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Alanbrooke Nursery # Alanbrooke Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2025) · Alanbrook Nursery, Alanbrooke Barracks, Topcliffe, Thirsk, YO7 3EY · North Yorkshire Number of places 95 places Age range 0–3 yrs Last inspected Jan 2025 Local authority North Yorkshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Alanbrooke Nursery, established in 1995 and located in Topcliffe, Thirsk, provides a nurturing environment for children aged 0-3 years. Open Monday 9am-5pm, Tuesday-Thursday 8am-5pm, and Friday 8am-3pm, the mixed term-time setting was rated as 'Good' by Ofsted at its latest inspection on 16/01/2025. The nursery effectively plans its curriculum, enabling children to acquire important skills and make independent choices, preparing them well for their next stage in learning and eventual move to school. Children are happy and independent learners, exhibiting good concentration and skilfully using thinking skills. Staff are proactive in identifying and addressing developmental gaps through regular assessments and provide strong support for speech and language development, introducing new vocabulary and using repetition to help children articulate words correctly. The nursery also fosters independence, with staff encouraging children to manage their own care needs and promoting good hygiene practices. Children benefit from a rich outdoor learning experience, participating in yoga sessions and enjoying climbing and exploring the outdoor play areas. The setting ensures a positive and open culture around safeguarding, always prioritising children's interests. What it's like Children are happy and independent learners, exhibiting good concentration and skilfully using thinking skills. Staff plan the curriculum effectively, enabling children to acquire important skills and make independent choices, preparing them well for their next stage in learning and eventual move to school. Children grow in independence and develop good hygiene practices, with staff acting as good role models, encouraging sharing, turn-taking, and listening. Happy, independent learners Effective curriculum planning Strong SEND support Good physical skills Speech and language development ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Mon-Thu: 08:00 - 17:00, Fri: 08:00 - 15:00 Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year Mixed Session types Full Day Staff 14 Members Established 1995 Waitlist waiting list Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Alanbrooke Nursery Last inspected 16 January 2025 · Kerry Holder Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are happy and independent learners, exhibiting good concentration and skilfully using thinking skills. Staff plan the curriculum effectively, enabling children to acquire important skills and make independent choices, preparing them well for their next stage in learning and eventual move to school. Children grow in independence and develop good hygiene practices, with staff acting as good role models, encouraging sharing, turn-taking, and listening. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and independent learners, exhibiting good concentration. - Staff plan the curriculum effectively to enable children to acquire important skills. - Children grow in independence, and staff encourage them to manage their own care needs. - Staff support children's speech and language development effectively. - Children develop good physical skills, taking part in yoga sessions and thoroughly enjoying climbing and exploring the outdoor play areas. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen partnerships with other settings where care is shared to exchange important information to ensure consistency in children's learning and development - 2 plan activities more precisely to ensure that all children, in particular younger children, fully engage and benefit from the learning opportunities - 3 develop the process for gathering information from parents about their children's starting points in development to use as a foundation for children's learning. Inspection #10372091 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50269241) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Alanbrooke Nursery Inspection date Jan 2025 Inspection no. 10372091 Lead inspector Kerry Holder Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50269241)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/400066) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Contact Nursery Alanbrook Nursery, Alanbrooke Barracks, Topcliffe, Thirsk, YO7 3EY Opening hours Monday from 9am until 5pm, on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8am until 5pm, and on Friday from 8am until 3pm. 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Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff complete regular assessments of children's learning, which helps them to swiftly identify gaps in development and seek professional help to enable children to catch up quickly. Staff support children's speech and language development effectively. They engage children in regular conversation throughout the day to extend and build on their communication skills. Staff introduce new words such as 'stomp' as children play with dinosaurs. They speak clearly and uses repetition of language to help children to say words correctly. Outdoor space Children learn to put on their own coats and shoes for outdoor play. Children develop good physical skills. For instance, they take part in yoga sessions and thoroughly enjoy climbing and exploring the outdoor play areas. Inspection history Date: February 2010 - January 2025 Good - April 2019 Good - November 2018 Inadequate - March 2015 Good - February 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Alanbrooke Nursery ### What is Alanbrooke Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### Does Alanbrooke Nursery accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for Alanbrooke Nursery? ### What age range does Alanbrooke Nursery cater for? ### Does Alanbrooke Nursery provide support for children with special educational needs or disabilities? ### When was Alanbrooke Nursery established? ### What kind of outdoor experiences do children have at Alanbrooke Nursery? ### Are children at Alanbrooke Nursery encouraged to be independent? ### How can I contact Alanbrooke Nursery? ## About the setting Alanbrooke Nursery registered in 1995 and is situated within Alanbrooke Barracks in Thirsk. The nursery employs six members of childcare staff, five of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and above, including one who holds early years professional status. The nursery operates for 45 weeks a year, closing when the regiment closes down on block leave, and provides government funded childcare. URN 400066 Registered person Alanbrooke Nursery Committee Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in Topcliffe, Thirsk Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Alanbrooke Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club Thirsk · YO7 4NJ ](/nursery/the-learning-tree-nursery-kids-club-yo7-4nj-400124) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### First Steps Day Nursery & Big Steps Out Of School Club Thirsk · YO7 4NF ](/nursery/first-steps-day-nursery-big-steps-out-of-school-club-yo7-4nf-ey337006) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.1 mi ### Lara Nursery Thirsk Thirsk · YO7 1TS ](/nursery/lara-nursery-thirsk-yo7-1ts-2813098) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Ash Park Childcare Services Thirsk · YO7 1UN ](/nursery/ash-park-childcare-services-ltd-yo7-1un-2807931) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 3.4 mi ### Jack and Jills Nursery School Thirsk · YO7 3NY ](/nursery/jack-and-jills-nursery-school-yo7-3ny-ey338395) [See all nurseries in Topcliffe, Thirsk →](/search?q=Topcliffe%2C+Thirsk) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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