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Shelf Pre-School # Shelf Pre-School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · Village Hall, Halifax Road, HALIFAX, HX3 7NT · Calderdale Number of places 30 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 Local authority Calderdale About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 education Homely feel Stimulating indoor and outdoor areas Government-funded places ## 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://shelfpreschool.co.uk/contact-us) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Shelf Pre-School Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10351546 Lead inspector Miriam Caldecott Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251488)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY391451) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=shelf-pre-school-hx3-7nt-ey391451) ## Key facts Age range 2-4 year olds, with limited spaces for under 2s 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 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 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 - 1 consider 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 - 2 strengthen the supervision process to ensure that all staff continue to improve their practice and subject knowledge over time. Inspection #10351546 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251488) ## 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 2024 Good - February 2015 Good - November 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Shelf Pre-School ### What is the staff team like at Shelf Pre-School? ### How can Shelf Pre-School be contacted? ### Whereabouts is Shelf Pre-School? ### What outdoor space does Shelf Pre-School use? ### Which funded childcare hours does Shelf Pre-School accept? ### How does Shelf Pre-School support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in HALIFAX Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Shelf Pre-School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.6 mi ### Fairfield Halifax · HX3 7RH ](/nursery/fairfield-hx3-7rh-2704640) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Growing Minds Day Nursery Halifax · HX3 7HT ](/nursery/growing-minds-day-nursery-hx3-7ht-2536876) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### White Stork Nursery at The Tannery Halifax · HX3 7HR 5.0(13 reviews) ](/nursery/white-stork-nursery-at-the-tannery-hx3-7hr-2752220) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Childcare@Buttershaw Christian Family Centre Bradford · BD6 3PZ ](/nursery/childcare-buttershaw-christian-family-centre-bd6-3pz-ey276042) - [ Ofsted: Inadequate 1.3 mi ### Strawberries Nursery Bradford · BD6 2PY 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/strawberries-nursery-bd6-2py-2797252) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Ark Private Day Nursery Bradford · BD6 2LH ](/nursery/ark-private-day-nursery-bd6-2lh-ey555858) [See all nurseries in HALIFAX →](/search?q=HALIFAX) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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