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BBC News
14-05-2025
- BBC News
Child First Moulton nursery closed after alleged sexual assault
A children's nursery was closed due to safeguarding concerns after a staff member was arrested on suspicion of sexual a letter to parents, seen by the BBC, Child First in Moulton, Northampton said the report was made on 8 May, before education watchdog Ofsted closed the nursery with immediate effect the following Police said confirmed it had arrested a member of staff following the allegations, but said it could not comment further at this stage of its First Moulton said it was "fully cooperating with the authorities". It said: "The nursery remains temporarily closed while an investigation is carried out by the police, Ofsted and the local authority designated officer."The wellbeing and safety of the children in our care is our highest priority."West Northamptonshire Council, which manages children's services in the county, has been approached for the letter to parents issued on Tuesday, Angela Green, the manager of the nursery, wrote: "We want you all as parents to know that during this period the team has followed all procedures and liaised with all outside professionals as per our policies and procedures to ensure the investigation runs smoothly."Ms Green added that efforts were being made to help families to find alternative childcare arrangements and said that it could not comment further "due to the nature of the investigation and active legal proceedings". Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Daily Mail
14-05-2025
- Daily Mail
Ofsted shuts nursery with immediate effect after worker is arrested on suspicion of sexual assault
Ofsted have shut down a nursery with immediate effect after a worker was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. Child First nursery in Moulton, Northamptonshire was suddenly shut on May 8 after a report was made to police. A member of the nursery's staff has been seized by police, who continue to investigate the allegation. Ofsted said that there was 'reasonable cause' to believe children 'may be exposed to a risk of harm at the site' as they explained why the site's license had been suspended. The nursery had 188 children on its roll and employs 34 members of childcare staff. A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman said: 'A member of staff has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault following a report made on May 8, 2025. 'Safeguarding measures have also been put in place in response to this allegation. 'As this is a live investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time.' Child First charges £74.25 per day for a 0-5-year-old child at their Moulton nursery, which includes breakfast, snacks, sun-cream, nappies and activities from 8am to 6pm. It was rated Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection, in July 2024, with the inspector saying the 'children thrive in the warm and welcoming nursery'. A spokesperson for the schools watchdog said: 'Children's safety is our priority and we suspended this nursery on 9 May because we had reasonable cause to believe that children may be exposed to a risk of harm. 'We will monitor the suspension in line with our guidance and continue to work with other agencies on this matter.' A spokesperson for the nursery told the Northampton Chronicle & Echo: 'While we are unable to comment further during this process, the wellbeing of the children and families we support remains our top priority.
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Nursery worker arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as Ofsted shuts site with immediate effect
NURSERY 'ATTACK' Nursery worker arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as Ofsted shuts site with immediate effect Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NURSERY worker has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as Ofsted shuts down the site. Child First nursery in Moulton, Northamptonshire, was closed with immediate effect after the allegations came to light on May 8. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up Cops have detained an employee on suspicion of sexual assault. A joint investigation has been launched by Northamptonshire Police, Ofsted and the Local Authority Designated Officer. Ofsted confirmed they will "monitor the suspension" in line with the probe. A spokesperson for the force said: 'Safeguarding measures have also been put in place in response to this allegation. 'As this is a live investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time.' A spokesperson for Child First nursery in Moulton said: 'We can confirm that a member of staff has been arrested by police on suspicion of sexual assault. "The nursery remains temporarily closed while an investigation is carried out by the Police, Ofsted and the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). 'We are fully cooperating with the authorities and, due to the ongoing investigation, we are unable to comment further at this time. "The wellbeing and safety of the children in our care is our highest priority.' A spokesperson for Ofsted said: "Children's safety is our priority and we suspended this nursery on 9 May because we had reasonable cause to believe that children may be exposed to a risk of harm. "We will monitor the suspension in line with our guidance and continue to work with other agencies on this matter." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Sun
14-05-2025
- The Sun
Nursery worker arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as Ofsted shuts site with immediate effect
A NURSERY worker has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as Ofsted shuts down the site. Child First nursery in Moulton, Northamptonshire, was closed with immediate effect after the allegations came to light on May 8. Cops have detained an employee on suspicion of sexual assault. A joint investigation has been launched by Northamptonshire Police, Ofsted and the Local Authority Designated Officer. Ofsted confirmed they will "monitor the suspension" in line with the probe. A spokesperson for the force said: 'Safeguarding measures have also been put in place in response to this allegation. 'As this is a live investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time.' A spokesperson for Child First nursery in Moulton said: 'We can confirm that a member of staff has been arrested by police on suspicion of sexual assault. "The nursery remains temporarily closed while an investigation is carried out by the Police, Ofsted and the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). 'We are fully cooperating with the authorities and, due to the ongoing investigation, we are unable to comment further at this time. "The wellbeing and safety of the children in our care is our highest priority.' A spokesperson for Ofsted said: "Children's safety is our priority and we suspended this nursery on 9 May because we had reasonable cause to believe that children may be exposed to a risk of harm. "We will monitor the suspension in line with our guidance and continue to work with other agencies on this matter." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. 1
The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Nursery worker arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as Ofsted shuts site with immediate effect
A NURSERY worker has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as Ofsted shuts down the site. Child First nursery in Moulton, Northamptonshire, was closed with immediate effect after the allegations came to light on May 8. Advertisement Cops have detained an employee on suspicion of sexual assault. A joint investigation has been launched by Northamptonshire Police, Ofsted and the Local Authority Designated Officer. Ofsted confirmed they will "monitor the suspension" in line with the probe. A spokesperson for the force said: 'Safeguarding measures have also been put in place in response to this allegation. Advertisement 'As this is a live investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time.' A spokesperson for Child First nursery in Moulton said: 'We can confirm that a member of staff has been arrested by police on suspicion of sexual assault. "The nursery remains temporarily closed while an investigation is carried out by the Police, Ofsted and the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). 'We are fully cooperating with the authorities and, due to the ongoing investigation, we are unable to comment further at this time. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Exclusive Latest "The wellbeing and safety of the children in our care is our highest priority.' A spokesperson for Ofsted said: "Children's safety is our priority and we suspended this nursery on 9 May because we had reasonable cause to believe that children may be exposed to a risk of harm. "We will monitor the suspension in line with our guidance and continue to work with other agencies on this matter." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Advertisement is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at 1 A nursery worker has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault
