Walmgate Day Nursery

34 Walmgate, York YO1 9TJ
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9.6 8 Reviews
  • Walmgate Day Nursery, York
Walmgate Day Nursery in York, registered for 42 children, consciously chooses to maintain enrolment below this capacity. This strategic decision ensures each child enjoys ample space and dedicated attention, fostering both fun and development.

The intimate size of the nursery allows the staff to build strong, personal relationships with all children and their parents, ensuring each child receives the individualised care they deserve.

The experienced staff, well-versed in child development, create playtime experiences designed to fuel curiosity and expand abilities, laying a solid foundation for future learning as the children approach school age. Embodying the motto, "where adventures begin...", Walmgate Day Nursery invites prospective families to visit and discover first hand the enriching adventures that await their children.

The nursery is open all year, 8:00am to 6:00pm, with two sessions, 8:00am to 1:00pm and 1:00pm to 6:00pm. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are served each day.

There is a small outside play area and the children are often taken out for walks and visits to the park and library.

Rooms are split between Babies, twos and Pre-school and children are moved up when they are physically and emotionally ready rather than just based upon their age.

The learning environment is generally child lead to ensure your child's interest is maintained at all times.

Activities range from play time, songs, dance, messy play, drawing, painting, junk modelling, cooking and much more.

Walmgate Day Nursery (URN 269715) has an Ofsted 'Good' in all areas, last inspection 7 February 2024.

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Care Provided by Walmgate Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Walmgate Day Nursery
  • Person in charge
  • Lucy Furness (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 10
  • Total Places for Children
  • 42
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 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
  • Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Walmgate Day Nursery

  • £63.50 per day, £35.00 per half day

  • All funded hours are free, no additional charges.
  • Parking

  • There is short stay parking behind the nursery, excellent for drop off and pick up.


Walmgate Day Nursery Reviews (8)

9.6

Walmgate Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.636) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Walmgate Day Nursery has 8 reviews.

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Review from Karina M (Mother of Child) published on 11 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has just started this nursery this September and I am very pleased with the up-to-date detailed feedback given at handover and the parent app! You can also tell every staff member there is loving and nurturing. Very trustworthy nursery and also help support your child's development with a variety
of activities, even safe walks through the city and surrounding parks which is amazing in my opinion! If you are stuck on choice honestly hands down recommend this nursery.

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thank you so much for this lovely review, we aim to maintain this standard and support you and your child going forward.


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Review from Emily D (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am so lucky to have found this nursery. My two daughters have been attending for over a year and absolutely love going. As a parent, you want your children to be safe, engaged, appreciated and understood, and I have absolute faith that every single member of staff achieves all of the above. The main
thing I love is the team feeling you get there. There is a really positive culture there amongst the staff, and they seem to have all developed strong and meaningful relationships with all the children despite being based in particular rooms.

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thank you so much for this wonderful review; we aim to have an environment where children are nurtured and enjoy the space to grow in, so glad your children have found that.


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Review from Nicola G (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 4-year-old has been attending here for 18 months now, she absolutely loves it and has made some wonderful connections with other children and adores the staff (in particular she talks about the staff a lot).
When I collect her we get a handover of what she's done and what she's eaten. Food has always
been a struggle but since coming to nursery she's more inclined to try new foods.
The nursery really helped us with potty training too as our girl was fearful of using the toilet.
She's now getting ready to move on to primary school but our youngest will be starting at Walmgate in September.
They really encourage the children and do activities with them and go on a little day trips out into York to see the trains and museum gardens.
Thank you to all of the staff.

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thanks for the wonderful review, it is a great encouragement to be part of a child's development and to see that they are having fun.


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Review from Jane M (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are so friendly and they help with any problems you may have. They look after all of the children so well. I can't wait for my son to start. The staff are so great. I would recommend the nursery to my friends.

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thanks for the review, great to see them grow and develop, we are glad to be a part of this. Looking forward to getting a new start in September.


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Review from John L (Father of Child) published on 9 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing nursery with great staff, my little boy absolutely loves it. It has brought him on so much they love all his key workers and they always come to me if they have any concerns, they always try him with new stuff and always end up having new food, which is very good.

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thanks for this wonderful review; rest assured that we plan to maintain the standards and improve them where we can. Thanks again.


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Review from C W (Father of Child) published on 9 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery. Our little boy has come along so much since starting there over a year ago and is ready to move up to the next age group. The staff are all really helpful and all know our son by name, and he nearly knows all of theirs now. Never had any problems whatsoever with anything such as funding
queries, through to behaviours. Very knowledgeable on all fronts and would highly recommend the nursery to anyone. It is comfortably his favourite time of the week!

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thanks for this lovely review, it is so encouraging to know that the nursery is making a difference.


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Review from Fatimah J (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been a customer since 2018, my kids love their times in Walmgate Day Nursery! The staff are caring, kind and fantastic. All concerns addressed as appropriate. The nursery provided a lot of interesting and stimulating activities for the kids. Walking into town, picnicking in the museum garden
and visiting the library has always been the highlight of their day. Thank you Walmgate Day Nursery for playing such a special role in the children's lives, we will be incredibly sad as my youngest leaves next September!

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thanks for your review, this is very encouraging for all the staff at the nursery. We aim to keep up this high standard.


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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves going to nursery and the staff are lovely and caring. When I pick her up at the end of the day, they give me a detailed report of how the day went (e.g. activities, food intake, engagement in activities communication/language) and may also give suggestions on things to work on at home.
For example, my child is 2 and I never heard her saying 'please' but a member of staff told me she was saying it in the nursery. The member of staff told me how to prompt my daughter to say 'please' as she had a particular way of encouraging her to say it and we've been practising at home. I really appreciate their hard work in caring for and teaching our little ones.

Reply from Thomas Mathie, Director at Walmgate Day Nursery

Thank you for this review. Everyone at the nursery will be pleased to hear your feedback. We will also ensure that we look into areas for improvement. We make sure that the children are taken out often to ensure they get plenty of outdoor time. Thanks again!


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.636)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.636) out of 10 for Walmgate Day 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 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 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 4.884 for Walmgate Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (85 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 95 Ratings = 4.884

  • 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 4.752 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Walmgate Day Nursery is based on 8 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 = 3.8

    • 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 42 number of registered child places is 8.4. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 8.4 = 0.952

  • 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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Meet the Team (3)

Lucy

Lucy Furness

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2014

My name is Lucy and I’m the manager of Walmgate Day Nursery. I have worked here for many years and hold an Early Childhood studies degree. I love working at Walmgate as I started here as a Nursery practitioner and worked my way up to being a manager. I have worked in all three rooms across all age ranges. Every day is different and exciting, I love watching how the children develop from when they first start with us to when they leave to go to school. Being a small Nursery it is great as I get to develop a really good relationship with the children, parents and the staff. I love hearing the sound of laughter and children having fun as soon as we open our doors!


Clara Carmela Aida

Clara Carmela Aida Barbarino

Job Title: Pre-School Room Leader

Joined: 2022

I enjoy being a Room Leader at Walmgate Nursery, in the Pre-School.


I am responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the Room, as well as creating a stimulating and positive learning environment for all the young children.


I make sure that all the children in the preschool are happy and are continuously learning. Each day I prepare a new lesson. I cultivate a positive relationship with the children’s parents, sorting out any problems. I frequently supervise staff, providing training and assisting in organising their daily tasks.


My Qualifications,


Bachelor, First Class, Social Work.
Degree, Second class, Sociology.
Diploma, Community Assistant.
Childhood Childcare Assistant.
Diploma Kindergarten Teacher.
Teaching Assistant level 2 and 3.
Nursery Management level 4.
Teaching higher level 5.
EYFS level 3.


Paulette

Paulette Okotete

Job Title: Room Leader Two's

Joined: 2022

I am Paulette Okotete and hold qualifications in BTEC Level 3 Childcare and Education, Master's Degree, Childhood Studies and PGCE, Early Years.


At Walmgate Nursery, we provide a happy safe and caring environment for all children that enhances their development through play and education.


Also, engage children in a manner that promotes positive behaviour which contributes to healthier relationships and social interactions both in and out of the nursery.


Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility that we adhere to, ensuring that children are being provided with effective and safe care at all time".


Frequently Asked Questions about Walmgate Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Walmgate Day Nursery accepts?

Walmgate Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Walmgate Day Nursery Open?

Walmgate Day Nursery is open: 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.

How many Children does Walmgate Day Nursery have capacity for?

Walmgate Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 42 Children.

How far is Walmgate Day Nursery to the centre of York?

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

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