Please be aware; this is purely a listing service. None of the child carers or their qualifications have been checked out or verified by Selby, Tadcaster and Goole Mumbler. Selby, Tadcaster and Goole Mumbler does not endorse or recommend any of these child carers and parents are required to make their own enquiries and check references. Please see our full terms and conditions. Contact us here if you are a nursery, preschool, childminder, nanny or babysitter and would like to be included in this listing.
Childcare Options:
Private Day Nurseries. These are OFSTED registered privately run nurseries which usually offer a variety of different sessions. Usually they are open from 7.30am to 6pm although some may do extended hours, and are open throughout the year other than public holidays.
Pre-Schools usually offer sessional care for children from the age of 2 to 5. They often work only in term-time, and in most cases offer funded provision for 3 and 4 year olds. They will be OFSTED registered and you can usual pay for top up sessions if you need more than the funded sessions. These are often but not always attached to a school although attendance does not guarantee a place at the primary school.
Registered Childminders These are OFSTED regulated childcare professionals who look after children in their own home. They are usually flexible and may be able to offer school drop offs and pick ups. Hours will vary however most will do at least 8.30am-5.30pm.
Nannies & Baby Sitters. These carers are not necessarily OFSTED registered and would look after your children in your own home. Prices and experience varies greatly so do your research and get recommendations from people that you know well.
Here at STAG Mumbler, we are always keen to hear your recommendations of great childcare providers. If you know of one, simply drop us an email telling us all about them at stag@mumbler.co.uk
What type of childcare is right for us?
There are many different types of childcare setting, they all offer something slightly different, so it’s important to firstly decide what type of setting might work best for you.
Nursery
A nursery will usually take both young babies and children right up until the age of 5 or until they are due to start school. They will vary in size, and often offer all year round support, including early drop off times and later pick-up times.
Pre-School
A pre-school will usually take children between the ages of 2 and 5, many are attached to a school. They are considered a good way of helping prepare a child for school. Opening hours tend to align to schools, so they may not offer early drop offs or later pick-ups and may not open during non term time.
Childminder
A childminder will be self-employed and look after babies, toddlers, and children from their own home. Many offer a little more flexibility and might also be able to help with older siblings by providing before and after-school childcare.
Nanny
Nanny’s can often offer the most flexibility, as well as caring for your child in your home, they might also be able to assist with babysitting, cooking, cleaning and other chores around the house. Some Nanny’s might even live in the home with you.
It’s normal for parents and carers to be looking for different things when it comes to finding the perfect setting, so write a list of things that are important to you and focus on these as a priority.
Cost can play a big part, calculate how much the setting will cost per month and how much salary we be left for other things. It’s important to research what Government Childcare Funding might be available to you too.
To ensure you cover everything, create a list of questions to take with you. We’ve added some below to help give you a few things to think about. If you forget to ask something, get back in touch with the setting, ensuring you have all the answers you need to make the right choice.
Things to look out for
We know there can be lots of fun messy play that goes on in every setting, and that’s great, but are the premises clean and does there appear to be good health and safety measures in place?
Does the setting having a nice outdoor space enabling the children to get some fresh air and explore the outdoors?
Do children look happy?
What’s the settings Ofsted rating ?
Have you discussed this new chapter as a family? Who will do pick up and drop off, who will pay, who will look after the children if it’s a setting that is term-time only?
It’s a great idea to do a trial run to the setting, considering what time you would need to leave to do drop off and get to work and what time would you need to leave work to get there for pickup.
Our best advice is to follow your instinct, when you know, you know, it’s a feeling you get when you walk in and as you walk out, you’re likely to get that “This is the one!” moment.
Our Top 25 Questions you may want to ask
Wherever you choose, we hope you’ll find a great setting. There are some wonderful ones around and if you do find a great one, we’d love to hear from you at stag@mumbler.co.uk. We’ll get them added to our website, ensuring other parents know about them too.
We know that letting go of your child and sending them off to a childcare provider can be a huge cause of anxiety for many parents, you’ve probably spent the last 6-12 months together and suddenly you might be preparing to go back to work, not seeing them as much, and be placing all the responsibility for their care with a complete stranger. Kathryn at STAG Mumbler is a trained Return to Work Mentor and Coach, if you’re struggling with this new stage in your life, you can always get in touch at stag@mumbler.co.uk for advice and support from someone who has been there.
Peter Pan Nursery is a registered charity, pre-school nursery for children and families with additional needs based in Sherburn in Elmet. We offer places to children who have disabilities, illness, behavioural issues, speech and language delays, social anxieties etc. We also take children whose families require additional support and respite care due to illness, disability or mental health. The list is not exhaustive and any additional need would be considered. We have a team of highly qualified staff who are supported by a team of passionate, experienced volunteers, allowing us to offer amazing care. We believe that every child should be given the same opportunities to achieve their full potential, no matter what their starting point or ability. We offer a safe, stimulating environment with up to date equipment and fully inclusive outdoor play area. Places are available for funded children and for non-funded at a cost of £15 per session.
For further information, please call kay or Emma on 01977 681863 or email office@peterpannursery.co.uk
We also have a charity shop on Finkle Hill in Sherburn in Elmet, all children’s clothing is 50p per item. We also sell shoes, accessories, toys, books, electricals, bric-a-brac, kitchenware and equestrian items. We have a Facebook group ‘Peter Pan Nursery (Selby District) & Charity Shop’ and a Facebook page for our charity shop ‘PeterPan Charity Shop’.
A friendly local preschool providing the ideal environment for your child’s path to social interaction and education.
Doncaster Rd, Selby
T: 01757 291191
Begin your child’s learning journey in a safe, happy environment that is full of fun.
Howden Pre-School and Out of School Club is a charitable organisation, providing opportunities for children, aged 2 to 11, to develop and learn, and prepare our youngest children for the move into full time school.
Market Place, Howden
T: 01430 434769
Charity run pre-school in Hook providing childcare for ages 2-4 years.
We open term time only 8-3.30pm offering morning, afternoon and full day sessions along with a breakfast club for children aged 2-11 years (Hook Primary School).
We are an inclusive setting that grows, learns and develops happy healthy children!
T:01405 766953
“IT IS OUR MISSION TO PROVIDE A SAFE, CARING AND STIMULATING ENVIRONMENT FOR LOCAL CHILDREN”
