A nursery in North Yorkshire has reopened following a major £750,000 renovation.
Jigsaws Childcare Nursery in Church Fenton unveiled its new-look site after a two-month transformation that began in July and included the removal of its original prefabricated building.
The upgraded nursery, which celebrates its 20th anniversary next year, now has capacity for 77 children, up from 51.
Jigsaws Childcare Nursery has reopened in Church Fenton after a major renovation. (Image: Submitted)
Helen Smith, business manager at Jigsaws Childcare, said: "This has been a landmark year for Jigsaws.
"From investing £750,000 in a new nursery to securing our Healthy Early Years Gold Award, we have achieved some really significant milestones as an organisation, and we are incredibly proud of what they represent.
"As we approach our 20th anniversary, this is about more than celebrating our past – it is about shaping what comes next."
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Helen added: "This investment is future-proofing Jigsaws for the next 20 years and beyond, giving us the foundations to grow, innovate and continue making a real difference to children and families across our community.
"Behind all of this is an exceptional team of 28 members of staff who bring our values to life every day.
"Their dedication, alongside the support of our families and the wider community, has helped make Jigsaws what it is today."
Jigsaws can now care for 77 children following a major makeover of the Church Fenton nursery. (Image: Submitted)
The new two-storey, energy-efficient building was manufactured off-site and installed using 14 modular sections.
The project was delivered in partnership with Henszel Designs and Phoenix Building Systems.
Jigsaws is a not-for-profit organisation offering full-day nursery care, before- and after-school clubs, and support for children with special educational needs.
Jigsaws Childcare Nursery held an open day for the community to showcase the new site. (Image: Submitted)
The nursery also holds a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 and was the first in the Selby area to achieve Millie’s Mark in 2017, recognising childcare settings that go beyond minimum requirements for paediatric first aid training and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining staff skills and safeguarding children.
To mark the reopening, Jigsaws hosted a free open day, giving families the chance to explore the new site and meet the team.
Parent Katie Dean with her children and Helen Dean. (Image: Submitted)
Katie Dean, a parent whose children attend the nursery, said: "I honestly can’t put into words how grateful I am for everything Jigsaws has done for Gabriella.
"She absolutely adores going and has grown so much in confidence – her little friendships and social skills have just blossomed.
"As her mum, knowing she’s somewhere she feels completely happy, safe and loved is everything, and I trust the team implicitly."
She added: "They’ve become such a lovely part of our family’s life that there was never any question where her baby sister Connie would go – she’ll be starting soon too."