Harton Village Kindergarten
Offers breakfast clubs, after-school clubs, and holiday care during term time and holidays. Pick-ups and drop-offs for Harton and Ridgeway Primary Schools.
About Harton Village Kindergarten
Harton Village Kindergarten is a childcare setting on Sunderland Road in South Shields, occupying a converted library building and now part of the Early Learning Partnership. It provides nursery care for children from 12 weeks to four years old, with beautifully designed spaces including a dedicated sensory room and a soft play area in the baby room, alongside secure outdoor gardens and dedicated sleep areas. Nutritious, home-cooked meals are prepared on site each day. An after-school and holiday club operates for children up to the age of ten, with collections available from neighbouring schools. The setting combines a countryside-inspired design with modern facilities in the heart of Harton Village.
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