The Willow Tree Private Nursery

78 Lake Lock Road, Stanley, Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF3 4HP

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The Willow Tree Private Nursery, Wakefield

The Willow Tree Private Nursery in Stanley, Wakefield, offers high-quality childcare for children from birth to eleven. They offer first steps in education and support children before and after school.

The ethos is It's Good To Be Me, which leads the curriculum to be child-centred, building understanding of self and others, respecting, caring, and being one community.

Staff form strong relationships with children and their families, and the child’s voice and wellbeing... Read more

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Type of Service

Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Attendance patterns offered

All Year or Term Time

Minimum attendance

2 days per week

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Owner

The Willow Tree Private Nursery Ltd
Private Owned

Person in charge

Christina Smith (Nursery Owner)

Number of Childcare Staff

Total Places for Children

Age Range

from 0 years 0 months
to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

Yes

Meal Types Provided

Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks

Consumables provided

Opening Times

Monday07:30-18:00
Tuesday07:30-18:00
Wednesday07:30-18:00
Thursday07:30-18:00
Friday07:30-18:00

When Closed

Bank Holidays

Parking

There is a car park behind the building.

Funding & Fees

Accepts government fundingAccepts tax-free childcare

Typical monthly cost for a 3-days place

£261/ month

Mid day rate, 9am-3pm is £45 per day.

Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.

Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.

Defaults shown

9 months to 2 years • 3-days • 30 hours funding • all year

How this price scales (per month)

2 days per week

£27

3 days per week

£261

5 days per week

£833

Adjust for your situation

Child's age

Days per week

Government funding used per week

Attendance pattern

What this price covers

Standard chargeable day 7:30am to 6:00pm (10.5 hours)
21.9 funded hours used per week. Remaining hours charged privately.
Included in this price: Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch and Snacks
You may need to provide everyday consumables, such as nappies, wipes and sun cream

Price without government funding: £858 / month (£66 / day)

If you're not eligible or haven't claimed funded hours.More info

£597/month more than the funded price.
This is what you'd pay if your child is under 9 months, or if you're not eligible for or haven't claimed funded hours.

About this price

How funding is applied, how the monthly figure is calculated.More info

Working parents of children aged 9 months to 2 years can usually claim up to 30 funded hours a week. The working-parent hours depend on each parent meeting the minimum earnings rules and earning under £100,000 a year. This nursery stretches funded hours across 52 weeks of the year. You've selected 30 funded hours.
This nursery applies up to 10 funded hours per day, stretched across 52 weeks of the year. With your selected funding, 21.9 hours are covered each week. Hours beyond this, including the early and late parts of the day, are charged at the standard rate.
We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.

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Child Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

News (1) & Events (0)

News

25 Mar 2026
The Willow Tree team had a research trip to Sweden, last weekend, where we spent time looking at their outstanding early years provisions and and practice. We got insight into...

Upcoming Events

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Awards / Recognitions (0)

There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for The Willow Tree Private Nursery.

Accreditations

There are no accreditations posted yet for The Willow Tree Private Nursery.

Meet the Team (5)

Christina SmithJob Title Nursery Owner and DirectorJoined 2022

As both the Director and Owner, Christina brings a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to early childhood education. With a deep commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment, Christina ensures that every child in her care feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Her hands-on leadership style, combined with her genuine love for children, sets the tone for a warm, family-like atmosphere where both children and staff thrive. Christina’s vision continues to shape the nursery into a place where little minds are nurtured and big dreams begin. Read less

Amanda Job Title Admin ManagerJoined 2024

Amanda is the friendly face and first point of contact at the nursery, welcoming families and visitors with her warm, approachable manner. As Admin Manager, she plays a vital role in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes, handling enquiries, organising key information, and supporting both staff and parents. Amanda’s professionalism, efficiency, and caring nature make her a valued and dependable member of the team. She is always ready to help with a smile, ensuring that everyone who walks through the door feels at ease and well-supported. Read less

Hajira Job Title Room LeaderJoined 2025

Room leader of butterflies

Molly Job Title Room LeaderJoined 2025

Room leader of Ladybirds

Sarah Job Title Room LeaderJoined 2024

Room leader of Bee room

Frequently Asked Questions about The Willow Tree Private Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that The Willow Tree Private Nursery accepts?

The Willow Tree Private Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years to 5 years.

What Days & Hours is The Willow Tree Private Nursery Open?

The Willow Tree Private Nursery is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does The Willow Tree Private Nursery have capacity for?

The Willow Tree Private Nursery has capacity for a total of 75 Children.

How far is The Willow Tree Private Nursery to the centre of Wakefield?

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

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