Esscroft Private Nursery in Burley-in-Wharfedale is celebrating after being awarded ‘Nursery of the Year’ for a second year at the Yorkshire Prestige Awards at Hazlewood Castle in Tadcaster on Monday, December 11th.

The nursery’s senior management attended the awards ceremony, where the winners are decided by a panel of judges who consider all nominees based on their successes, achievements over the year and development plans for the future.

Proprietor Maria Kouvatsos said: “This is the second year we have won this prestigious award. To receive another year of recognition for the care and loyalty our amazing staff team provides is an outstanding achievement and something we are all very proud of."

Earlier this year Esscroft celebrated a phenomenal 30-years of service, providing affordable, quality childcare to families in and around the Ilkley area.

Nursery Manager Ellen Ogley added: "On behalf of the senior management group, we would personally like to thank each individual staff member for the outstanding service they provide to our families. Esscroft a very special place to be part of."