Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn

Newburn Riverside, The Waterfront, Off Kingfisher Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8NZ
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9.7 154 Reviews
  • Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn, Newcastle upon Tyne
Co-op Childcare Newburn Nursery is a purpose-built nursery that has been designed to a high standard taking the needs of the children into account. There are three main rooms within the nursery split into the following age groups: six weeks to 18 months, 18 months - two-years-old and two to five-year-olds.

They are big on safety which is why ALL their staff are paediatric first aid trained. They have 5 Little Pioneers who help share their core values to children from encouraging them to be independent to expressing their feelings.

They are big on happy children and they have areas for growing food (and eating it), regular visits to local care homes and a focus on taking care of each other and the world. They hold the Green Flag Status Award, an internationally recognised award in a programme that sees children lead the world in making little changes that deliver big environmental differences.

They have a ParentZone app which keeps parents/carers informed about life at nursery from photos of their day, assessments, meals eaten and even toilet training progress!

Co-op Childcare Newburn have a sensory room which is a beautiful indoor garden that includes forest music and sensory materials that your child can use as tools for imaginative play.

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Care Provided by Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Clare Rice (Senior Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 19
  • Total Places for Children
  • 108
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn

  • (0-2) Full day £68.00 / Half Day £42.50
    (2-3) Full day £65.00 / Half Day £40.50
    (3-5) Full day £59.50 / Half Day £36.75

  • A range of flexible, ethical finance options available
    Short Days (8am-6pm) & School Days (9am-3pm) Offered

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn Reviews (154)

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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.660) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn has 154 reviews.

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Review from Caroline L (Grandmother of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An amazing nursery. I am on to my 4th grandchild attending this nursery. I couldn’t recommend it enough. The staff are amazing, they are all caring, helpful and very friendly. The outdoor areas are great, the children have so much space to play and explore. The food is excellent with a good choice on
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Review from Carla D (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An amazing nursery, all the staff are lovely and always go out their way for each child. My little boy is autistic and each and every member of staff has helped him come on so much since he started. They have been such a blessing to both my kids that go there. Honestly couldn’t recommend this nursery
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Review from Sophie F (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery, I was very apprehensive to send my daughter into a setting since she was born in lockdown so visits and settle ins have been very different but the staff were amazing and my daughter went in no problem. I always know what she is up to and how her day is going. It makes the process so
much easier when you can see your child has an attachment with the staff, so when I'm not there for mammy cuddles I know my little girl will get lots off her key worker.

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Review from Clare R (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has previously attended nursery and now attends holiday club. All staff are always welcoming and engaging, adapting to meet her needs and interests. Nursery is in a great location on the riverside where they feed horses etc and have great activities including May Day dancing etc linked to
local and national events.

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Review from Edith H (Grandmother of Child) published on 17 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very friendly and cooperative staff. Willing and able to help in certain circumstances.
The management are always happy to support and often give updates informing parents of any changes. My granddaughter loves her key worker.

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Review from Mimi A (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended since he was about six months. Any mum can imagine the anxiety we had initially with dropping him off at such a young age. He is now two years and has grown into a confident and smart well rounded little boy largely due to the care he receives at nursery. He literally runs off to
start off his day because he enjoys nursery so much. As a parent the things that warm my heart about Co-op Childcare Newburn is how flexible they are every time. I can't praise them enough for their inclusivity in all aspects especially in their food menus. They are always preparing fresh and healthy meals, the great chef even going all the way to make Jollof rice for my Nigerian son. The app gives me peace of mind as I can follow up on my sons's activities throughout the day whilst at work. The excellent nursery manager is always keen to explore any concerns and I can't thank my son's key worker and all the nursery staff enough, they truly go above and beyond.

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Review from T W (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending this nursery for nearly one year. The staff are extremely attentive to the needs of the children. I cannot praise them enough for their efforts throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. My daughter seems to enjoy going to nursery and it is very much based on exploring the world
around them and getting them to play outside as much as possible. My only issue is that quite often I have to contact to chase my daughters belongings or inform them that she has came home with someone else's. I also question the size of the food servings for the children as quite often they say she eats all their food but she refuses to touch the same things when at home.

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Review from Rachael W (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started nursery last year as I went back to work from maternity leave. He settled really well and is always happy when it comes to drop off and collection. He continued throughout the lockdown periods and has continued to flourish and develop really well. He is always up to lots of different
activities and always seems to enjoy what he’s doing, this is shown by the regular photos of him completing these activities. He has has two key workers as he moved through the different aged rooms and both have been as excellent as each other. He has had great bonds with both his key workers and equally the familiar staff he comes in to contact with each week. Anything you ask of the staff is never too much and they and the management will do all they can to help within reason. We get daily updates via an app about his day and monthly observations and updates on his progress. I’m really happy with the nursery and would recommend it to all parents.

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Review from Vicky M (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Co-op Childcare Newburn for approximately six weeks. I am very impressed with the nursery. I looked at many nurseries before choosing and this was by far the best. I was really impressed with the nursery manager, on the visit she gave us all the information necessary and
answered all our questions. One thing we liked in particular is the cleanliness and they have a cleaner three times a day, this was very important to us especially with Covid-19. The nursery use an app to update all the things your child is doing, such as eating. This is updated throughout the day also with pictures, the food is great and the outdoor area is great. We liked everything about the nursery. Would highly recommend.

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Review from Aimee B (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter attends this nursery and absolutely loves it. She is always made to feel welcome, tells me about how much fun she has had while she is there. She has taken to her key worker amazingly due to how much love and care they show towards her. The management at this nursery are very supportive
towards families and always go above and beyond to help out wherever they possibly can. If you are anxious about sending your child to a nursery, I couldn’t recommend this one enough, everyone makes you feel like a friend rather than just a parent.

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Review from Sasha H (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Co-op Childcare Newburn nursery in April last year. Since that time the staff have been extremely friendly, helpful and caring. I feel at ease going to work knowing that my son is happy and well looked after. I am really keen on the parent app which gives regular updates to show what
he has been up to through the day. The app also allows me to check his development. I am extremely thankful to all of the staff for their hard work and dedication during what has been a really difficult time. Thank you.

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Review from Jessica B (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such an amazing nursery. My daughter loves going three days a week, a little bit more expensive than others but you get what you pay for. The nursery has some fantastic and supportive staff and they were really supportive to me as I was very apprehensive going back to work due to Covid-19.

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Review from Emma N (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since the lockdown last year, I can't thank the staff of Co-op Childcare Newburn nursery enough. It's been testing times for all but I am pleased that my child and other parents' children have been able to keep in a routine whilst I have been at work. They have made every effort to keep everyone informed
of the new procedures from dropping off, to picking your child up. This puts parents' minds at ease when working through these uncertain times with Covid-19. Well done everyone and keep up your excellent work. Will keep recommending to others. Thank you all again.

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Review from Jodie S (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are lovely and friendly and take very good care of my son.
I love getting all the updates on the Parent Zone app.
Although my son has only been there a few weeks everyone does such a lovely job and makes him feel at home and takes good care of him.

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Review from Rebecca (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery with wonderful staff. My little one started in the Ladybirds at ten months old and is now in the Preschool at three. She loves it and recently had come on so well with her letters and numbers. She bounces in every day. Great menus and variety in day to day activities. Good feedback from
staff, daily for meals and monthly for progress and activity reports.

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Review from Sherelle C (Mother of Child) published on 29 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery who really care about the personal growth and development of their children. Lots of focus on outside play, creativeness, healthy eating, looking after animals etc.
My daughter has gone here for almost 2 years, she was extremely anxious and quite shy when she started and the nursery
staff always made both of us feel happy and welcome.
A huge thank you and well done to a fabulous team!

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Review from Samantha W (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has been brilliant with my son. They have been very supportive in all areas. I have seen his confidence with letters and numbers grow week on week.

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Review from Katherine (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are extremely kind and caring towards my daughter who has been attending the past 6 months. They are patient, and have brought her confidence and skills along magnificently. I would always recommend for any parent to attend to see for themselves.

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Review from Diana H (Mother of Child) published on 10 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are wonderful, always friendly, polite, creative and hard working. I feel like my son is very well looked cared for and trust the staff fully.

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Review from Rachael (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has come a long way since starting at the nursery. All the staff are great with him. Its a lovely space for children to learn and play together.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.660)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.660) out of 10 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 15 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.966 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn is calculated as follows: ( (174 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 179 Ratings = 4.966

  • b) 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 4.694 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-School, Newburn is based on 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 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 108 number of registered child places is 21.6. 15 Positive Reviews ÷ 21.6 = 0.694

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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