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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery # Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2024) · 86 Main Street, Menston, ILKLEY, LS29 6HS · Bradford Number of places 55 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2024 Local authority Bradford About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery, established in 2011, offers childcare on non-domestic premises for children aged 0-4 years. 30am until 6pm, the nursery received a "Good" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 30th April 2024. The curriculum is thoughtfully planned to ensure children practise and embed each step of learning, preparing them well for school. Staff make song and rhyme time engaging for babies using props and instruments, and babies learn to independently say and repeat single words, with staff expanding on their vocabulary. Toddlers enjoy sharing books, repeating words and phrases from familiar stories, and linking multiple words together. Pre-school children are encouraged to ask questions, demonstrating curiosity and concentration, especially when following spontaneous interests such as making a nest outdoors or using creative materials inside. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the care and learning provided, noting good progress in their children's confidence, speech, and emotional literacy. The nursery places a strong emphasis on helping children manage their emotions and behave well, fostering a happy and safe environment. What it's like Staff make song and rhyme time engaging for babies, using props and instruments. Toddlers enjoy sharing books and repeating words and phrases from familiar stories. Pre-school children ask questions to find out more information, demonstrating curiosity, concentration, and enjoyment in their learning. Engaging activities Strong parent feedback Curiosity encouraged Emotional development School readiness ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round from 7.30am until 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Established 2011 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery Last inspected 30 April 2024 · Jane Tucker 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 Staff make song and rhyme time engaging for babies, using props and instruments. Toddlers enjoy sharing books and repeating words and phrases from familiar stories. Pre-school children ask questions to find out more information, demonstrating curiosity, concentration, and enjoyment in their learning. Inspector highlights - The provider and manager have improved practice since the last inspection, implementing daily checks and good arrangements for staff recruitment and supervision. - Pre-school staff confidently follow children's spontaneous interests, such as creating a nest outdoors and continuing the learning indoors. - Staff plan to enhance children's small- and large-muscle coordination and physical development. - Pre-school children eat their lunch in the dining area and serve their own food, mirroring learning for school. - The manager checks staff's well-being daily and monitors child progress in each room. Areas to develop - 1 continue to monitor staff's practice to enhance the already good quality of teaching of the curriculum - 2 support staff to provide high-quality interactions with quieter, less-confident children during group time activities to extend their learning further. Inspection #10327896 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248219) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery Inspection date Apr 2024 Inspection no. 10327896 Lead inspector Jane Tucker Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50248219)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY423234) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=cherry-tree-children-s-day-nursery-ls29-6hs-ey423234) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report how they are happy with the care and learning afforded to their children. > They say that staff provide good information about what their children are learning and how this can be supported at home. > Parents say that they have seen good progress in their children's confidence and speech since being at the nursery. > They particularly note the emotional literacy their children have to express their feelings. > Parents also report the care their children show to other family members because of this learning. > For example, they explain how they observed their child asking grandparents how they are feeling today. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Pre-school staff follow children's spontaneous interests, such as going outside to create a nest by gathering leaves and twigs. Children also climb the steps of the slide outside and show confidence in taking physical risks. Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2024 Date: August 2011 - April 2024 Good - November 2023 Inadequate - May 2019 Good - April 2016 Good - May 2015 Good - August 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery ### Is Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery Ofsted registered? ### What outdoor activities are available at Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery? ### How many places does Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery have? ### What are the opening hours at Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery? ### Which funded childcare places does Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery accept? ### Is Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery a day nursery or preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in ILKLEY Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Cherry Tree Children's Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### The Railway Children Ilkley · LS29 6JH ](/nursery/the-railway-children-ls29-6jh-ey485428) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### The Railway Children Hawksworth Leeds · LS20 8NX ](/nursery/the-railway-children-hawksworth-ls20-8nx-2748494) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Guiseley Children's Day Nursery Leeds · LS20 8BL 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/guiseley-children-s-day-nursery-ls20-8bl-ey307001) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.6 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Leeds Guiseley Leeds · LS20 8AR 4.9(14 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-leeds-guiseley-ls20-8ar-ey250741) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Cliffe House Day Nursery Burley In Wharfedale · LS29 7DG ](/nursery/cliffe-house-day-nursery-ltd-ls29-7dg-ey232708) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Burley Nursery School Ilkley · LS29 7NE ](/nursery/burley-nursery-school-ls29-7ne-ey489796) [See all nurseries in ILKLEY →](/search?q=ILKLEY) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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