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Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school # Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · Village Hall, Towngate, Holmfirth, HD9 1TE · Kirklees Number of places 44 places Age range 2–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 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 Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school is a not-for-profit charitable organisation situated in the Village Hall in Hepworth, near Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. The setting welcomes children aged 2 years up to school age for its pre-school sessions, and offers out-of-school care for children aged 2 to 11 years. Staffed by qualified childcare professionals and overseen by a parent committee, the playgroup focuses on providing a fun, engaging, and secure environment where children can learn through play. They are an OFSTED-inspected establishment and are registered as a charity, dedicated to fostering a happy and caring atmosphere for all children in their care. The pre-school schedule includes morning, afternoon, and full pre-school days, as well as extended full-day options. For older children, a breakfast club and after-school club are available to accommodate working parents' needs. Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school actively engages with the local community, including fundraising events, and maintains an online presence through social media platforms. What it's like Staff greet children warmly at this nurturing and welcoming pre-school. Children are happy and settle quickly and use adults as a secure base from which they explore the environment. Children develop good hand-eye coordination and mark-making skills, which prepares them for the next stage in their learning. Charity-run OFSTED inspected Out-of-school club available ## Pricing & funding 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 →](http://www.laserlight.co.uk/hepworthplaygroup/contact_us.htm) ## Key facts Opening hours Pre-School: Monday to Friday, Mornings 9.00-12pm, Afternoons 12.00-3pm, Pre-school day 9.00-3pm, Full Day 7.30-6pm. Out of school club: Monday -Friday, Breakfast Club 7.30-9.00am, After School Club 3.15-6pm Age range 2-11 years Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school Last inspected 11 January 2024 · Miriam Caldecott 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 Staff greet children warmly at this nurturing and welcoming pre-school. Children are happy and settle quickly and use adults as a secure base from which they explore the environment. Children develop good hand-eye coordination and mark-making skills, which prepares them for the next stage in their learning. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers plan an effective key-person system, helping staff to form positive relationships with children. - Staff promote a love of reading by reading stories with children and providing book bags to take books home. - Staff support children's communication and language development effectively during social times like lunch. - Staff promote mathematical language very well, using terms of shape and size and supporting children to count objects. - Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) extremely well, liaising with professionals and agencies. Areas to develop - 1 provide further opportunities for children to develop their critical thinking. Inspection #10305576 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240084) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10305576 Lead inspector Miriam Caldecott Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240084)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2645337) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](http://www.laserlight.co.uk/hepworthplaygroup/) Village Hall, Towngate, Holmfirth, HD9 1TE Opening hours Pre-School: Monday to Friday, Mornings 9.00-12pm, Afternoons 12.00-3pm, Pre-school day 9.00-3pm, Full Day 7.30-6pm. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=hepworth-pre-school-and-out-of-school-club-hd9-1te-2645337) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that staff are nurturing and supportive. > They value the 'home- from-home' environment. > Parents share that the pre-school is at the heart of the community. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) extremely well. They seek information from professionals working with children with SEND, have plans in place to meet individual needs, attend meetings and liaise with agencies. Staff welcome families and children with SEND into the pre-school. Outdoor space Staff plan effective opportunities for children to develop their physical skills, and children move around confidently. Children learn to climb the steps of the climbing frame, and staff teach children how to come back down the steps safely. Inspection history Most recent inspection 11 January 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50240084) ## Frequently asked about Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school ### What is Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find fees for Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school? ### What are the opening hours for Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school? ### Does Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school support children with SEND? ### What age range does Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school cater for? ### Is Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school a charity? ### How does Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school engage with the community? ### Do children have opportunities for outdoor play at Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school? ### How can I contact Hepworth Playgroup & Pre-school? ## About the setting Hepworth pre-school and out of school club registered in 2021. The pre-school employs six members of childcare staff, four of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 or above. It currently provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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