# Appletrees Day Nursery

Appletrees Day Nursery is a full-day nursery at Woodlands, Green Lane, Littlethorpe, RIPON, HG4 3LR, in Littlethorpe, North Yorkshire. It is registered for 28 children. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in March 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/appletrees-day-nursery-ey382392  
Last checked 31 October 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Woodlands, Green Lane, Littlethorpe, RIPON, HG4 3LR
- Registered places: 28
- Phone: 01765 603644
- Website: http://www.appletreesdaynursery.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: EY382392

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 7 March 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY382392

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since May 2009 (Reference EY382392). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY382392)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 7 March 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY382392)
- Registered places: 28 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY382392)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 6 January 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1868539)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Woodlands, Green Lane, Littlethorpe, RIPON, HG4 3LR

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=54.111495,-1.501669

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Primary Academy Greystone | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (June 2026) | yes | 1.2 miles |
| Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Good (July 2023) | yes | 1.4 miles |
| Moorside Primary School & Nursery | Primary | 4–11 | Good (September 2023) |  | 1.6 miles |
| Ripon Cathedral Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (February 2025) | yes | 1.8 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Happylands Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/happylands-nursery-2879488) |  |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Happylands Nursery/Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/happylands-nursery-playgroup-ey493426) | Good |  |  | 1.6 miles |
| [Stepping Stones](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/stepping-stones-ey221441) | Report card Dec 2025 |  |  | 2.1 miles |
| [Little Pippins Montessori Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-pippins-montessori-nursery-2790971) | Report card May 2026 |  |  | 2.2 miles |
| [Kindercare](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kindercare-ey300452) | Good |  |  | 2.5 miles |
| [Yellow Ribbon Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/yellow-ribbon-preschool-2900707) |  |  |  | 3.0 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Appletrees Day Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Appletrees Day Nursery Good at its inspection on 7 March 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Appletrees Day Nursery take?

Appletrees Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 28 children at any one time.

### How do I contact Appletrees Day Nursery?

You can call 01765 603644 and visit www.appletreesdaynursery.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY382392)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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