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Durham University Day Nursery
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Providing first-class childcare in the heart of the city

Durham University Day Nursery is an outstanding nursery provider and a diverse community open to all. Our nursery staff pride themselves on being caring, extremely motivated, highly experienced, and fully qualified professionals who work in partnership with parents to provide and carers on providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for babies aged from six weeks old through to providing activities to develop the school-age children in our care.

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About Us

We aim to provide high-quality childcare in a safe, secure and stimulating environment for children from 6 weeks old to school age.
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For Parents and Carers

We believe that good communication between the Nursery and our parents/carers is extremely important.
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Our Curriculum

Each Nursery area is thoughtfully planned to take into account the age and developmental stage of the children in that area.
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Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) provision

We operate as an inclusive environment and we are recognised as having expertise in caring for children with special needs.
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Nursery Food Provision

All food served in the Nursery is freshly cooked on the premises by our own very experienced cook.
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Fees and Funding

All rates are inclusive of appropriate snacks, meal and drinks.
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Getting Outdoors

During their time with us, children benefit from a full range of outdoor learning experiences to enable them to reach their full potential.
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What Else Do I Need to Know?

Learn more about Durham University Day Nursery, from parking to security.
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