Age range
2-4 year olds, with limited spaces for under 2s
Shelf Pre-School
Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2024)
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2024
Local authority
Calderdale
About this day nursery
Shelf Pre-School, located in the village of Shelf, boasts a rich history of over five decades, evolving from a mother and toddler group into a well-regarded preschool. The institution prides itself on delivering high-quality childcare and education for preschool-aged children within a nurturing and homely atmosphere, while adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
Committed to fostering comprehensive child development, Shelf Pre-School offers stimulating indoor and outdoor environments, including a recently updated wildlife forest garden for nature exploration. The preschool emphasises a collaborative approach with parents, recognising their pivotal role as their child's primary educators.
Communication is maintained through various channels, including newsletters, emails, and the Famly app, which provides parents with daily updates on their child's progress and allows them to contribute observations. Shelf Pre-School also provides government-funded places for two, three, and four-year-olds, with limited availability for children under two.
The preschool maintains an open-door policy, welcoming viewings at any time outside of the 12 PM to 1 PM lunchtime period to minimise disruption for younger children. Consistently rated "Good" by Ofsted, Shelf Pre-School is a registered charity and a member of the Early Years Alliance, demonstrating its commitment to quality and community engagement.
Our ethos
Shelf Pre-School adheres to the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and is committed to fostering comprehensive child development through stimulating indoor and outdoor environments. They emphasise a collaborative approach with parents, recognising them as primary educators, and provide daily updates on child progress.
What it's like
Children arrive happy and eager to see their friends at this welcoming pre-school. Staff build warm and positive relationships with children and their families, ensuring children feel safe and secure. Staff provide activities to develop children's curiosity, and children explore the outdoor area with interest.
High-quality childcare and educationHomely feelStimulating indoor and outdoor areasGovernment-funded places
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request
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Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8am until 4pm
Term time / All Year
Term Time
Established
1987
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Shelf Pre-School
Last inspected 11 June 2024 · Miriam Caldecott
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 arrive happy and eager to see their friends at this welcoming pre-school. Staff build warm and positive relationships with children and their families, ensuring children feel safe and secure. Staff provide activities to develop children's curiosity, and children explore the outdoor area with interest.
Inspector highlights
- Children arrive happy and eager to see their friends.
- Staff build warm and positive relationships with children and their families.
- Staff provide engaging activities, including those that develop curiosity.
- Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) extremely well.
- Children develop good independence skills and early literacy skills.
Areas to develop
- 1consider the routines of the day to allow children to spend longer periods of time in their play to be able to reach a deeper level of learning
- 2strengthen the supervision process to ensure that all staff continue to improve their practice and subject knowledge over time.
Inspection #10351546 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
parents speak highly of staff and appreciate the support they have received
children are happy and eager to attend the pre-school
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) extremely well. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) acts swiftly when gaps in children's learning are identified and works effectively with other agencies to ensure children receive the support they need.
Outdoor space
Children explore the outdoor area with interest and talk about the plants and insects they see. Staff also provide opportunities to develop children's physical skills in the outdoor area, such as building an obstacle course and using a slide and balance beam.
Inspection history
Date: November 2009
- June 2024Good
- February 2015Good
- November 2009Good
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