My Ohana York Nursery

David Lloyd York, St John's Playing Fields, off Hull Road, York YO10 3LG
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9.9 33 Reviews
  • My Ohana York Nursery, York
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 the fantastic facilities and expertise of David Lloyd coaches in integrating active play and exercise into your child’s day.

My Ohana is based across four different rooms. Poppies is for under ones and the staff ratio is 1:3, Buttercups is for children aged one year old up to two years old and the ratio in this room is also 1:3. When children turn two they move into the Bluebells room where the ratio changes to 1:4 and from there they move into Sunflowers room at three years old and the ratio is 1:8.

Through individual observation and planning, carers meet the educational and social needs of all the children. My Ohana know how important parent partnership is, and work to ensure effective communication with all parents, through parent evenings, newsletters, daily verbal feedback, event days and emails.

The nursery provides a variety of extracurricular activities and stimulating resources to ensure that all children are achieving their full potential. The staff encourage children to be healthy with nutritious menus and endeavour to keep high standards of health and safety throughout the setting. My Ohana York promote equal opportunities and diversity as governed by standards and guidelines.

My Ohana welcomes everyone into a friendly and caring environment and stand by their company vision and missions, being the childcare experts.

My Ohana encourage children to feel safe and welcomed when adults pay high regard to their emotional well-being and provide clear guidance about their activities, routines and individual learning experiences.

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Care Provided by My Ohana York Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lyndsey Slessor (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 25
  • Total Places for Children
  • 55
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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 & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for My Ohana York Nursery

  • 0-3yrs £69 per day,
    3-5yrs £68 per day.
    Included in the price – everything! Our prices are inclusive of lunches , snacks, breakfast and tea tennis, Stretch and Grow music and movement group and weekly tennis lessons for children over 3 years old.
    David Lloyd gym members receive a 5% fee discount too.
  • Parking

  • They offer on site parking and drop off facilities.


My Ohana York Nursery Reviews (33)

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9.9

My Ohana York Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.901) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time My Ohana York Nursery has 33 reviews.

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Review from D W (Father of Child) published on 17 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child loves to go to the nursery for the day and it's sometimes difficult to get her to leave. The staff are warm and caring and I'm always happy to leave my child in their care. I'm happy with the services and would recommend them to other parents.

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

I'm very happy because my daughter enjoys My Obana she's happy and she learn many things, staff are amazing. Will recommend for everyone to enjoy at My Obama day nursery! I'm proud of my girl how she enjoyed it and she learnt a lot of things there!

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

In the beginning, my daughter was so upset to leave her mom and cry a lot during the nursery.
But the teachers in the Bluebell room were so patient to hold my girl and comfort her all morning time which I was really moved.
Very much appreciate all the Bluebell room teachers
Now she enjoys nursery
time so much and is very happy to say bye-bye to mom every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has attended this nursery for over a year now and we are extremely happy with the level or care and services the nursery provide. The staff are always so friendly and welcoming each day and provide updates on what they have been doing throughout the day and how they've got on. We would highly
recommend this nursery and look forward to many more happy years with them.

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Review from Helen E (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is bright and wonderful. Both of my children have attended the nursery from the baby room, with my son now at school. My daughter remains at the nursery, and the staff are always so caring, supportive, friendly and always have the best interests of the children at heart. My daughter suffers
from hearing loss in one ear and has a hearing aid. The staff have been so amazing and supportive with my daughter, and so adaptive to her needs.
They do great activities and prepare children for school. The nursery also celebrate the cultures of the children within the nursery and around the world which is great. The nursery uses an app which is really good throughout the day, to see how your children are doing especially when a bit smaller.

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Review from A D (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is 3 and has attended here since 11 months old. She has gotten on well with all the staff in each room as she has progressed. She missed a fair bit of time due to lockdown as did many others but nursery handled it all really well and kept all the parents informed at every step and the weekly
social media story time was a definite winner in our house.


The pricing is very reasonable in comparison to other nurseries in the area. The children are clearly well entertained all day long and my daughter is always worn out when she gets home.


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Review from Candice H (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been at this nursery for the last year. He has absolutely flourished in that time because of the dedication of the staff. They are all very encouraging and he is always surprising us with new things he has clearly learned at nursery - just this week he has read every number in a book
at home correctly from 1 to 10 at 23 months old, we couldn't believe it! He has a fantastic bond with the staff and will happily run into the nursery with a wave and a smile. The rooms have lovely and interesting resources which he loves to explore and we get frequent updates throughout the day on the parent app including pictures of him enjoying himself. The nursery has also been really good at accommodating all his needs, he has food allergies and has to have medication at nursery and I never have any worries about that as they are completely on top of it. They always go over and above our expectations and I recommend them to everyone.

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Review from Nicola M (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has attended this nursery for the last four years, and we have been so happy with his care there. It is an outstanding nursery where staff are dedicated, friendly and supportive on all levels. The care, attention and learning experience he has had there has been exceptional.
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varied including stretch and grow, yoga and swimming as well as lots of creative activities. Staff went above and beyond during lockdown organising a private Facebook group where games, activities and daily story readings were uploaded and a weekly Zoom call for all children. The arrangements for returning were exceptionally well planned and communicated with clear empathy for the change children have been through. As a parent, it has been invaluable to have a place where I know my child is so well looked after, and I would strongly recommend this nursery to others.

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Review from Zoe H (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has attended this nursery since he was about six months old and is now sadly about to leave to start school in September. Our experience throughout his time at the nursery has been exceptional. The staff clearly care about the children and, despite the inevitable wobbles, our son has really
enjoyed his time there. His favourite activity has to be "Stretch and Grow". Other activities include swimming and tennis with coaches from the gym nearby as well as language classes. We have also benefited from the convenience - everything is provided and all you really need to take in on a regular basis is a change of clothes - and support with weaning and toilet training. Their response to the recent pandemic has also been outstanding. They set up a Facebook group, with regular posts, including stories from key members of staff, and held zoom meetings with the children to keep in touch. We also really appreciated them hosting our son's birthday on the children's' return to nursery after lockdown.

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Review from Jason R (Father of Child) published on 30 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A delightful, warm nursery. Despite the best efforts of the staff to keep in contact and produce online content during their COVID-19 closure, there was no substitute for being there in person. Our little one has been overjoyed to return to his friends, the staff and their many activities. Would recommend
to everyone.

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Review from Neil J (Father of Child) published on 30 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter loves the staff at this nursery. We’re demanding parents (slightly ashamed to say), our daughter went to an outstanding nursery before this and hand on heart I can say that they are outstanding at this nursery too. They are more than happy to spend time discussing issues and parenting concerns,
often working with you to resolve undesirable behavioural issues, offering great guidance whenever asked on any aspect of childcare and parenting advice which is invaluable if, like us first-time parents with haha an intelligent kid; that often runs rings around us.
This team provide outstanding education and care, having helped develop our daughter over the past year. Greeting our daughter at the end of a long day spent with this team makes the pain of leaving her there in the morning worthwhile. She is delighted to tell you about what she’s done and the fun she’s had. She’s so bubbly and bright in dementor that you can’t help forget work and enjoy the precious time. Amazingly beneficial.

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Review from Holly K (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team at this nursery have been fantastic during the lockdown period. The managers and many of the members of staff (despite some of them being furloughed) have provided a weekly zoom call to stay in touch with the children. It was fantastic for my son to keep in touch to see his friends (his age)
and his friends (staff!) so that the return to nursery was not too daunting. The extra steps which have had to be put in place seemed a little strange on day one but the team have done everything possible to make it as normal as possible for the children. We loved the video of how the new arrival system works and how the rooms are set up so we could show it to our son so he knew what to expect on the first day. He has loved his first week back which has made it easier for us. Would definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from Lyndsey Slessor, Manager at My Ohana York Nursery

Thank you, Holly, for the kind words. It has been lovely to have all our families back at nursery. The zoom calls were so much fun, but it never replaces having the children in our care. He is so happy to back with all his friends and you can genuinely tell how much he has missed everyone.
Looking forward to having you all on the journey for the rest of 2020.


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Review from Becie D (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy started back at the nursery (originally started in February) on Monday and I could not be happier with how well the nursery have managed the 'new normal.' They are organised and efficient and do their absolute best to make sure handover is smooth and supportive for parents and children.
The rooms are beautifully resourced and the team are knowledgable and caring. My little boy loves it! I am so pleased we chose this setting as the place to help us nurture our little boy.

Reply from Lyndsey Slessor, Manager at My Ohana York Nursery

Thank you, Becie, for the kind words. It has been a pleasure to have all our families back. The new normal has been an adjustment and all our families have managed this so well. We look forward to having you all on our journey through the rest of 2020.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.901)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.901) out of 10 for My Ohana York Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 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 4.901 for My Ohana York Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (119 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 131 Ratings = 4.901

  • 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 My Ohana York Nursery is based on 11 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 55 number of registered child places is 11, which has been reached with 11 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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Millies Mark accreditation

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Date: Sunday 08 Sep 2024 More details

Ofsted

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Date: Wednesday 28 Nov 2018 More details

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Meet the Team (24)

Lyndsey

Lyndsey

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2012

I have been working with children from birth up to 11 years old for the last 22years.
I have a BTEC National Diploma in Childcare and I completed my BA HONS Educational Leadership - Children's Workforce (level six).
I also have my Accredited training certificate in Special Educational Needs Co-ordination.
Before joining Tinies Nursery I previously managed a pre-school and wrap around care club for six and a half years.
Since joining the Tinies Nursery at David Lloyd Leisure in York I have come to realize the huge impact of sports on Early Education. We offer swimming and tennis lessons to all of our pre-school children and this has hugely helped their co-ordination and concentration skills.


Yvonne

Yvonne

Job Title: Nursery Pracititoner

Joined: 2016

Yvonne is currently working towards her level three in childcare. Yvonne works in our pre-school and loves to get involved in sports.


Ellie

Ellie

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2013

I have worked in childcare for 10 years. I joined My Ohana in 2014 whilst studying my level 3.
I am currently the room leader of Bluebells, and the third in charge of nursery.
I hold a level 5 qualification and I am SENCO trained.
Working in childcare is really rewarding. I enjoy seeing the children meet their developmental goals.
In my spare time I like to spend time with friends and family.


Jade

Jade

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2014

Jade has completed her level 5 in Childcare, Jade is the Sunflowers room leader.


Holli

Holli

Job Title: Room Leader

Joined: 2016

Hi I'm Holli, the room leader of our Buttercups, our 1-2 year old room! I hold a level 5 diploma in leadership and management and have been in childcare for the last 10 years. I enjoy all aspects of my job and love watching the children develop into their own characters & experiencing new things.


Liz

Liz

Job Title: Senior Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2017

Liz is the Senior Practitioner in the Bluebells room working alongside Ellie and her team.
Liz completed her BA Hons in 2022


Faye

Faye

Job Title: Deputy Room Leader

Joined: 2019

Hi, my name is Faye, I am level 3 qualified and started working at My Ohana in 2019 in Sunflowers, our Preschool room. I am the deputy room leader. I have always wanted to work with children and enjoy watching them constantly grow and learn. At the weekend I enjoy spending time with my friends and family.


In my spare time, I spend lots of time with my daughter and my cockapoo.


Amy

Amy

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2023

I have worked with the company for two years. I am the nursery designated SENCO and I work in a variety of different rooms. I lead the Wellcomm screening for the nursery.


Karen

Karen

Job Title: Room Leader Poppies

Joined: 2022

I am the room leader for the Poppies room and I am the lead on the nursery food and menu reviews.
I am level three qualified and I have completed flick training and exemplary practice in caring for babies.
I joined My Ohana in November 2022 but I have worked in two previous settings.
I started my nursery training when I was 16.


I enjoy travelling to Turkey with friends and family for holidays.


I love spending time with my nieces and nephews and godchildren.


Kiera

Kiera

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2022

I have been at My Ohana for the last 3 years, which I started as an apprentice doing my Level 3 which I have now completed and qualified in. I'm in our Buttercups room, which is our 1-2 years old. I enjoy working with children as I can help them reach their milestones in early life and experiencing the world around them. In my spare time I enjoy going to watch Rugby!!


Lesley-Anne

Lesley-Anne

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

Lucy

Lucy

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Joined: 2023

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Eva

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Joined: 2023

Claire

Claire

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Joined: 2024

Teniel

Teniel

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

I work as a practitioner in the Sunflowers room. I am Level 3 qualified and have first aid training. I have worked in early years since 2020 and with My Ohana since 2023.
I live with my wife and my two children. , our 7 year old daughter and our two year old son.
Whenever I get a moment to myself I love watching american football and rugby. I also sing with a local male voice choir.


Edwina

Edwina

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

I am a level two practitioner in the buttercups room.
I enjoy working in childcare as I like watching the children grow and develop.


I love running and participating in races from 5k to marathon distance. I also enjoy reading.


Kamile

Kamile

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2023

Catie

Catie

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2024

Level 3 qualified poppies team member
I worked in hospitality for 5 years before coming into childcare, and joining My Ohana to fulfil my childcare dream


My favourite thing about working in childcare is Seeing them become their own characters and hitting all their milestones.


Alisha

Alisha

Job Title: Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Leigh

Leigh

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Joined: 2024

Katelynn

Katelynn C

Job Title: Nursery Apprentice

Joined: 2024

Bethany

Bethany E

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2024

Zita

Zita S

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Joined: 2024

Katie

Katie P

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Joined: 2024

Currently based in the Buttercups room


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