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Greenglade Day Nursery and Forest School

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·Greenglade, Denholme Gate Road, Halifax, HX3 8HX · Calderdale
Number of places
100 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Calderdale

About this day nursery

Greenglade Day Nursery and Forest School, located in Hipperholme, Halifax, offers comprehensive childcare for children from six weeks old up to school age, operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, with extended hours available. The nursery prides itself on its Forest School approach, fostering a deeper connection with nature and promoting a positive, hands-on attitude towards learning.

They also provide dedicated care for school-aged children through before and after-school clubs, and a school holiday club. The nursery prioritises parent partnership, evidenced by a secure Parent Portal and Parentzone app for transparent invoicing and communication.

Greenglade offers a nurturing environment with a focus on holistic development, informed by evidence-based practices and a commitment to environmental awareness.

Our ethos

Greenglade Day Nursery and Forest School embraces a Forest School approach, fostering a connection with nature and a hands-on attitude to learning. They are committed to holistic development, environmental awareness, and strong parent partnerships.

What it's like

Children arrive at the nursery eager to start their day, supported by staff who know them well, helping them settle quickly. They confidently explore their environment, both in the nursery garden and at the forest school, demonstrating creativity with resources and nature. Children understand and recall boundaries, particularly at the forest school, showcasing excellent risk assessment skills and consideration for their peers.

Forest School approachAll-inclusive feesParent partnership through technologyExtended hours available

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on a flat full-day rate, with additional early morning sessions available to book separately. Fees are fully inclusive of all meals, nappies, wipes, formula milk, and outings. There are no charges for statutory bank holidays.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees include all meals, nappies, baby wipes, formula milk, outings, and parent portal access.
  • No fees are payable for statutory bank holidays.
  • A deposit is required to reserve a place, which is rebated against the first invoice.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday 7.30am - 6pm (arrangements can be made to care for children from 7am to 7pm)

Food

All fees include the full cost of all meals

Age range

6 weeks to school age

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Greenglade Day Nursery and Forest School

Last inspected 27 March 2023

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

What it's like to attend

Children arrive at the nursery eager to start their day, supported by staff who know them well, helping them settle quickly. They confidently explore their environment, both in the nursery garden and at the forest school, demonstrating creativity with resources and nature. Children understand and recall boundaries, particularly at the forest school, showcasing excellent risk assessment skills and consideration for their peers.

Inspector highlights

  • Children explore their environment confidently and are creative with the resources and nature around them.
  • Children demonstrate their knowledge of creating repetitive patterns and learn good mathematical knowledge and skills.
  • The nursery's curriculum builds on what children already know, resulting in good progress in their learning and development, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
  • Knowledgeable staff engage children's interest in stories, helping them develop good speech and language skills.
  • Children are critical thinkers in their play and learning, for example, experimenting with tubes and pipes to move water outdoors.

Areas to develop

  • 1consider the time that babies have when sitting waiting, especially at lunchtimes, to ensure that they are engaged and happy
  • 2ensure that staff follow food hygiene procedures to check the temperature of the food before serving to children.
Inspection #10283977 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The nursery's curriculum effectively builds on children's existing knowledge, ensuring good progress for all, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) is highly knowledgeable and dedicated to supporting children with SEND, ensuring their needs are met and appropriate adjustments are in place for them to thrive.

Outdoor space

Children spend lots of time outdoors in the nursery garden or at the nursery's forest school. They explore their environment confidently and are creative with the resources and nature around them, demonstrating excellent risk assessment skills and learning to manage their safety with experienced staff support.

Parent Reviews of Greenglade Day Nursery and Forest School

5.0
(2)
Paige Mctighe
2 years ago

My little girl (15month) has only been going here for a week but what a difference we have seen in her already! Within a couple of days she was off and happy to go in on her own. The parent app to be able to see what your child is up to all day really makes you feel comfortable leaving them. The staff are all so friendly and make you feel at ease. Would highly recommend this nursery.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2006

  • March 2023Good
  • March 2018Good
  • October 2017Inadequate
  • December 2015Good
  • August 2009Good
  • May 2006Outstanding

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