Starchild Nurseries Malton

36-38 Market Place, Malton YO17 7LW
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  • Starchild Nurseries Malton, Malton

Care Provided by Starchild Nurseries Malton

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Starchild Nurseries Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Michelle Moffatt (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 15
  • Total Places for Children
  • 50
  • 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 & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Starchild Nurseries Malton

  • £31 for a half day and £55.25 per day.


  • We also accept Early Years funding for 2 year olds (where eligible) and 3/4 year olds as well as accepting 30 hours funding.


  • Parking
  • The Market Place carpark offers free parking year-round.


Starchild Nurseries Malton Reviews (25)

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have two children at Starchild, and it’s genuinely the best nursery care we’ve experienced to date, having moved with work before. The staff are experienced, kind and creative. They have a talented in-house chef who has managed our daughter's allergies expertly.
It’s well-managed, and we’ve never
had an issue in the two years we’ve used the service. Our youngest went from six months and has been cared for so incredibly well that it made us less worried about the early start. Thank you!

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to write these lovely, kind comments; the whole team (especially the chef) will be delighted to read them as I know how fond they are of both girls.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy absolutely loves spending time at Starchild nursery. There is such a varied range of activities - arts and crafts and sensory are his highlight along with singing and dancing and walks in the park. He is 22 months, recites nursery rhymes, and loves to count. The staff have helped him
with his development. He also has his afternoon nap really well. He is settled, and we can see him thrive there. He is always excited to go in on a morning!

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to write these lovely words, I passed them on to the manager this morning, and she couldn't have been happier!
I'm very pleased to read that he is progressing well with ourselves, and we are all excited to grow with him on his journey with us.
See you soon.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fab nursery! We love Starchild. The staff are lovely, and they’re great at accommodating us.
They keep us up to date via the app, so we can see what our little one is up to, including pictures and what they’ve eaten (which I’m always jealous of!).
They have a great selection of food and activities.
They go for walks, and our little one always comes back with new words and skills!
Thank you so much, Starchild. We really appreciate everything you do.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Thank you for your very kind words! I speak on behalf of everyone when I say thank you, and I know we love having little with us though I can't take the credit for our amazing team.
Really pleased to read that the app works well too - it's such a handy piece of software to use.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has come on leaps and bounds with their social skills since joining Starchild. They thoroughly enjoy going to nursery and seem very happy, engaged and willing to take part in the fantastic activities that go on. All of the staff seem to genuinely care about our child, and we look forward to
seeing the observations/photographs from our child’s day. We are really pleased that we chose Starchild; we couldn’t be happier about our child’s development since joining.
Thank you.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

We were all very pleased to read your kind words, and I know for a fact that the team love having your little one with us. We are very fond of him, and I know that everyone is looking forward to seeing him develop with us.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my daughters love going to this nursery. They have loved all of their key workers, and they have encouraged the girls in all areas of progression. I have no issues or hesitations in recommending the nursery to everyone. They are always willing to accommodate where possible. The girls really enjoy
the facilities and the weekly trips out.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review; I'm so pleased to read how your daughters love coming to us, and I speak on behalf of all of the team here when I say we love having them.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was very apprehensive about my firstborn going to nursery, however, Starchild blew all apprehensive out of the water! The staff are very approachable and deal with any concerns or queries quickly, and with no judgment. My little boy loves going to nursery and jumps into their arms. They have a brilliant
activities plan with innovative and development tasks for little ones. No one day is the same. Despite not having any current specific outdoor area, they go for walks and explore the locality, which is excellent.
The reporting and key worker updates are fantastic as you are able to see what your little one has been doing during the day.
My little one's confidence has grown immensely, and I cannot thank Starchild enough.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Hello, thank you for your lovely words, I've made sure the team are all aware of the glowing things you have kindly said.
Watch this space on the garden front - massive plans are underway, and we're all incredibly excited for the next steps in our journey with the little one!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot recommend Starchild Nursery enough. The staff are so lovely, and I feel so confident about leaving my son in their care every Monday. They deal with his allergies really well, which is so reassuring for us. We love the app they use to update us on his day and keep track of his development. Highly
recommend.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

I just want to say thank you for your kind words; I've passed them on to the team, and they are all delighted to hear your comments.
Hopefully, see you soon.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Starchild is a lovely nursery, and we wouldn't think twice about recommending it to others. After visiting a few different settings before deciding on which nursery to send our little boy too, Starchild was the one where we felt the most welcome and at ease, and we both picked up on the lovely, friendly
atmosphere.


All of the staff are lovely and welcoming in the morning, which is great if you have a child that is a little unsure. However, after a few sessions, this soon changed, and now he loves going in the morning. The app is great for keeping up to date throughout the day; I love seeing all the different things he eats, as well as all the different activities he does; the photos are lovely to see.


I am really happy we decided on this nursery, I know that when I am at work, my little boy is in a caring and fun environment, and I don't have to worry. This is all down to the lovely team at Starchild, so thank you all.


Reply from David, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Thank you so much for taking the time to write the above. I'm very pleased to read your son is so settled with us.
I always pass on any feedback to the team, and I know your kind words will be much appreciated by everyone. The app is taking me a bit of getting used to, but I think that's just my age!
I'm very, very lucky to have this team here, and words like yours cement it all together.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have used the nursery since my child was 5-months-old and she is coming up to 2. I was originally planning on moving my little one to the local preschool at age 2, but now I don't want her to leave. The staff are great, always willing to go the extra mile and make my child feel welcome.


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an app that works so well for keeping updated about what your child is up to and how they are developing. This is one of my favourite aspects.


My other favourite part is the fact that they have so many days out with children come rain or shine.


Highly recommended!


Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Hello!
We are absolutely delighted to read your comments. We all find family really handy and convenient, so I'm pleased you do too.
I always tell everyone we are the nursery without walls for getting out and about, so am really pleased your daughter enjoys her days with us.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We travel 30 minutes to get to this nursery. We were tempted to move our daughter closer to home, but she (at the age of only two) shouts 'wahoo nursery' as we get closer and tells all our family about how she's spent the day playing with her key worker. Our daughter loves it. Everything about the nursery
is exceptional.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Hi Joe,
Thank you for taking the time to write this; I've passed your very kind comments on to the manager and the rest of the team here.
Thank you once again!
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is clean, lovely staff, and most importantly, my daughter loves it. You can tell the staff really care, and they keep you posted on how ur child doing, which so lovely and important. I was recommended the nursery and since have friends children joining after I have recommended. Fabulous
nursery!

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Thank you for your kind words! I've passed them on to the team as they are the ones who make us special - I know they'll be delighted!
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had experience with a few nurseries and can say that without doubt, Starchild is the best nursery I have come across. The staff go above and beyond and genuinely care about every single child; their communication is brilliant, and each and everyone is absolutely lovely. I love to see what my
son gets up to every day, from when he has a nappy change to what he eats! He has come on leaps and bounds in just a few months - the difference in his eating and personality is like night and days. He’s a much happier child now at home and eats brilliantly.
I cannot recommend Starchild enough. It’s small enough that you get a really personal experience but big enough to be completely professional.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Well as you say, you've tried the rest and now you're with... the best (in our opinion).
I have an absolutely wonderful team here, and I'm so proud of each and every one of them for all that that they do here!
Thank you for taking the time to write this.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am blown away by this nursery. I was so nervous to send my child to a setting due to him being quite a clingy child, however, the love and passion the girls have been so reassuring, my child has gained so much confidence with new people within 8+ days. I am kept up to date with how his day is going,
which is refreshing and has definitely eased my anxiety with him. There is always lots for him to do, and he is eating meals we would never have thought to try with him. I’m so happy I chose this nursery.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

I'm pleased to read we've made such an impact on you and your son. We're always changing the menu so who knows what else we can introduce for you!
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is well organised and is efficient with their communication with parents. We are very well informed of our child's day, upcoming events and any issues that may have arisen.
The staff are all very friendly, approachable, and most importantly, our son really likes spending time with all the
staff at Starchild.
We would definitely recommend to other parents.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Thank you for your feedback; I'll make sure to share your kind words with the team!
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can’t fault this nursery, my son has settled in so well, and he started at the beginning of covid. The owner/manager did his utmost to ensure that I had childcare to enable me to work at such an uncertain time.
My son loves going there, and after some tears initially, as he was adjusting to his setting,
the team has ensured he has settled easily.
The food menu he loves and the regular updates online with his daily activities is great.
Would definitely recommend.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Thank you for all your kind words; we're constantly trying to improve all we do, so watch this space, but I'm sure your son will tell you.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been at Starchild in Malton since they opened in 2019. I have experience of three other nurseries in the area and feel confident that this is the best we have used.
The staff are experienced, enthusiastic and caring. Our daughter is super happy there.
The nursery was new when we joined so
it's well maintained and they have great equipment and a lot of activities for the children. They use the local area really well to explore and can often be found having a picnic in local gardens on a hot day.
They have supported with all elements of our child's development, toilet training, feeding, giving up dummy, nap times, being able to recognise her own name etc.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

I'm so pleased to hear you're happy, we love looking after your daughter, and I'm confident she'll continue to grow with us!
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely place and the staff are brilliant.
Very understanding management as well.
Located central Malton, it may not have an outdoor space per-se, but they explore outside the nursery building and interact with 'nature'.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Thank you for your comments; I've passed them to the team. Hope you are well and look forward to seeing you soon.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great staff who clearly care about their role. My child loves going to nursery, and she has developed so much. I especially enjoy logging onto the app and being able to see all the activities my child has been doing throughout the day with her friends. My child also enjoys meals and snacks - a good
variety.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

So pleased to read all that you have said about us, it's always nice to know that our children are developing well and enjoying the day.
Hopefully, see you soon.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Beautiful setting, excellent staff and great communication.
My daughter settled in so well and genuinely enjoys going. She knows her key worker by name, and the effort put into the development of that relationship was just fantastic. We receive two observations a week as well as lots of pictures of
all the fun activities she gets up to. Easy to follow the next steps for us to help encourage too.
After moving to a totally new area with some uncertainty, Starchild has really helped our daughter settle well with the added benefit of being able to interact and play with other children in such a fantastic environment.
Also in this pandemic, they have adhered very closely to all guidelines and still ensuring a nurturing and fun environment for the children who attend.

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

We're all really pleased to read your kind words and know that we've helped you settle into the area. We're very lucky to be in such a lovely part of the world, so we always try to access it as much as we can. As you point out, Covid has made things a bit harder, but we're working with what we can to make every day special for all of our children.
Best wishes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There aren’t enough words to describe Starchild and the staff - my daughter attends this nursery, and she has grown so much during her time there!
The staff are always so helpful, understanding and lovely. They’re there to help you with any queries or problems you may have (for eg starting to potty
train) they’ll work alongside you, and they’re so fantastic.
My daughter loves coming here, it’s a shame that she’s attending primary school (hopefully!) in September... she enjoys every element of the nursery, from storytime to going out on the big red bus!
Don’t look anywhere else for private daycare because Starchild is the place to go!

Reply from David Pierce, Director at Starchild Nurseries Malton

Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review. Your daughter is such a character, and we love having her here - it's great to know that we are preparing her well for the next steps in her life.
See you soon.
Best wishes.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Starchild Nurseries Malton

What is the Age Range of Children that Starchild Nurseries Malton accepts?

Starchild Nurseries Malton accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Starchild Nurseries Malton Open?

Starchild Nurseries Malton 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 Starchild Nurseries Malton have capacity for?

Starchild Nurseries Malton has capacity for a total of 50 Children.

How far is Starchild Nurseries Malton to the centre of Malton?

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