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 Nisha S (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful nursery and staff!
My daughter attended for four years until school and now my little boy attends.
Wouldn’t want him to go anywhere else, the standard of care they provide is outstanding. Can’t thank them enough.

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

Thank you for your lovely words Nisha, it means so much hearing these reviews from our parents, We feel honoured that we have had the opportunity to look after both of your children.


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

The standard of care is absolutely fantastic. We moved our son to New Moon Nursery from what was supposed to be a good nursery, and are constantly blown away by the amazing staff and how much they go the extra mile for the children. The variety of activities is fab and our son runs in every morning
and talks about nursery all weekend! Did not know nurseries could be as good as this and I will be heartbroken when he starts school and has to leave.

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

Thank you for your lovely words Sarah, it means so much hearing these reviews from our parents. It will be a sad day when we lose all of our school leavers.


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

New Moon is such a wonderful nursery, my child has the best time here. The staff are also so knowledgeable, kind, caring and approachable.
My child settled so quickly which was a surprise to me as I thought it would take him some time, I believe this is down to the staff and the welcoming curiosity
approach rooms.
I wouldn’t want to send my child elsewhere.

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

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


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

We absolutely love New Moon Nursery! Our little boy has been there for a year now and we only have positives to say. Our child was helmeted for his first 6 months of attendance and the staff were amazing, they go above and beyond always!
He loves going, we don't even get a backwards glance anymore
when he runs to go in. His development amazes us every day and we put a lot of that down to the fantastic activities he does and the care he receives at nursery!
Five stars! We recommend it to anyone!

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

Thank you Lauren, that year has gone so fast. Its a pleasure looking after your little one.


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

The staff are always super friendly and always take on board my daughter's ridiculous requests for different activities. She absolutely loves going there and has tried inviting her key worker for a sleepover multiple times (although she politely declines).

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

Thank you Hannah, we all love the unknown of what each morning will bring with your little girl.


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Review from Oprah R (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has thrived so much. He loves getting up to go to New Moon Nursery in the morning and he can't wait to tell me all about the day when he gets home. This is what means the world to me, how much my son enjoys his time with the New Moon family.

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

Thank you so much for your kind words. It is a great pleasure looking after you little one.


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Review from Courtney G (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New Moon Nursery are outstanding. Providing such an incredible experience for my son. He has been attending since he was 8 months old and is now 3 years of age and I couldn’t imagine sending him anywhere else. He loves going and has learnt so much since going. 5 stars

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

Thank you Courtney, such lovely comments. It has been a great pleasure to have you with us all this time and it will be very sad once big school comes around.


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Review from Adam B (Father of Child) published on 5 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Understanding my child's needs and have offered support and learning plans to improve. He loves going to nursery so much that we have requested to increase his days. His key worker is a credit as are all the staff we come into contact with, I can’t ever understand how they are still just as enthusiastic
when we pick him up on a night like they were on morning drop off. It can’t be easy but that’s a testament to their passion.

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

Thank you Adam for your lovely words, looking after children is more than a job for us all it's a vocation.


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Review from Shona D (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves her days at New Moon- she has bonded beautifully with all of her key workers over the nearly two years she has attended and always leaves happy and worn out!
The updates and observations on the App are always detailed and you can tell the practitioners all love what they do.
I
really cannot recommend this nursery enough.

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

Thank you so much Shona for your kind words. We love looking after her.


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Review from Jade G (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would 1000% recommend this nursery. My little boy started in November 2022 and he has settled in really well, this wouldn't be without the lovely staff that has made him feel settled, I couldn't thank you all enough.

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

Thank you so much for your kind words. Our staff work so hard helping little ones settle so quickly they do an amazing job.


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Review from Rebecca L (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such an amazing nursery who have helped my little boy thrive into a little man! He comes out with a massive smile on his face every day and never wants to leave! We could not be more grateful for all the staff who work there

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

Thank you Rebecca, it's a pleasure looking after your little one and seeing him thrive into who he is becoming.


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Review from Amy F (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The children at New Moon receive so many opportunities to allow them to explore, learn and build their confidence. Some of these activities include music lessons, football sessions and forestry school.


The staff are wonderful with the children and endeavour to help the children feel safe and happy

and learn. It is clear to see how much the staff care for the children. My child comes home and talks about her teachers with so much love - she talks about them like they’re family.

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

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are constantly reviewing our practice to see how we can improve practice and learning for the children.


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Review from L J (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New Moon Nursery is a fantastic nursery, my child can take a while to settle in. She has settled amazingly here, the staff are so lovely and friendly and nothing is ever too much for them. I love the fact they receive homemade food every day, I think this really does give it the family vibe.


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nursery is only small, I find that this is a plus, there are lots of activities for the children to get involved in, inside and outside, always being creative. Great nursery and I would highly recommend.

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

Lovely to hear such wonderful comments. All our staff work incredibly hard to make sure the children are happy and comfortable in their surroundings, including our cook.


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Review from G D (Grandmother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My three grandsons all attend New Moon nursery. The staff are very friendly and welcoming when they arrive. Because of all the activities they provide all three have benefitted in their development. They also provide special activities such as music school and forest school where all the kids get involved.
They also participate in World Book Day and all the kids can dress up as their favourite character. At the end of the day the key workers give you an update on what your child has been doing that day. They provide a happy and secure environment. Definitely a nursery worth recommending.

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

Thank you so much for your kind words. It is a pleasure to look after all three of your grandsons.


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Review from K G (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New Moon is an absolutely fantastic nursery, my two boys love every minute they are there! The staff are absolutely fantastic and the activities and resources they set up for the children are amazing, they have so many learning opportunities and so much fun. My oldest has been there since he was 10
months old and is now almost ready for full-time school and will be so sad to leave. I would recommend New Moon to anyone and everyone

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

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, we have enjoyed been part of your little ones journey.


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Review from T G (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children attend New Moon and the environment and brilliant staff are so caring and nurturing and have developed the kids so much in the time they have been there. The resources and activities are so imaginative and engaging and the children have such a great time in nursery, we couldn’t recommend
New Moon enough.

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

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, we are always looking at ways to improve our learning environment to get the best out of our children.


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Review from Michael A (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl was a lockdown baby, and therefore, struggled to trust anyone other than myself and my wife. We started our daughter here after her first birthday, and she is now a confident baby, and we firmly believe that the nursery has helped this process. She is well cared for and entertained throughout
the day, and the girls are amazing with her. We can’t thank them enough.

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

This is lovely to hear; thank you for choosing us as the starting point for your little one.


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Review from Cory E (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since I put my daughter in this nursery last year, she’s grown so much in confidence and developed her learning skills. The staff are amazing with her, especially her key worker. The staff are always here to help and to make you feel at ease always. My little girl loves going to nursery, and I will
be leaving her in this nursery until she is five as I love her attending New Moon Nursery. A brilliant place.

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

It has been lovely to see the developments of your little one. Thank you for your lovely feedback.


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Review from C K (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We visited a lot of nurseries but this one stood out a mile. My little girl has been going on New Moon for two years. It is such a lovely building with a real homely feeling. Her friends are like her family and it is such a positive happy environment. All of the staff are very friendly and very professional.
They are exactly who you would want to look after your children.

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

Thanks you so much for taking the time to review our nursery. We really appreciate your lovely comments.


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Review from E S (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would absolutely recommend New Moon nursery to any new parents. The practitioners are excellent. They have different stages for when your child gets older so they mix with the same age range. My little girl loves going there. They do so much with the children and help them develop. My little girl goes
full time and has her meals there which are all homemade (breakfast, lunch and dinner) which is a big help due to working full time. I'm so glad we choose this nursery.

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

Thank you for the sharing your experience of our nursery. We really appreciate your wonderful review.


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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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