NEW Nursery coming to Sedgefield!
NEW baby room coming to Stephenson Way!
Stephenson Way
Stephenson Way Nursery is purpose-built and opened in September 2010. Located just a short walk from the Town Centre, the nursery features exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces and a wide range of engaging play equipment. Here we are open in term time, from 8am-6pm and offer day care facilities for 0-4 year olds.
We create a safe and playful environment where children are encouraged to explore and learn through engaging activities that promote creativity, social skills, and independence. We help children build imagination, grow friendships and explore the world at their own pace. Together with parents, we support each child's growth, helping them become confident, inquisitive learners, ready to embrace the world around them.
The nursery has disabled access and is rated 'Good' by Ofsted - you can view the Ofsted report by clicking here.
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You can also find us on facebook @HouseofEdenNurseryStephensonWay
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'Brilliant Nursery, my kids loved it!​
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by parent, December 2024
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'I couldn't ask for a better nursery'
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by parent, December 2024
New Baby Room
From September 2025, Stephenson Way will open a dedicated room for children aged 0–2. Equipped with age-appropriate resources and staffed by experienced practitioners, this carefully designed space will support early development in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment tailored to our youngest learners.
Operation Encompass
At Stephenson Way, we are proud to be part of Operation Encompass — a national initiative that helps us to support children and families.​
Operation Encompass is a partnership between early years settings, and local support services to ensure the wellbeing of children and families.​
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If you would like more information about Operation Encompass, please speak to our DSL Rhianne, or deputy DSL Courtney,
or visit Home : Operation Encompass
Funding and fees
From September 2025, working families will be able to access up to 30 hours of funded childcare per week during term time, for children aged 9 months to 4 years.
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To be eligible, both parents, or one, in a single-parent household, need to be working and earning the equivalent of 16 hours per week at minimum wage. Check your eligibility here; Get free childcare if you're working: Check if you're eligible - GOV.UK
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Funding
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Your funded sessions are sessional
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A half day is 8-1pm or 1-6pm and is 5 hours per session
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A full day is 8am-6pm and is 10 hours per session
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Fee's
Beyond the 30 free hours:
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A full day is 8am=6pm
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A half day is 8am-1pm or 1pm-6pm
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​There is a charge for a consumables package which consists meals, nappies, wipes, change creams, sun cream and more
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There is a fee if you're late when in collecting your child
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Additional
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There is a refundable child place deposit
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We offer a discount for the second sibling
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A late bill payment will incur a charge
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Bank holidays incur normal fees
Our Team
A passionate team you can count on. Our dedicated managers and practitioners work together to create a nurturing space where your children can explore, develop, and shine!
Area Manager
Louise Boustead
Nursery Manager
Kimberly Dobson
Deputy Nursery Manager
Nancy Smith
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Rhianne
Designated Safeguarding Deputy
Courtney
SENDCO
Rhianne
Contact Us
Address
​House Of Eden
Surestart Building
Stephenson Way
Newton Aycliffe
DL5 7DD
Contact
Opening Hours
Open
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
term time only
Closed
School Holidays and
Bank Holidays