From one nursery providing “magic moments, awe and wonder” to inspire pupils, to another where the dedication of staff helps children to “thrive”, the YEP has pulled together a list of 'Outstanding' and 'Good' nurseries in Leeds with an inspection report published by Ofsted in 2022.
1. Springwood Nursery, Oakwood
Based on Springwood Road, in the leafy suburb of Oakwood in north Leeds, Springwood Nursery was inspected in May this year. Ofsted rated it as 'Outstanding', the highest possible grade given by the education watchdog. Photo: NW
2. Children's Corner, Headingley
Based off Cardigan Road in Leeds, Children's Corner Headingley Ltd was visited by education inspectors in March. Ofsted rated it as 'Outstanding'. Photo: Google
3. Bright Horizons, Stourton
Bright Horizons First Direct Stourton Day Nursery And Preschool, based at First Direct in Stourton, was inspected by Ofsted in June. It was rated as 'Outstanding'. Photo: Google
4. Little Owls Nursery Two Willows
Little Owls Nursery Two Willows nursery, off Cardinal Square, Beeston, was inspected by Ofsted in April. The Leeds City Council-run nursery was rated as 'Outstanding'. Photo: Google
5. Kids Planet Leeds Oxford Place
The newly-opened Kids Planet Leeds Oxford Place nursery, in Leeds city centre, was inspected by Ofsted in August. It was rated as 'Good'. Photo: Google
6. Little Gems Early Years Nursery
Based off York Road, Little Gems Early Years Nursery was visited by Ofsted inspectors in June. It was rated as 'Good'. Photo: Google