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The Sunshine Day Nursery @ Seascape Children'S Centre

Ofsted: OutstandingNursery

Ellison Road, Peterlee, SR8 5NJ

Provider type

Nursery

Capacity

46 children

Key details

Capacity

46 places

Ofsted Inspection Summary

The Sunshine Day Nursery @ Seascape Children'S Centre was inspected by Ofsted on 29 September 2025 and received an overall rating of Good. In their report, inspectors noted: "Staff prioritise children's emotional well-being. They respond quickly and sensitively to their needs, offering reassurance and guidance to help them understand and manage their feelings. Children form close bonds with familiar staff in their nursery 'key families' and show a secure sense of belonging in their care."

Key strengths

  • The broad and engaging curriculum helps all children to learn and remember more.
  • The quality of education is strong overall, with instances of particularly skilled teaching practice that deepens children's learning.
  • The nursery is inclusive and nurturing.
  • Staff recognise the importance of movement and physical activity during play on children's well-being and their learning.
  • Children behave well.

Areas for improvement

  • support staff to embed clear and consistent expectations that help children to feel even more secure, confident and ready to learn
  • give children plenty of time and opportunities to try things for themselves and build further on their independence and problem-solving skills.
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Location

Ellison Road, Peterlee, SR8 5NJ

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