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Appletrees Day Nursery # Appletrees Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · Woodlands, Green Lane, RIPON, HG4 3LR · North Yorkshire Number of places 28 places Age range Not Listed Last inspected Mar 2023 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 Appletrees Day Nursery, located in a rural setting in Ripon, provides a homely environment where children thrive following a "Good" Ofsted rating. The nursery offers a curriculum designed to prepare children for school, supported by a dedicated transition manager and strong links with local schools. Staff at Appletrees Day Nursery create a nurturing and inviting atmosphere, fostering confidence and resilience through praise and respectful interactions. Children are encouraged to take ownership of their play, with staff extending their interests through engaging activities like trips to the post office or visits from a fire engine. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, boasting well-resourced play spaces including a mud kitchen and wet-play area, enabling children to interact with the natural world. Indoors, age-appropriate activities and routines allow children to make choices in their learning. The "garden room" acts as a central point, offering free-flow access for children to explore various opportunities throughout the day. The nursery ensures all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, make good progress. The experienced manager’s clear vision, rooted in kindness and respect, guides the well-established and supportive staff team in creating a happy and stimulating setting where children learn about different cultures and engage in teamwork and cooperation. Our ethos Appletrees Day Nursery's philosophy is rooted in kindness and respect, aiming to create a happy and stimulating setting. They foster confidence and resilience, encourage children to take ownership of their play, and emphasise outdoor learning and interaction with the natural world. Their approach supports children in making choices in their learning and encourages teamwork and cooperation. What it's like Children enjoy a homely setting and develop good bonds with staff and other children. They are encouraged to take ownership of their play, with staff using children's interests to extend their knowledge and skills, which helps them to learn about people in the community. Children have free-flow access to play inside, outside, and in the "garden room". Homely rural setting Strong outdoor play Curriculum for school readiness Good progress for all Experienced leadership Nurturing environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Appletrees Day Nursery Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10262962 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50213554)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY382392) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=appletrees-day-nursery-hg4-3lr-ey382392) ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Appletrees Day Nursery Last inspected 7 March 2023 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 enjoy a homely setting and develop good bonds with staff and other children. They are encouraged to take ownership of their play, with staff using children's interests to extend their knowledge and skills, which helps them to learn about people in the community. Children have free-flow access to play inside, outside, and in the "garden room". Inspector highlights - Children have freedom to choose their own interests from an array of resources, which helps them make connections and develop literacy skills. - Staff introduce new vocabulary and engage in meaningful play, helping children develop confidence in speaking and curiosity about the world. - Mealtimes offer children opportunities to connect with key workers, strengthen relationships, and develop a sense of responsibility by serving themselves. - The experienced manager has a clear vision for the nursery, valuing kindness and respect, leading to good progress across the curriculum. - Children's well-being is high; they are keen and motivated to learn through play, demonstrating high levels of engagement, teamwork, and cooperation. Areas to develop - 1 create further opportunities for children to talk with each other as well as with adults - 2 plan adult-led activities more precisely, in order to maximise the impact on all children's development - 3 extend opportunities for older children to develop their independence, such as at mealtimes. Inspection #10262962 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50213554) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents feel that communication is excellent. They praise the kind and caring staff and feel that their children develop well. They say that staff are very accommodating and caring, which helps even the most anxious of children settle in quickly. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff have high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. All children make good progress. Outdoor space Staff have made wonderful links to the outdoors through well-resourced and exciting outdoor play spaces. Children enjoy playing in a mud kitchen, wet-play area and sandpit, which help them to observe and interact with the natural world around them. Children have the choice to play inside, outside and in the 'garden room', which is at the heart of the nursery and allows free-flow access. Inspection history Date: November 2009 - March 2023 Good - April 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - November 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Appletrees Day Nursery ### Is Appletrees Day Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Appletrees Day Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Appletrees Day Nursery cost? ### Does Appletrees Day Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Appletrees Day Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Appletrees Day Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Appletrees Day Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Appletrees Day Nursery accept? ### Does Appletrees Day Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Appletrees Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Appletrees Day Nursery? ### How do I contact Appletrees Day Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in RIPON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Appletrees Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Happylands Nursery/Playgroup Ripon · HG4 1TG ](/nursery/happylands-nursery-playgroup-hg4-1tg-ey493426) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 2.1 mi ### Stepping Stones Ripon · HG4 2AJ ](/nursery/stepping-stones-hg4-2aj-ey221441) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 2.2 mi ### Little Pippins Montessori Nursery Ripon · HG4 5AJ ](/nursery/little-pippins-montessori-nursery-hg4-5aj-2790971) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Busy Bees at Ripon Ripon · HG4 2RN 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/kindercare-hg4-2rn-ey300452) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Yellow Ribbon Pre School Ripon · HG4 2RD ](/nursery/yellow-ribbon-pre-school-hg4-2rd-ey361345) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.9 mi ### Happy Little Hedgehogs Day Nursery York · YO51 9FS ](/nursery/happy-little-hedgehogs-day-nursery-yo51-9fs-2697294) [See all nurseries in RIPON →](/search?q=RIPON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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