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Greyfell Academy # Greyfell Academy Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · Holmfirth Road, Shepley, Huddersfield, HD8 8AZ · Kirklees Number of places 34 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 Local authority Kirklees About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Greyfell Academy, established in 2003, provides comprehensive full-time and part-time day care and preschool education for children aged newborn to five years. Located on the A635 in Shepley, between the Sovereign Public House and New Mill, the academy is set within an acre of rural landscape. This includes a secure garden with extensive wooded areas and large patios tailored for each age group, promoting outdoor learning and exploration. The facility boasts convenient parking, ensuring the safe arrival and departure of children, parents, and staff. Greyfell Academy is registered to care for up to 80 children, overseen by a team of qualified and registered staff selected for their dedication, experience, and commitment to early childhood care. The academy prioritises a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment indoors and outdoors, fostering curiosity and critical thinking. They emphasise strong partnerships with parents and carers and uphold the wellbeing of both children and staff as paramount, adhering to robust policies and procedures covering safeguarding, special educational needs, and parental involvement. Our ethos Greyfell Academy fosters curiosity and critical thinking by prioritising a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment that encourages outdoor learning and exploration. They emphasise strong partnerships with parents and carers, and uphold the wellbeing of both children and staff as paramount. What it's like Children feel safe and secure at this nursery and build positive relationships with the staff who care for them. They are eager to learn and explore the wide range of activities provided for them. Children benefit from a language rich environment and enjoy taking part in whole-group singing sessions. Established since 2003 Extensive outdoor learning environment Strong parent partnerships Experienced and qualified staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Mon - Fri 7:30 - 18:00 (Closed Sat, Sun, Bank Holidays) Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2003 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Greyfell Academy Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10237060 Lead inspector Aimee Hill Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50189047)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY248187) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=greyfell-academy-hd8-8az-ey248187) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Greyfell Academy Last inspected 21 April 2022 · Aimee Hill 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 feel safe and secure at this nursery and build positive relationships with the staff who care for them. They are eager to learn and explore the wide range of activities provided for them. Children benefit from a language rich environment and enjoy taking part in whole-group singing sessions. Inspector highlights - Managers have a good understanding of how young children learn and ensure effective key-person system. - Staff support children to develop a wide range of vocabulary, introducing complex words during activities. - Children enjoy physical play in the vast outdoor spaces and have regular opportunities to be active. - Careful consideration is given to support children to develop their independence. - Partnership with parents is a real strength of the nursery, with excellent communication and support. Areas to develop - 1 ensure children are given the time to answer questions being asked of them to enable children to process what is being asked - 2 consider how questioning skills of staff can be enhanced to provide children with opportunities to problem solve and think critically. Inspection #10237060 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50189047) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say that they feel well supported by the staff at the nursery. > They say that all staff know their children well and meet their needs consistently. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported by their key person. Staff work in close partnership with parents and outside agencies to ensure they understand children's needs. Outdoor space Children enjoy physical play in the vast outdoor spaces. All children have regular opportunities to be active and play outdoors. They enjoy running up and down hills and hopping on logs. Younger children push wheeled toys to help develop their balance. Inspection history Date: August 2009 - April 2022 Good - February 2013 Outstanding - August 2009 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Greyfell Academy ### Is Greyfell Academy Ofsted registered? ### How many places does Greyfell Academy have? ### What is the age range at Greyfell Academy? ### How is SEND supported at Greyfell Academy? ### What development areas are being worked on? ### Which funded childcare hours are accepted? ## Nearby day nurseries in Huddersfield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Greyfell Academy. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Shepley Pre-School (CIO) Huddersfield · HD8 8DD ](/nursery/shepley-pre-school-cio-hd8-8dd-2818834) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Barnaby's Day Nursery Holmfirth · HD9 7HA 4.8(9 reviews) ](/nursery/barnaby-s-day-nursery-hd9-7ha-ey385285) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school Holmfirth · HD9 1TE ](/nursery/hepworth-pre-school-and-out-of-school-club-hd9-1te-2645337) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### Looby Loos Day Nursery Holmfirth · HD9 1LS 3.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/looby-loos-day-nursery-hd9-1ls-2650090) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Wooldale Pre School Playgroup Holmfirth · HD9 1XZ ](/nursery/wooldale-pre-school-playgroup-hd9-1xz-311315) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Hey Days Nursery Holmfirth · HD9 7SE ](/nursery/hey-days-nursery-hd9-7se-ey291418) [See all nurseries in Huddersfield →](/search?q=Huddersfield) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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