Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard

7 Minster Yard, York YO1 7JD
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9.5 75 Reviews
  • Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard, York
Located in the heart of York, Little Green Rascals Minster Yard is committed to eco-conscious practices, proudly holding the distinction of being the first Little Green Rascals city nursery. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.

The nursery offers the perfect setting for exciting adventures and explorations. Regular outings expose little ones to the wonders of the magnificent city - whether it's delving into history at one of the museums, savouring a sweet treat at Bettys, or feeding squirrels in the Museum Gardens, the children are always out and about, regardless of the weather.

Embracing the beauty of nature, the nursery practices Forest School in Minster Gardens. In addition, a range of optional extra-curricular activities are on offer, to enrich children's experiences. From science classes and yoga to drama, French and Spanish lessons and various sports classes, the aim is to provide a diverse array of opportunities for children’s growth and development.

The nursery spans across two buildings, each with two floors dedicated to different age groups. The four rooms within these buildings feature dedicated areas for messy play, soft play, small world exploration and reading, along with separate spaces for peaceful sleep. The private garden further enhances the learning environment, boasting a mud kitchen and a lush lawn area.

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Care Provided by Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Suz Hudson (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 45
  • Total Places for Children
  • 116
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard

  • Full Day Session £85.60

  • A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place (£0 for siblings). Exact days of attendance should
    be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.
  • Parking

  • Due to the city centre location, there is no parking at this setting. There is an access road for drop off and collection only but this is at the drivers own risk. It is recommended that Monk Bar Car Park (Sat Nav Postcode YO31 7QR) is used, followed by a short walk through Monk Bar to the Nursery.


Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard Reviews (75)

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9.5

Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.508) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard has 75 reviews.

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Review from P B (Mother of Child) published on 17 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our baby joined the Wiggly Worms group at Little Green Rascals Organic Day Nursery two months ago and has loved it from day one. There are so many activities for them to choose from - ours is particularly fond of the sand pit and water play. In this short time, they’ve also been on a few adventures
to local parks. The staff here are brilliant - both kind, welcoming, patient, understanding and helpful to parents and children alike. They’ve dealt with our baby's allergies really well and made us feel reassured that she’s in safe hands. Would absolutely recommend this nursery.

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Review from Susan B (Grandmother of Child) published on 17 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I’ve been involved with several nurseries over the years, as a mother then a granny. This one has impressed me more than any. The staff are sensitive, imaginative, attentive and truly caring. The facilities are good and well-used. The children love the food, the company, and the good balance between
a reliable routine and a frankly astonishing range of activities. They learn so much here, and I have genuine faith in the staff.

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Review from Debbie M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot thank the guys enough at Little Green Rascals 7 Minster Yard. They look after my little girl two days a week and the excitement my daughter has when arriving at the nursery, running in for breakfast, blowing kisses and waving at everyone shows just how much she enjoys it there. The updates
we receive are fantastic; we get to see what the room gets up to on a weekly basis and the development I see in my little girl is wonderful. Nothing is too much trouble; my daughter has allergies and the care and attention that is taken is superb. All the team are super friendly and there is no other nursery I would even think about recommending. Little Green Rascals all the way. Thank you all so much.

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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little Green Rascal is the best nursery in York. They provide so much support and care to families and children under their care.


We’ll be so sad to say goodbyes when my little one leaves for school this August. We’ll miss being there.


I cannot thank enough for all their supports


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Review from Jade B (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Day to day I find Little Green Rascals to be excellent. They are open and quick with communication on the seldom occasion we haven’t ironed things out. I get lovely updates, the food and facilities are excellent (food and outdoor space I was particularly concerned about, being a veggie family with a
small garden at home) and the library is stocked with gentle parenting books, which makes me feel safe knowing my daughter is cared for in the manner I would care for her at home.


I was so scared to go back to work but I don’t worry about her there at all, in fact, I’m trying to get her in another day, I’m too anxious to send her elsewhere or hire a childminder when we visited other nurseries I worried a lot, but seeing the children there with the staff at Little Green Rascals makes me really happy.


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Review from Emilie B (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are fantastic, they look after our son amazingly.
He loves going and seeing everyone there.
I never worry about him at nursery and I always thought I would and this is purely down to the confidence we have in the staff that care for him.
Nothing is too much for them
He has been progressing
so well educationally wise and his speech is amazing for his age. He is even able to Makaton and I find this incredible for his age and he gets so much stimulation from nursery. They offer more than we could at home.
Wouldn’t choose another nursery

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Review from Jacqueline T (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to this nursery since he was six months old and has been getting on great there. He seems to develop better when he goes to nursery a couple of afternoons a week, and his main carer seems to have a special bond with him. They’ve been really good with his allergies too, and he’s
not had any allergic reactions in the five months he has been attending nursery.

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Review from M N (Mother of Child) published on 1 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Little Green Rascals goes beyond expectations in terms of childcare and development support. The staff is well trained and genuinely careful. The food is balanced, looks delicious and they inform parents, through the app Famly, the next day menu. By the way, it’s wonderful to have all information
in the app during the day. Facilities and location are a plus.

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Review from R F (Father of Child) published on 27 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has attended the nursery for just under three months now and she seems to have such a wonderful time when she is there.


The environment itself is fantastic, with plenty of indoor and outdoor space for her to play and learn. In addition to this, its location in the centre of town makes day

trips very accessible for the children.


The meals provided to our child are healthy and interesting, which is important to us.


Overall, we are very happy with the care provided at the Nursery.


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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Friendly staff
Good communication
Great facilities
I have never felt nervous leaving my little one there
My little one is so happy there she walks in without saying bye! And doesn't want to leave when I come to pick her up!

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Review from K F (Mother of Child) published on 2 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff are so friendly and amazing with our baby. I feel fully confident dropping him off there knowing he’s getting fed well (organic home made food) and getting well looked after. The Famly app used is great too to be kept updated on what he’s doing. We love receiving photos of him throughout
the day. Have already recommended this nursery to friends.

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Review from Sofia W (Stepmother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Throughout my step-son’s time at Little Green Rascals, he has grown, developed and learnt in so many different ways. His confidence and personality have blossomed through his group play with so many lovely children, music, dancing, nurture and creativity. I trust that every time I drop him off or collect
him from the nursery, he has been met with care and compassion, and will be loved, delighted and guided throughout the day. Any concerns have been met with understanding, and their approach to discipline/coaching children is gentle and effective. The nursery values spending time outside, and will always have the children playing in the guidance wherever possible. The children take part in so many different activities such as Spanish, library visits and seasonal activities. The nursery respects all different cultures and has celebrated Chinese New Year and Eid. The manager of the nursery is phenomenal. I would recommend Little Green Rascals to anyone.

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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Little Green Rascals - Minster Yard since she was seven months old. She is now nearly two and a half and our experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The level of care is outstanding and the opportunities/experiences she's been given are just brilliant. As a parent, I feel
like the nursery communicates well and I can highly recommend this setting.

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Review from I S (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been so impressed with Little Green Rascals from our very first look around to each time I pick up and drop off my little girl. The team are so dedicated and I feel like her key worker takes a genuine interest in my child’s development. The nursery itself is absolutely beautiful with so many
imaginative play areas - I’d quite happily spend the day there myself. I’ve also been really impressed with the food, everything is made from scratch on-site and must be delicious as she eats so well there. There are regular activities planned and special things around Christmas, Easter, etc. My little girl is too young to fully appreciate all of the seasonal efforts that is made but as she gets older she’ll find it really special. Communication with the staff at LGR is open and easy and I’m pleased that I get plenty of updates whether it’s photos or messages whenever she’s there. Everything has been very much led by my little girl and her needs and I wouldn’t dream of her going anywhere else.

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Review from Holly E (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little Green Rascals - 7 Minster Yard is a truly fantastic nursery where they really care about the children and offer them all sorts of amazing activities to get involved with. My 2 year old asks me to go there every day!

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Review from Natalie R (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love Little Green Rascals Organic Day Nursery. Our little boy was a ‘lockdown baby’. He really found it hard to settle and adjust to time away when I went back to work. The staff in Wiggly Worms went above and beyond to help him settle.
The Team Leader worked so hard. I really appreciate the time
the team give us at the end of the day to verbally handover about his day and the observation details.
It’s evident they care so much and are just lovely. The nursery itself is in an idyllic location and the team always makes use of this location, planning such well thought activities.
My little boy is 18-months-old and has just transitioned to Little Ladybirds, again the staff have been wonderful. They have made him feel so welcome and as a result, he has settled so well.
We have complete peace of mind when at work that he is being looked after so well, which is priceless!

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Review from Laura J (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started Little Green Rascals at only 3-months-old, and the whole team at Minster Yard have been incredible. Helping and reassuring me on his development. He’s now 9-months, thriving and always had the biggest smile for his key worker. They are a wonderful bunch, friendly, professional and always
go out of their way to help in any way they can.

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Review from F J (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband and I wanted a diverse environment for our son. He is mixed-race, I am Swedish and Gambian and my husband is French and British. We are very happy with the nursery and the environment our son is in. Our son loves the nursery, he started last year in October 2021 on half days and then changed
to three-full days in January 2022. The staff are amazing, my son loves his key person. He also loves the food at nursery too. We will definitely recommend it and thank you.

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Review from R D (Father of Child) published on 22 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the first day our daughter attended Little Green Rascals Organic Day Nursery - 7 Minster Yard we couldn't be happier with the service received. The surroundings are well maintained, rooms and external areas replete with a good balance of toys and learning aids, but by far the best attribute is
the amazing staff team. Every single member of Little Green Rascals Organic Day Nursery - 7 Minster Yard staff I have ever had contact with has gone above and beyond to deliver a flawless service and makes me so glad my daughter is in their care.

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Review from Neil G (Father of Child) published on 22 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are really welcoming, positive and deal with issues really professionally and sensitively. The key workers seem to take a real interest and deliver good feedback on progress as well. The little ladybird's room seems really great at activities.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.508)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.508) out of 10 for Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 21 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 4.603 for Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard is calculated as follows: ( (217 Excellents x 5) + (39 Goods x 4) + (20 Satisfactorys x 3) + (9 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 287 Ratings = 4.603

  • 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 4.905 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Minster Yard is based on 21 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 116 number of registered child places is 23.2. 21 Positive Reviews ÷ 23.2 = 0.905

  • 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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Awards / Recognitions (7)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: The Old Station Nursery Ltd

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Nursery Management Today Awards 2023

Recipient: The Old Station Nursery Ltd

Date: Saturday 25 Nov 2023 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2022

Recipient: The Old Station Nursery Ltd

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

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Suz

Suz Hudson

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hi! I'm Suz, and I'm the Nursery Manager at Minister York.


I love my job. It is such a nice feeling coming to work and enjoying what I do each and every day, and the children that I look after play a big part in that. Since being very young I have always wanted to work with children.


We look forward to welcoming you to the nursery!


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