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You’re always greeted with a smile from every member of staff….My daughter is nearly 2 and honestly loves going to nursery!\nThey go out in the pram every day which is just the cutest thing ever and so important to us!\nThank you Bex, Hannah and everyone else at Starchild ⭐️", "datePublished": "2023-09-15T12:52:21.528040Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Lucy Clegg" }, "reviewBody": "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.", "datePublished": "2024-02-19T14:46:03.239364Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "katrina maughan" }, "reviewBody": "Brilliant nursery. 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Starchild Nurseries Malton # Starchild Nurseries Malton Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · 36-38 Market Place, Malton, YO17 7LW · North Yorkshire Number of places 50 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority North Yorkshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 facility Experienced staff Focus on individual development Indoor 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. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Starchild Nurseries Malton Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10208488 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174561)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2531926) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.starchildnurseries.co.uk/malton-nursery) 36-38 Market Place, Malton, YO17 7LW [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.79821/54.13575/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Malton - [Day nurseries in Malton](/search?q=Malton) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=starchild-nurseries-malton-yo17-7lw-2531926) ## Key facts Opening hours 08:00 - 18:00 (with an optional 07:30 start for a surcharge) Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Starchild Nurseries Malton Last inspected 18 November 2021 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 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 - 1 make sure that the intended learning of planned activities is clear and all children are fully engaged in their learning - 2 support staff to help children to understand about the importance of following healthy lifestyles. Inspection #10208488 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174561) ## 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) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWEt_Bzs3YGzEEWFKC_vPP4ZPLoBk3tSY6XbPZ1OciDH4RzPkKp=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) 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 ⭐️ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaalozZWVREAE!2m1!1s0x487f2a5b44040843:0x6bfe7da91251327b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIj79ECrQboNEJous13zVb_Siyx98cedtbSBPkLpmOkqC7XTQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) 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. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNkcjgzSDNBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487f2a5b44040843:0x6bfe7da91251327b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX-foYSAXZ4HbIghQquVklyPIDfqqR16bLJO8tc7cBP4pRhFtH0=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) katrina maughan 3 years ago Brilliant nursery. Amazing staff! Thank you for taking such good care of my daughter x [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN4dUl6ZmpRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487f2a5b44040843:0x6bfe7da91251327b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJG_GHDaXWflJ6m7Iodsg3ORBq37yq4AizM55-JVMEAPk1Wmw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) bryony hall 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXeHNEZXV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487f2a5b44040843:0x6bfe7da91251327b) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUzo2Q-sSqNz0_5qrBCtZGXx6n_-_fbn5V1rMCgF5ZeYdmrGmk=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Nora Blake 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQwa2JtT2tRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487f2a5b44040843:0x6bfe7da91251327b) Reviews from Google for Starchild Nurseries Malton. 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