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[Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 6. · 7. The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club # The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Strong standard · 5.0 (1 Google review) · Behind Carlton Miniott Community School, Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ · North Yorkshire Number of places 30 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Mar 2026 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 The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club, registered with Ofsted in 1994, is a childcare setting located in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, catering to children aged 2–11 years. The day nursery operates Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. It has received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on March 6, 2026. The day nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, offering varied opportunities for children to develop large-muscle skills, coordination, and balance, with activities such as chasing bubbles and mud kitchen play. The curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and the staff are dedicated to fostering a stimulating and caring environment where children can thrive. They provide impactful support for children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), utilising strategies like Makaton sign language and targeted training, which helps children make admirable progress in communication and language. Furthermore, the nursery is committed to supporting children with English as an Additional Language (EAL), helping them to develop conversational skills and storytelling abilities. This comprehensive approach ensures that all children, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, are well-prepared for their next stage of education. What it's like Children enjoy learning and making friends at this stimulating and caring nursery, giggling with glee while chasing bubbles outside or making mixtures in the mud kitchen. Staff introduce children to ambitious knowledge and vocabulary. They also hold meetings with teachers from local schools to find out about the skills and knowledge children need for primary school. Strong standard Outdoor learning priority Effective daily routines Excellent progress Partnership with parents ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (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. [Request pricing →](https://www.aboutearlyyears.co.uk/nurseries/carlton-miniott/the-learning-tree-nursery-kids-club/#fees) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 07:30 - 18:00 Age range 2-5 years Registered with Ofsted 1994 Waitlist Waiting list Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Strong standard Last inspected Mar 2026 Headline: Strong standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard Expected standard — Needs attention — Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Strong standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Strong standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Strong standard Curriculum and teaching Strong standard Inclusion Strong standard Leadership and governance Strong standard Age range 2 to 11 Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted report for The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club Last inspected 6 March 2026 · Samantha Lambert Safeguarding effective What it's like to attend Children enjoy learning and making friends at this stimulating and caring nursery, giggling with glee while chasing bubbles outside or making mixtures in the mud kitchen. Staff introduce children to ambitious knowledge and vocabulary. They also hold meetings with teachers from local schools to find out about the skills and knowledge children need for primary school. Inspector highlights - Children flourish and make excellent progress from their starting points in development. - Leaders and staff have embedded highly effective daily routines. - Leaders and staff place a high priority on outdoor learning. - Staff monitor children's progress and plan their next steps in learning using child development guidance. - Leaders and committee members work in close partnership. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders and those responsible for governance should sustain their work to ensure continued improvement and high standards. They should focus on creating a transformational impact on the outcomes and experiences of disadvantaged children, those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and those who may face other barriers to their learning and/or wellbeing. Inspection #10117601 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50300062) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club Inspection date Mar 2026 Inspection no. 10117601 Lead inspector Samantha Lambert Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50300062)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/400124) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Contact Nursery Behind Carlton Miniott Community School, Carlton Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 07:30 - 18:00 ## Explore day nurseries near Thirsk - [Day nurseries in Thirsk](/search?q=Thirsk) - [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=the-learning-tree-nursery-kids-club-yo7-4nj-400124) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make admirable advancement in their communication and language skills due to highly impactful support. Staff use strategies such as Makaton sign language to support children with SEND, embedding this into children's daily routines to promote inclusion and access to the curriculum. Staff also receive targeted training on topics such as autism or communication and language, and use refined assessment tools to monitor the progress of children with SEND. Leaders ensure funding for children with SEND provides the most benefit, sometimes providing one-to-one time with staff or purchasing specific resources. Outdoor space Leaders and staff place a high priority on outdoor learning, and children receive varied opportunities to support their large-muscle skills, coordination and balance. Children giggle with glee as they chase bubbles outside or make mixtures in the mud kitchen. EAL / language support Children with disadvantage or special educational needs and/or disabilities make admirable advancement in their communication and language skills. For instance, some children arrive at the nursery with little to no language skills. These children receive highly impactful support and learn how to hold conversations and retell stories. Consequently, this supports these children to benefit from and make progress in other areas of the curriculum. ## Google Reviews of The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club 5.0 (1 Google review) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIUElZqMhQi_jCcVFsbbowB2JZqLTFrZENsod-Ur6rGiXK6mw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Chloe Wood 6 years ago My eldest has been coming here since just after Easter. Ellie and Amy (as her key workers) are amazing with what they do, they are so suppprtive with both me and my daughter. They always have time for her even if they are meant to be on break or are not even at work. Emma runs it brilliantly, she is very accomodating and flexible allowing my daughter to join in with a little trip out of nursery during times she doesnt normally attend the nursery at all. She also makes sure we are informed of everything through e-mails and letters and responds super quick too. Everyone is welcoming and makes conversation, and supports you and your child during highs and lows. I appreciate everything this nursery does and I cant reccommend it enough. 😀 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNVLU9QN053EAE!2m1!1s0x487eb0e95af2fe85:0x104325607832195f) Reviews from Google for The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1171821424310098271&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2015 - March 2026 Strong standard - June 2020 Good - March 2015 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club ### What is The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club's Ofsted rating? ### Does The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club offer funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club? ### What support does The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club offer for children with SEND? ### When was The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club established? ### Does The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club offer outdoor learning? ### What age range does The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club cater for? ### How can I contact The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club? ## About the setting The Learning Tree Nursery & Kids Club was registered with Ofsted on 15/03/1994. It is a Childcare on non-domestic premises setting and is registered on the EYR, CCR, and VCR registers. It is managed by the Carlton Miniott Pre-School and Nursery Committee. The operating hours are Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 18:00. 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