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Norland Fun Club

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2025)
·Norland School Grounds, Berry Moor Road, SOWERBY BRIDGE, HX6 3RN · Calderdale
Number of places
20 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2025
Local authority
Calderdale

About this day nursery

Norland Pre-School, operating as part of Norland Fun Club, is a registered charity and non-profit organisation located within The Wooden Cabin on the grounds of Norland School in Sowerby Bridge. The pre-school provides day care for children aged 2-4 years, running Monday to Friday during term time with sessions from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Additionally, Norland Fun Club offers wraparound care for children aged 2 and above, aligning with school drop-off and pick-up times. Children aged 3 and up can also access a before and after-school club from 7:30 am to 5:50 pm.

The facility emphasises inclusion, with wheelchair access, special needs provisions, and the ability to accommodate special dietary and cultural requirements. They also have immediate vacancies available.

Norland Pre-School accepts various government funding options, including for 9-month to 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, and 3-4-year-olds. The pre-school boasts a highly qualified and established staff team and offers a variety of facilities such as a quiet room, sleeping area, secure outdoor play area, garden, and separate playrooms with diverse play equipment.

They also organise visits and outings and utilise local facilities like the library and open spaces. The latest Ofsted inspection, dated 28/03/2025, rated the setting as 'Good'.

What it's like

Children are happy at Norland Fun Club, engaging in play and conversations with staff and peers. The setting fosters a sense of community, with children participating in church visits and staff volunteering at local events. Frequent walks in the countryside help children learn about the world around them.

Charity-runTerm-time onlyWraparound careSchool pickups

Pricing & funding

Fees are charged on a daily or half-day basis, with additional hourly rates for wraparound care. Meals and snacks are billed as a separate daily charge.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Meals and snacks are charged extra on a daily basis.
  • Wraparound care is available at an hourly rate.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:30pm (pre-school sessions); 7:30 am - 5:50 pm (before and after school club for 3+ years)

Session types

Full day, Half day, Wraparound care, Before and after school club

Age range

2-4 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Norland Fun Club

Last inspected 28 March 2025 · Natalie Stringer

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are happy at Norland Fun Club, engaging in play and conversations with staff and peers. The setting fosters a sense of community, with children participating in church visits and staff volunteering at local events. Frequent walks in the countryside help children learn about the world around them.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are happy at this small and friendly setting.
  • The setting has an ethos that focuses on children being part of the community.
  • Children enjoy frequent walks in the surrounding countryside.
  • Children behave well. They are respectful and responsive to staff's gentle reminders.
  • Children have good opportunities to practise their physical skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1consider the organisation of activities and routines more carefully to ensure that all children benefit fully from the learning on offer
  • 2strengthen professional development opportunities to help all staff to consistently extend their knowledge and interactions.
Inspection #10372245 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The setting demonstrates good partnerships with other professionals. They invite professionals, such as Portage workers and speech and language therapists, into the setting to work together to create effective personal plans for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This helps these children make good progress.

Outdoor space

Children have good opportunities to practise their physical skills. They lift and carry heavy loose parts as they play in the outdoor construction area. Parents also suggested changes to improve the outdoor area, which were taken on board by the setting and improvements made.

Inspection history

Date: December 2011

  • March 2025Good
  • April 2019Good
  • June 2016Good
  • December 2011Outstanding

Frequently asked about Norland Fun Club

About the setting

Norland Fun Club registered in 1996. It is managed by a committee and located in Calderdale. The setting employs 10 members of staff, with seven holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 and above. It opens during term time, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, and offers government-funded places. The setting also provides care for children attending the onsite school before and after school.

URN
303784
Registered person
Norland Fun Club Committee
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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