New Moon Nursery, Castleford

25 Barnes Road, Castleford WF10 5AB
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  • New Moon Nursery, Castleford, Castleford
New Moon Nursery is a privately owned nursery located in Castleford, conveniently located near junction 32 off the M62, and easily accessible from the surrounding areas.

The nursery is owned by a mother and daughter, one an early years teacher with over 16 years' experience teaching, and the other a Speech and Language Therapist Specialising in early years children.

New Moon is a small, homely nursery situated in a beautiful detached house, which also has a fantastic outdoor learning environment.

The practitioners are warm, caring and nurturing and provide an excellent standard of care for all children. Learning through high quality play and interaction is high on the agenda, in order to ensure that all children are progressing within their development.

All practitioners are fully qualified and are Paediatric First Aid trained. Continued professional development is very important to ensure that the quality of care and teaching is maintained at a excellent standard.

The nursery welcomes prospective parents to arrange a visit by phone or email.

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Care Provided by New Moon Nursery, Castleford

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Louise Swales (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 18
  • Total Places for Children
  • 30
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays, Christmas Eve, New Years Eve & the week between Christmas & New Year

Funding & Fees Guide for New Moon Nursery, Castleford

  • Our Sessions are;
    8-6 for a full day this includes Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
    8-1 for a morning session this includes Breakfast and Lunch.
    1-6 for an afternoon session this includes Dinner.


    Please contact our Nursery if you would like further information regarding our nursery fees.

New Moon Nursery, Castleford Reviews (121)

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New Moon Nursery, Castleford has a Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10, based on 48 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time New Moon Nursery, Castleford has 121 reviews.

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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy absolutely adores going to nursery and often doesn't want to leave. The care and passion the staff have to help him succeed is wonderful and he has come on leaps and bounds over the past 10 months.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your wonderful words, it is so lovely to read.


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Review from Aimi B (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely nursery, with a warm family feel and some brilliant staff. From the moment my child started at New Moon I have felt comfortable, confident and assured that my child is safe, happy and well looked after. She has developed and learnt so much during her time at New Moon and she loves attending.
The communication is great; there are frequent updates throughout the day and regular “observations” regarding their development.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

We have loved watching your little one grow in confidence over there time with us, thank you


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Review from Jenna O (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New Moon is a wonderful nursery with a fantastic team of helpful individuals. My daughter has attended since she was a year old. Allowing someone else to take care of your child can be upsetting, especially for first-time parents, but the team at New Moon have always filled me with confidence when leaving
my child, knowing she is in great hands. They are caring and very child-focused. The meals are great and playtime in the garden is enhanced with all of the extra activities they implement. I don't think I have ever come across a member of the team without a smile or a kind word. I would highly recommend to New Moon.

Reply from Anna Friend, Owner at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Many thanks for your wonderful review. It is so lovely to hear your experience of our nursery.


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Review from Alishia W (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It's an excellent nursery with excellent staff my boy loves going he's always well looked after and enjoys going. They do so much and are always well-informed on how your child is doing. Always doing new things and the staff are brilliant at making your child progress further.
Kind regards.

Reply from Anna Friend, Owner at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for sharing your experience of your nursery. We appreciate the time you have taken to provide such a lovely review.


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Review from Emily T (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so happy with New Moon. Our son started there at 9 months old and has developed so beautifully under their care. Every worker has been so kind and caring and they give a detailed breakdown of the experience our child is having when he goes there. Would highly recommend this nursery - if you can
get in!

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your kind words, it is a pleasure looking after your little one and watching him grow and develop.


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Review from T A (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New Moon Nursery is excellent! My daughter loves her time here and has such a good bond with the staff! She doesn’t even give a backward glance when I drop her off she can’t wait to go. I can’t recommend them enough!

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for such lovely words. It's such a pleasure caring for your little one.


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Review from R G (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a first-time Mum, making the huge decision to go back to work I could not feel happier in my decision to send my son to New Moon. I visited several nurseries but as soon as I saw New Moon I felt confident that he would receive the best care and attention as well as play, learn and develop. I’ve had
only positive interactions with staff and it’s so lovely to hear of the connection my son has built with his key worker. It’s such a lovely place and I am grateful New Moon will be a part of my son’s childhood.

Reply from Anna Friend, Owner at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience of our nursery.


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Review from Lauren S (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is such a wonderful nursery. Staff welcome my daughter warmly in the morning and provide thorough information at handover. All staff know each child's name, even if they're not interacting with them all day. It makes us feel like my daughter is being truly well cared for. Staff are exceptionally
professional and knowledgeable - always looking out for the best for the children.
We always have clear communication from management and it's easy to ask them questions too. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this nursery to family and friends.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you so much for your kind words. We love looking after your little one.


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Review from Abi O (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son moved from a different nursery to New Moon around October and all I can say is I wish he had started here as a baby. I could not fault the nursery, every single member of staff is lovely and care so much for the children. All are very professional and very approachable. The support he has gotten
to help him transition into New Moon has be 5-star. Thanks for all your help.

Reply from Alexis Wood, Deputy Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you, we are so happy to have you little one in our nursery, he lights up our days.


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Review from S J (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All-round fantastic setting for our preschooler and has lots of opportunities for him to grow and develop at his own pace. He has made lots of great friends, loves the activities and has great bonds with the team.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your lovely words. We love taking care of your little one.


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Review from Sophie L (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn’t ask for more from the brilliant team at New Moon Nursery. They literally couldn’t do more, they love our little boy like their own. They work with them on how to develop and also how to grow as a little human. They do so much with them and always keep us up to date on how he’s moving on.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

I will make sure your feedback is passed on to our team. Thank you so much.


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Review from Lucy S (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I moved my son to New Moon from another local nursery. My son has SENCO needs and New Moon have been amazing at supporting both his and our needs as his parents. He has come on leaps and bounds in his time there. He loves spending his time there and drags me in each morning.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your kind words, we ensure we are inclusive to everyone and offer as much support as we can. Thank you for allowing us to look after your little one.


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Review from Amy C (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fabulous nursery! My son has been attending since 2021, he absolutely loves going to school and he has developed so much in the last 2 years. My other son will also be starting in the next few months and I can’t wait to see how much he develops over the years. All the staff are so caring
and just want the best for every child that attends.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your wonderful words, our staff team love getting feedback from yourselves.


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Review from Caroline F (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is currently in the baby room and has been since she was 9 months old. The staff at New Moon have helped to build her confidence in so many ways. She smiles when she sees her key worker and she’s created a great relationship with the staff there! The home from home environment is wonderful
and seems so calming. I love the joint meal area and the choice of food means my daughter has tried so much more than she would at home. I’m so glad we picked New Moon. It made my transition back into full-time work much easier knowing my daughter is so well looked after.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your lovely words, it's nice to hear. We love looking after your little one and seeing how she is growing week by week.


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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little girl has been attending New Moon for over 6 months and she absolutely loves it. She has developed so much, the staff are just so amazing with her and she has built up lovely bonds. We have really detailed and well-informed updates every single day. She has such fun-filled days, with so many
varied activities. I couldn’t be happier with the nursery and I wouldn’t think twice about recommending the nursery to family and friends!

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your lovely words, we love taking care of your little girl.


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Review from Zoe N (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended New Moon for 3 years and he absolutely loves the staff, food and learning facilities and has developed more than we could have wished, from a very shy little boy to now being very confident in play and around his peers and teachers. The staff have endless imagination when it comes
to ideas for learning in so many different ways. They also have a great outside space for play, external sports coaching and a lovely veg patch for the children to learn about growing their own food. We couldn't imagine sending our son anywhere else. We have so much trust in the staff to care for him and provide everything that he needs on an emotional level.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

We thrive in providing the best care that we can and cover all the curriculum. Since we have developed our allotment area, children have taken a great interest in living things and caring for them. I will make sure I pass your kind words on to our staff team.


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Review from Rachel B (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending this nursery since he was 9 months old. They gave me every bit of confidence that he would be fine and 3 years later, he absolutely loves it. Extra curriculum activities are available, staff are lovely and very helpful, and the nursery itself is like a home from home. I wouldn’t
want my child to go anywhere else. Thank you for everything that you guys do, it’s amazing!

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your kind words, we constantly review our practice to make sure all children are receiving the best care and education possible.


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Review from M C (Grandmother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After trying two other nurseries, we have now found one where our granddaughter is thriving. Since looking around, we knew we had found a nursery where the children are central. In a very short space of time, She confidently walks into nursery every day, happy to be there. It puts us at ease knowing
that she’s not crying every day we leave her. The staff are so caring and consider the needs of the children all the time. The nursery has a comfortable, homely feel. They’ve been amazing.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you, it has been a great pleasure looking after your grand-daughter, she is a delight to have in nursery.


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Review from Lois P (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to New Moon Nursery for the last 11 months. He started (as a lot of children do) quite unsettled but it didn't take long for him to feel comfortable and now he drags me to the door in excitement to get inside. He loves it there! My son is non/pre-verbal with possible ASD and the
nursery have helped me with the relevant referrals. His development has come on so much since being there and I feel relaxed knowing he is well looked after and happy whilst being there.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for you lovely words Lois, it means so much hearing these reviews from our parents.


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Review from Helen G (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Soon our daughter will be leaving New Moon Nursery for primary school; we are incredibly happy with how the nursery has set her up to succeed as her education continues. New Moon have encouraged her confidence, curiosity, creativity and communication. We have been happy customers of the nursery since
I returned to work after maternity leave, and have always been impressed by their high standards.

Reply from Louise Swales, Manager at New Moon Nursery, Castleford

Thank you for your lovely words Helen, it means so much hearing these reviews from our parents. We will be very sad when the end of the term comes and we lose all our school leavers.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.983)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.983) out of 10 for New Moon Nursery, Castleford is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 48 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 48 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 4.983 for New Moon Nursery, Castleford is calculated as follows: ( (566 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 576 Ratings = 4.983

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for New Moon Nursery, Castleford is based on 48 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 30 number of registered child places is 6, which has been reached with 48 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Louise

Louise Swales

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2010

We provide high-quality daycare for children aged 0-5 years. Our ethos is to provide a homely environment so your child feels at home from the start of their journey with us.


I have worked at New Moon since it opened in 2010. I became the Nursery Manager in 2014, where I developed my knowledge in child care and became qualified to level 5.


I have a passion for working with children and adore being the Manager at New Moon, it gives me the opportunity to see children grow and thrive within our environment, learning and developing to the best of their individual ability.


Our children are our future and they require a calm, loving and nurturing environment with opportunities to learn and as many varied experiences that we can provide for them in order to secure their foundations in their Early Years.


Alexis

Alexis Wood

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2014

Working with children has always been my life goal since leaving school in 1998. I went straight on to get my level 3 qualification and have always worked with children ever since. In 2014 I moved from the Midlands to West Yorkshire and found my forever Nursery... New Moon. I started out as a Nursery Nurse and worked my way up to being Deputy Manager. This is the position I adore the most it has allowed me to get to know all the children from all the rooms rather than being based in just one room. This position has also allowed me to be creative and help implement a vision of how we want our setting to be and the ethos we have for each and every child that we care for.


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