A NURSERY in Darlington became the second in the country to be presented with a Quality Assurance Award.
Staff at Albert Hill Nursery, in Prescott Street, received the award, which recognises high standards of early years education, from the town's MP Alan Milburn.
Headteacher Carole Billington said she is delighted with the award, which merits the school on its management skills, leadership, organisation and relationships with pupils and parents.
She said: "It reflects the hard work, commitment and dedication of our staff and shows how well we work with parents and the community, making the nursery a success."
Darlington Borough Councillor, Stephen Harker, cabinet member for education, attended the presentation along with councillors Ray Flowers and Isobel Hartley.
Coun Harker said: "It is a tremendous achievement for Albert Hill Nursery. The award demonstrates its commitment to the provision of quality education for early years and it is a tribute to all at the nursery."
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