Lara Nursery

I've worked in both private and state nurseries and visited many settings for my boys, but none came close to Lara. The staff are amazing-so caring, which is incredibly comforting when you have to leave your baby with someone all day. Their links with the community and the activities the children do are excellent. We get frequent updates on what the children are doing and-something I've never experienced before-a very detailed written review of my child's development. I had hoped to move the children to a school nursery as soon as possible because, as a teacher, I had always thought they were superior; however, after attending this nursery, my children will be staying here until school age.

Friendly informative staff. Excellent activities and resources provided. The extra such as sing and sign, baby yoga and going to Rugby Lodge definitely beneficial to children. Although I don't agree every child should attend and not pay children who pay should only do the activities. Everyone should pay the same. No different tariffs. Food excellent wide variety on the menu. Providing nutritional meals. Far better than any nursery I have worked in. Some parents let people in although they have clearly been asked not to due to safeguarding. I like that management are in rooms not sat in the office all the time but the door needs managing maybe parents escorted out.

Really impressed with Lara's nursery ,my son loves it here. The staff are really friendly and engaging with the children and they do a variety of activities. There is good communication between staff and parents and the updates with photos are really reassuring.

Fantastic nursery, don't believe you will find a perfect one to be honest, but Lara surely comes very close to it. Our son has come such a long way since starting here. The team is above and beyond. Would definitely recommend Lara any day.

We have had the best experience so far with Lara Nursery. Our little boys loves going and literally runs into his room everyday, with a massive smile on his face. The staff are all very friendly and supportive of all families. We get so many great updates throughout the day, which is lovely to see how he is doing and how he is developing.

I was really worried about her sleeping as she couldn't sleep without me , How she will stay with out me but she has been settled very well.She is enjoying the nursery and first few days I have seen her how confident she is ! Thank you Lara nursery.

A big thank you to Lara Nursery and their team!

I can't commend Lara nursery highly enough. Since our son started attending in May he's developed brilliantly. The ladies in Dreamer room put so much effort into helping the children build their skills and confidence. Our son genuinely loves attending the setting. I'd also mention the food, which again is excellent. There is a big focus on variety and nutrition which shows in the meals they have. Well done Lara, keep up the excellent work.

I have been so pleased with the staff, processes, delicious food and activities that my daughter experiences at Lara Nursery. I was nervous about sending her to nursery but the staff have made me feel really reassured and I can tell they really care about the children and their development.

My son has just started with Lara, he has been attending 1 month now. His confidence has come on lots. He is so interested in playing at home and interacting with the toys and activities we do with him. He loves being outdoors and Lara facilitates and support this amazingly. The food he eats is incredible, he is loving very minute. The team are absolutely fabulous, we feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful environment for him. Thank you so much.

We couldn't be happier with Lara Nursery. The staff are incredibly friendly, helpful, and clearly passionate about the children's wellbeing. Our daughter loves going every day! The food is nutritious and varied, giving us confidence in her health and development. There's a fantastic range of engaging activities, both indoors and out, including an adventurous outdoor space where safe play is always encouraged. The nursery is a secure, welcoming environment with a strong focus on progression, and we've seen amazing growth in our daughter. We especially love the unique connections with the local care home, fostering lovely intergenerational bonds, as well as the exciting visits from third-party guests-she cant wait for the animal day! Lara Nursery truly goes above and beyond.

Lara Nursery has been an incredible start to our child's journey. From day one, the friendly, welcoming staff made us feel at home. The support offered to both children and parents is outstanding, with clear communication at all times. The nursery follows a well-structured development plan with future goals tailored to each child. Facilities are second to none-safe, modern, and beautifully maintained. Staff are highly trained, caring, and professional. The food and nutrition menu is amazing, promoting healthy eating in a fun and engaging way. Cleanliness is exceptional throughout the building. We have total peace of mind knowing our child is in such a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment. Lara truly goes above and beyond in every aspect.

Amazing, amazing, amazing.

Would 1000% recommend this nursery to anyone in & around Thirsk.

We have been extremely impressed with Lara nursery as a family. This is our first experience of using a child care provider and we are very happy with the care our son receives. He has settled in quickly, helped by the staff who really show interest in him, his likes and dislikes, and show a lot of care treating him as an individual rather than one of a group. The team give a really warm welcome in the morning, clear hand overs, and keep us updated throughout the day with pictures and prompt responses to any messages we send. The food is also amazing, his nursery says are his best food days of the week! Finally, the management team have really helped with getting paperwork done beforehand and were able to help with getting the government funding sorted.

I previously posted about how excited I was to have my son attend Lara nursery and now he has been there for three months. He has excelled in every way. His speech and development has come on massively and I am so happy with everything he does at nursery. The app is an amazing tool for parents to keep up to date through the day with what their little ones are up to. I honestly thought I'd have my son attend Lara for a little while to get him used to being in a nursery setting and then when he was ready, transfer him to a nursery attached to a primary school so the transition to school was smoother but I don't think I'm going to after seeing how he is thriving and how well he is getting on. Staff are welcoming and helpful and I couldn't recommend Lara nursery enough.

We couldn't be happier with Lara Nursery. Our 1-year-old absolutely loves coming every day and it's so heartwarming to see how much he's developed since starting. The staff are incredibly caring and attentive, always making sure he feels comfortable and happy. It's clear they truly love what they do. The food is also fantastic-fresh, nutritious, and he loves every meal. We've seen such positive growth in his social skills, motor development and overall happiness. We're so grateful for the amazing team at Lara Nursery and couldn't recommend them enough.

My grandson has been at Lara Nursery since it opened he has blossomed in every way. The staff and management are impeccable and nothing is too much trouble. The daily diary of your child's day is great. Lovely friendly atmosphere. The nursery itself is spacious and inviting. The outside play area is brilliant and always clean and tidy.

My daughter currently comes home singing songs they are learning for their Christmas presentation. It has been such a joy watching her develop. Thank you!

If you are looking for a local nursery, we would wholeheartedly recommend Lara's.