Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Years Education in West Yorkshire
Established in 1991, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering exceptional early years care and education across West Yorkshire. Our approach combines the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework with personalized care, ensuring every child receives tailored support to thrive. Collaborating with NHS Trusts, Local Authority Early Years Services, and Sure-Start Centres, we prioritize partnerships to enhance family and community engagement. Our Ofsted-recognized standards reflect our commitment to quality, supported by a skilled team with decades of collective experience. We invest in continuous professional development, maintaining low staff turnover to foster stability and trust.Through initiatives like the Key Person system and inclusive practices, we create environments where children develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. Our nutritious meal programs, outdoor learning spaces, and sensory-rich activities cater to diverse needs while adhering to rigorous health and safety protocols. Recognized with awards such as the Kirklees Healthy Choice Gold Award, we remain focused on innovation and excellence in early childhood development.
Services
Key Person System
Outdoor Learning
Healthy Eating Programs
Parent Partnerships
Inclusive Education
Health & Safety Programs
EYFS Curriculum
Special Educational Needs Support
Nursery Management Training
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in early years education.
- Our staff maintain NVQ Level 3 qualifications as a minimum standard.
- We operate the Key Person system for personalized child development tracking.
- Our nurseries hold multiple health and safety excellence awards.
- We partner with NHS and local authorities for comprehensive family support.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Fantastic place
Enjoy coming
Amazing day
Exciting activities
Supportive staff
Services
Key Person System
Each child receives individual attention through assigned Key Persons who monitor development, facilitate parent communication, and provide emotional support. This system ensures consistent care while aligning with EYFS requirements for personalized learning journeys. Our practitioners maintain detailed child profiles to track progress and tailor activities.
Outdoor Learning
Our nurseries feature sensory gardens, planting areas, and adventure play spaces that encourage physical development and environmental exploration. Children engage in structured and free-flow activities that promote risk assessment skills while adhering to strict safety protocols across all outdoor environments.
Inclusive Education
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs through individualized plans, specialist resources, and multi-agency collaboration. Our trained staff implement differentiated activities while working closely with parents and external professionals to ensure equal access to all nursery programs.
Healthy Eating Programs
Nutritionist-approved menus offer balanced meals with vegetarian options and dietary accommodations. Children participate in food preparation activities while learning healthy eating habits through guided mealtimes with Key Persons, reflecting cultural diversity in our culinary offerings.
Parent Partnerships
We maintain open communication channels through regular parent meetings, policy consultations, and shared child development records. Our approach encourages family involvement in curriculum planning and celebrates cultural contributions to enhance children's learning experiences through collaborative partnerships.
People
Fran
Nursery Manager
Fran leads the Barkerend nursery team with over 15 years of childcare experience, maintaining strong community connections while ensuring high-quality care standards.
Yvonne Jack
Nursery Manager
Yvonne oversees operations at Daisy Hill and Heaton nurseries, bringing expertise in early years education and a commitment to staff development and child welfare.
Molly Brennan
Nursery Manager
Molly manages Spring Cottage nursery, specializing in creating stimulating outdoor learning environments that align with EYFS developmental goals for young children.
Ruth Normington
Nursery Manager
Ruth leads the Dewsbury nursery team, focusing on inclusive education practices and maintaining strong partnerships with local health and education professionals.
Gemma White
Nursery Manager
Gemma manages the Halifax nursery, prioritizing parent engagement and implementing innovative approaches to early language development and sensory learning.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 0-5 years, with dedicated baby, toddler, and preschool rooms at each nursery location.
How do you support children with special educational needs?
We implement individualized support plans, specialist resources, and multi-agency collaboration while maintaining inclusive classroom environments across all our settings.
Are meals provided at the nursery?
Yes, we offer nutritionist-approved menus with vegetarian options, fresh fruit snacks, and dietary accommodations prepared by experienced cooks using local ingredients.
How do you involve parents in their child's development?
We maintain open communication through regular meetings, shared development records, and parent workshops while encouraging family contributions to our curriculum.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff hold minimum NVQ Level 3 qualifications, with senior team members possessing Foundation Degrees or higher in childcare and early years education.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain rigorous health and safety protocols including regular risk assessments, staff training, fire drills, and compliance with Ofsted and local authority standards.
Reviews (3)
Roxoflove EmreElahi
Jan 17, 2022
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This nursery truly is a place for children. It is clear how the children are the central focus in the setting with high quality resources, well-thought provision activities and it's warm, friendly atmosphere. I started sending my children in October and the staff have been very flexible and understanding with their individual needs. My biggest… worry was the settling in process but the staff have been very flexible in helping me settle the children which made this nursery stand out from others. The staff have taken on board my children's interests and used this to lead conversations and
Fahrah Malik
Mar 25, 2021
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Yes! They are a caring team and are understanding. My daughter absolutely loves her time in Daisy Hill Nursery.. couldn’t recommend it more!
Sabreen Rehmat
Jul 18, 2017
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I would highly reccomend Childrens Place Barkerend Nursery. My son has been attending the last 3 years since he was 1 years old. All the staff are very professional and caring. Qais has fond memories from the time he has spent here. I would like to thank all the staff for looking after Qais, too many to name them all but Lauren, Katie, Alisha, Nayaab, Sabah, Sabrina, Kiran and Jack have been great. Keep up with the great work xx
