Opening hours
08:00 - 18:00 (with an optional 07:30 start for a surcharge)
Starchild Nurseries Malton
Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2021)
Number of places
50 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2021
Local authority
North Yorkshire
About this day nursery
Starchild Nursery in Malton provides a stimulating and enriching environment for young children, focusing on individual development and a love for learning. Established in July 2019, the nursery transformed an old building into a modern childcare facility, thoughtfully designed by experienced practitioners to help children thrive.
Situated in the heart of Malton amidst beautiful landscapes, Starchild Nurseries aims to deliver high-quality childcare that fosters exploration and growth. The philosophy emphasises the importance of making friends, with a team of qualified and experienced staff dedicated to providing personalised learning experiences.
Both indoor and outdoor play are encouraged to support children's happiness and health. The nursery strives to create strong relationships between staff, parents, and children, ensuring that each child's emotional, social, and physical needs are met to give them the best possible start in life.
Our ethos
Starchild Nurseries Malton's philosophy emphasises the importance of making friends and fostering exploration and growth. They are committed to providing high-quality childcare that supports individual development and a love for learning through both indoor and outdoor play. The nursery aims to build strong relationships between staff, parents, and children to meet each child's needs and give them the best possible start in life.
What it's like
Children are warmly welcomed at the nursery and settle quickly with attentive staff who know them well. They feel valued and respond positively to praise. Children of all ages enjoy playing and exploring in the stimulating environment, developing physical skills and learning about the world around them through various outings.
Purpose-built facilityExperienced staffFocus on individual developmentIndoor and outdoor play
Pricing & funding
This nursery offers childcare through full-day and half-day sessions. They accept 15 and 30 hours of government funding, though funded sessions are subject to a consumables charge that varies depending on the child's age and session type.
Funding accepted
15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Good to know
- Sessions are available as a full day (10 hours) or half day (5 hours).
- An early start from 7.30am is available for an additional surcharge.
- Government funding for 15 and 30 hours is accepted.
- Consumables charges apply to funded sessions, based on age and session length.
Key facts
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Starchild Nurseries Malton
Last inspected 18 November 2021
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children are warmly welcomed at the nursery and settle quickly with attentive staff who know them well. They feel valued and respond positively to praise. Children of all ages enjoy playing and exploring in the stimulating environment, developing physical skills and learning about the world around them through various outings.
Inspector highlights
- Partnership with parents is very good. Staff offer their expertise to parents to help them expand their children's knowledge and understanding.
- Staff encourage children to count and recognise amounts and quantities through their play. Children confidently use number, shape and measurement in their play.
- Staff know children well and assess their development accurately. They join in with children's play successfully to support, extend and guide their learning.
- Staff support children to develop good communication skills. Children communicate with confidence and share their thoughts and ideas in play.
- The manager ensures that staff are supported well through robust supervision sessions and closely monitors the good-quality care and teaching provided.
Areas to develop
- 1make sure that the intended learning of planned activities is clear and all children are fully engaged in their learning
- 2support staff to help children to understand about the importance of following healthy lifestyles.
Inspection #10208488 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
The nursery is part of the local community.
They appreciate the visits their children go on, such as to local shops and businesses to purchase provisions.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
The manager and staff work in partnership with other professionals to help children to reach their full potential, especially children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Outdoor space
Older children explore and investigate inside the wonderful 'sand room'. They use their physical skills to dig and move the sand around. Children experience the sensory feel of the sand by burying their toes into it and pouring it through their fingers.
Parent Reviews of Starchild Nurseries Malton
4.2
(5)
Tilly Fenton
2 years ago
Honestly love this nursery so much! You’re always greeted with a smile from every member of staff….My daughter is nearly 2 and honestly loves going to nursery! They go out in the pram every day which is just the cutest thing ever and so important to us! Thank you Bex, Hannah and everyone else at Starchild ⭐️
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Lucy Clegg
2 years ago
A fabulous nursery where both my children have loved going. They get out and about and explore Malton, visiting the market is a real highlight! Lovely staff and a lovely environment.
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katrina maughan
3 years ago
Brilliant nursery. Amazing staff! Thank you for taking such good care of my daughter x
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bryony hall
4 years ago
Nora Blake
4 years ago
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Inspection history
Date: November 2021
- December 2021Good
- November 2021Good
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