Opening hours
8.00am to 6.00pm weekdays throughout the year except bank holidays and for two weeks over the Christmas period
Cliffe House Nursery school
Ofsted: Outstanding
(Sept 2025)
Number of places
48 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Sept 2025
Local authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
About this day nursery
Cliffe House Nursery School, situated in Bridlington, East Yorkshire, boasts a rich heritage of delivering exceptional early years education and care, having been established in 1933 as Cliffe House Kindergarten. The nursery has seen only four changes in ownership since its inception.
Julie Warkup has been the owner and principal since 1999, spearheading a team dedicated to maintaining high standards, which was recognised with an Ofsted Outstanding award in 2015. Julie herself is a qualified primary school teacher with a BAHons degree and Early Years Professional Status.
The nursery prides itself on its experienced and qualified team of Early Years Practitioners, many of whom have long tenures, fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment where children from 9 months to school age are encouraged to explore and develop. The team is committed to meeting the individual and special needs of every child.
Cliffe House operates year-round, excluding bank holidays and a two-week Christmas break, with opening hours from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on weekdays.
What it's like
Children's happiness and thirst for knowledge are apparent in this wonderful nursery. Staff are excellent role models, who constantly strive for the best outcomes for children. They are meticulous in the ways they meet children's care and learning needs. Children enjoy a curriculum that is innovative and incredibly well adapted for their particular interests. The environments are exciting and provide rich learning opportunities. Children are totally engrossed as they confidently explore the excellent range of resources. Staff skilfully support and enhance children's learning through their consistently high-quality teaching and interactions.
Established 1933Ofsted OutstandingExperienced Staff
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — universal (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.
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Age range
9 months to school age
Term time / All Year
All Year
Established
1999
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Cliffe House Nursery school
Last inspected 30 September 2025 · Rose Tanser
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
What it's like to attend
Children's happiness and thirst for knowledge are apparent in this wonderful nursery. Staff are excellent role models, who constantly strive for the best outcomes for children. They are meticulous in the ways they meet children's care and learning needs. Children enjoy a curriculum that is innovative and incredibly well adapted for their particular interests. The environments are exciting and provide rich learning opportunities. Children are totally engrossed as they confidently explore the excellent range of resources. Staff skilfully support and enhance children's learning through their consistently high-quality teaching and interactions.
Inspector highlights
- Nursery leaders are relentless in maintaining the highest levels of care and education for children.
- Nursery leaders place a high priority on children learning how they can support their community.
- Parent partnerships are a strength of the nursery.
- Staff ensure children achieve their curriculum goals.
- Children achieve an incredible understanding of communication and language skills.
Inspection #10408323 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
'Cliffe House goes the extra mile every single day.'
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) get exceptional levels of support. Staff work closely with parents and other professionals to identify the most effective curriculum goals for children. Any additional funding for children is completely targeted to meet their specific learning needs.
Outdoor space
Babies and older children spend time playing together in the wonderful outdoor area. They are very inquisitive as staff help them explore unfamiliar rooms in the nursery.
Parent Reviews of Cliffe House Nursery school
5.0
(4)
Nicola Walker
8 years ago
Well what can I say about this nursery, except that it an amazing happy place to take your child too. My son was diagnosed with autism while he was at Cliffe house and they went above and beyond to do anything they could to help and support him and myself. He absolutely loved his time there and I felt happy knowing he was being cared for by an amazing team of people. Have to give Helen lount a massive mention as she was his key worker, she built up such an amazing relationship with him and he adored her. She went out of her way to make sure he was leaving to go to school with all the help and support he will need. She is a credit to Cliffe house as are all the staff and Julie. All very welcoming and friendly!! So sad to say goodbye but thank you for an amazing experience. Nicola
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Sammie Wild
2 years ago
My daughter attends nursery on third avenue and is excited to attend nursery on the days she goes, she always comes out happy. The communication is amazing through hand over and emails. So glad i chose here as family members recommend it to me. Due to their children going 😊
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Gary Calvert
8 years ago
Fantastic Nursery with exceptional members of staff that are not just great at their jobs but also really care about each & every child in their care.
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Tina Potter
5 years ago
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Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2025
Date: July 2009
- September 2025Outstanding
- January 2020Good
- October 2015Outstanding
- July 2009Good
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