Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care Services in Richmond, North Yorkshire
Established in 2013, we provide a nurturing environment for children aged 0-5 years in a historic Yorkshire stone building. Our Ofsted-rated Good nursery prioritises a 'home from home' experience, blending the Curiosity Approach with Montessori principles to foster independent, confident learners. With a dedicated team averaging over a decade of experience, we maintain continuity of care while adhering to the latest EYFS standards.Our purpose-built facility in Richmond, North Yorkshire, features age-specific learning spaces and an outdoor classroom that supports holistic development through play. We maintain transparent communication with families, aligning our practices with home routines while delivering evidence-based early years education.
Services
Nursery Care
Early Education
Outdoor Play
Child Development
Funding Support
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Established in 2013 with continuous Ofsted-rated Good provision
- Experienced team with average 11+ years in early years education
- Unique blend of Curiosity Approach and Montessori methodologies
- Purpose-built nursery in historic Yorkshire stone building
- Strong community ties with local food suppliers and partnerships
Associations and certifications
- The Curiosity Approach
What people say
Happy and settled children
Dedicated experienced staff
Excellent curriculum approach
Beautiful outdoor space
Strong parent partnerships
Services
Nurture Nest (0-2's)
Our Nurture Nest provides age-appropriate care for infants in two dedicated spaces. Non-mobile babies enjoy sensory-rich environments while older babies develop motor skills through exploratory play. Staff follow individual routines while implementing curiosity-led activities that support emotional development and early communication skills.
Wildflowers (2-3's)
This toddler room encourages active exploration through child-led learning. Practitioners facilitate creative play, nature discovery, and social skill development while maintaining observational assessment to tailor activities to emerging interests and developmental needs.
Bloom Room (3+)
Our pre-school environment prepares children for formal education through balanced adult-led and self-initiated activities. Focus areas include early literacy, numeracy, science exploration, and collaborative projects that develop problem-solving and self-regulation skills.
Outdoor Learning
The purpose-designed garden features sheltered classrooms, physical development equipment, and natural exploration areas. Children engage with mud kitchens, gardening beds, and sensory play spaces that support the Curiosity Approach's emphasis on nature-based learning and hands-on discovery.
Funding Support
We assist eligible families with government-funded childcare schemes, offering 15-30 hours weekly provision. Our automatic discount system simplifies access to term-time funding while maintaining year-round operation for working parents' flexibility.
People
Hannah Hurley
Owner
With decades of early years experience, Hannah established Rooftops after training in Steiner and Montessori methods. She leads our Curiosity Approach implementation while maintaining strategic oversight of educational standards.
Hayley Rogers
Manager of Operations
Hayley oversees daily operations with 15+ years in early years education. She develops staff training programs and ensures curriculum excellence while maintaining our nurturing environment standards.
Reanna Gamble
Manager of Admin and Training
Reanna holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Education and Early Years Teacher Status. She manages administrative systems and delivers staff training programs with 11 years of specialist early childhood education experience.
Sam Phillips
Deputy Manager
Sam leads our Nurture Nest unit with a Level 5 childcare qualification. She provides SENCO support while creating developmentally appropriate environments for our youngest children.
Emily Smith
Qualified Teacher
Emily delivers pre-school education in the Bloom Room with Qualified Teacher Status. She specialises in transition-to-school programs and implements evidence-based early literacy and numeracy strategies.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We provide care for children from 0-5 years across three dedicated rooms: Nurture Nest (0-2), Wildflowers (2-3), and Bloom Room (3+).
How does your curriculum support child development?
Our approach combines the Curiosity Approach with Montessori principles, focusing on child-led learning through play, sensory experiences, and outdoor exploration aligned with EYFS standards.
Are you Ofsted registered and what is your rating?
Yes, we are Ofsted-registered with a current 'Good' rating following our April 2022 inspection, reflecting our quality childcare and educational provision.
Do you offer government-funded childcare places?
We offer eligible families 15-30 hours of government-funded childcare weekly, with automatic discount application for qualifying 2-4 year olds as per North Yorkshire County Council criteria.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Our team includes Level 3 Practitioners, SENCO trainees, and qualified teachers, with management staff holding degrees and postgraduate qualifications in early childhood education.
