# Kirklands at Startforth

Kirklands at Startforth is a full-day nursery at Startforth Community Centre, High Startforth, Barnard Castle, DL12 9AQ, in Startforth, Durham. It is registered for 24 children. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in April 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kirklands-at-startforth-2631907  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Startforth Community Centre, High Startforth, Barnard Castle, DL12 9AQ
- Registered places: 24
- Phone: 01833 690458
- Ofsted URN: 2631907

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 26 April 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding
- Personal development: Outstanding
- Leadership and management: Outstanding

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2631907

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since March 2021 (Reference 2631907). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2631907)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 26 April 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2631907)
- Registered places: 24 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2631907)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 4 February 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1159439)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Startforth Community Centre, High Startforth, Barnard Castle, DL12 9AQ

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=54.538439,-1.932714

- 6 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Barnard Castle Grounds, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.5 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Durham there are about 4.6 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle | Primary | 3–11 | Standards maintained (November 2024) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Montalbo Nursery & Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Outstanding (January 2023) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Barnard Castle School |  | 4–19 |  |  | 0.9 miles |
| Green Lane Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (February 2023) |  | 1.1 miles |
| Teesdale School and Sixth Form | Secondary | 11–18 | Standards maintained (March 2025) |  | 1.1 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Green Lane Nursery and Childcare Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/green-lane-nursery-and-childcare-centre-ey252401) | Report card Nov 2025 |  |  | 1.1 miles |
| [Little Meadows Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-meadows-nursery-2721980) | Good |  |  | 1.1 miles |
| [Holmedale Pre-school Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/holmedale-pre-school-limited-2604200) | Good |  |  | 7.8 miles |
| [Dawn Till Dusk Childcare](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/dawn-till-dusk-childcare-ey274336) | Good |  |  | 8.2 miles |
| [Flowerpots](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/flowerpots-ey409964) | Good |  |  | 8.9 miles |
| [Explorers Day Care Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/explorers-day-care-limited-2595516) | Outstanding |  |  | 10 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Kirklands at Startforth's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Kirklands at Startforth Outstanding at its inspection on 26 April 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Kirklands at Startforth take?

Kirklands at Startforth is registered with Ofsted for up to 24 children at any one time.

### How do I contact Kirklands at Startforth?

You can call 01833 690458.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2631907)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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