Barnwell Daycare

Barnwell Academy Trust, Whitefield Estate, Penshaw, Houghton le Spring DH4 7RT
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  • Barnwell Daycare, Houghton le Spring
Barnwell Daycare is situated in the Monument Centre at Barnwell Academy and was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in July 2016 and November 2021.

The daycare provision is part of the Academy which is run by the school Governors.

Barnwell Daycare offers high-quality childcare in purpose-built surroundings. They can provide care for babies and children up to five years old.

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Care Provided by Barnwell Daycare

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Barnwell Academy Trust
  • Person in charge
  • Ashley Emmerson (Headteacher)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Total Places for Children
  • 36
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Barnwell Daycare Reviews (52)

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Barnwell Daycare has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barnwell Daycare has 52 reviews.

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Review from Chloe F (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 8-month-old has settled in so well to Barnwell Daycare. When she is there I know she is getting the best care, best playtime and best food that she could be getting. The staff are wonderful at accommodating needs and preferences and the use of a daily diary and home learning diary means that we know
how much fun she is having! Highly recommend!

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Review from Lucie R (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Extremely happy with the services provided by Barnwell Daycare, my little girl loves going to school. The staff are amazing and we are always greeted with a friendly smile. I would recommend to all my friends and family.

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Review from Faye G (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Barnwell Daycare from 7 months old and I am sad she will be leaving within the next couple of months to begin her journey at school. The Daycare is a wonderful environment and the setting has helped my daughter progress in all areas of her development. I cannot say enough good
things about the Daycare itself and most of all, I cannot thank and praise the staff enough for being so accommodating, nurturing, friendly and a huge part of my daughter's life and development. The entire running of the nursery is with the child’s best interests at the forefront of everything they do and I could not have wished for better care for my daughter. Thank you.

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Review from Samantha S (Mother of Child) published on 7 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing five star nursery. My child has settled in great and is learning new things all the time. The staff are really friendly and caring towards children's needs. Overall, a great friendly and environment to get your child ready for school.

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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hands down a 5-star nursery setting who put the children first. My daughter attended as a baby and my son has attended from being 9 months old. He is now 3 and attends 5 afternoons a week using wraparound from Barnwell Daycare's school nursery. They collect him after school nursery and he attends for
his lunch and afternoon session. He looks forward to going every day and is always full of smiles when he is collected. The communication is fantastic and we are kept up to date with everything he does. The learning opportunities he is given have enabled him to learn and grow in his own way and I believe this is because the staff are knowledgeable of all their children and aim to cater for all needs. We would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for childcare from birth to school age. Thank you for all you have done for our two children girls!

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Review from Jade R (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing daycare! All three of my children have gone here and they've come on leaps and bounds! Everyone is so friendly, helpful and approachable, they go out of their way to welcome you and your child. I could not fault this daycare in any shape or form! It is a fantastic place and I would
highly highly recommend!

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Review from D C (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I honestly could not be happier with Barnwell Daycare, the have made my son, myself and husband feel so welcome. We absolutely love his little report at the end of each day. Our son is happy and settled and we both feel completely at ease dropping him off each morning. They have also been extremely
accommodating when we have asked for extra sessions. Our happiest moment has to be reading our son's journal, it really made us smile looking at what he does each day. Thank you Barnwell.

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Review from Catherine D (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves this nursery. He has been going since he turned 1 year old and the staff have been fantastic with him. They keep me up to date with everything he does, his eating, playing, toilet training or any worries they need to tell me about. He has his journal which is lovely to look through
on his journey in nursery and some fab pictures too.
I honestly cannot fault this nursery at all and I am so grateful for all their support with my son. Thank you, girls.

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Review from Samantha T (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A fantastic daycare! My two year old was very nervous about starting nursery. I cannot fault the staff, they are all extremely good at the jobs and give that personal touch. They are unbelievably organised and I feel very comfortable leaving my child in their hands.

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Review from Claire Z (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has settled into nursery with the help of the caring staff. I have seen his development progress since starting nursery and he enjoys attending. I would highly recommend the nursery.

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Review from Emma U (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are friendly and helpful. They have the childs best interests. My child has learnt alot as the staff take time out to help. I would recommend the daycare to anyone.

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Review from Andrew R (Father of Child) published on 12 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son is just about to finish his time at Barnwell Daycare after almost three and a half years, starting when he was 18 months old.
Throughout that time we've never had a single cause for concern and have always been very happy with the quality of care, the regular feedback, and the flexibility at
Barnwell Daycare.
It seems a lifetime ago now, but my son initially struggled to settle in the "baby room" for under 2's and the staff were fantastic in helping him adapt, and were always very open, honest and proactive in trying to achieve this.
He soon settled down and has gone from strength to strength and always looks forward to his Daycare days. He's made some great friends, and the impact on his reading, writing, counting and general socialising has always shone through.
Thank you to all the staff and keep up the good work.

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Review from Kar-ren M (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have children in both baby and 2’s room. I would highly rate and recommend this nursery to anyone. The superb staff go that extra mile, to provide and deliver everything and more, that any child needs whilst in their care. All staff are approachable and both my children are easily at ease and trust
them too. Well done Barnwell Daycare and thank you for your continuous hard work!

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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves going to daycare, she goes in happy and comes out happy. The staff are brilliant they're friendly, helpful and professional. I like how she has a journal to come home with, so I can see what she's had to eat, if she's had any sleep, what she's been up to and any other things the staff
have noted down. It's a lovely clean environment for the kids, there's plenty of activities for them to learn and play. I feel reassured from the minute I drop my child off to picking her up, that's she's in safe and good hands and that's all I can ask for. Barnwell Daycare meets my standards and more.

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Review from Andrea B (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended this nursery full time since he was nine months old and he is now approaching his second birthday. There are so many positives about this setting but the main one is that my son has loved his time in the baby room; the staff are attentive and caring and my little one is socialising
and developing so well thanks to the hard work of the staff.
His home journal lets me see all he has been up to during the day and the parents' evenings are a lovely way to really catch up with how he is doing but I know the staff are available daily too to discuss anything I want to. My son often surprises me with something new he has learned and I really can't praise this nursery enough for the care and support it gives to my little one. He has already started visits to the next room to ensure a smooth transition and I know he will continue to be safe and happy.

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Review from Amber T (Mother of Child) published on 22 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. My daughter absolutely loves it here. It is run extremely well and I am kept up to date with everything.

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Review from Lauren A (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fab nursery with fab staff. My son has attended Barnwell Daycare for past 2 years and has brought him on so much.

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Review from Nick G (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son really enjoys going to this nursery. Whilst he had a difficult settling in period, the staff were brilliant and he now goes in and out happy and smiling. The outdoor area is excellent and the staff make great use of this provision when the weather allows. The facilities are well maintained and
always clean and tidy. Staff are friendly and helpful, and always provided feedback about how his day has been.

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Review from Jessica O (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. Very in tune with all the children. Wouldn’t send my little boy anywhere else, he has autism and is treated fantastically at this nursery. I know when I drop him off he’s in more than capable hands.

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Review from Kylie R (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started the nursery in January and settled really well thanks to the support of the staff. My daughter really enjoys going to nursery and has come on a great deal in her development. Thank you to all the staff. I would recommend this nursery to everyone 100%.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Barnwell Daycare 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 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 10 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 5.000 for Barnwell Daycare is calculated as follows: ( (120 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 120 Ratings = 5

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Barnwell Daycare is based on 10 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 36 number of registered child places is 7.2, which has been reached with 10 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Awards / Recognitions (7)

Top 20 Nurseries North East England 2022

Recipient: Barnwell Daycare

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

Top 20 Nurseries North East England 2021

Recipient: Barnwell Daycare

Date: Friday 28 May 2021 More details

Top 20 Nurseries North East England 2020

Recipient: Barnwell Daycare

Date: Tuesday 31 Mar 2020 More details

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Meet the Team (8)

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Kirsty Harding

Job Title: Daycare Leader

Joined: 2009

Kirsty holds an Early Years Professional Status and a Degree (BA Hons) in Education & Curriculum Studies.
Kirsty is also the Designated Lead for Safeguarding and the SENCo (Special Needs Co-ordinator) here at Barnwell. She also holds a range of mandatory qualifications such as Paediatric First Aid and Food Safety.
Further areas of training include Leadership and Management; Managing Medication; Autism Spectrum Disorder training; Managing Behaviour and iCan (Communication training)


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Chris Nellist

Job Title: Business Manager

Joined: 2016

Responsible for all financial matters concerning Barnwell Daycare.


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Monica Clarke

Job Title: Admin Officer

Joined: 2010

If you have any queries about Barnwell Daycare or would like to arrange a visit please contact our friendly administrator Monica who is always happy to help.


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Julie Temple

Job Title: Senior Daycare Officer

Joined: 2015

Julie holds an NVQ level 4 in Children's Care, Learning and Development. She also holds other associated qualifications such as Autism Spectrum Disorder training; Paediatric First Aid; iCan (Communication training) Safeguarding and Food Hygiene.
Julie is also a friendly keyworker and room leader within the 2-5 room.


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Kelly Savory

Job Title: Senior Daycare Officer

Joined: 2009

Kelly holds an NVQ level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development. She also holds other associated qualifications such as Autism Spectrum Disorder training; Nutrition Awareness- Food Safety; Sensory integration; iCan (communication training) alongside mandatory Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding training.
Kelly is also a friendly keyworker and a room leader within our 2-5 room.


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Christine Montaser

Job Title: Daycare Officer

Joined: 2010

Christine holds an NNEB in Nursery Nursing and a variety of other associated qualifications linked to her role as baby room leader.


These include Early Language and Development; Managing Medication; An intro to Autism Spectrum; Moving and Handling; Paediatric First Aid; Makaton and Safeguarding training.


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Anna Brown

Job Title: Daycare Officer

Joined: 2015

Anna holds a BTEC National Diploma in Children's Care (level 3)
She also holds mandatory Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene, alongside other associated qualifications such as Autism Spectrum Disorder training.


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Vanessa Horn

Job Title: Daycare Assistant

Joined: 2016

Vanessa holds a level 3 Nursery Nurse Diploma and has successfully completed her level 2 Food Safety Award


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