Nursery Advice
Claim Your Nursery

Grass Roots Private Day Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Aug 2021)
·
4.0(4 parent reviews)
·St Peter's Community Centre, St Peter's Avenue, Sowerby Bridge, HX6 1HB · Calderdale
Number of places
53 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2021
Local authority
Calderdale

About this day nursery

Grass Roots Private Day Nursery is a family-operated childcare facility dedicated to fostering a stimulating and positive environment where children can flourish both educationally and socially. The nursery prides itself on curiosity-led learning, allowing children the freedom to explore and develop within a secure and inviting setting.

The team is described as friendly, professional, and deeply passionate about providing exceptional care and enriching learning opportunities. They embrace creative thinking to offer engaging activities designed around each child's individual interests.

Grass Roots Nursery is committed to inclusivity, welcoming all families regardless of age, gender, sexuality, class, family status, financial means, disability, ethnic origin, culture, religion, or belief. The nursery aims to cultivate a warm and homely atmosphere where children of all ages feel safe and comfortable, enabling them to build confidence and thrive.

The curriculum and activities are planned with a focus on personal, social, and emotional development, in collaboration with parents, carers, and other relevant groups. The ultimate goal is for children to leave the nursery with the confidence and skills necessary to succeed in their future academic journeys and beyond, by encouraging communication, sharing, perseverance, kindness, emotional control, and learning through enjoyable experiences.

The nursery views success as a collaborative effort between the setting and parents/carers, striving to create an environment that supports this partnership.

Our ethos

Grass Roots Private Day Nursery's philosophy is centred on curiosity-led learning, giving children the freedom to explore and grow in a secure environment. They focus on individual interests, creative thinking, and personal, social, and emotional development. The nursery is committed to inclusivity and aims to foster a warm, homely atmosphere where children gain the confidence and skills for future success through enjoyable, collaborative experiences with parents and carers.

What it's like

Children engage in purposeful play and are curious, inquisitive learners, thriving through individualised support from highly skilled and experienced staff. Staff have high expectations and an in-depth knowledge of all children's capabilities, quickly narrowing learning gaps through targeted support, especially for those entering the setting below expected developmental levels with limited language.

Family-run settingCuriosity-led learningWild Roots outdoor sessionsOFSTED Outstanding

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Request pricing →

Key facts

Opening hours

Nursery: Monday to Friday 7.30am – 6.00pm (51 weeks a year, closed between Christmas and New Year). Preschool: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm (term time only, 38 weeks a year).

Session types

Morning session, Afternoon session, All day sessions

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2018

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Grass Roots Private Day Nursery

Last inspected 16 August 2021

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children engage in purposeful play and are curious, inquisitive learners, thriving through individualised support from highly skilled and experienced staff. Staff have high expectations and an in-depth knowledge of all children's capabilities, quickly narrowing learning gaps through targeted support, especially for those entering the setting below expected developmental levels with limited language.

Inspector highlights

  • Children engage in purposeful play and are curious, inquisitive learners.
  • Staff have high expectations for what children can achieve and an in-depth knowledge of all children's capabilities.
  • Leaders ensure that the curriculum continues to challenge all children, builds on existing skills and widens their experience.
  • Staff are exceptionally skilled and give high priority to children's language and communication development.
  • Leaders ensure that both staff and parents understand the safeguarding policy and the nursery's responsibilities around child protection.
Inspection #10204844 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents report how exceptionally well informed they are about their children's learning, skills and next steps.

Parents spoke of how they really valued this and the difference it made to the family.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities get the help and support they need through timely intervention, and staff get professional support quickly. Careful consideration is given to how any additional funding is spent to improve outcomes for children, such as for additional one-to-one staff, training, and resources.

Outdoor space

The report mentions children going on "woodland walks" and learning about their local area. Through everyday play opportunities, children learn how to keep themselves safe, for example, acting out putting on seatbelts on a bus they have made.

Parent Reviews of Grass Roots Private Day Nursery

4.0
(4)
Debbie Avery
5 years ago

The most amazing Nursery, couldn't ask for better. My son moved to Grassroots during Covid Lockdown and it has been an absolute blessing! My son has gone from not wanting to go into his previous setting to running to get in the door at Grassroots. He has grown and thrived during his time and I now feel that thanks to Grassroots he is ready for big school. A massive thank you to Lucy and her brilliant team.

Read on Google
Oz Eroglu
4 years ago

My son started nursery only a month ago and he is loving it, his life skills already improved so much and he is much more confident and social. It's amazing to see and be updated with his eating times, what and how much he ate, how long he slept, even his nappy changes. Me and my wife would like to thank everyone at grass nursery that are doing a great job 👏👏

Read on Google
Bianca Wood-Ives
7 years ago

I honestly couldn't be any happier with this Nursery. I had my little girl in a 5 star rated nursery elsewhere...and she was one very unhappy girl & would not settle at all. So I made the decision to move her to Grass Roots. And with in 2 weeks she was more settled than ever! Waking up every morning asking to go & not wanting to leave!! The staff are amazing, so friendly, helpful & welcoming ! Ithe setting is amazing & the outdoor space is great too! I feel so happy when I leave my little girl in their care. I was so happy I made the choice to also send my baby boy there who is only 4 months old !! And again they didn't fail to disappoint! My LG has come on leaps & bounds and it's all Thanks to these guys!! Wouldn't reccomened anywhere else !! X

Read on Google

Reviews from Google for Grass Roots Private Day Nursery. See all on Google Maps

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

16 August 2021

Outstanding

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

View full Ofsted report

Frequently asked about Grass Roots Private Day Nursery

Nearby day nurseries in Sowerby Bridge

Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Grass Roots Private Day Nursery.

Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details.

Claim listing

Share this nursery

Send to a partner, friend or family member.

This listing has been compiled from official Ofsted records, the nursery's own website, details provided directly by the nursery where available, and other trusted public sources. We regularly review and update listings to keep the information as accurate as possible. Learn more