Nurseries in North Yorkshire

203 North Yorkshire Nurseries | 2,601 Reviews

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Queen's Kindergarten

Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate, Thorpe Green Lane, Thorpe Underwood, York YO26 9SS 

10 41 reviews
"Queen's Kindergarten has been such an amazing place for my son. The staff are incredibly creative and caring. They take into account the…"   Read all 41 reviews

Queen's Kindergarten is the Outstanding Early Years provision (ISI February 2019) at the Excellent rated independent school, Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate. Situated on the beautiful Thorpe Underwood Estate, Queen's Kindergarten is a friendly setting… Read more about Queen's Kindergarten

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  • 36 Places
Lara Nursery

1 Elizabeth Court, Inspiration Way, Thirsk YO7 1TS 

10 14 reviews
"We have been extremely impressed with Lara nursery as a family. This is our first experience of using a child care provider and we are very…"   Read all 14 reviews

Lara is a brand new purpose-built nursery in Thirsk. The Lara mission is to cultivate a spirit of exploration, experimentation, and boundless dreaming in every child. The nursery team is committed to nurturing the next generation of explorers, innovators,… Read more about Lara Nursery

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  • 66 Places
Puddleducks Children's Nursery Sheriff Hutton

7 Alan Farnaby Way, Sheriff Hutton, York YO60 6PG 

10 142 reviews
"Outstanding nursery. My children have attended 5 different nurseries in total, all of which have been very good in their different ways,…"   Read all 142 reviews

Puddleducks Children's Nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted March 2019 and is a multi award winning nursery having been placed in the top 10 nurseries in Yorkshire in 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. The nursery is owned by… Read more about Puddleducks Children's Nursery Sheriff Hutton

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  • 65 Places
Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

Unit 3 & 4 Battalion Court, Colburn Business Park, Catterick Garrison DL9 4QN 

10 93 reviews
"We've used Banana Moon Day Nursery since June 2021 and I couldn't thank them enough. The staff have helped my little girl come out of her…"   Read all 93 reviews

Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison provides childcare and early years education in a caring, loving, and secure environment for children from 0 to 5 years of age. The emphasis is on seeing everything from a parent's point of view as they know… Read more about Banana Moon Day Nursery Catterick Garrison

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  • 80 Places
Puddleducks Nursery Malton

Unit 1, 11 Cherry Farm Close, Malton Enterprise Park, Malton YO17 6DU 

10 66 reviews
"I couldn't ask any more of the team that look after my two little ones at Puddleducks! My little girl has been with the nursery for 2…"   Read all 66 reviews

Puddleducks Children’s Day Nursery Malton is situated just outside the lovely market town of Malton, perfectly located beside the A64 on a main commuter route out of Malton. The purpose-built nursery boasts spacious rooms and large, enclosed outdoors… Read more about Puddleducks Nursery Malton

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  • 72 Places
Little Bugs Childcare

Little Bugs, Web Adventure Park, Wigginton Road, York YO32 2RH 

10 78 reviews
"Excellent staff and facilities. My son loves to go to nursery and they are always doing crafts and physical activities. We get…"   Read all 78 reviews

Little Bugs Childcare offers full and part-time childcare for children between 0 and 12 years. They are conveniently situated just off the York outer ring road and open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. They offer 30 hours free childcare and parents… Read more about Little Bugs Childcare

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  • 60 Places
Partou Tiny Teapots Day Nursery & Pre-school

1 Hartwith Way, Harrogate HG3 2XA 

9.9 113 reviews
"Absolutely love Partou Tiny Teapots Day Nursery and couldn't recommend more! My little girl is in the Tweenies Room, she started from 7…"   Read all 113 reviews
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Partou Tiny Teapots Day Nursery & Pre-school is an outstanding nursery in Harrogate for children from birth to five-years-old. The nursery provides excellent care and learning opportunities for children, covering all areas of the Early Years Foundation… Read more about Partou Tiny Teapots Day Nursery & Pre-school

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  • 86 Places
Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Haxby

3 North Lane, Haxby, York YO32 3JP 

9.9 34 reviews
"Our daughter loves coming to LGR Haxby. The staff are really friendly and take great care of her. There are lots of activities for the…"   Read all 34 reviews

Little Green Rascals Haxby is an eco-friendly nursery, located at the heart of the village, where a plethora of additional activities to enrich your child's experience is offered. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities… Read more about Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Haxby

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  • 64 Places
Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington

York Maze, Elvington Lane, York YO19 5LT 

9.9 123 reviews
"Since joining the nursery last September my child has settled in really well and built some fantastic relationships with the staff. We feel…"   Read all 123 reviews

Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington boasts a generous 420 square meters of outdoor space, ensuring endless opportunities for exploration and adventure. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child.… Read more about Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington

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Partou Little Dragons Day Nursery & Pre-school

Dragon Hall, East Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LB 

9.9 59 reviews
"My son has been here around 8months so far and I am so happy. He clearly enjoys going and has a huge smile for the staff when dropped off…"   Read all 59 reviews
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Partou Little Dragons Day Nursery & Pre-school in Harrogate provides exceptional care and education for babies and children up to the age of five. The nursery is set in the beautifully refurbished 'Dragon Hall', conveniently located near the bus and… Read more about Partou Little Dragons Day Nursery & Pre-school

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  • 73 Places
Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Flaxton

Draft Farm, Flaxton, York YO60 7QP 

9.9 41 reviews
"My son has been attending LGR Flaxton for nearly a month now but we have been visiting the nursery since he was small by attending their…"   Read all 41 reviews

Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Flaxton is surrounded by acres of fields, paddocks, woodlands and farmland - the perfect location for an outdoor-focused ethos, centered around the importance of learning and playing in nature. The nursery offers exceptional… Read more about Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Flaxton

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Partou Safehands Day Nursery & Pre-school

Abbotsford House, 15 Kent Road, Harrogate HG1 2LH 

9.9 60 reviews
"Safehands is a really lovely nursery with lots of space for kids to run around and play, but also many areas for learning and development.…"   Read all 60 reviews
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Partou Safehands Day Nursery & Pre-school in Harrogate provides exceptional care and education for babies and children up to the age of five. The nursery is set in a magnificent Edwardian Building within the Duchy area of the town. The nursery has… Read more about Partou Safehands Day Nursery & Pre-school

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  • 70 Places
Busy Bees Harrogate South Drive

31 South Drive, Harrogate HG2 8AT 

9.9 61 reviews
"I cannot recommend Busy Bees South Drive more. From day one, both our children have been incredibly happy here and love going into nursery…"   Read all 61 reviews

Busy Bees Harrogate, South Drive offers the ideal nursery environment for children to play, learn and explore whilst being provided the best start in life. From a well designed array of activities to the experienced and welcoming team, Busy Bees Harrogate… Read more about Busy Bees Harrogate South Drive

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My Ohana York Nursery

David Lloyd York, St John's Playing Fields, off Hull Road, York YO10 3LG 

9.8 34 reviews
"My Ohana York provide an overall excellent environment in which my child can learn, develop, and grow. There is always a wide range of…"   Read all 34 reviews
Group/Owner My Ohana

At My Ohana York, child carers work together with David Lloyd to offer a unique solution to the challenge of finding caring, safe and stimulating childcare. The nursery combines the high standards of loving care you’d expect from My Ohana together with… Read more about My Ohana York Nursery

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Mini Explorers Nursery

The Pepper Pot, Crabtree Hall Business Centre, Little Holtby, Northallerton DL7 9LN 

9.6 14 reviews
"My daughter has been going to Mini Explorers for a year, and it is the most amazing place. She’s so happy, loves all the activities and is…"   Read all 14 reviews

Mini Explorers was the UK’s first recognised Farm School Nursery. Calling it a School Nursery or Forest School doesn’t do justice to the opportunities that the nursery's Mini Explorers are given daily. From their very smallest hatchlings in the Hoppity… Read more about Mini Explorers Nursery

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Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Poppleton

Millfield Lane, Nether Poppleton, York YO26 6HR 

9.5 9 reviews
"I absolutely love Little Green Rascals Poppelton, my little girl has come on so much since starting in July! She started in the cheeky…"   Read all 9 reviews

Discover Little Green Rascals Poppleton, a close-knit nursery, nestled within the heart of the charming village of Poppleton. With an unwavering commitment to eco-friendliness, the setting celebrates the beauty of nature and emphasises the importance… Read more about Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Poppleton

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Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Tadcaster Road

Little Green Rascals, 312 Tadcaster Road, York YO24 1HF 

9.5 77 reviews
"My daughter moved to Little Green Rascals in January 2025, and the staff have been brilliant from the moment we inquired about…"   Read all 77 reviews

Little Green Rascals Tadcaster Road is housed within a stunning three-storey red brick building. The nursery comprises of six thoughtfully designed rooms, which carefully follows the stages of early childhood development, ensuring that every child has… Read more about Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Tadcaster Road

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  • 107 Places
Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard

7 Minster Yard, York YO1 7JD 

9.5 75 reviews
"We are extremely pleased with our experience at LGR Minster Yard. The location is very convenient, with the beautiful Church a stones throw…"   Read all 75 reviews

Located in the heart of York, Little Green Rascals Minster Yard is committed to eco-conscious practices, proudly holding the distinction of being the first Little Green Rascals city nursery. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning… Read more about Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard

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  • 116 Places
Tiddlywinks Easingwold

Chapel Lane, Easingwold, York YO61 3AE 

10 85 reviews
"Amazing nursery! My son has been with Tiddlywinks Easingwold since 2023 and goes there every day of the week. He's learnt so much there! I…"   Read all 85 reviews

Tiddlywinks Day Nursery is in the heart of Easingwold offering an extensive outdoor space where children can thrive through their early years journey. Tiddlywinks looks after children aged between birth and five years old and has three separate rooms… Read more about Tiddlywinks Easingwold

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Blossoms Day Nursery - The New Mill

16 The New Mill, Gateforth Lane, Hambleton, Selby YO8 9HP 

10 70 reviews
"Lovely nursery. Staff always give a lovely greeting when you start the day and my child loves it there. They do so much and learn so much!…"   Read all 70 reviews

Blossoms Day Nursery is a purpose built setting, based within the village of Hambleton, providing childcare for children aged 0-5 years old. The nursery operates from four rooms; a baby room, an infant room, a toddler room and a pre-school room.… Read more about Blossoms Day Nursery - The New Mill

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Orchard Trees Day Nursery

The Old Wood Yard, Main Street, Thorganby, York YO19 6DE 

10 49 reviews
"My son has been going to the nursery since baby owls and he has gone from strength to strength. He is always happy to go to nursery and…"   Read all 49 reviews

Orchard Trees Day Nursery is a Children's Nursery set in the peaceful Yorkshire countryside in a large converted barn with a big open garden. Situated all at ground level with 4 large play rooms and a rear garden with a farm right next door, Orchard… Read more about Orchard Trees Day Nursery

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Little Pippins Montessori Nursery School

Skelton Newby Hall Primary School, Skelton-on-Ure, Ripon HG4 5AJ 

9.9 35 reviews
"My daughter has absolutely flourished and grown in confidence since attending the nursery. The key workers are all so caring, positive and…"   Read all 35 reviews

Little Pippins Montessori Nursery School is based in the village of Topcliffe, close to the market town of Thirsk in North Yorkshire. The nursery is located within the grounds of independent Queen Mary’s School with fantastic facilities on hand. The… Read more about Little Pippins Montessori Nursery School

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  • 35 Places
Tiddlywinks York

Murton Way, Osbaldwick, York YO19 5UW 

9.9 68 reviews
"Prior to our daughter starting at the nursery she was diagnosed with a serious health condition. The staff could not have been more…"   Read all 68 reviews

Providing quality care for children aged from 3 months to 5 years old in the lovely residential village of Osbaldwick, in York, Tiddlywinks is a great choice for parents looking for full or part time care for their children in the local area. Tiddlywinks… Read more about Tiddlywinks York

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Busy Bees York Heworth

26 Heworth Green, Heworth, York YO31 7TA 

9.9 29 reviews
"My daughter has been going here since April and I am so happy with how well she's settled in. She hands it over to the staff with no…"   Read all 29 reviews

Busy Bees York Heworth is an extensively refurbished facility which this provider has looked to enhance to make the most of its capabilities for fun and stimulating learning. There are two activity playrooms, a messy area and a quiet room, as well… Read more about Busy Bees York Heworth

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  • 45 Places
Jitterbugs Day Nursery

5 & 7 Trinity Road, Scarborough YO11 2TD 

9.9 36 reviews
"Excellent nursery. My daughter absolutely loves going and all the staff are brilliant with her. She has come on so much whilst being there.…"   Read all 36 reviews

Jitterbugs Nursery originally opened in 1999 and is situated on Trinity Road on the south side of Scarborough, comprising two large Victorian houses that are adjoined. These houses have undergone complete refurbishment and are equipped to deliver quality… Read more about Jitterbugs Day Nursery

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Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Main Street, Church Fenton, Tadcaster LS24 9RF 

8.9 18 reviews
"My daughter has been at Jigsaws since March 2023 and has hit every milestone she needs to because of the staff. Every morning she runs into…"   Read all 18 reviews

Jigsaws is set in the quiet location of Church Fenton. During the day they have three distinct rooms - Crawlers, Explorers and Discoverers, which are all excellently resourced with age-appropriate equipment. A safe, secure outside area provides lots… Read more about Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

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Dinky Groves Day Nursery

84 Lowther Street, York YO31 7LX 

9.9 18 reviews
"My son is having an amazing time at the nursery and the staff is really amazing and helps with almost everything! The staff is extra…"   Read all 18 reviews

Dinky Groves Day Nursery strives to provide a happy and safe place for children to develop and thrive. The setting is a small, communication friendly and Hygge accredited setting with a family feel and offers childcare for children from birth to 5 years… Read more about Dinky Groves Day Nursery

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Nature's Little Learners - Starbeck

8a & 8b Avenue Close, Starbeck, Harrogate HG2 7LJ 

9.9 15 reviews
"Following an awful ordeal in a previous nursery setting we arrived as a family to Nature's Little Learners. We were greeted by sympathetic…"   Read all 15 reviews

Nature's Little Leaners is an independent curiosity approach nursery based in Hornbeam Park. The awe inspiring nurseries are set to encourage independence, curiosity, and problem solving while in a safe and secure environment. The nursery is a home… Read more about Nature's Little Learners - Starbeck

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Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Bishopthorpe

Old School House, School Lane, Bishopthorpe, York YO23 2RE 

8.9 11 reviews
"Both our children attend LGR Bishopthorpe, we couldn't be happier with the outstanding level of care provided. All members of the team go…"   Read all 11 reviews

Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe is an original and beautiful setting, perfect for exploration and learning. Offering a home-from-home environment, the nursery works hard to offer all things natural, locally sourced and organic wherever possible.… Read more about Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Bishopthorpe

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Partou Play Away Day Nursery & Pre-school

34 Devonshire Place, Harrogate HG1 4AD 

8.9 49 reviews
"My son loves it at PlayAway! There are 2 specific staff that he seems to have really taken to but overall they are all lovely &…"   Read all 49 reviews
Group/Owner Partou

Partou Play Away Day Nursery & Pre-school offers all-inclusive daycare making life easier for busy parents. There is outdoor fun, with natural, stimulating and varied play areas as well as home cooked wholesome food. Their early years staff are professional… Read more about Partou Play Away Day Nursery & Pre-school

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Yorkshire Nurseries

How many Nurseries are there in North Yorkshire?

There are 203 Nurseries in North Yorkshire, including 169 Day Nureries & 34 Nursery Schools.

Which Nurseries in North Yorkshire have the highest Review Score?

Queen's Kindergarten, Lara Nursery & Puddleducks Children's Nursery Sheriff Hutton are some of the Nurseries with the highest Review Score in North Yorkshire.