Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School

2 Bolton Road, Addingham, Ilkley LS29 0NR
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Rachael Martin (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 53

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Providing a high quality, safe and stimulating environment for the children is so important to us whilst ensuring continued high standards and sustainability of the nursery.


    We pride ourselves on having a wealth of experience within the nursery team. Collectively our practitioners have over 120 years of early years' experience and all of whom are over 23 years of age.


    Please check out our website for further information about our fees, beautiful setting and our staff team.


    Our fee sheet is featured on our website.

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, a week at Easter, week commencing the 3rd Monday in August & Christmas
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Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School Reviews (9)

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Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.922) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School has 9 reviews.

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Review from Shona W (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest went to Nursery Rhymes until she started school last year and my youngest currently attends. She started when she was 10 months and is now 3. I couldn't be happier with Nursery Rhymes and how well my children have been cared for. The staff are caring, you can see the enthusiasm for what they
do and it's so nice to feel that my children are happy, safe and secure when I drop them off on a morning. I felt that they really supported my eldest to learn and grow in confidence before she started school, the communication is always great and my daughters love it there.
Reply from Rachel Martin, Manager at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Nursery Rhymes and the experience you have received so far, whilst your children have been with us. It really means a lot to…read more
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Review from Jodi B (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Nursery Rhymes since he was 10 months old and he is now 2.5. He absolutely loves it and has thrived there. He attends 2 full days per week and it really is a home from home for him. The girls who look after him are just wonderful and love him so much. He is so well cared for
and they really support his needs and development fully whilst also keeping close communication with me so that I feel fully involved in his nursery experience. My 3 month old son is down to start when he reaches10 months old and we can't wait to start his journey there too.
Reply from Rachel Martin, Manager at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Nursery Rhymes and the experience you have received so far, whilst your children have been with us. It really means a lot to…read more
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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely adores nursery and comes home every day with a big smile. The staff are friendly, caring and take care to cater to his individual needs. I'm so pleased he has settled there because I know he's looked after so well, has plenty to do and the food is great too. I'd definitely recommend
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Reply from Rachel Martin, Manager at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Nursery Rhymes and the experience you have received so far, whilst your children have been with us. It really means a lot to…read more
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Review from E R (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot speak more highly of the staff at Nursery Rhymes and the care our daughter receives. Our daughter (currently 14 months) has been at Nursery Rhymes for 3 months and loves it. The staff are so kind and really helpful and accommodating. When we collect our daughter, her keyworker(s) provide us
with an overview of her day and you can tell she has had a great day - she chats all the way home. The food is varied, balanced and our daughter clearly enjoys it. Her table skills since being at Nursery Rhymes, her chatting and her mobility (now walking) have come on so much. It is such a relief that she is so happy being there and that we are so happy with the care she receives. The setting is so welcoming and they regularly take the children outside/on a walk round the village which is so nice.
Thank you to Rachael and the whole team for making our daughter's days with you so enjoyable, stimulating and caring.
Reply from Rachel Martin, Manager at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Nursery Rhymes and the experience you have received so far whilst your children have been with us.

It really means a lot to…read more
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Review from Katie C (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nursery Rhymes has very much become an extended part of our family.
The team there are fabulous, communication is excellent and both my children have loved attending.
Warm, caring and nurturing the staff are wonderful - they also seem to stay a long time which i think really says a lot!
Reply from Rachel Martin, Manager at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Nursery Rhymes and the experience you have received so far whilst your children have been with us.

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Review from Jade C (Mother of Child) published on 25 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl started Nursery Rhymes in July 2022, I was anxious about leaving her as she seemed so young to start but being self-employed I didn't have a choice. The way the lovely ladies were with me and my baby was just incredible they understand how difficult it is and they really supported me
and totally set my mind at ease. I was so surprised at how quickly my baby settled in and when Id leave her there would be no tears (we even have tears sometimes when I leave a room at home) so now when I drop her off and quite happily leaves me is very heartwarming. The setting is incredible and it has so many activities and resources to keep all children entertained, I've had such a great experience with my baby that my older two are now booked into after-school club and they can not wait until it's jabber wockey days. Thanks so much for all your hard work and efforts to support our children.
Reply from Rachel Martin, Marketing at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
Dear Jade,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Nursery Rhymes and the experience you have received so far whilst your children have been with us.

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Review from E P (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have attended Nursery Rhymes from age 2 years, and now Jabberwocky Club. They really enjoy their time with the staff, who look after them brilliantly. The children complain about being collected to go home!
I value Nursery Rhymes approach to safety, and to communication with parents.
Reply from Rachel Martin, Nursery Manager at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
Thank you, Eleanor for your kind words and review of Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Club.
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Review from Lauren B (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends Nursery Rhymes 2-3 days a week and absolutely loves it. The outdoor area is great and she is regularly taken on walks to the park. The staff are amazing and make you feel like your little one is as precious to them as they are to you. The Nursery have been amazingly flexible when
I've needed to change days here and there and will always help when they can. I know when I drop her off in the morning that she is well-looked after and will be doing something fun and exciting.
Reply from Rachel Martin, Marketing at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
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Review from Elizabeth M (Mother of Child) published on 13 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at nursery rhymes when he was 3, all the staff have been fantastic and he really showed progress with his learning and social interaction. He now goes to the after-school club and looks forward to the days he goes. I highly recommend it.
Reply from Rachel Martin, Nursery Manager at Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.922)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.922) out of 10 for Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 5 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 4.950 for Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (57 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 60 Ratings = 4.95
  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 3.972 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School is based on 5 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.5
    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 53 number of registered child places is 10.6. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 10.6 = 0.472
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School

What is the Age Range of Children that Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School accepts?

Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School Open?

Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School is open: 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.

How many Children does Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School have capacity for?

Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School has capacity for a total of 53 Children.

How far is Nursery Rhymes & Jabberwocky Pre-School to the centre of Ilkley?

2.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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