Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare and Early Education Services in East Yorkshire
Established in 2005, Blue Sky Day Nursery has been dedicated to providing flexible, high-quality childcare and early education services across East Yorkshire. Our mission is to create nurturing environments where children thrive through play, learning, and social interaction. With locations in Market Weighton, Cottingham, Pocklington, and York, we offer day nurseries, preschool programs, out-of-school clubs, and holiday activities tailored to meet diverse family needs. Our experienced team prioritises school readiness while maintaining strong partnerships with parents and local schools. We utilise government funding to make childcare accessible, stretching 30-hour entitlements across 51 weeks annually.Our facilities feature structured learning, outdoor play spaces, and seasonal activities designed to support holistic development. We maintain rigorous safety standards, including nut-free policies and supervised transportation services. Through annual graduation ceremonies and termly themed topics, we celebrate children's achievements and foster curiosity. Our holiday clubs include educational trips to local attractions, ensuring continuous engagement beyond regular term times.
Services
Day Nursery
Preschool Program
Out-of-School Club
Holiday Club
Government-Funded Childcare
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer government-funded childcare places for 2-4 year olds
- Our experienced team prepares children for school readiness
- We operate 51 weeks annually with flexible early start options
- We provide structured holiday clubs with educational field trips
- We maintain strong partnerships with local schools and authorities
Services
Day Nursery
Our day nurseries provide full-day childcare for children aged 2-4 years, offering government-funded places stretched across 51 weeks. Each location features structured learning environments with experienced staff focusing on developmental milestones. Facilities include outdoor play areas, meal provision, and flexible hours from 7:30am to 6:00pm.
Preschool Program
Our preschool rooms prepare children for formal education through curriculum-based activities and social skill development. Experienced educators implement transition programs that balance emotional growth with academic preparation. We host annual graduation ceremonies to celebrate developmental achievements and provide parents with school application guidance.
Out-of-School Club
We offer supervised before-and-after school care with transportation services to local primary schools. The program includes breakfast/snack provision, homework support, and recreational activities. Children engage in seasonal topics and have access to soft play areas and outdoor spaces during supervised sessions.
Holiday Club
Our holiday clubs run during school breaks with themed activities including nature exploration, arts & crafts, and educational trips. We provide full-day care with meal plans featuring seasonal menus. Popular excursions include visits to animal parks, forests, and seaside locations, requiring advance booking due to limited transport capacity.
Government-Funded Childcare
We administer government funding for 30-hour childcare entitlements, distributing these across 51 weeks to balance annual costs. Our team assists parents with funding applications and offers flexible booking options. We maintain compliance with eligibility requirements while ensuring accessible pricing for eligible families.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We cater to children aged 2-4 years through our nursery and preschool programs, with out-of-school clubs for primary school-aged children.
Do you offer government-funded childcare places?
Yes, we provide funded places for 2, 3, and 4 year olds, stretching the 30-hour entitlement across 51 weeks annually.
What holiday activities are available?
Our holiday clubs feature themed activities, crafts, outdoor adventures, and educational trips to local attractions like animal parks and nature reserves.
Do you provide transportation services?
Yes, we offer supervised transportation to local primary schools in Market Weighton and collect children from designated school gates.
What safety policies do you enforce?
We maintain strict nut-free policies, supervise all outdoor activities, and ensure staff-to-child ratios meet regulatory requirements across all locations.
How do you prepare children for school?
Our preschool curriculum focuses on social skills, emotional development, and foundational learning through structured activities led by experienced educators.
Reviews (4)
Poppy Louise Nash
Nov 13, 2020
Report
An absolutely amazing nursery, all I ever wanted and more for my daughter. She’s 18 months and started when she was 3 months old. The love and nurturing she has received is second to none. They love your children like they are their own, I would even say it’s her second family. Never felt so safe even throughout the pandemic, especially with the procedures put in place! Deffo give it a view if you are thinking of popping your little one in nursery 💕💕
Scott Darling
Nov 12, 2020
Report
As a first time parent, we was nerveous about our daughter starting nursery and didn’t know what to expect. How ever Blue Sky have been amazing and we can’t thank them enough. Our daughter loves going and she can’t wait to go. They make us feel welcome and make us know our daughter is going to be well looked after and they’ve also been brilliant helping her learn. Would definitely recommend this nursery
Laura Michelle
Aug 10, 2019
Report
Two of our children have attended Blue Sky Day Nursery in the past and we have always been happy with the care that they have received. Our youngest child will be starting in the baby room soon and I know she will be very well cared for by the lovely staff. I highly recommend this Nursery and Out of School club 😀
Danica Seaman
Apr 04, 2019
Report
The staff are Brill, really caring and supportive, been great with my daughter that isnt the best eater and gone out of there way to reassure me and try help me. always greeted with a smile and my daughter jumps into the girls arms for cuddles as soon as she gets there. been going around 9 months now as she still loves it and has thrived. happy mama here!
