--- title: "Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe Nursery, York | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-green-rascals-bishopthorpe-yo23-2re-ey546358 description: "Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe, a nursery in York — rated Outstanding by Ofsted and 4.7/5 from 14 reviews. See contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2025) · 4.7 (14 Google reviews) · Old School House, School Lane, YORK, YO23 2RE · York Number of places 61 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority York ## About this day nursery Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe, registered in 2017, provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30 am until 6 pm, all year round, the day nursery ensures children make excellent progress across every area of their learning. Staff are highly skilled at supporting and challenging children to reach their full potential, demonstrating exemplary practice consistently across all rooms and acting as excellent role models. The curriculum is tailored to meet individual needs, ensuring children who prefer outdoor learning can access the full curriculum, with older children enjoying the 'Gruffalo café' in the forest school area. Children thrive and develop excellent communication and language skills, supported by staff consistently using Makaton sign and 'fab vocab' strategies. They also develop high levels of self-confidence and excellent personal, social, and emotional skills. The arrangements for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are exemplary, with staff working closely with families and other professionals, including sharing resources with other settings to ensure comprehensive support. The day nursery prioritises children's emotional well-being and prepares them for the next stages in their learning, including transitions to school. They also focus on encouraging independence and healthy choices, notably through providing healthy, freshly cooked meals using locally sourced ingredients. Parents commend the outstanding level of care and the variety of extra-curricular activities and engagement days for families. What it's like Children make excellent progress across every area of their learning. Staff are highly skilled at supporting and challenging them to try and reach their full potential. Staff demonstrate exemplary practice consistently in every room at the nursery and are excellent role models for children. Excellent progress Outdoor learning Tailored curriculum Strong communication skills Exemplary SEND support Emotional well-being ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe Last inspected 1 May 2025 Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children make excellent progress across every area of their learning. - Staff ensure children are well prepared for the next stages in their learning and prioritise their emotional well-being. - Children thrive in the nursery and develop excellent communication and language skills, with staff consistently using Makaton sign and 'fab vocab' strategies. - Children have high levels of self-confidence, and staff help them to develop excellent personal, social and emotional skills. - The arrangements to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are exemplary. Inspection #10396516 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278469) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > The level of care from all staff who go above and above daily is outstanding > We are so impressed with the extra-curricular activities, and there are lots of gorgeous engagement days for families. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The arrangements to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are exemplary. All staff work closely in partnership with everyone involved with the child. For instance, they hold meetings for families with other professionals and discuss the most effective ways to spend extra funding. The provider shares the funding and provides other settings with the same resources to ensure children are supported effectively wherever they go. Outdoor space Staff tailor the curriculum to meet children's individual needs. They ensure children who prefer to learn outdoors can access the full curriculum here. For example, older children thoroughly enjoy using the 'Gruffalo café' in the forest school area. ## Google Reviews of Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe 4.7 (14 Google reviews) Harry Whittaker 2 months ago I can’t recommend LGR Bishopthorpe highly enough. They offer a warm, family environment which allows them to focus on the personal development of each child. My daughter had struggled with standing at 14 months, but within 3 days at LGR, she was on her feet! Communication is outstanding, with individual updates sent several times per day. The spaces are inventive and welcoming, the staff are friendly and informative, and I always feel completely at ease when my children are in this nursery’s care. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sbE5VbEdZVU5NU2pKck1Xc3hObXR5ZEV4ck5FRRAB!2m1!1s0x48793091df723111:0x2193b89bddac2e15) Germanda Speedwell 6 months ago When we first looked for nurseries we almost gave up as we weren't happy with any we visited until we found LGR in Bishopthorpe. A wonderful nursery with staff who really care for the children deeply. The activities are great (science, yoga, football, music etc) and they cater well for dietary requirements (there's even fruit and a snack for parents who haven't managed to grab breakfast!). I'm always confident that our little one is safe, cared for and having fun. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25sbVdrUlZjbUY1VGxab1JtMUxaSGRUYUdVME1uYxAB!2m1!1s0x48793091df723111:0x2193b89bddac2e15) Fiona Hale 5 months ago LGR Bishopthorpe has been a really enriching experience for our two girls. The staff truly care and help the kids to flourish. The range of extra activities is great, with lots of variety. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1QlgyZDVORlpMVUV4TmQyaEJUVzVOZW10alExRRAB!2m1!1s0x48793091df723111:0x2193b89bddac2e15) Hannah Wilson 5 months ago We love LGR and our so happy with how our LO has settled. The staff are so focused on the care and provision they provide. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this nursery. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xJMU4wNWhSQzFEUTNadlR6VlFkelZ4WlVVdE5HYxAB!2m1!1s0x48793091df723111:0x2193b89bddac2e15) Sophie Ryley 8 months ago We have had so many beautiful experiences with LGR Bishopthorpe, we think it is such a wonderful nursery - my children enjoy(ed) going here each day they came. The extra curriculars on offer are a real bonus you dont get many places, the special events they host for mothers day/grandparents day/general social days are what sets this nursery apart from any other. They allow you to get to know the nursery and staff outside of a quick drop off and collection when you need to be off to work. There is a dedicated nursery chef and assistant that cook healthy home made meals every day, not just sandwiches, nuggets and sugar packed puddings! Couldn't recomend it enough :) Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1cGExRlBWVXhSVlVaZmNrTXdNekE1VGpJNVluYxAB!2m1!1s0x48793091df723111:0x2193b89bddac2e15) Reviews from Google for Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=2419480404406578709&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: October 2019 - May 2025 Outstanding - October 2019 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe ### What stands out in the inspection for Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe? ### Which funded childcare places does Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe accept? ### What is the age range at Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe? ## About the setting Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe registered in 2017. The nursery employs 20 members of childcare staff, with 10 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and three at level 5. The nursery opens Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until 6pm, all year round. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. URN EY546358 Registered person Little Green Rascals Organic Day Nurseries Limited Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ## Nearby day nurseries in YORK Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Green Rascals Bishopthorpe. - Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Wendy House Day Nursery York · YO24 1HR https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/wendy-house-day-nursery-yo24-1hr-321600 - Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Copmanthorpe Childcare Centre Copmanthorpe · YO23 3YR https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/copmanthorpe-childcare-centre-ltd-yo23-3yr-2604723 - Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Fulford Montessori Nursery York · YO10 4DZ 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fulford-montessori-nursery-ltd-yo10-4dz-2774097 - Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Adventurers Day Nursery York · YO10 4DZ 5.0(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/adventurers-day-nursery-ltd-yo10-4dz-2645130 - Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Scarcroft Green Nursery York · YO23 1BP https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/scarcroft-green-nursery-yo23-1bp-ey227482 - Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Heather's Day Nursery York · YO24 4NS https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/heather-s-day-nursery-yo24-4ns-321475 See all nurseries in YORK →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=YORK ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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