Bright Ideas Yeadon - The Old Bank Day Nursery

About this day nursery

The Old Bank Day Nursery, located in Leeds, offers a stimulating and welcoming environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The day nursery incorporates elements of the 'Curiosity Approach' and 'Hygge' into its daily practices, encouraging children to explore natural objects, engage in loose parts play, construction, sand play, and nature-based outdoor activities.

The setting is designed with natural tones, ample light, and comforting elements to create a 'home from home' atmosphere. The nursery operates an all-inclusive policy, providing nappies and wipes to ease the burden on busy parents and support families with the rising cost of living.

Care is divided into age-specific rooms: 'Blossom Babies' for infants aged 3 to 24 months, focusing on individual growth and exploration; 'Willow Toddlers' for children aged 24 to 36 months, fostering independence and self-sufficiency through varied play areas; and 'Oaks Preschool' for 3 to 5-year-olds, where outdoor learning is prioritised to promote risk assessment, challenge ideas, and realise potential. The preschool has a dedicated downstairs area for indoor activities, complementing their extensive outdoor time.

Our ethos

The nursery's philosophy is inspired by the 'Curiosity Approach' and 'Hygge', focusing on creating a 'home from home' atmosphere. They encourage exploration through natural objects, loose parts play, and nature-based outdoor activities. The approach emphasises child-led learning with age-specific rooms catering to different developmental stages, fostering exploration, independence, and self-sufficiency.

What it's like

Children are happy and settled in the spacious and inviting setting. Staff understand children's individual needs and help them to quickly settle and build positive relationships. Children show that they feel safe and secure and approach the kind and nurturing staff if they want a cuddle. Children's behaviour is good, and they demonstrate a high level of self-assurance and self-esteem.

Pricing & funding

Fees are calculated based on 50 weeks per year and billed monthly in advance. A minimum booking of two sessions per week is required. No refunds or discounts are offered for child sickness or family holidays.