Business Details
Childcare Experts in Harrogate
Penny Pot Nursery in Harrogate is dedicated to providing high-quality childcare that meets the needs of both children and parents. Our purpose-built facility, recently refurbished with funding from the Early Learning and Childcare Support Fund, offers a warm, stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We cater to military and non-military families, with dedicated rooms for different age groups including Bright Buttons (3 months-2 years), Roaring Rockets (2-3 years), and Super Stars (3-5 years). Our experienced team prioritises individual care, with SENDCo support and a focus on partnerships with families.The nursery features enhanced security, an indoor gym, and outdoor play areas designed to foster learning through exploration. We maintain a home-from-home atmosphere where children develop social, creative, and academic skills through varied activities and homemade meals. Our staff receive ongoing training to ensure they deliver care that combines professionalism with genuine affection, helping children transition smoothly to school life.
Services
Baby Room Care
Toddler Development
Preschool Preparation
Outdoor Play Areas
Special Educational Needs Support
Highlights and features
- Experienced team with specialist SEND support
- Recent 250,000 facility upgrade with enhanced security
- Home-from-home environment with age-specific learning areas
- Partnership approach with parents and local community
- Nutritious homemade meals prepared daily
What people say
Amazing staff
Nurturing environment
Creative learning
Nutritious homemade meals
Smooth settling process
Services
Baby Room Care
Our Bright Buttons room provides nurturing care for infants aged 3 months to 2 years. With separate areas for different developmental stages, we ensure appropriate stimulation through sensory play and structured routines. Our staff maintain consistent communication with parents to align care practices with home routines.
Toddler Development
Roaring Rockets room supports children aged 2-3 years through continuous provision that encourages exploration and social development. Our curriculum focuses on developing motor skills, language acquisition, and early problem-solving through play-based learning activities tailored to individual needs.
Preschool Preparation
Super Stars room prepares 3-5 year olds for formal education through structured learning across all seven early years curriculum areas. We develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills while fostering creativity through themed activities and outdoor learning experiences in our upgraded play areas.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our qualified SENDCo Jayne provides specialist support for children with additional needs. We create individual development plans in partnership with parents and external professionals, ensuring all children can fully participate in nursery activities through appropriate adaptations and resources.
Outdoor Play Areas
Recently upgraded outdoor spaces offer physical development opportunities through climbing frames, riding areas, and gardening activities. These spaces encourage risk assessment skills and environmental awareness while meeting Forest School principles through structured outdoor learning experiences.
People
Tracy
Manager
Experienced nursery manager with over 15 years in early years education, holding Level 3 childcare qualifications and SENCO training. Leads staff development and maintains high Ofsted standards.
Sarah
Deputy Manager
Qualified deputy manager with specialist training in child development and behaviour management. Oversees daily operations and supports staff mentoring across all age groups.
Jayne
SENDCo
Special Educational Needs Coordinator with advanced qualifications in inclusive practice. Develops individual support plans and coordinates multi-agency working for children with additional needs.
Michaela
Senior Practitioner
Senior childcare practitioner specialising in early communication development. Holds Level 3 qualifications and provides mentoring to junior staff in the baby and toddler rooms.
Sara
Early Years Teacher
Qualified teacher with expertise in preschool curriculum delivery. Plans structured learning activities that align with national early years foundation stage requirements while maintaining play-based approaches.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We care for children aged 3 months to 5 years across our Bright Buttons, Roaring Rockets, and Super Stars rooms.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we accept 2-year-old funding and 3-4-year-old funding as part of government childcare schemes.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff are fully qualified in childcare with ongoing training, including our SENDCo Jayne for special educational needs.
How do you support children's meals?
We provide freshly prepared meals daily with varied menus, accommodating dietary requirements while encouraging healthy eating habits.
Can I visit before registering?
Yes, we welcome visits to our Harrogate nursery to meet staff and view our recently upgraded facilities.
