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Lanefields Day Nursery # Lanefields Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2022) · 3.8 (4 parent reviews) · 28 Smithy Lane, Skelmanthorpe, Huddersfield, HD8 9DE · Kirklees Number of places 58 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jul 2022 Local authority Kirklees 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 Lanefields Day Nursery, established in 1996 in Huddersfield, provides childcare for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery operates year-round, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. The setting received a \\"Good\\" rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on July 5, 2022. Children of all ages and abilities are described as settled, confident, and happy, engaging excitedly in carefully planned activities. Staff are proactive in supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), demonstrating a passion for equality and implementing effective systems to meet diverse family needs. The curriculum fosters good physical development, with children confidently exploring movement in musical activities and navigating obstacles like bicycles outdoors. The inspector noted children respond positively to staff using non-verbal communication, including body language and sign language. What it's like Children of all ages and abilities are settled, confident and happy at the setting. They excitedly engage in activities that staff carefully plan for them. Staff consistently use non-verbal communication, such as body language and sign language, which all children respond positively to. Good Ofsted rating 0-5 years age range All-year provision Dedicated SEND support Strong parent partnerships Outdoor physical play opportunities ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 1996 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Lanefields Day Nursery Last inspected 5 July 2022 · Eileen Grimes 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 of all ages and abilities are settled, confident and happy at the setting. They excitedly engage in activities that staff carefully plan for them. Staff consistently use non-verbal communication, such as body language and sign language, which all children respond positively to. Inspector highlights - Children of all ages and abilities are settled, confident and happy at the setting. - Staff have high expectations of what every child can achieve and make effective use of individual children's observations and assessments. - Staff support children's language and communication very well, and children are becoming confident talkers. - Partnerships with parents are excellent, and parents are made to feel valued and welcome. - Leaders and managers are very reflective of practice and are passionate about equality. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to better recognise and make more effective use of learning opportunities to extend and challenge children's learning - 2 improve the organisation of groups times with the youngest children to allow them to concentrate without interruptions. Inspection #10117584 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190778) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Lanefields Day Nursery Inspection date Jul 2022 Inspection no. 10117584 Lead inspector Eileen Grimes Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50190778)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/311393) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=lanefields-day-nursery-hd8-9de-311393) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > They cannot commend the staff enough that they are kept well informed about every aspect of their child's care and education > Children thrive and make excellent progress as the learning is personalised to each child. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders and managers are passionate about equality and have effective systems in place to meet the needs of all children and families. Outdoor space Children develop good physical skills by confidently learning about different ways to move their bodies in musical activities and building and negotiating obstacles, such as when riding on bicycles. ## Parent Reviews of Lanefields Day Nursery 3.8 (4) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK_vvzhRGUpTrFnbllvZahXVgdaANT7duxrFN340jlnWRGOkg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) A S 8 years ago Both of our children have been here. They loved it and grew so much thanks to their help. You'll never see eye to eye with everyone, but here it is well within the normal boundaries of tolerance. I would recommend it for your nursery care. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3LXJHZkhnEAE!2m1!1s0x487bd87944b59169:0xa22a68d52b148ae7) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIyhWTQH5Xt3v96cAkvsRIFuVMRIgYaBmPSg8LwQSIX-bwwNQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Vikki Lawton 5 years ago My little one has just started and loves it! 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