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M & S Nurseries # M & S Nurseries Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Century House, West Parade, Halifax, HX1 2TE · Calderdale Number of places 100 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 Local authority Calderdale 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 M & S Nurseries, established in March 2010, is a family-operated childcare facility located in Halifax Upper Town Centre. The nursery provides care for children ranging from 8 weeks old up to school age. It is a limited company and is officially registered with Ofsted. The nursery is managed by Michelle Cook, who also serves as the Emotional Health and Wellbeing and Safeguarding Manager, while Chloe Fenwick acts as the Deputy Manager, overseeing daily operations and all the rooms. Toni McDanielson leads the Pre-School and is the SEND leader. M & S Nurseries strives to be a leading day nursery in the area by offering excellent service, recognising and nurturing each child's individual development, and safeguarding all children under their care. The nursery aims to provide a warm, home-like atmosphere and prepare children for their future. They also pride themselves on having a dedicated team of 22 staff members, many of whom hold various qualifications and regularly complete new courses to stay updated on current issues, including First Aid, Food Hygiene, and Safeguarding. What it's like Children are valued as individuals and the provision reflects the diverse community it serves well. They benefit from remarkably warm and supportive relationships with key members of staff and learn to manage their feelings and develop empathy. Staff play enthusiastically alongside children, planning appealing activities that help children to learn. Family-run nursery Ofsted registered Accepts government funding ## 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. [Request pricing →](https://msnurseries.com/admissions/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Friday - 7.30am - 6.00pm; Closed Bank Holidays and Christmas Week Age range 8 weeks to school age Term time / All Year All Year Established 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for M & S Nurseries Last inspected 19 April 2022 · Clare Wilkins 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 are valued as individuals and the provision reflects the diverse community it serves well. They benefit from remarkably warm and supportive relationships with key members of staff and learn to manage their feelings and develop empathy. Staff play enthusiastically alongside children, planning appealing activities that help children to learn. Inspector highlights - Children are valued as individuals and the provision reflects the diverse community it serves well. - Staff play enthusiastically alongside children, motivating them to join in and planning appealing, challenging activities. - Children learn to manage their feelings and develop empathy. - The curriculum focuses on building on what children already know and can do and is well understood by staff. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported very well through effective partnerships with parents and other professionals. Areas to develop - 1 support children's developing language skills even more effectively, for example, by ensuring that they have plenty of opportunities to listen and respond to staff - 2 refine teaching to ensure that activities intended to support children's early literacy skills are consistently appropriate for their age and stage of development. Inspection #10225962 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184317) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of M & S Nurseries Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10225962 Lead inspector Clare Wilkins Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184317)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2550122) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=m-s-nurseries-hx1-2te-2550122) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents describe the nursery as a homely environment, where they feel welcome and listened to. > They commend staff for sharing plenty of information about children's learning. > They feel assured that their children are safe and happy. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported very well. Staff develop effective partnerships with parents and other professionals. Shared knowledge and understanding of each child helps to ensure that all children make the progress that they are capable of. ## Parent Reviews of M & S Nurseries 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXhn4B_S-OvAEJXmHIkidulSmfgKvNpLuIqjqXb4_177Y9zHD65=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) cheryl callaghan a year ago Lovely nursery and amazing staff! 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