitious for all children.
- Overall, staff encourage children to develop their independence.
- The leadership team is strong.
- Staff support mathematical skills well.
Areas for improvement
- support staff to plan learning intentions for activities that focus more precisely on what children need to learn next
- provide more support for children to practise simple tasks for themselves and further develop their independence skills.
This summary is extracted from the official Ofsted inspection report. Read the full report for complete information.
Location
Alderman Leach Drive, Darlington, DL2 2GF
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