Childminders and Day Nurseries
Childminders and Day Nurseries
Harrogate nursery Busy Bees Nursery Harrogate Cornwall Road ranked among top 20 in Yorkshire and the Humber
A Harrogate nursery has been recognised among the top 20 nurseries in Yorkshire and the Humber, highlighting the town’s reputation for high-quality childcare and early years education.
The Cornwall Road setting, part of the Busy Bees group, received the accolade from daynurseries.co.uk, based entirely on verified reviews from parents and carers.
One of the best nurseries in Yorkshire
The nursery ranked in the top 20 out of 1,161 early years settings across the region—placing it among the best nurseries in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Parents praised the setting for its:
- nurturing and experienced staff
- strong safeguarding standards
- high-quality learning and development
- welcoming, child-focused environment
The annual awards recognise excellence across 12 UK regions, measuring areas including facilities, food and nutrition, resources, and value for money.
Quality childcare in Harrogate
Providing care for more than 70 children aged three months to five years, the nursery offers a home-from-home environment designed to:
- support early development
- encourage independence and creativity
- prepare children for school readiness
This focus on early years education in Harrogate continues to attract families looking for trusted, high-performing childcare providers.
🗣️ Experienced leadership team
The nursery is led by manager Jade Garrard, who brings over 15 years of experience. She is supported by a long-standing team with more than 160 years of combined service.
Jade said:Winning a top 20 award means so much to us as a team. It reflects the dedication, care and passion we put into creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for every child.
We’re incredibly proud of the relationships we build with our families and the high-quality experiences we provide each day.”
Why this matters for parents in Harrogate
This recognition strengthens Harrogate’s position as a leading location for childcare in North Yorkshire, giving parents added confidence when choosing a nursery.
With strong parent reviews and a focus on development, the Busy Bees setting stands out as one of the top-rated nurseries in Harrogate.
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Little bs Childminding – Visit the website here
Location: 11 Lincoln Grove, Harrogate HG3 2UD – Phone: 07956 496108
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Little Dragons Day Nursery
Location: Dragon Hall, E Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LB – Phone: 01423 313932
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Nippers Nursery
Location: Wetherby Rd, Knaresborough HG5 8LG – Phone: 01423 865650
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Ringbeck Childminding
Location: Ringbeck Rd, Kirkby Malzeard, Ripon HG4 3QF – Phone: 01765 658286
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Safehands Day Nursery Harrogate
Location: Abbotsford House, 15 Kent Rd, Harrogate HG1 2LH – Phone: 01423 525544
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Sticky Fingers Childminders
Location: 44 Harlow Manor Park, Harrogate HG2 0HH – Phone: 01423 565450
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Sunflowers Day Nursery – Visit the website here
Location: Low Wath Rd, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5HL – Phone: 01423 712555
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The Happy Frogs – Visit the website here
Location: 8 Lynton Gardens, Harrogate HG1 4TE – Phone: 07968 744719
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Woodlands Day Nursery – Visit the website here
Location: 111 Wetherby Rd, Harrogate HG2 7SH – Phone: 01423 886470
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Zoe Atkinson Childminder
Location: Harlow Oval in Harrogate – Phone: 07709 393628
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Appletrees Day Nursery – Visit the website here
Location: Woodlands, Green Lane, Littlethorpe, Ripon HG4 3LR – Phone: 01765 603644
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Busy Bees at Harrogate Ripon – Visit the website here
Location: Kearsley Rd, Ripon HG4 2RN – Phone: 01765 698869
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Kids At Heart Day Nursery – Visit the website here
Location: Low Moor Ln, Scotton, Knaresborough HG5 9JB – Phone: 01423 862192
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Little Dragons Day Nursery – Visit the website here
Location: Dragon Hall, E Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LB – Phone: 01423 313932
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Penny Pot Nursery & Creche – Visit the website here
Location: Hildebrand Barracks, Penny Pot Ln, Harrogate HG3 2SD – Phone: 01423 501460
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Play Away Day Nursery – Visit the website here
Location: 34 Devonshire Pl, Harrogate HG1 4AD – Phone: 01423 566696
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Red Kite Children – Visit the website here
Location: Thistle Hill, Knaresborough HG5 8LS – Phone: 01423 867345
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Safehands Day Nursery Harrogate – Visit the website here
Location: Abbotsford House, 15 Kent Rd, Harrogate HG1 2LH – Phone: 01423 525544
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Twinkles Nursery Knaresborough – Visit the website here
Location: Mercury Court, Manse Ln, Knaresborough HG5 8LF – Phone: 01423 866169
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