Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Main Street, Church Fenton, Tadcaster LS24 9RF
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8.9 18 Reviews
  • Jigsaws Childcare Ltd, Tadcaster
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 of exciting play with managed risk, as children are encouraged to climb, balance and explore.

An Adventurers Club offers before and after school care to children attending school or Holiday Club. This space is created for children from year 4 to year 6 and is full of age-appropriate equipment.

The nursery for your family - Achieved Millie's Mark in October 2017
• The pre-school is led by a fully qualified teacher with Early Years Professionals and a small team of highly qualified staff
• Sessions include Forest Schools and Woodland Walks, taught by a qualified Forest School Leader
• A small, friendly setting and their philosophy is to treat your child as an individual - they work to your child’s routines.
• Ofsted ‘Good’ in all areas in 2011 and 2013 and 2017 - “Children of all ages make good progress because staff carefully plan for individual learning and development needs."
“There is a family atmosphere during group time where children and adults enjoy sharing stories and joining in with songs."

Fees include:
• Meals, drinks and snacks meeting nutritional guidelines
• Forest School sessions and Woodland Walks
• They offer shift pattern fees, occasional use, term time only fees for children of all ages.

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Care Provided by Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Jigsaws Childcare Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Helen Smith (Business Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Admissions Policy available
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Total Places for Children
  • 51
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

  • Sessions Crawlers, Explorers Full Week - per week Monday-Friday:
    07.30 till 6pm (inc all snacks and meals) £304.80,
    Full Day 7.30 till 6pm (inc all snacks and meals) £64.95,
    Morning session 7.30am till 1.00pm (inc breakfast, snacks & lunch) £36.20,
    AM Session 9 till 12 noon (including snacks) £17.51,
    Afternoon session 12 noon till 6pm (inc lunch, snacks & high tea) £41.50,
    Daily Session 9 till 3pm (including snacks and lunch) £38.00,
    PM Session 12-3pm (including snacks) £17.51,
    Lunch Club 12 noon till 1.00pm (inc hot lunch) £10.29,
    Per Hour added to the end of a session £7.60.
    FUNDED TWO YEAR OLD PROVISION IS AVAILBLE.


    Session Discoverers, Investigators - non funded 3/4 year olds sessions:
    Full Week - per week Monday -Friday 7.30 till 6pm (inc all snacks and meals) £304.80,
    Full Day 7.30 till 6pm (inc all snacks and meals) £64.95,
    Morning session 7.30am till 1.00pm (inc breakfast, snacks & lunch) £36.20,
    AM Session 9 till 12 noon (including snacks) £17.51,
    Afternoon session 12 noon till 6pm (inc lunch, snacks & high tea) £41.50,
    Daily Session 9 till 3pm (including snacks and lunch) £38.00,
    PM Session 12-3pm (including snacks) £17.51,
    Lunch Club 12 noon till 1.00pm (inc hot lunch) £10.29,
    Per Hour added to the end of a session £ 7.60.
    Funded sessions are between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
    Breakfast £1.75.
    Am and PM snacks (selection of fruit) £1.46.
    Lunch £3.00.
    Teas £2.73.
    Charges made outside of funded entitlement per hour £ 7.60.
    Holiday Activity Club charges additional to funded provision.


    Before and After School Club - Holiday Club - Discoverers & Adventurers:
    Breakfast Club 7.30 till 9am (inc Breakfast) £7.64,
    Dinner Club 1 3 till 5.15pm (including high tea) £14.49,
    Dinner Club 2 3 till 6pm (including high tea) £17.99,
    Holiday Club Holiday Club: 7.30am till 1.00pm (inc breakfast, snacks & lunch). £30.48,
    Holiday Club Holiday Club: 12 noon till 6pm (inc lunch, snacks & high tea) £31.88,
    Holiday Club 7.30 till 6pm (inc all snacks and meals) £62.19,
    Holiday Club 9 till 3pm (including snacks and lunch) £34.92,
    Holiday Activity Clubs 9.30am till 11.30am with snack and activity £10.37,
    Hot Lunch £3.00.
    Late payment fee fees not cleared by the end of the month.
    Late Collection charge per 15 min late.

Jigsaws Childcare Ltd Reviews (18)

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Jigsaws Childcare Ltd has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.896) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Jigsaws Childcare Ltd has 18 reviews.

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Review from Katie D (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Excellent, caring staff. Fantastic key worker who helped my daughter settle in well. Helpful management team. Happy with my choice of nursery. I really hope they can obtain the funding required for the new build, to accommodate our ever-growing village population. Asset to the village.

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Review from Sophie C (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

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 the building with the big smile and is so excited to tell me about her day at pick up. Happy child, Happy parent!


In regards to staff members with parents, I

can't fault it. Every staff member I have spoken to has been so professional and very informative. They update me everyday through the app on what my daughter has done, eaten, any milestones hit and it allows me to upload milestones/activities she achieves at home. They also ring me if my daughter has had any of bumps to the head, no matter how minor- staff are very strict on this which gives me a lot of peace of mind. At pick up they are very informative on how my daughters day has been, whats shes been up to, if shes had a sleep and any concerns. Jigsaws will be the first choice for any future children I may have. 5 stars! Highly recommend.

Reply from Helen Smith, Business Manager at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Thanks for your lovely comments. This makes such a difference to our staff understand how appreciated they are.


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Review from J P (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has thrived at jigsaws. Their early years educators have provided a welcoming, homely and safe environment for him since he was 22 months (now nearly 4) - our son really struggles with environments outside of the home so the fact that he can be happy in their setting speaks volumes of the care
they provide for the children there. They have assisted and supported us through the early stages of understanding our sons additional needs to now being nearly 2 years into an autism assessment process.


As well as supporting him and providing extra care for his additional needs, they have supported us in finding extra pots of funding for his education, element 2 funding, DLA, liaising with speech and language therapists, educational psychologists and helping to kickstart the EHCP process, ensuring we will have something in place before he is ready to start school.
I cannot sing Jigsaws praises enough, all the staff really go above and beyond!


Reply from Helen Smith, Business Manager at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Thank you very much. It is always a joy to see your son at nursery he has the hearts of us all.


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Review from A J (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter is so happy at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd. She's excited to go on a morning and runs in without a second thought. The play is really stimulating and fun, she is learning all the time. The staff are very nurturing and she makes it clear she really likes them.
It's the best thing as a parent
knowing that your child is happy.

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Review from S K (Mother of Child) published on 12 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son was very shy when starting nursery but the staff and their methods of teaching are brilliant and he is much more confident now. He is learning a lot and his development has increased.

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Review from Rachel J (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Jigsaws Childcare Ltd since she was 10 months old and the staff have just been amazing - they’re all thoughtful caring and very knowledgeable. They always have great activities planned for the kids, there’s loads of outdoor space for them to play in and they have been
great in terms of adapting to her changing needs from a 10-month-old baby to now a walking little tot. Can’t recommend enough.

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Review from Zoe S (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I've used this nursery since 2012 all five of my children have attended and have all had a great experience with no complaints and all and all have got on well with the staff.

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Review from Stephanie H (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have 3 children at Jigsaws, my daughter has attended since 2014 and my sons for the past year or so. This is a fantastic setting for my children, it’s such a close-knit nursery and I always feel like they know my children so well. They genuinely care for the well-being and development of my children
and their learning, social skills and independence have come on leaps and bounds under their care. My daughter is now in reception and she was so well prepared for this thanks to the phonics learning they completed in the Discoverers room. The ‘family-like’ feel means they are confident, happy to be there and I feel secure knowing they are well looked after.

Reply from Helen Smith at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Thank you for your lovely comments it has been a pleasure to look after your family.


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Review from Suzanne H (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our daughter, now four, has attended Jigsaws since she was eight months old.
Each room is geared for the children’s needs as they grow and learn.
Our daughter is currently enjoying forest schools with the nursery and is always full of enthusiasm about her time spent at Jigsaws with her friends and
staff.
Our youngest daughter will soon be joining Jigsaws in the baby room.

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Review from Suzie B (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending breakfast club and after school club since September 2018. He thoroughly enjoys both sessions and is always excited to be attending.
The nursery staff are always friendly and accommodating and work well with the school next door for collection and drop off. The nursery is
well equipped, clean and organised. The outside area is lovely, with lots of different things for the children to play with, including a sandpit and mud garden.
A wide variety of breakfast products are offered along with snacks for after school club.
My son loves his allocated nursery worker and always has such lovely things to say about her.
A variety of activities are offered in the school holidays which are always helpful. My son particularly loves the forest school during the school holidays and always comes back with a craft that he’s completed.
Overall we would recommend the nursery to anyone looking for child care in Church Fenton.

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Review from Cally (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Smashing, friendly nursery. All my children have gone here from birth to starting school and enjoy it very much. It's proximity to the school is very handy for pick up and drop off. The staff are always friendly and it's a very informal, child-led learning environment. The contracts are varied to suit
all needs and the management are very accommodating with last minute requests. Very happy with the service and would happily recommend.

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Review from Amylee C (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two children have been attending Jigsaws for over three years. They both started three full days a week and now attend after school at their after-school club and the youngest also attends afternoons after Preschool. We have experienced the same excellent standard throughout all the age groups and
different staff members.
The children love the laid back environment and that they have the choice to be involved in numerous educational activities or can relax in a quiet corner. They both have genuine bonds with the staff.
We particularly like the emphasis on outdoor play and the forest school sessions that are run for all the children.
We have always found Jigsaws to be very accommodating when we have needed last-minute sessions due to work, etc. and the staff are always genuinely happy to see the children at drop off.
Any problems/queries we have had have always been dealt with quickly with minimal fuss.
Overall we are really happy with Jigsaws and have recommended to friends.

Reply from Helen Smith at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Thank you for your lovely comments.


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Review from Phillippa H (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The children love coming. They are so happy. They get lots of trips out to woods school and the park and do lots of educational crafts and projects.
The team at Jigsaws are very welcoming and always so happy to see the kids.
I particularly like the system they use for giving parents pictures, updates
and reports on the children.
The close ties they have with Kirk Fenton School means they can pick up and drop off the kids at before and after school clubs, so they don’t miss out. They also have catch-ups with the school to tie in with the curriculum.

Reply from Helen Smith at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Thanks for your lovely comments.


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Review from B S (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have used Jigsaws for six years and both my children have loved it. Particular highlights are how the staff and children are like one big family and the food they provide. I love their commitment to Forest Schools and both my boys have loved the outdoor learning. They run a wide variety of activities
in the school holidays. I also love the digital parent/nursery connection, where I can log on and see what they have been up to and also send information on what they have been doing at home. This has helped develop the language skills of my youngest, as the staff encourage him to talk about things they know he has experienced.
Highly recommended.

Reply from Helen Smith at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Thank you for your lovely comments.


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Review from James M (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has always enjoyed attending Jigsaws - they do a wide variety of educational and fun activities which engages the children. My daughter particularly loves the forest schools and the trips to the local area.
The staff are always helpful and caring and keep us updated on progress. Regular
updates on the internet app help me keep involved and up to date through the day whilst at work.
Parent evenings are held, giving a good chance to speak with the team and parents are informed of the child's progress.
Food prepared on site and to a high standard.
All in all a great place for fun and education.
Would highly recommend.

Reply from Helen Smith at Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Thank you for your lovely comment.


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Review from G B (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl loves coming to Jigsaws. She is always excited to tell me about her day when she has been there. They do lots of different fun activities each day and her key worker works so hard to bring out the best in my daughter and she has learned so much! The staff are so caring and approachable
and always keep me up-to-date on her progress.

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Review from Joanna W (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

They have fully supported my daughter since the age of 6 months. She is now 2 years, 4 months and they have encouraged and developed her non stop. They encouraged her potty training and have dealt with it with no problems. My daughter's maths and love for books have continued at nursery where they do
non stop development with her whilst including the fun element.

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Review from Simona M (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 20-month-old daughter only started with Jigsaws Childcare Ltd 4 weeks ago. It was difficult at first as it was new for the both of us. I am regularly kept up to date with how she gets on during her time there and encouraged to call if I have any concerns. The staff are all lovely and have really
helped my daughter settle and make the most of her time.

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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.896)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.896) out of 10 for Jigsaws Childcare Ltd is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.2 out of 5 from 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.708 for Jigsaws Childcare Ltd is calculated as follows: ( (55 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.708

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.188 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Jigsaws Childcare Ltd is based on 6 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 = 3.6

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 51 number of registered child places is 10.2. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 10.2 = 0.588

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Recipient: Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

Date: Friday 20 Oct 2017 More details

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Meet the Team (5)

Helen

Helen Smith

Job Title: Business Manager

Joined: 2007

I lead the development of the business and teaching within the setting supported by an excellent team of teaching professionals.


Amie

Amie Ross

Job Title: Operations Manager

Joined: 2010

Lead on developing the teaching and curriculum within the setting and guiding Room Supervisors to implement policies, procedures and pedagogy with their teams.


Rebecca

Rebecca Sharp

Job Title: Forest Schools Lead / Deputy Manager

Joined: 2010

As a member of staff outside ratios, I am able to go into each of our teaching rooms and support practitioners. I teach staff and children new Forest Schools skills and how to embed activities into their teaching.


Karen

Karen Holding

Job Title: Lead SENCo / Room Supervisor

Joined: 2015

I am the Room Supervisor for our Explorers Room and lead my team to create a caring, nurturing learning environment for our children. As SENCo for our setting, I keep up to date with the needs of all our children to create the best outcome for them.


Gillian

Gillian Brogden

Job Title: Business Administrator / Mental Health First Aider

Joined: 2016

As a business administrator, I support the senior leadership team. In preparing finance and teaching materials. As a mental health first aider, I am here to guide the team in promoting our best mental health.


Frequently Asked Questions about Jigsaws Childcare Ltd

What is the Age Range of Children that Jigsaws Childcare Ltd accepts?

Jigsaws Childcare Ltd accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Jigsaws Childcare Ltd Open?

Jigsaws Childcare Ltd is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Jigsaws Childcare Ltd have capacity for?

Jigsaws Childcare Ltd has capacity for a total of 51 Children.

How far is Jigsaws Childcare Ltd to the centre of Tadcaster?

4.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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