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£75/day
The Little Magpies Nursery
The Little Magpies Nursery, Stargate Industrial Estate, Ryton, Tyne and Wear, NE40 3EX, United Kingdom
8.2 miles · ~33 min drive
Play-Based Capacity 95 Spaces available
Top things to know
Teaching style
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
Operating terms
All year round
Funded childcare
15 hours, 30 hours
Age range
6 Months - 2 Years, 2 - 3 Years, 3 - 5 Years
Extended hours
Yes
Opening hours
07:30 - 18:30
Max capacity
98 children
Availability
Enquire
Nursery overview
About Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd
Shotley Bridge Nursery School on Derwent Street in Consett is an independent nursery with 98 places for babies through to 5 year olds.
It's open 7:30am until 6:30pm, all year round, with extended hours available. Funded hours can be used, and meals are charged as an extra. Learning follows the EYFS, with outdoor space and SEND support. Its latest Ofsted grade is Good.
Facilities & services
Outdoor space SEN support
Fees breakdown
- Area average from£66/day*
- DepositEnquire
- Registration feeEnquire
- FoodAdditional cost
- NappiesEnquire
- ExtracurricularEnquire
Ofsted rating
Read full report Inspection summary: Good
Overall
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Previous inspection
Good
Location
Consett, DH8 8LY
36-38 Derwent Street, Blackhill, Consett, County Durham, DH8 8LY, United Kingdom
Get directionsFrequently asked questions
Where is the nursery located?+
Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd is located at 36-38 Derwent Street, Blackhill, Consett, County Durham, DH8 8LY, United Kingdom.
What ages does the nursery accept?+
Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd accepts children in the following age groups: 6 months - 2 years, 2 - 3 years and 3 - 5 years.
Does the nursery accept funded hours?+
Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd accepts funded childcare, including 15 hours and 30 hours. Availability for funded places can change, so it is worth checking before you apply.
What are the opening hours?+
Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd is usually open from 07:30 to 18:30. Hours can vary by room, term pattern or bank holidays, so confirm the latest times with the nursery.
Are meals included?+
Meals may be charged separately at Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd. Ask the nursery for the latest meal fees and menu details.
Are nappies and wipes included?+
Please contact Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd directly to confirm whether nappies and wipes are included or need to be supplied by parents.
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1When was your child born?
Age: 2 yearsFree hours are available.
2Are you working?
Each working parent needs to earn at least £2,643.68 over 3 months, and under £100,000 a year.
3How much time at nursery?
Days a week
5
Hours a day
10
4What does the nursery charge?
About £66 a day for 10 hours. Shotley Bridge Nursery School Ltd hasn't listed a price yet, so this is the area average
You'd pay about
£803a month
£9,636 a year after your free hours
- Nursery fees
- £1,430
- Free hours (30 a week)
- −£627
- You pay
- £803
Doesn't include meals, nappies or trips. Most nurseries charge for these separately.
You could get 30 free hours a week.
They end when your child starts reception, around September 2029.
Why isn't it lower in the holidays?
38 weeks free hours: £132/wk 14 weeks full fee: £330/wk
Free hours cover 38 term-time weeks. Many nurseries can spread them across the year instead. Ask yours.
Only going term time? Your cost will be lower. Ask your nursery for their term dates.
Estimate only. England. Based on GOV.UK figures, checked 20 October 2026.
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