# Playcare Day Nursery

Playcare Day Nursery is a full-day nursery at Brotherton and Byram Children's Centre, Low Street, Knottingley, WF11 9HQ, in Byram, North Yorkshire. It is registered for 77 children. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It has a Google rating of 4.8 from 4 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Eversleigh Day Nurseries Ltd.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/playcare-day-nursery-ey490395  
Last checked 4 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Brotherton and Byram Children's Centre, Low Street, Knottingley, WF11 9HQ
- Registered places: 77
- Phone: 01977 607407
- Run by: [Eversleigh Day Nurseries Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/eversleigh-day-nurseries-ltd)
- Ofsted URN: EY490395

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 5 May 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/EY490395

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since June 2015 (Reference EY490395). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY490395)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 5 May 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY490395)
- Registered places: 77 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY490395)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 7 May 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1898030)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: Brotherton and Byram Children's Centre, Low Street, Knottingley, WF11 9HQ

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=53.723217,-1.268522

- 6 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Rugby Field Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Byram Park Road Playground, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.5 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: 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews (as of 4 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (October 2023) | yes | under 0.1 miles |
| Willow Green Academy | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (Improving) (September 2023) | yes | 0.9 miles |
| The Vale Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Outstanding; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Outstanding (December 2024) | yes | 1.0 miles |
| Burton Salmon Community Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (October 2023) | yes | 1.3 miles |
| Simpson's Lane Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Outstanding; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Outstanding (June 2025) | yes | 1.5 miles |
| St Botolphs CE Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (October 2024) | yes | 1.5 miles |
| Oyster Park Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Report card (February 2026) | yes | 1.6 miles |
| England Lane Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Outstanding (July 2024) | yes | 1.7 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Bright Sparks Childcare (Yorkshire) Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-sparks-childcare-yorkshire-ltd-2698797) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.7 miles |
| [Little Acorns Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-acorns-nursery-ltd-ey100881) | Report card Jun 2026 |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [Bright Sparks Child Care](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bright-sparks-child-care-ey405434) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.8 miles |
| [Cherry Blossom Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cherry-blossom-pre-school-2702811) | Good |  |  | 2.3 miles |
| [Little Rainbow Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-rainbow-nursery-2691938) | Good |  |  | 2.6 miles |
| [Play Safe At The Pavilion](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/play-safe-at-the-pavilion-2518231) | Outstanding |  |  | 2.7 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

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

Ofsted rated Playcare Day Nursery Good at its inspection on 5 May 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

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

Playcare Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 77 children at any one time.

### Who runs Playcare Day Nursery?

Playcare Day Nursery is run by Eversleigh Day Nurseries Ltd, which runs 2 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to Playcare Day Nursery?

Knottingley is the nearest station we know of, 1.2 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Playcare Day Nursery?

You can call 01977 607407.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY490395)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 4 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Playcare&query_place_id=ChIJGWmyn5tqeUgReQg5Ny6gk9w)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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