Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery

Our daughter attended Great Explorers for the summer term to help the transition to start reception in September. We were amazed at how quickly she settled and became a part of the school. The resources and access to the wonderful grounds are second to none. She has loved going on weekly trips out in the minibus, the varied activities linked to topics and the free play in the fantastic setting. Ballet, music, art and gym have further added to an already packed activity plan! The specialist staff are friendly and approachable and really get to know each child. Chef produces yummy and nutritional meals, fresh each day. We cannot praise enough.

My son has been at Ghyll Royd preschool for nine months. It is a fantastic setting with beautiful grounds and plenty of outside space to play. The staff are wonderful and have created a friendly and nurturing environment. He can be a shy child but his confidence has improved significantly. He particularly loves the weekly welly walks and music lessons coming out beaming and happy at the end of each day. Highly recommend this preschool.

Our child has now attending Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery since summer 2020 and absolutely loves it. We initially looked around thinking ahead for the school but we were really impressed by the nursery facilities, the staff and fantastic outdoor space. We made the decision to move nursery and we haven’t looked back.

Ghyll Royd is the most fantastic nursery. The staff are warm and friendly, and the nursery feels like home from home to my little girl. The outside space is enormous and the children are out whatever the weather. I can’t think of a better place for her to spend her early years.

My son has loved attending this nursery since he turned two. His speech has come on so much and he looks forward to going to school. The teachers are kind, caring and are always finding new activities to do with the children. My son’s favorite part of the school has to be the outdoor space. There is lots of room to run, play and explore in the outdoor classroom, which the kids go out in, rain or shine!

Starting with the headteacher, a culture of focus on the individual student permeates through the entire staff. It is a school that is completely committed to each and every student within their care. We have two young kids at Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery and they have both flourished which is due to the fact that their needs are tailored for. Most importantly, they love going to school here! The grounds are fantastic and even the chef receives rave reviews. It is a positive and encouraging environment and we are proud to be a part of this amazing community.

My son settled in so well at Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery. They have a variety of activities that are educational and fun for all the children this includes music class, sport and a vast amount of outdoor play. The teachers are all fantastic, give regular feedback on progress and they are so caring towards the children. Great Explorers has given an excellent foundation for my son starting primary school and this is due to the environment and dedication of the staff at Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery. I highly recommend anyone who is considering where to send their children for nursery and preschool to go to Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery.

Overall I am extremely pleased with the nursery. The staff seem great at their job. They organise loads of various activities for the little ones. My child got used to the setting very quickly and now goes with great pleasure and excitement. It genuinely feels like an extension to the family! The building and surrounding areas are absolutely wonderful and give plenty of opportunity for loads of time spent in the open, which they do. The one (and perhaps only) thing I would recommend as an improvement is the menu. At the moment it seems very potato-pasta-pizza heavy, which has gotten our child somewhat used out of eating loads of veggies like before. In addition, there are often sugary sweets given to the children as an extra gift or treat, which is a very kind gesture, but personally, I’d prefer more focus on healthy eating habits.

Excellent nursery with lovely staff and great facilities. We feel really happy with our son at this nursery and he has thrived there. He is encouraged to play and learn and talks very highly of his time at nursery. We could not be happier with this nursery.

My son settled extremely quickly into Ghyll Royd Pre-School and Nursery. Initially, he was upset about going, which is very normal but passed swiftly and he soon enjoyed going. He particularly likes the nursery staff and his new school friends. He is very happy at the nursery, therefore, I’m very happy. Additionally, I’m extremely pleased with the communication, activities and all the staff, my son is certainly thriving. Thank you Ghyll Royd.