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What A Hoot Nursery Blyth
What A Hoot Day Nursery Blyth opened its doors in April 2014. Located in the centre of Blyth, Northumberland, we have transformed a building from an old first school into a modern, purpose-built nursery, after-school & daycare provider. We cater for children from newborn up to twelve years of age.
About us
If you live in Blyth, Ashington, Cramlington, Bedlington, Seaton Delaval, Seaton Sluice or any of the surrounding North Tyneside or South East Northumberland areas, What A Hoot offers practical and affordable daycare services for parents looking to give their children the best possible start in life.
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National standards
As a registered childcare facility, we meet the national standards set by OFSTED our governing body and all of our staff have been suitably DBS-checked and gone through a rigorous recruitment procedure.
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7 rooms & growing
Our Blyth nursery consists of 7 spacious and vibrant rooms. We have 3 baby rooms (0-2 years), 2 rooms for 2-3 year olds (with a 3rd coming soon) and 2 rooms for pre-school/3-5 year olds (with a 3rd coming soon).
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Convenient location
Conveniently situated on Albion Way in Blyth town centre, What A Hoot is ideal for parents who live, work or travel through Blyth – we’re easily accessed by bus or on foot, with dedicated parking facilities for those travelling by car – and we’re just a short walk from the amenities of Albion Retail Park.
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Other facilities onsite
Alongside What A Hoot Day Nursery, we have other thriving businesses in the centre including, High Energy Martial Arts Academy, Cub café and Beautification & Nails. All of the companies within the Activity Centre operate with the same ethos: community-focused work celebrating a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
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Sensory Room
We also have an onsite Sensory Room in the centre, The Sensory Nest, which is run by the nursery. Our nursery children use the sensory room regularly, it is particularly beneficial for our children who have additional needs. The Sensory Room boasts; a soft play, bubble tubes, activity walls, a swing seat, a spinning plate a trampoline and an enclosed outdoor area.
Meet Our Dedicated Blyth Team
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Managing Director
Nichola Barnes
Nichola has a BA(hons) degree in Care and Education of Very Young Children and Professional Practice Studies with Early Years Professional status. She is now Managing Director of both our nurseries.
Deputy Manager Blyth
Briony Wilson
Briony holds a Level 4 qualification and is our Deputy Manager. Briony is incredibly organised and excellent at leading the team.
BLYTH SENIOR STAFF
Senior Nursery Staff / SENDCO
Shannon Cheetham
Shannon joined us in March 2019 as an apprentice and is now the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator at our Blyth nursery.
Senior Nursery Practitioner
Chelsea White
This is Chelsea, she joined What a Hoot in January 2023. Chelsea has a Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
Senior Nursery Practitioner
Suzanne Wilson
Suzanne is Level 3 qualified and leads our baby room.
Senior Nursery Practitioner
Abby Errington
Abby is a level 3 Nursery Practitioner. Abby has lots of experience working directly with children who have profound additional needs.
THE BLYTH TEAM
Nursery Practitioner
Aimee Watson
Aimee is a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner and joined us in the Spring of 2025
Nursery Practitioner
Amy Robson
Amy is currently doing her Teaching degree. (We need to chase her for a photo)
Nursery Practitioner
Becca Hills
Becca is a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner
Nursery Practitioner
Charleigh Proctor
This is Charleigh, she is one of our nursery apprentices. She is working towards her Level 3 qualification.
Nursery Practitioner
Chloe Saul
Chloe joined us as an apprentice in January 2017 and is now fully qualified to Level 3. Chloe is a fantastic practitioner and we are so proud she is part of our team.
Nursery Practitioner
Emily Streener
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Nursery Practitioner
Emma Morton
Emma is a nursery practitioner at Blyth. She joined the team in August 2018. Emma is an excellent practitioner, she is calm and patient and very respectful of the children's choices.
Nursery Practitioner
Georgia Smith
This is Georgia she is an Early Years Practitioner and is Level 3 qualified in Early Years. She has always enjoyed watching children flourish from a young age.
Nursery Practitioner
Jade Crowson
This is Jade, she is Level 3 qualified in early years. She has always had a passion for working with children since a young age.
Nursery Practitioner
Kacey Weatherby
This is Kacey, Kacey began as an apprentice with us and past her course with a distinction! She is now a fully qualified nursery practitioner.
Nursery Practitioner
Katelyn Lawson
Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
Nursery practitioner
Lauren Dickson
We need to chase Lauren for some info!
Nursery Practitioner
Michelle Todd
Michelle joined us in the Spring of 2025 and is an Early Years Apprentice working towards Level 3.
Nursery Practitioner
Nicola Middleton
This is Nicola, she has a Level 2 and Level 3 Early Years and Playwork and is currently studying towards a Bsc (hons) in Psychology.
Nursery Practitioner
Stephanie Robe
This is Steph, she is qualified at Level 3. (We need to chase Stephanie for a photo)
Nursery Practitioner
Tina Andrews
Tina holds a Level 3 in childcare.
OTHER ROLES
Cleaning Supervisor
Tracey Hedley
Tracey is our fabulous domestic lead, she keeps our nursery fresh and hygienic everyday. Tracey works so hard to enable the staff to focus on planning and creating unique learning opportunities for our children.
Nursery Cook
Carol
We need to chase Carol for a photo and some info