Little Explorers Day Nursery

💚Parents, we’ve got NEW resources… and they’re absolute game‑changers!

We know parenting comes with many questions like “Why won’t my child use the potty?”, “Is three hours of Peppa Pig too much?”, and “What even IS school readiness?”

Good news… we’ve got you.

🚽 Potty Training Guide – Starting Reception
https://startingreception.co.uk/potty-training/

Because nothing says “I’m ready for big school” like finally retiring the nappies.

📱 Screen Time Guidance for Under‑5s (GOV.UK)
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-screen-time-guidance-for-parents-of-under-5s

Helpful advice for when you’re wondering if CBeebies counts as a co‑parent.

🌱 Best Start in Life
https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/

A brilliant one‑stop shop for everything from funding and healthy eating to school readiness. Basically, it’s the website we all wish existed when we first became parents.

At Little Explorers, we’re all about giving you the best support possible and making the early years feel a little less like guesswork and a little more like “Okay, I’ve got this.”

You’ve got this. And we’ve got you. 💚

The Potty Training Guide - Starting Reception Potty training is an important milestone in your child’s development. We understand that all children develop at their own pace, but research shows it’s best for your child’s bowel and bladder health to stop using nappies, including reusable nappies, pull ups and training pants, between 18 and...

🌿 We’re Hiring: Level 3 Early Years Practitioner 🌿

Are you a warm, reflective and child‑centred practitioner who believes in slowing down, connecting with nature and creating truly meaningful moments for children?
We are looking for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our hygge‑inspired nursery, where calm spaces, outdoor adventures and nurturing relationships are at the heart of everything we do.
What we offer
💚A cosy, home‑from‑home environment rooted in hygge principles
💚A strong focus on wellbeing, connection and child‑led exploration
💚Beautiful natural resources and outdoor learning every day
💚A supportive, values‑driven team who care deeply about early childhood

Benefits

⭐️ All bank holidays off
⭐️ One week off at Christmas
⭐️ Hourly rate starting at £12.85 rising to £13.47
⭐️ Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution
⭐️ Free gym and swim membership at the Active North Yorkshire, Harrogate District sites.
⭐️ Generous annual leave entitlement
⭐️ High street discounts
To apply please click on the link below

https://nycjobs.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/I/4626/0/465616/23460/nursery-practitioner

We are ABSOLUTELY BUZZING (picture us squealing, flapping, and possibly scaring the postman) to announce that Little Explorers has been shortlisted for a Sustainability Award! 💚🌍

For eight whole years, we’ve been on a mission to save the planet one tiny pair of muddy wellies at a time. And honestly? We’ve become experts at making eco‑friendly chaos look good. Some of our proudest planet‑saving antics include:

💚Swapping disposable wipes for reusable wipes — because nothing says “we care about Earth” like washing 4,000 tiny cloths a week.

💚Using reusable wet bags for soggy clothes (we see your puddles, children, and we accept the challenge)

💚Breaking up with single‑use plastics — it’s not us, it’s definitely them.

💚Replacing paper towels with reusable cheeky wipes, because trees deserve better than being turned into soggy hand‑drying casualties.

💚Installing an air source heat pump, which makes us feel like we’re living in the future.

💚Choosing wooden resources because plastic toys crack under pressure (literally)

💚Making play dough with natural colouring, even if our hands sometimes look like we’ve been tie‑dye wrestling.

💚Recycling, upcycling, and occasionally turning random objects into educational masterpieces.

👍And that’s just the tip of our eco‑friendly iceberg. Sustainability isn’t a hobby for us — it’s part of our ethos, because there is NO Plan B for the planet. (If there was, toddlers would have found it and hidden it by now.😂)

➡️We are SO grateful to whoever nominated us — we owe you a reusable coffee cup and possibly a hug — and to Your Harrogate, Harrogate AFC, O'Connor Chiropractic and Envirovent for supporting these awards.

🙏🏻The ceremony is at Rudding Park, which means some of our team will be swapping aprons and paint‑splattered clothes for actual grown‑up outfits. Pray for us. ✨

https://www.facebook.com/share/18Z1n1P1te/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Congratulations and best of luck to our shortlisted finalists! 🏆

Happy Mothers Day to all our wonderful mums 🫶💚

🌿 We’re Hiring: Level 3 Early Years Practitioner 🌿

Are you a warm, reflective and child‑centred practitioner who believes in slowing down, connecting with nature and creating truly meaningful moments for children?

We are looking for a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our hygge‑inspired nursery, where calm spaces, outdoor adventures and nurturing relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

What we offer

💚A cosy, home‑from‑home environment rooted in hygge principles
💚A strong focus on wellbeing, connection and child‑led exploration
💚Beautiful natural resources and outdoor learning every day
💚A supportive, values‑driven team who care deeply about early childhood

Benefits
⭐️ All bank holidays off
⭐️ One week off at Christmas
⭐️ Hourly rate starting at £12.85 rising to £13.47
⭐️ Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution
⭐️ Free gym and swim membership at the Active North Yorkshire, Harrogate District sites.
⭐️ Generous annual leave entitlement
⭐️ High street discounts

To apply please click on the link below

https://nycjobs.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/W/2193/0/464587/23460/early-years-practitioner

Our Little Explorers have spent the week sharing kindness in the most beautiful, unselfish way. From choosing flowers and creating their own little bouquets to adding thoughtful handmade touches, they poured so much love into every moment.

The highlight was taking their creations out into our local community, offering them to the people they met and brightening someone’s day with a simple act of kindness. Watching their pride, their smiles and their eagerness to give without expecting anything in return was truly heart‑warming.
No need for last‑minute Valentine’s shopping, our little ones have already set the bar for spreading love🥰

Forget the Love Island villa… our children showed how to spread love properly, one bouquet at a time.

Our Little Explorers had the BEST day visiting the York Railway Museum! We hopped on the bus, jumped on the train, and spent the whole day discovering giant engines, shiny carriages, and all things trains. The children were full of excitement, curiosity, and the biggest smiles.

Parents… just a little warning: If you catch them checking your living room for “Platform 9¾,” we take no responsibility and if they now believe they’re the official conductor of your household, we fully support their promotion.

What a brilliant adventure for our Little Explorers….. where will our adventures take us next?

Vacancy Alert

🌿✨ We’re looking for a warm, calm and creative Toddler Room Lead to join us at Little Explorers Day Nursery. If you love cosy, nature‑inspired spaces and gentle, child‑led learning, this could be your perfect next step. Come help us create a little Hygge magic every day. ✨🌿

💚37 hours per week spread over 4 days with flexible admin time.
💚 Hourly rate of £15.06 rising to £16.35
💚 Free Gym and Swim Membership at the Active North Yorkshire Facilities across the Harrogate District
💚 High Street Discounts through our Employee Discount Scheme
💚 Local Government Pension Scheme
💚 Access to the Health Assured counselling service
💚 Free Parking

Closing date: 8th February 2026

To apply please click on the link below:

https://nycjobs.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/I/4309/0/463435/23460/early-years-room-lead

There’s something magical about eating alfresco as the sun goes down. Our Little Explorers enjoyed their tea outdoors last night, taking in the colours of the sky and the calm that comes with the end of the day. Being outside isn’t just fun it supports children’s health, boosts wellbeing, and gives them space to breathe, explore, and reset.

Here at Little Explorers, we like to do things a little differently. And if you’re a fan of a certain TV show, this photo might even remind you of “the Upside Down”… though don’t worry there are definitely no Demogorgons in Harrogate.

Just happy children, fresh air, and a beautiful sunset. 🌅

Happy New Year from all of us at Little Explorers! 💚
As we step into 2026 — the Year of the Horse — we’re embracing the energy, optimism, and forward momentum this zodiac year brings. The Horse symbolises strength, independence, and a joyful spirit, and we’re excited to carry that same enthusiasm into our learning, play, and adventures throughout the year.
A huge thank you to our amazing Little Explorers staff team for their dedication, creativity, and hard work throughout 2025. You’ve made such a positive impact, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything you do.
We’re looking forward to welcoming all our children and families back for another wonderful year together. Here’s to a bright, happy, and inspiring 2026! 🎉🐴💚

Happy New Year from all of us at Little Explorers! 💚
As we step into 2026 — the Year of the Horse — we’re embracing the energy, optimism, and forward momentum this zodiac year brings. The Horse symbolises strength, independence, and a joyful spirit, and we’re excited to carry that same enthusiasm into our learning, play, and adventures throughout the year.

A huge thank you to our amazing Little Explorers staff team for their dedication, creativity, and hard work throughout 2025. You’ve made such a positive impact, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything you do.

We’re looking forward to welcoming all our children and families back for another wonderful year together. Here’s to a bright, happy, and inspiring 2026! 🎉🐴💚