Ofsted is responsible for educational standards across the UK and ensuring compliance with national standards. Choosing the right nursery can be a tough task for parents weighing up options for early years education for their children.
2023 has seen Bright Horizons Tingley praised for its “tailor-made curriculum” specially designed to inspire and motivate children, while Little Owls Rothwell was hailed for the “secure emotional attachments” formed between children and staff that allow them to flourish.
So as we look forward to 2024, here are the 15 Leeds nursery and preschools, within 10 miles of Leeds city centre, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Take a look below and see whether your child’s school is on the list...

7. Little Owls Nursery Rothwell
Little Owls Nursery Rothwell, located in Cornwell Crescent, Rothwell, was rated Outstanding in December 2023. Photo: Google/Little Owls Rothwell

8. Shadwell Childcare Ltd
Shadwell Childcare Ltd, located in Shadwell Primary School, Main St, Shadwell, was rated Outstanding in March 2023. Photo: Google

9. Best Childcare Nursery
Best Childcare Nursery, located in Chapeltown Road, was rated Outstanding in June 2023. Photo: Google

10. Little Owls City and Holbeck Nursery
Little Owls City and Holbeck Nursery, located in Hunslet Hall Rd, Leeds, was rated Outstanding in July 2023. Photo: Google

11. Talbot Primary School Nursery
Talbot Primary School Nursery, located in East Moor Road, Roundhay, was rated Outstanding in May 2023. Photo: Mel Hulme

12. Little Oaks
Little Oaks, located in Ireland Wood Primary School, Raynel Gardens, Lawnswood, was rated Outstanding in November 2023. Photo: Google