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Food provided is great. Generally everything with the school is top notch. The problem with this school is that the staff write copious notes about their interpretations of parents home lives, the general look of parents and their clothing. They write about the fit of children's clothing and even things about a coat that may not be as good as they think it should be. The files the school keeps are full of miss quoted comments from conversations with parents . This information is then shared with local council health workers and causes endless troubles for families. A report said that in Feb 2020 my daughter's house was untidy and messy ! They only got the keys for the property in Feb 2020 and were in the process of trying to unpack everything and setup a first time home. 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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Kabuki Child Care Centre # Kabuki Child Care Centre Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 4.3 (4 parent reviews) · Kabuki Child Care Centre, Fairfield House, Barnsley, S70 2FL · Barnsley Number of places 54 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Barnsley About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Kabuki Childcare Centre, nestled in the heart of Barnsley, offers exceptional care for children from birth to five years old. Established in 2013, this family-operated nursery is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with both children and their families, ensuring a high standard of care. The curriculum is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, delivered through engaging and imaginative activities like singing, dancing, music, drama, and role-playing. The centre benefits from in-house performing arts specialists who collaborate with a team of highly trained and committed staff. Children also enjoy regular excursions to local attractions and daily music and dance sessions. Kabuki boasts a variety of outstanding facilities, including a sensory room, an adventure playground, an allotment, two extensive play areas, a dedicated baby room, and a courtyard. All meals are freshly prepared on-site, with careful attention to dietary requirements. The nursery encourages healthy habits by involving children in growing their own fruits and vegetables in the centre's allotment, laying a solid foundation for their development. Visits can be arranged upon request. Our ethos Kabuki Childcare Centre's approach is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, delivered through engaging and imaginative activities like singing, dancing, music, drama, and role-playing. They are committed to fostering strong relationships with children and families, and encouraging healthy habits through hands-on experiences like growing their own food. What it's like Children are happy, settled and confident in this setting. They move freely around the setting and have constant access to the outdoors. The routine is clear and familiar, which helps children to feel secure and know what is happening. Family-run business EYFS curriculum through creative arts In-house performing arts specialists Sensory room and adventure playground Freshly cooked meals on-site ## Pricing & funding Private fees are charged based on age bands (0-23 months, 24-35 months, and 3 years plus) for full day, half day, and early starts. Private fees for ages under two include snacks, meals, and nappies. Funded options are available with extra charges for meals, while nappies are not supplied. Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Private fees for ages 0-2 include snacks, meals, and nappies. - Funded options include snacks, but meals are charged extra and nappies are not supplied. - Late pickup is charged per 15-minute interval. - Offers stretch funding and combined fees and funding options. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Kabuki Child Care Centre Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10264093 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207918)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY466990) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://kabukichildcare.com/) Kabuki Child Care Centre, Fairfield House, Barnsley, S70 2FL [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.48612/53.55566/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Barnsley - [Day nurseries in Barnsley](/search?q=Barnsley) - [Day nurseries in Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?q=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=kabuki-child-care-centre-s70-2fl-ey466990) ## Key facts Food All meals cooked fresh on premises, dietary requirements catered for. Breakfast £2, Lunch/Dinner £3.5 each for funded children. Session types Full day (8am - 6pm), Half Day (8am - 1pm), Half Day (1pm - 6pm), Early start (7:30am - 8am) Opening hours Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6pm Age range Birth to five-years-old Term time / All Year All Year Staff 24 Waitlist Visits available on request Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Kabuki Child Care Centre Last inspected 6 January 2023 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 are happy, settled and confident in this setting. They move freely around the setting and have constant access to the outdoors. The routine is clear and familiar, which helps children to feel secure and know what is happening. Inspector highlights - Children develop a love of books and reading. - Staff consistently support children's emotional well-being and learning, and their planning is informed by children's interests. - The curriculum is challenging and sequenced, and staff skilfully extend learning and language. - Children enjoy healthy meals prepared by the chef daily, with menus tailored to specific dietary needs. - Children identify birds and insects, develop role-play games, and use open-ended equipment to extend their play outdoors. Areas to develop - 1 explore and use more opportunities for children to be creative - 2 continue to establish the key-person system following recent staff changes so that all children have a familiar key person Inspection #10264093 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207918) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak glowingly of the conversations that flow between nursery and home. > that staff really listen to their concerns and that staff take time to tune into each child and support the whole family. > that when they first leave their babies, staff gather detailed information, such as about routines and their development. This helps to promote continuity of care. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Managers have developed strong links with other settings, schools and professionals. This supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and ensures there are smooth transitions to school. Outdoor space Children move freely around the setting and have constant access to the outdoors. Outside, children identify birds and insects, develop role-play games and use open-ended equipment to extend their play. ## Parent Reviews of Kabuki Child Care Centre 4.3 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWZ8AHBeVqJ3RFKSy4ZYz9WcrZSnK1Cf1-RN5_VDzmuOuraNB2-=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Jon Darnbrough 4 years ago The cleanliness of the school is great. Food provided is great. Generally everything with the school is top notch. The problem with this school is that the staff write copious notes about their interpretations of parents home lives, the general look of parents and their clothing. They write about the fit of children's clothing and even things about a coat that may not be as good as they think it should be. The files the school keeps are full of miss quoted comments from conversations with parents . This information is then shared with local council health workers and causes endless troubles for families. A report said that in Feb 2020 my daughter's house was untidy and messy ! They only got the keys for the property in Feb 2020 and were in the process of trying to unpack everything and setup a first time home. I never had any problems like this when bringing my daughter up. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtb2VYR1lnEAE!2m1!1s0x487964d556433d5f:0x205a18e108a5eefb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIiopgcPDuFPfpFce9F2nNVRquxMclO_tBS6GLYklgz0DcnsQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sophie Walker-Porter 2 years ago I love kabuki from b [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNqMlluVG1RRRAB!2m1!1s0x487964d556433d5f:0x205a18e108a5eefb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjU7Pw6VZMjyM_BbqseVKp9OyCSgFFSnUfM4qAmN1WSM2iv4drw7=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Josh Ahern 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURxMjh1bU1REAE!2m1!1s0x487964d556433d5f:0x205a18e108a5eefb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocILeARIDdJeik9WHiimNpToxTb0RPvHHyFbmArPTkMiZ0WCVQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Denise Coccia 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURENmRTcGVREAE!2m1!1s0x487964d556433d5f:0x205a18e108a5eefb) Reviews from Google for Kabuki Child Care Centre. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2331203111909453563&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: February 2014 - January 2023 Good - May 2017 Good - July 2016 Good - December 2014 Good - February 2014 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Kabuki Child Care Centre ### How did Kabuki Child Care Centre do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### How can Kabuki Child Care Centre be contacted? ### What curriculum approach does Kabuki Child Care Centre use? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Kabuki Child Care Centre accept? ### What is the capacity at Kabuki Child Care Centre? ## Nearby day nurseries in Barnsley Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Kabuki Child Care Centre. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Little Roos Private Nursery Barnsley · S70 2NZ ](/nursery/little-roos-private-nursery-ltd-s70-2nz-2805655) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Victoria Day Nursery Barnsley · S75 2AE ](/nursery/victoria-day-nursery-s75-2ae-302874) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Sandpit Nursery Barnsley · S70 1AL ](/nursery/sandpit-nursery-s70-1al-ey501682) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Mini Me's Nursery Barnsley Barnsley · S71 1LQ 4.7(25 reviews) ](/nursery/mini-me-s-nursery-barnsley-s71-1lq-ey478380) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Jo's Day Nursery and Pre-School Barnsley · S70 1TH 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-jo-s-day-nursery-and-pre-school-s70-1th-ey347796) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.6 mi ### LITTLE JO'S DAY NURSERY Barnsley · S70 1TH 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/little-jo-s-day-nursery-ltd-s70-1th-2827542) [See all nurseries in Barnsley →](/search?q=Barnsley) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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