Best Nurseries in Gateshead
43 nurseries in Gateshead — 1 Outstanding, 19 Good
Ofsted ratings in Gateshead
43
Total nurseries
1
Outstanding
19
Good
23
Not yet rated
Bensham Grove Nursery School, Gateshead
Riverside Primary Academy, Gateshead
The Drive Community Primary School, Gateshead
Gateshead Council, Gateshead
St. Andrews Church Hall, GATESHEAD
Lingey House Primary School, Gateshead
Funded 15 & 30 hours childcare in Gateshead
In England, working families can get 15 hours of funded childcare a week from 9 months old, rising to 30 hours from September 2025, during term time (38 weeks a year). All 3–4-year-olds get at least 15 universal funded hours regardless of parents' work status, and some 2-year-olds qualify through additional support schemes.
Funded hours are used at participating nurseries and childminders — each profile on this page shows whether a setting has funded 2-year-old and 3–4-year-old places registered. Check eligibility and apply via GOV.UK childcare eligibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nurseries are in Gateshead?
Gateshead has 43 Ofsted-registered nurseries, of which 1 are rated Outstanding and 19 are rated Good.
What percentage of nurseries in Gateshead are rated Outstanding or Good?
47% of nurseries in Gateshead are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted.
How do I find the best nursery in Gateshead?
This page lists all 43 nurseries in Gateshead sorted by Ofsted grade. Click any nursery to see its full profile including inspection details, funded places, and parent reviews.