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[Yorkshire and The Humber](/search?region=Yorkshire+and+The+Humber) 4. Roberttown Lane Pre-School # Roberttown Lane Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · The Scout Hut, Roberttown Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7LF · Kirklees Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 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 My Little Barn Owls Nursery and Forest School, located in rural Roberttown, offers comprehensive day care for children across various age groups, from infants through to pre-schoolers, operating 51 weeks a year. The nursery provides full-day, part-week, or sessional care with flexible shift patterns and term-time-only options. Emphasising a nurturing and engaging environment, My Little Barn Owls boasts five spacious playrooms, three fully enclosed gardens, and accessible facilities. Their curriculum is designed to support children's development through diverse activities such as pasta play, sensory sessions, musical time, creative arts, messy play, role-playing, and outdoor adventures. A unique feature is their Forest School programme for children aged 3 and above, allowing them to connect with nature through activities like den building, fire crafting, and bug house construction. For older children, the Wise Owls Pre-School collaborates with local schools to ensure a seamless transition to primary education, focusing on building confidence and preparing children for their ongoing educational journey. The nursery also runs 'The Owl's Den,' an Out of School and Holiday Club at Roberttown Community Centre, providing a safe, welcoming environment with engaging activities and exciting trips for children from local partner schools. Our ethos We believe that every child should feel valued and included, and our responsive staff ensure that their immediate interests and needs are met. Here, your child will thrive in a safe, flexible setting that encourages curiosity and a love for learning. We aim to foster curiosity through a thoughtfully organised space that encourages self-selection, and we believe in the power of nature to teach and develop essential skills. What it's like Children are happy and thrive in this welcoming pre-school. They settle quickly through the nurturing and consistent care that staff provide. Staff know children very well and provide tailored care to meet children's individual needs. Children talk confidently to visitors, feel safe, enjoy uninterrupted play, and develop high levels of concentration. Forest School Flexible childcare Outdoor focus School readiness Curiosity Approach ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 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://www.mylittlebarnowls.com/funding) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday Age range 3 months to 4+ years Term time / All Year Term Time Session types full day, part week, sessional ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Roberttown Lane Pre-School Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10229408 Lead inspector Angela Sugden Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50198186)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/311342) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.mylittlebarnowls.com/) The Scout Hut, Roberttown Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7LF Opening hours 7:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday [© 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#/-1.7064/53.69888/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Liversedge - [Day nurseries in Liversedge](/search?q=Liversedge) - [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=roberttown-lane-pre-school-wf15-7lf-311342) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Roberttown Lane Pre-School Last inspected 5 October 2022 · Angela Sugden 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 happy and thrive in this welcoming pre-school. They settle quickly through the nurturing and consistent care that staff provide. Staff know children very well and provide tailored care to meet children's individual needs. Children talk confidently to visitors, feel safe, enjoy uninterrupted play, and develop high levels of concentration. Inspector highlights - Staff support children's literacy skills very well, using expressive voices when reading stories daily. - Children show good balance and coordination while playing hopscotch and develop good mathematical understanding. - Staff teach and repeat new and familiar songs, and children enjoy singing enthusiastically and playing musical instruments with a good sense of rhythm. - The manager supports staff's professional development, ensuring swift identification of concerns and effective collaboration with other professionals. - Staff promote children's independence incredibly well, allowing them to select name cards, dress themselves for outdoors, and manage self-care needs competently. - Children are physically active indoors and outdoors, exploring the bamboo cave and learning about healthy lifestyles by growing food from seeds. Areas to develop - 1 expand children's language consistently and develop their vocabulary skills further. Inspection #10229408 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50198186) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents state that their children are happy. > They say that their children want to come to the pre-school, even during the holidays. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff know children very well. They provide tailored care to meet children's individual needs. Staff are swift to identify any concerns relating to children's development. They work closely with a range of other professionals and settings to support children's learning. Outdoor space Children are physically active indoors and outdoors. They enjoy spending time outdoors and excitedly explore the bamboo cave. Children take part in community garden projects. ## Parent Reviews of Roberttown Lane Pre-School 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKd8b4vrDvuk4Y30--VpV5Xd5xMFUXBT64-pxiBVUXeMxSaZQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jardine Terry 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNvMElibmtBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487bdfb4d522d36b:0xeba34a028ca3a03c) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIe4XDu0If7uygC7Jt94OUNfrscXfVEd43rGg59NgyC8nBJPg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Laura Stanley 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnNGFlZllBEAE!2m1!1s0x487bdfb4d522d36b:0xeba34a028ca3a03c) Reviews from Google for Roberttown Lane Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16979496394926825532&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2010 - October 2022 Good - November 2016 Good - November 2015 Good - December 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Roberttown Lane Pre-School ### What curriculum approach does Roberttown Lane Pre-School use? ### Which funded hours does Roberttown Lane Pre-School accept? ### How is the outdoor space at Roberttown Lane Pre-School described? ### What does the latest inspection highlight about Roberttown Lane Pre-School? ## About the setting Roberttown Lane Pre-School registered in 1993 and is located in Liversedge, West Yorkshire. The pre-school employs five members of childcare staff, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above, including four who hold qualifications at level 3. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children. 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