Testimonials

My daughter has just finished at Kirkgate Childcare to start big school in September and we honestly cannot recommend this little special nursery enough. The care, enrichment and education is outstanding. The staff are so friendly and loved by all the children. She went into nursery with a big smile on her face and came out with an even bigger one! Without a doubt choosing this nursery was one of the best decisions we have made for our daughter. We cannot thank you enough, especially Milly, her Key Person you have given my little girl some very happy memories which I know she will treasure forever!!

My daughter had just left Kirkgate childcare ready to start big school in September! I could not recommend this nursery anymore if I tried. The staff go above and beyond and truly care about every child! Nothing is ever too much trouble. They blend play, adventure and education perfectly! My daughter always came home with a biggest smile on her face and full of stories about what she had been up to that day! A special mention to Lucy who was my daughters key person, you’ve helped her make memories, learn new things and grow into the person she is today! Kirkgate is more than a nursery, it’s a family that I’m so glad we were part of

Our son is leaving in 2 weeks and we couldn't leave without sharing our experience. We moved to Sherburn from Halifax and didn't know the area well. We visited a few nurseries but Kirkgate was hands down our favourite and it hasn't disappointed. He settled in immediately and has really enjoyed going. The nursery offers so much including trips to the allotment, baking classes and loads more. He loves being outside and I think one of the best parts has been the ability to spend loads of time outdoors. The staff are amazing, really child focused and always encouraging. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone thinking of going, thank you to all staff. We will miss you all xx

I honestly don’t think words can express how amazing the Kirkgate family is. Choosing a nursery for my twins who had spent their first 3 years of life with me, was so difficult until I walked through the doors at Kirkgate Childcare. The areas are very cleverly worked out with access to everything your child could want with learning opportunities everywhere. My 2 love to play outside and Kirkgate allow the children to play outside and learn all day if they wish, with it being free flow unlike other nurseries I looked at. It is a very personal choice choosing a nursery and deciding what you want and what is best for your child, but the minute I met the team (the family) at Kirkgate I instantly felt knew the children were going to be loved and happy there and my god they were. We have just said our ‘see you again soon’ to everyone as mine are about to embark up big school and I am so happy and excited for the next chapter knowing they are more than ready for it, thanks to Kirkgate childcare amazing care.

Staff create a welcoming and nurturing environment where children flourish

Lovely nursery with friendly attentive staff. My daughter, with additional medical needs, made firm bonds with staff and was given the highest level of care. would definitely recommend.

An absolutely outstanding nursery. My daughter has been going since she turned two, and she has learnt so much from communication, numbers to making friends and lovely manners! The staff are very kind to the children and teach them to be kind to others. It’s not like any other nursery, they go out on trips to the library, to their allotment, the old people’s home and also to the old girls school and have some fun and frolics with the oldies dancing and singing! My daughter loves it that much I’ve started my little boy there now and can’t wait for him to develop. He has a few allergies too and they have been SO accommodating towards him with these, following all protocol with health and safety so he will be in a very safe environment. Let’s just say if your looking for an excellent nursery this is the one to go for! Dawn and the rest of the staff go above and beyond for your child! X

Both my children have attended kirkgate childcare and I couldn't be happier with our experience. They did a wonderful job preparing my daughter to go off to school, encouraging her to speak out when she's not happy. I was very anxious with my son starting due to him having a life threatening condition, however the staff have gone over and above to ensure his safety and inclusion. I couldn't give this nursery a higher reccomendation.

We cannot recommend Kirkgate Childcare enough, from the staff’s efforts to help settle our daughter when she first started, to the diversity of all the activities and outings offered, and the lovely and kind staff who cannot do enough to ensure the children are happy and learning. Dawn and her team are amazing!

Kirkgate childcare is an amazing nursery. My daughter loves going there. The setting is completely child centred and staff are highly skilled. They genuinely care about each child’s individuality and follow and celebrate their interests. All staff have worked to develop a lovely relationship with my daughter, particularly, her key worker, who she loves! My daughter feels happy and secure at nursery and has lots of fun. As the setting is fairly small, it feels very nurturing, the children get to know each other really well and my daughter has developed some firm friendships. As a parent I am made to feel very welcome and am kept well informed through daily feedback and regularly parent consultations. The early years curriculum is implemented wonderfully through play. My daughter is developing well, her strengths have been identified and encouraged. I am so happy with my choice of childcare.

My son has been going to Kirkgate nursery since it opened and he will be leaving in July. We are so sad to be leaving as it is such a wonderful place! It has a truly child-centred ethos where every child really is valued, nurtured and treated as a unique individual. I am so grateful for everything they have done for him. He has loved everything about going to this nursery and he has absolutely thrived from the gentle, flexible approach and the emphasis on creative free-play. Special mention should also go to the incredibly effective use of nurturing attachments formed between key workers and their children which I cannot praise highly enough. We will remember Kirkgate forever and hold you very dear in our hearts

My son has attended Kirkgate childcare since it opened and I can honestly say that he has loved it. Dawn and the team have gone over and above to make sure my sons time there has been happy and safe and we can’t thank them enough for everything they have done for him. I would recommend Kirkgate childcare to anyone.