Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 18:00
Puddleducks Children's Day Nursery Malton
Ofsted: Outstanding
(Aug 2024)
Number of places
72 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2024
Local authority
North Yorkshire
About this day nursery
Puddleducks Children's Day Nursery Malton Ltd, established in 2022, provides an outstanding early years experience for children aged 0-4 years. 30am to 6pm, the nursery is described by inspectors as extremely welcoming and friendly, with children eager to participate in activities and learning.
Leaders and staff are passionate about delivering high-quality care and education, demonstrating exceptional knowledge of each child's background and developmental next steps. The nursery’s curriculum is ambitious, offering a broad range of experiences that encourage children to explore the world around them and develop independence.
This includes learning about healthy lifestyles, with children brushing their teeth daily and enjoying healthy, home-cooked meals. Staff are highly skilled in supporting children’s communication, language, physical development, and early literacy and mathematical skills.
They also ensure all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are highly motivated and supported. Parents commend the nursery, noting their children make excellent progress and that they are kept well-informed through regular communication, including a biweekly blog and 'showcase evenings'.
The nursery continually invests in staff development, with managers aspiring for all staff to progress in their learning through relevant training.
What it's like
Children arrive at this extremely welcoming and friendly nursery eager to join in activities and start their learning. Leaders and staff are extremely passionate about providing high-quality care and education at this inspiring nursery. Staff are exceptionally knowledgeable about children, their backgrounds and next steps in learning.
Outstanding overall effectivenessAmbitious curriculumStrong SEND provisionExcellent communication skillsFocus on independenceHighly experienced staff
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
Key facts
Age range
0-5 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Session types
Full Day, Sessional
Staff
28 Members
Waitlist
Waiting list
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Puddleducks Children's Day Nursery Malton
Last inspected 20 August 2024 · Kerry Holder
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 arrive at this extremely welcoming and friendly nursery eager to join in activities and start their learning. Leaders and staff are extremely passionate about providing high-quality care and education at this inspiring nursery. Staff are exceptionally knowledgeable about children, their backgrounds and next steps in learning.
Inspector highlights
- Children delight in building and recalling favourite stories.
- Children regularly take part in baking activities and help make recipes.
- Leaders construct an ambitious curriculum offering a wide range of experiences.
- Children have excellent opportunities to develop independence and learned about healthy lifestyles.
- Managers have high aspirations for all staff, encouraging continuous development and learning.
Inspection #10357636 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
their children make excellent progress and that they feel very well informed
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff work collaboratively together to provide an environment where all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are highly motivated.
Outdoor space
Younger children excitedly climb outdoors and take part in action rhymes.
Inspection history
Most recent inspection
20 August 2024
Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.
View full Ofsted reportFrequently asked about Puddleducks Children's Day Nursery Malton
About the setting
Puddleducks Children's Day Nursery Malton Ltd registered in 2022. It is situated in Malton, North Yorkshire. The nursery employs 28 members of childcare staff, with 15 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above, including the manager who holds a level 7 qualification. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.
- URN
- 2686573
- Registered person
- Puddleducks Children's Day Nursery Malton Ltd
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Outstanding
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