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Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) # Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2021) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Stirling Road, Clifton Moor, York, YO30 4TU · York Number of places 48 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2021 Local authority York About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) offers comprehensive childcare services across multiple locations, including Cottingham, Market Weighton, and Pocklington. Established in 2005, with subsequent openings in Pocklington (2021) and Cottingham (2023), the nursery focuses on providing a high-quality, nurturing, and educational experience for children. They cater to various age groups, offering day nursery, créche, and pre-school services, alongside out-of-school and holiday clubs at their Market Weighton branch. The nursery prides itself on its flexible care options and its commitment to supporting parents through government funding assistance. They provide a range of educational and developmental opportunities, including working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Their dedicated team of qualified professionals ensures a safe and stimulating environment, with continuous training and a strong emphasis on safeguarding and first aid. Blue Sky Day Nursery aims to create a family-like atmosphere where children thrive and grow. What it's like Children are happy and well cared for at the setting. Children's personal, social and emotional development is well supported. Leaders, managers and staff share their ambition for children to be self-confident and ready for the next stage of their learning. Flexible Care Government Funding Assistance Dedicated and Qualified Team Extensive Training Opportunities ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.blueskydaynursery.com/government-funding-assistance) ## Key facts Opening hours Cottingham: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm (early start from 7:00 am). Market Weighton: 7:45 am to 6:15 pm (early start from 7:15 am and 7:30 am). Pocklington: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm (early start from 7:15 am). Not open on bank holidays or between Christmas and New Year. Term time / All Year All Year Established October 2018 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) Inspection date Jul 2021 Inspection no. 10202538 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50168867)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2502396) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.blueskydaynurseryyork.com) Stirling Road, Clifton Moor, York, YO30 4TU [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.09424/53.99409/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near York - [Day nurseries in York](/search?q=York) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=blue-sky-day-nursery-york-yo30-4tu-2502396) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) Last inspected 22 July 2021 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 well cared for at the setting. Children's personal, social and emotional development is well supported. Leaders, managers and staff share their ambition for children to be self-confident and ready for the next stage of their learning. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and well cared for. - Leaders, managers and staff share their ambition for children to be self-confident and ready for the next stage of their learning. - Staff have warm and caring relationships with children. They meet their individual needs well and comfort them when they are upset. - Staff take time to find out children's individual interests and use them to support their learning. - All children access a range of home cooked meals, cooked on site by the nursery cook, catering for all dietary requirements and allergies. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the curriculum for the two-year-olds, to make sure the planned learning experiences build on what children already know and help them to make the best possible progress - 2 improve how staff consistently model words and language to children, giving them time to hear and repeat words to help them communicate more effectively. Inspection #10202538 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50168867) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents and carers share their happiness in how much their child's confidence is growing at nursery. > parents no longer enter the setting when dropping off or picking up their child. However, leaders and managers have provided individual parent's meetings at weekends to share children's learning and development. > Parents share in this; they talk about the staff and comment on how friendly and caring they are. > Parents and carers share their love of the meals provided by the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space When preparing for a child's first day, staff add their interests to the indoor and outdoor environment to help them settle. ## Parent Reviews of Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXkfpSFQX41rZC4x2XlBTacIEYz02x6SLj6k53gbzCMBshBUtY6YA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Emilia Wachowska 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMtOGFPZThRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487931f1a7f52a2d:0xf03f2efdc599a075) Reviews from Google for Blue Sky Day Nursery (York). [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17311607160112259189&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Ofsted records show this provider has **closed** and was never graded. There's no inspection history to display. ## Frequently asked about Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) ### Is Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) a good nursery? ### What is Blue Sky Day Nursery (York)'s Ofsted rating? ### How much does Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) cost? ### Does Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Blue Sky Day Nursery (York)'s opening hours? ### What age range does Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) accept? ### Does Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) have outdoor space? ### How does Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Blue Sky Day Nursery (York)? ### How do I contact Blue Sky Day Nursery (York) or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in York Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Blue Sky Day Nursery (York). - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### First for Childcare - York York · YO30 4RA 3.3(7 reviews) ](/nursery/first-for-childcare-york-yo30-4ra-ey549329) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Little Bugs Childcare York · YO32 2RH ](/nursery/little-bugs-childcare-yo32-2rh-ey444577) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Acorns New Earswick York · YO32 4DS ](/nursery/little-acorns-new-earswick-ltd-yo32-4ds-ey464798) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Sunshine Day Nursery York York · YO31 9HU ](/nursery/sunshine-day-nursery-york-ltd-yo31-9hu-ey308996) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Clifton Day Nursery York · YO30 6JF 4.6(11 reviews) ](/nursery/clifton-day-nursery-yo30-6jf-ey542649) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at York Rawcliffe · YO30 5XJ 4.3(13 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-york-yo30-5xj-512461) [See all nurseries in York →](/search?q=York) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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