A NURSERY that was established seven years ago has expanded and doubled in size.

Bright Beginnings, which is in the grounds of Bedale High School, was set up by owner Sara Robinson in 1996 with space for 20 children.

But now, with the addition of a fully equipped portable building, the nursery is widening its horizons and can take 40 youngsters, from babies up to five-year-olds.

Ms Robinson said: "We are a bit hidden away here and we try to be really homely, rather than like a school."

She also plans to use the extra space to set up an out-of-school club and a holiday club for the youngsters.