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.

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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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our experience with the Co-operative Nursery Newburn has been fantastic. Our daughter has developed so much confidence and we are really impressed with her emerging literacy and numeracy skills as a result of the nursery's work with her. We think the Newbury Co-operative Nursery has provided her with
an excellent start to her education and we would not hesitate to recommend the nursery to others. Thank you!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery, our daughters loves coming here and never wants to leave. The management, to all the staff, are all so friendly, approachable, she really likes them all and they are an asset to the Co-operative group. It has been the best experience of our little one's time at this nursery, and will
be sending our new arrival when she is older. Thank you to all the amazing staff for all that they do, we really appreciate all your hard work and dedication.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has become a lot more confident since attending the nursery. He has started talking a lot more and interacting with other children. All of the staff are amazing they have such a good bond with the children.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery. Excellent staff.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has loved being here, I feel it has given him the best possible start in life. Thank you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely recommend this nursery, our son has been here for almost 4 years and is extremely happy. It has installed great values in him, his development has been fantastic and especially in his social skills. Sad to be leaving to go to reception.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter joined the nursery when she was one year old and she is now just about to leave pre-school. She has been well cared for by all the staff and everyone shows a genuine interest in the children. There are some fab learning activities (especially Isla bikes) and parents are updated on progress
regularly. We have loved our daughter being here and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery with very caring staff. My child loves coming to nursery and has learned a lot. Lovely outside space and good range of activities. Would thoroughly recommend.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is a fantastic place. Our daughter has come on a long way since she first started. The staff are very caring and friendly and are attentive to the children's needs. The activities are fun and educational and the outside space is superb. I'd certainly recommend this nursery, thanks!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been coming here for 3 years and has loved every minute of it. She has developed brilliantly over the years and has excellent foundations ready for school.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at the Co-operative Childcare Newburn for two years. She has received exceptional care. There are always lots of fun and fabulous activities available. The girls are all really friendly and go out of their way to share information and answer any queries I have.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at this nursery since he was 10 months old and has spent time in all of the areas. He absolutely loves coming to nursery and has made a lot of friends over the years. He has also built up great relationships with the staff who are all lovely and take great care of the children. His confidence
has grown so much in the time he has been here and they have prepared him well for his next step of going to school. Thank you to all the staff who have helped him through his journey.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The quality of care at this nursery is wonderful. Staff are approachable, friendly and caring. My little girl enjoys her time at nursery and speaks highly of both the staff and the exciting activities on offer. The nursery environment is organised, clean and well presented. Parents are kept up to date
with nursery life and there are many opportunities to visit!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing this nursery for my daughter is one of the best decisions I have made. I was initially attracted to the nursery because of facilities including a separate garden for the babies. However the staff are what make the nursery outstanding. They are all dedicated, committed, genuinely care for the
children and communicate well with parents so I feel connected with my daughter's day. There is a real sense of community. My daughter is happy, confident and curious and the staff at the nursery have made an enormous contribution to this. I cannot thank them enough. They allow children to explore their own interests and also take them on trips. My daughter loves the food made by the chef at the nursery. I know while at nursery she will be encouraged to eat healthily and she has developed an understanding of the food she needs to grow. My daughter has made lasting friendships at this nursery - and so have I. I would happily recommend this nursery to other parents.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very good nursery, pleasant staff. They are very flexible in accommodating any extra sessions needed to help the parents. They are like family, especially the ladies from the office who are great.
My son loves going to this nursery - lots of fun activities for the kids.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn't ask for better staff to be looking after my child, he adores the place and other children and great facilities.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have found this nursery and the staff to be very pleasant, there have been a few staff changes but my grandson still seems settled and it has not bothered him. The garden is not great, it is so big and the space could be used better. Management are friendly and welcoming. The nursery is secure and
safe and I have had no concerns for my grandson's safety or wellbeing.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful staff and my child has flourished there with them! I would happily recommend this place to anyone looking for a nursery!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff at the nursery are amazing! They are not only tentative and genuinely a huge developmental factor to the children’s lives, but they are actually interested and become extended members of everyone’s family. They care about the children and this is poured into the work they do. They all go over
and above their role to provide a safe, warm and exciting environment for every child.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter really enjoys going to this nursery! She has a fantastic key worker who really makes an effort with my daughter. I can tell how much she cares about her and how focused she is on her job as a key worker as my daughter is very comfortable and happy with her!

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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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