# Brayton Headstart Preschool

Brayton Headstart Preschool is a sessional pre-school at Grounds of Brayton Academy, Doncaster Road, Selby, YO8 9QS, in Brayton, North Yorkshire. It is registered for 30 children. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection in September 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 1 review (November 2026).

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/brayton-headstart-preschool-2682967  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: Grounds of Brayton Academy, Doncaster Road, Selby, YO8 9QS
- Registered places: 30
- Phone: 01757 291191
- Website: https://www.brayton-headstart.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 2682967

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its inspection on 12 September 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

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

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2682967

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since June 2022 (Reference 2682967). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2682967)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 12 September 2024). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2682967)
- Registered places: 30 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2682967)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 22 January 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1898078)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Grounds of Brayton Academy, Doncaster Road, Selby, YO8 9QS

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=53.773897,-1.083117

- 9 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

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

## Ratings

- Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review (as of 4 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy | Primary | 4–11 | Good (February 2024) |  | 0.2 miles |
| Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (January 2026) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Brayton Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (April 2024) | yes | 0.5 miles |
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Good (January 2023) |  | 0.8 miles |
| Selby Community Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | School remains Good (April 2022) | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby | Primary | 2–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (June 2025) | yes | 1.1 miles |
| Staynor Hall Primary Academy | Primary | 2–11 | Standards maintained (July 2025) | yes | 1.2 miles |
| Barlby Bridge Community Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (April 2024) | yes | 1.2 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Brayton Busy Bees Pre-school](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/brayton-busy-bees-pre-school-400459) | Good |  |  | 0.6 miles |
| [Selby Community Preschool](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/selby-community-preschool-400429) | Good |  |  | 0.8 miles |
| [Jelly Tots Nursery (Goole) Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/jelly-tots-nursery-goole-ltd-2718166) | Good |  |  | 0.8 miles |
| [Butterflys Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/butterflys-day-nursery-ey302657) | Good |  |  | 0.8 miles |
| [Sparkles Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/sparkles-day-nursery-2718092) | Good |  |  | 1.0 miles |
| [Brightstart Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/brightstart-day-nursery-ey346144) | Good |  |  | 1.3 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Brayton Headstart Preschool's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Brayton Headstart Preschool Outstanding at its inspection on 12 September 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Brayton Headstart Preschool take?

Brayton Headstart Preschool is registered with Ofsted for up to 30 children at any one time.

### What is the nearest station to Brayton Headstart Preschool?

Selby is the nearest station we know of, 1.0 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Brayton Headstart Preschool?

You can call 01757 291191 and visit www.brayton-headstart.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2682967)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 4 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Brayton+Headstart&query_place_id=ChIJT1ATt649eUgRQXigIpIrAFY)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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