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York House Nursery # York House Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2025) · 5.0 (8 parent reviews) · 40 Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7NX · Durham Number of places 72 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Durham 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 York House Nursery, established over 30 years ago, offers a welcoming and nurturing environment located centrally in Bishop Auckland. Despite its town centre setting, the nursery boasts a expansive and secure outdoor area, along with a dedicated bungalow and garden for its youngest attendees. The nursery prides itself on fostering an atmosphere where children can build happy memories and strong foundations for future learning, emphasising hands-on, fun, and child-centred experiences. Their approach focuses on developing self-confidence, well-being, and imagination through open-ended and enabling resources. With a commitment to quality, York House Nursery achieved an "OUTSTANDING" rating from OFSTED in July 2015, a recognition they have diligently maintained, alongside consistent 5-star Environmental Health ratings. They cater to a wide age range, welcoming babies from 6 weeks old, and offer flexible session options including full-time, part-time, and term-time only care, to accommodate diverse parental needs. Our ethos Childhood is the time for building happy memories and sound foundations for future learning. At York House, learning happens everywhere, from the first visit…it’s hands on, fun, memorable and child centred. We believe children deserve great self-confidence, high well-being and fabulous imaginations so our resources and environments are open ended and enabling…and our best resource is our staff. What it's like Children show trust in familiar staff and are at ease and happy in their care. The curriculum is ambitious and helps all children to learn more, with staff having clear and high expectations for each stage of early education. The nursery's inclusive approach ensures all children access meaningful learning experiences and build on their knowledge. Established nursery Outdoor play OFSTED Outstanding Flexible sessions Homely environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 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. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 6pm Age range 6 weeks+ Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full Time, Part Time, Term Time Only Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for York House Nursery Last inspected 27 August 2025 · Clare Wilkins Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children show trust in familiar staff and are at ease and happy in their care. The curriculum is ambitious and helps all children to learn more, with staff having clear and high expectations for each stage of early education. The nursery's inclusive approach ensures all children access meaningful learning experiences and build on their knowledge. Inspector highlights - Children's ideas often shape the direction of play and staff provide practical support to deepen their thinking. - Group activities encourage children's listening and attention skills. - The support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is a strength. - Leaders have a realistic overview of strengths and clear plans for development. - Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. Areas to develop - 1 provide more precise guidance and modelling to help children to master new skills more quickly - 2 pace activities effectively so that children have sufficient time to learn and practise new skills - 3 provide clear and consistent expectations, particularly during transitions, to help children remain engaged and settled throughout the day. Inspection #10407587 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287719) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of York House Nursery Inspection date Aug 2025 Inspection no. 10407587 Lead inspector Clare Wilkins [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50287719)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/550144) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=york-house-nursery-dl14-7nx-550144) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The support for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities, or who take more time to reach their learning goals, is a strength. Staff understand every child's individual needs and sensitivities and take full account of these when planning for learning. This helps to ensure that all children access an appropriate curriculum that helps them to learn more. Children make remarkable progress, and gaps in their learning narrow over time. Outdoor space The outdoor playhouse becomes an ice-cream shop when children make signs and pretend to sell them to their friends. Children benefit from plenty of fresh air and exercise. ## Parent Reviews of York House Nursery 5.0 (8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKrBk8McuvXqajb0_NuLYKOWcS7YFXUFn6mLgZ0kZo1fKtFoA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sarah H 8 months ago My daughter attended for a year here and it was brilliant. She loved it and every member of staff was so lovely and caring. Would recommend to anyone [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGSU5YSlFlRzVMV201RmNUQlRhSFZtVVc4d1NHYxAB!2m1!1s0x487e8238e684ec95:0x6875fdcb90d2a0d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLarmad7gb_TVlTTB5i9GcWLxkYBt0f9WO0zAdJm0yltumlKw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lisa Hopper 7 years ago Brilliant nursery where the children come first. The staff are brilliant and the experiences provided are fabulous! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNvM2FyQVRREAE!2m1!1s0x487e8238e684ec95:0x6875fdcb90d2a0d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJXWSsSc8xBkumJevmpSO0EX10uP6RWBkpyCHUYja_L6f4AHQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Brain Mason 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCa29HU2hRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e8238e684ec95:0x6875fdcb90d2a0d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUEmZOkGjKC2jxhsKJcn5Z8RHXNiWxzuItmb-POwE74aBKB_aSv-A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Kate Vickers 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMyOFBERVVREAE!2m1!1s0x487e8238e684ec95:0x6875fdcb90d2a0d8) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIFk-RF0YdXkXWRvwFUDuKPdSkkPhep1d8-xnYCyTjigVx9krs=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Jemima Owen 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHaGFtNnF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x487e8238e684ec95:0x6875fdcb90d2a0d8) Reviews from Google for York House Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7527201402969563352&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: June 2009 - August 2025 Good - January 2020 Good - July 2015 Outstanding - June 2009 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about York House Nursery ### How was York House Nursery rated by Ofsted? ### What is the staff profile at York House Nursery? ### What are the opening hours at York House Nursery? ## About the setting York House Nursery registered in 2001. The nursery employs 21 members of childcare staff, with 18 holding early years qualifications at level 3 or above, including five at level 6. The nursery operates from Monday to Friday for 51 weeks of the year, from 7.30am to 6pm. The nursery offers government-funded places and receives additional funding for disadvantaged children. 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