Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington

York Maze, Elvington Lane, York YO19 5LT
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9.9 128 Reviews
  • Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington, York
Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington boasts a generous 420 square meters of outdoor space, ensuring endless opportunities for exploration and adventure. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.

Inside, the team follow the areas of learning and development set out in the Early Years Foundation stage. Outside, the beautifully landscaped gardens are a daily haven for the children. They can freely ride bicycles, engage in imaginative play in the mud kitchens, traverse willow tunnels, unleash their creativity on giant musical instruments, conquer the expansive wooden play apparatus and joyfully leap into the deepest of puddles!

In Wiggle Worms, the youngest babies embark on a journey of learning and exploration through sensory activities. The dedicated team fosters strong relationships, ensuring a smooth settling-in process for both you and your baby.

In Dancing Dragonflies, children are encouraged to develop independence and curiosity. They can climb the indoor climbing frame, engage in imaginative play within home corners and challenge themselves with puzzles that stretch their mathematical abilities.

In Cheeky Hens, the enhancement of speech, language and understanding of skills is a priority. Daily messy play activities ignite creativity, while focused topics deepen the children's knowledge and understanding of the world around them.

The team foster each child’s development as independent learners, ensuring they are enthusiastic and well-prepared for school when September arrives. At this age, free-flow access makes it possible to spend entire days immersed in the captivating gardens!
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Andrea Simpkin (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 45

Total Places for Children

  • 98

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day Session £83.50

  • A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place (£0 for siblings). Exact days of attendance should
    be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • There is ample parking onsite for pick-up and drop-off. This can be busy during peak periods for York Maze Visitor Attraction (as this is on the same site).

Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington Reviews (128)

9.9

Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.935) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington has 128 reviews.

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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 20 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Warm staff.
Good Covid practices in place.
Lovely food options.
Animals on site.
Great communication.
Amazing Forrest School.
Helpful office staff.
Attractive setting.
Camping nights brilliant.
Plenty of parking.
Security high standard.
Keyworker system is very good.
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Review from Charlotte E (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Green Rascals is a fantastic nursery. The staff are very open and the communication channels are frequent, relevant and prompt so we always know what’s going on in general and with your little one. The facilities are great. My son doesn’t want to leave always and I know he loves it because he
can’t wait to go when he sees his LGR green bag come out on a morning.
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Review from Alex B (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
LGR is simply outstanding. This does relate to the last few months, I have been with them for over three years and I simply cannot fault anything they have done. They handle absolutely everything with professionalism, tact and empathy, be that child or parent related. Children in their care thrive under
a variety of stimulating and fun activities and come home full of stories of what the and their friends have been doing. They engender an ethos of kindness, generosity and doing the right thing and ensure each child has the individual care, attention and developmental program that they need. Their management is efficient, understanding and effective and the good excellent; wholesome and delicious. Their approach to the care of the children throughout the COVID pandemic was second to none. I felt my son, their staff and the parental circle were cared for, kept safe and allowed to function with support and empathy throughout lockdown and beyond. Simply outstanding. Thank you LGR.
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Review from Samantha D (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Green Rascals Elvington is such a lovely nursery. What they have to offer, no other nursery can compare. Every day, I see new and exciting activities with such imagination and creativity. My little boy’s development would be nowhere near the level it is without the nursery putting the time, effort
and thought into everything they do to help learning and development.
The staff are all so wonderful, welcoming, friendly and approachable. My little boy has only been in 2 of the 4 rooms the nursery has to offer so far, however, even the staff who don’t work in his room know him and invest time in him. It’s truly a wonderful, magical place for a little rascal to be.
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Review from Abigail C (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very anxious leaving my son at nursery at only 4 months old but the staff have made it bearable for me. He is now 9 months old and loves to go to nursery.


His key worker is brilliant and knows him well but the other staff in wiggly worms also take the time to get to know each child.


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catering is amazing, I wish I was eating what he gets and I love the app that lets me see what my boy is up to while I’m at work.


Can not recommend this nursery highly enough.

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Review from Stephanie K-L (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Green Rascals is an outstanding provider in my opinion. The quality of care is exceptional from the food to the range of activities they provide. All staff are welcoming and look after the children to the highest standard.
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Review from Shelley I (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot say enough great things about Little Green Rascals!
My daughter has enjoyed attending since she was 10 months old. All 3 rooms she has been in have been brilliant in terms of facilities and staff.
We get loads of updates both from the app on our phones and from the staff when we go to collect
her in the evening.


There are so many toys and activities for the children to do - both inside and out. I know my daughter is never bored there!


The food is amazing too! The menu is so varied and very nutritionally balanced, which is important to us. My daughter doesn't eat bread at home, but she loves the one they make at nursery!


I am absolutely certain that my daughter has gained so much from going to this nursery, both in educational terms and behaviourally. She is so confident, considerate and happy - except when I sometimes fail to entertain her to the level she is used to from being at nursery!!

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Review from Riona M (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Green Rascals at Elvington Lane is a fantastic nursery. I couldn't imagine a more wonderful place for my two young kids to spend their days. The staff are caring and professional, the environment is always welcoming, and new and stimulating activities are constantly being introduced to enable
the children to understand the world around them. Through forest school, language classes, dance classes, yoga and more, the children are exploring their talents. The organic ethos of Little Green Rascals is also worthy of much praise.
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Review from Gill S (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Green Rascals is a wonderful nursery, which my son loves and where he thrives. I'm always so impressed by the variety of activities which challenge the children and more importantly, are always great fun. The staff are caring, full of ideas and energy and always available if you need to talk
to them. The forest school is just brilliant. There is also a great app for families which gives you constant updates throughout the day
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Review from Victoria S (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have now been using Little Green Rascals Elvington Lane for four and a half years and have my youngest still there in the preschool room. I cannot rate this nursery high enough. The children are well looked after, loved, stimulated and cared for. I have total confidence in the staff and the management.
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Review from Claire P (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children attend Little Green Rascals and they both love it! The staff are friendly and made going back to work easier for me.
The range of activities on offer are extensive and tailored to the different abilities of the children.
The outside space is brilliant and has lots of different activities
for the children to play with.
Overall the nursery is a very warm and friendly place and feel confident when dropping my children off.
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Review from Daniel K (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Green Rascals at Elvington Lane is such an amazing nursery.


It is an outstanding learning experience and creative environmemt. The key workers are incredible and our little boy enjoys it so much he often doesn’t want to leave at night!


The food is organic, healthy and well balanced and

I really enjoy taking him in knowing he will develop in his time there.
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Review from Sarah H (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been really happy and content at Little Green for the last 18 months. She loves it and always looks forward to going.
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Review from Caren P (Grandmother of Child) published on 19 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not recommend a day nursery as highly as Little Green Rascals. Not only is all their food organic, but all the staff are understanding of food allergies; with the varied special diets. We’re amazed how vigilant the staff are in keeping control of each individual child’s allergies. Add to this,
the “caringness” of the staff — you always see them snuggling a little one who is missing mummy or who has just woken up, grumpy. The greatest feedback: you always see happy, communicative little ones calmly getting on with their activities.
Finally, from the perspective of our own little one, the outdoors is the main feature; ours loves the outdoor adventure space and activities. When we collect our just-turned-two-year-old, she’s learned new words and phrases (indicating the staff communicate well to the children). After her long afternoon at nursery, our darling is always happy, chattering all about her happy day. There’s nowhere we’d be happier to leave our precious little darling.
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Review from Lynne C (Grandmother of Child) published on 20 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Being the youngest in the wiggly worms group does not prevent the staff including him in all the activities and adapting them appropriately.
He is thriving in the environment and is obviously very happy in the company of the staff looking after him.
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Review from Samantha A (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started only a few weeks ago, I was that typical mother constantly worried about how settled he was and whether he was enjoying himself. The room leader and his key worker really went above and beyond, updating me via family reassuring me and telling me I can contact any time. The food
always smells delicious and all staff are so easy to speak too.
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Little Green Rascals to anyone.
5 stars.
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Review from James R (Father of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery. Kids very happy here. Friendly and enthusiastic staff and good communication regarding how kids are getting on.
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Review from Ben C (Father of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has excellent facilities and activities, the food is great but the real highlight is the team and their commitment to care and to learning in a fun and innovative way.
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Review from Lucy H (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An excellent provision, tailored to each child. Family feel throughout and outstanding management, they're always there to chat to. The facilities are second to none and our son is always keen to go!
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Review from Megan P (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic facilities, food and staff! Children’s care is at the heart of everything they do and lots of fun activities which are shared while you’re at work.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.935)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.935) out of 10 for Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.935 for Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington is calculated as follows: ( (306 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 324 Ratings = 4.935
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Green Rascals Day Nursery Elvington is based on 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 98 number of registered child places is 19.6, which has been reached with 27 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Andrea

Andrea Simpkin

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hi! I'm Andrea, and I'm the Nursery Manager here at Elvington.


I have over 20 years of experience in early years now and I still feel that it is extremely important to read and research as best practice evolves - this is something I am very passionate about.? I feel very privileged to be a part of Little Green Rascals and the vision that they have, which is truly outstanding.


We look forward to welcoming you to our nursery!

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