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It closes on bank holidays and for one week at Christmas." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Holly Bank # Holly Bank Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb 2024) · 10 Queens Rd, Huddersfield, HD2 2AE · Kirklees Number of places 59 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 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 Holly Bank Nursery, part of Portland Nurseries, is situated in a tranquil, tree-lined area of Edgerton. It prides itself on a warm and inviting atmosphere with bright, spacious rooms and high-quality play resources, many crafted from sustainable natural materials. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, adopting a Forest School approach within its garden. Children have daily opportunities to engage with nature, exploring a mud kitchen, a natural willow den, planting vegetables and flowers, picking apples from fruit trees, investigating wildlife, and building dens. The outdoor space also features sandpits and climbing apparatus. The dedicated and experienced staff team provides guidance and nurturing throughout each child's learning journey, with a key person ensuring parents are regularly informed and involved in their child's development. Holly Bank is committed to inclusivity, offering expert support for children with additional needs through its SENCO-trained staff. The nursery fosters a strong community spirit, providing various opportunities for families to participate in stay-and-play sessions, volunteering, charity events, and parent evenings, all aimed at helping children reach their full potential. They cater to children from 12 weeks to 5 years, operating 51 weeks a year with extended hours from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Our ethos Holly Bank Nursery adopts a Forest School approach, emphasising outdoor learning with daily opportunities to engage with nature. They are committed to inclusivity and providing expert support for children with additional needs, fostering a strong community spirit through family involvement. What it's like Children thrive and make exceptional progress in this highly stimulating and language-rich environment. From the moment children arrive, they become immersed in a range of challenging and exciting experiences. Children have wonderful opportunities to develop their knowledge, such as using binoculars to spot birds and nests in nearby trees. Forest School Approach Outdoor Learning Inclusive SEN Care Award-Winning Healthy Menu ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 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. ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am - 6.00pm, 51 weeks a year (except Public Holidays) Age range 12 weeks to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Session types Full day, Sessional Food Award Winning Healthy Menu Established 2001 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Holly Bank Inspection date Feb 2024 Inspection no. 10305440 Lead inspector Kerry Holder Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242627)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY428579) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=holly-bank-hd2-2ae-ey428579) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Holly Bank Last inspected 20 February 2024 · Kerry Holder 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 thrive and make exceptional progress in this highly stimulating and language-rich environment. From the moment children arrive, they become immersed in a range of challenging and exciting experiences. Children have wonderful opportunities to develop their knowledge, such as using binoculars to spot birds and nests in nearby trees. Inspector highlights - Staff are highly motivated and have high expectations for children, providing a highly ambitious curriculum. - Children develop excellent independence skills from an early age, including putting on outdoor clothes and helping with lunch. - Staff skilfully support children's physical development and teach them about good oral hygiene and healthy eating. - Managers continually strive for excellence, coaching staff to reflect on their practice and develop their knowledge. - An annual team event for all staff contributes towards them feeling highly valued, and their well-being is a high priority. Inspection #10305440 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50242627) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for the most disadvantaged children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, is incredibly well targeted. Outdoor space Children delight in the wonder of nature as they take part in forest-school sessions, making wooden bird boxes and nests. Staff skilfully support children's physical development, helping younger children to safely climb steps in the outdoor play area and older children to climb on climbing frames. Inspection history Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2024 Date: March 2012 - February 2024 Outstanding - February 2018 Good - April 2014 Good - December 2013 Good - March 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Holly Bank ### What type of nursery is Holly Bank? ### Which funded hours does Holly Bank accept? ### How can Holly Bank be contacted? ### What are the opening hours at Holly Bank? ## Nearby day nurseries in Huddersfield Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Holly Bank. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Il Nido Day Nursery Huddersfield · HD1 4NR ](/nursery/il-nido-day-nursery-hd1-4nr-ey362554) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### The Mount Nursery Huddersfield · HD2 2AP ](/nursery/the-mount-nursery-hd2-2ap-2849300) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Linden Playgroup Birkby, Huddersfield · HD2 2TP ](/nursery/linden-playgroup-hd2-2tp-311275) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Oakwood House & Forest School Huddersfield · HD3 3AL 4.4(9 reviews) ](/nursery/oakwood-house-forest-school-hd3-3al-ey428586) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.5 mi ### Harlequin Huddersfield · HD3 3AS ](/nursery/harlequin-hd3-3as-ey428575) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Little Stars Huddersfield · HD1 5BS ](/nursery/little-stars-hd1-5bs-2702109) [See all nurseries in Huddersfield →](/search?q=Huddersfield) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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