Business Details
Trusted Childcare & Early Learning in Newcastle
St. Gabriel's Nursery has been nurturing young lives for over 29 years, dedicated to building strong relationships with families and providing a loving, supportive environment for children. Our team of highly qualified childcare professionals creates stimulating spaces for development through baby sensory rooms, spacious play areas, and vibrant gardens. With two nurseries in Heaton and Gosforth, we offer a play-based curriculum designed to foster creativity, curiosity, and social skills, ensuring a home-away-from-home atmosphere. We collaborate closely with parents and specialists to remove learning barriers, guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.Our commitment to quality extends to nutritious meals, secure outdoor exploration, and community engagement through local trips. Recognised by Ofsted for excellence in care and education, we prioritise individual attention, continuous improvement, and partnerships with families to support each child's unique journey. Our values of care, quality, service, and value for money underpin every decision, ensuring children thrive in a safe, stimulating environment that lays a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Services
Full-Time Childcare
Part-Time Childcare
Baby Sensory Rooms
Outdoor Exploration
Play-Based Curriculum
Nutritious Meals
Library Access
Soft Play Areas
Community Walks
Parent Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We have over 29 years of experience in early years education.
- Our team includes highly qualified childcare professionals with expertise in play-based learning.
- We offer secure outdoor exploration areas and nutritious meals prepared on-site.
- Our play-based curriculum aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
- We provide personalised support through partnerships with parents and specialists.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Caring staff
Safe environment
Thriving children
Engaging activities
Positive experiences
Services
Full-Time Childcare
Our full-time childcare provides a structured yet flexible environment for children aged 0-5, combining play-based learning with individualised attention. We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage framework to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development. Nutritious meals and secure outdoor exploration ensure holistic growth in a home-like setting.
Baby Sensory Rooms
Designed for infants, our sensory rooms stimulate early development through tactile, visual, and auditory experiences. Tailored activities encourage exploration and motor skills, fostering curiosity in a safe, nurturing space. Staff guide parents on replicating these experiences at home to enhance learning.
Outdoor Exploration
Secure gardens offer diverse play opportunities, from climbing to gardening, promoting physical activity and nature connection. Children engage in weather-based learning and community walks, developing resilience and environmental awareness through hands-on experiences.
Parent Partnerships
We prioritise collaboration with families through regular updates, stay-and-play sessions, and tailored support. This partnership ensures continuity between home and nursery, addressing each child's unique needs while fostering trust and shared learning goals.
Play-Based Curriculum
Our curriculum uses play as the primary tool for learning, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and social skills. Activities are designed to align with developmental milestones, offering structured yet flexible opportunities for children to explore, experiment, and build confidence at their own pace.
People
Mandy Wilson
Nursery Manager
Mandy Wilson oversees operations at both St. Gabriel's nurseries, bringing extensive experience in early years education. She ensures adherence to Ofsted standards while fostering a nurturing environment that prioritises child-led learning and staff development.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We support children from birth to five years old, offering tailored environments for different developmental stages.
How do you ensure child safety?
Our nurseries have secure outdoor spaces, rigorous staff vetting, and Ofsted-compliant safety protocols to protect every child.
What curriculum do you follow?
We use the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on play-based learning to develop key skills and curiosity.
How do you involve parents?
We offer stay-and-play sessions, regular updates, and collaborative planning to ensure parents are integral to their child's journey.
What facilities are available?
Our nurseries feature sensory rooms, soft play areas, gardens, libraries, and on-site kitchens preparing nutritious meals daily.
