# Playology Beach School & Learning Studio

Playology Beach School & Learning Studio is a full-day nursery at Unit 4, The Waterside, Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham, SR7 7EE, in Seaham, Durham. It is registered for 20 children. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in September 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It is run by Playology Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/playology-beach-school-and-learning-studio-2590461  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Unit 4, The Waterside, Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham, SR7 7EE
- Registered places: 20
- Phone: 0191 581 3922
- Website: http://www.playologylearning.com/
- Run by: [Playology Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/playology-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2590461

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 23 September 2022, 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/16/2590461

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since June 2020 (Reference 2590461). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2590461)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 23 September 2022). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2590461)
- Registered places: 20 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2590461)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 8 April 2024). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1703581)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Unit 4, The Waterside, Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham, SR7 7EE

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=54.838478,-1.326587

- Station: Seaham, 0.8 miles
- 6 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ropery Walk Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (November 2024) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Seaham Harbour Nursery School | Nursery | 2–5 | School remains Outstanding (July 2024) | yes | 0.4 miles |
| St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Improved significantly (March 2025) |  | 0.6 miles |
| Seaham Trinity Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (October 2023) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Seaview Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Good (May 2024) | yes | 1.3 miles |
| New Seaham Academy | Primary | 4–11 | Good (October 2022) |  | 1.7 miles |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Seaham | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (Improving) (May 2024) |  | 1.7 miles |
| Westlea Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (November 2022) | yes | 1.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Your Co-Op Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-School Seaham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/your-co-op-little-pioneers-nursery-and-pre-school-seaham-2886188) |  |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Little Waves Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-waves-day-nursery-ey536886) | Good |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [Seaham Kindergarten](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/seaham-kindergarten-2699352) | Outstanding |  |  | 0.6 miles |
| [Harbour View Kindergarten](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/harbour-view-kindergarten-2808232) |  |  |  | 1.3 miles |
| [Tots 'R' Us Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tots-r-us-nursery-ey489173) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Ryhope Village](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-sunderland-ryhope-village-ey302467) | Good |  |  | 2.6 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Playology Beach School & Learning Studio's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Playology Beach School & Learning Studio Outstanding at its inspection on 23 September 2022, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Playology Beach School & Learning Studio take?

Playology Beach School & Learning Studio is registered with Ofsted for up to 20 children at any one time.

### Who runs Playology Beach School & Learning Studio?

Playology Beach School & Learning Studio is run by Playology Limited, which runs 3 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to Playology Beach School & Learning Studio?

Seaham is the nearest station we know of, 0.8 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Playology Beach School & Learning Studio?

You can call 0191 581 3922 and visit www.playologylearning.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2590461)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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