Buttons Nursery opened in 1997. We are a pre-school, private day nursery located at 11 - 13 Baird Close, in Stephenson District, Washington. Only a few minutes from the main A1/A19 road corridors and just off the A195, linking Washington with the cities of Sunderland and Newcastle, the Nursery resides in a secluded close, in pleasant surroundings.

We offer quality, affordable childcare for the parents of Wearside.

Set in modern, single storey premises, the Nursery is equipped to the highest standard, with toys, writing / drawing materials, the latest PC based educational software packages and facilities for both water and sand play.

Whilst the Nursery will provide for both creative play and a stimulating environment, it is our philosophy to create a ‘home from home’ for the children and therefore the emphasis will be on providing a secure and happy place for the children to learn, experience and grow.

At the rear, the Nursery has a large, secluded outdoor play area, with both grass and all-weather surface. Part of the garden is set amongst several trees, providing both shade and an exciting adventure area for children to play.

Now, sing after me: "... If you go down to the woods today, you're sure of a big surprise - he's behind you!" The wild animals mural, hand painted by the staff, runs all along the rear wall.

All of our staff have been carefully selected for their personal qualities, are appropriately qualified and have been fully vetted. 

The Nursery is registered for 50 children aged between 3 months and 5 years. Offering both full and part time placements, our opening hours are intended to meet the needs of both the working parent and those parents who wish their children to benefit from the advantages of pre-school nursery experience.

We offer sessional, daily or full week childcare, 51 weeks of the year, for parents living and/or working in the Wearside area.

Nursery Education Grants are available for all 3 and 4 year olds, providing up to 15 hours per week free childcare or to subsidise full daycare.

For a free prospectus or to arrange a visit, call our Nursery Manager, Michelle on 0191 4192442

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