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Water's Edge Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Jul 2023)
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4.0(4 Google reviews) ·Park Road, ELLAND, HX5 9HZ · Calderdale
Number of places
100 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
Calderdale

About this day nursery

Water's Edge Nursery, established in September 2001 by Joanne Wood, a qualified Nursery Practitioner with over two decades of childcare experience, has consistently provided exceptional care. Joined by Carl and Kelly Heavyside, the managing team led the day nursery to achieve an Ofsted Outstanding rating in both 2011 and 2017.

Carl and Kelly, now directors, are both qualified Early Years Teachers with BA degrees in Early Years Care and Education, contributing significantly to the day nursery's expertise. In 2014, the nursery became Water's Edge Nursery Ltd and underwent extensive redevelopment in 2016, embracing a modern design while prioritising children's safety and security.

The facility aims to offer a secure and stimulating environment where children can thrive and families feel confident in their child's happiness and contentment away from home. The nursery operates an open-door policy, inviting prospective families to visit, meet the staff, and discuss their needs.

What it's like

Children thrive in this remarkable nursery, demonstrating extremely high levels of engagement and concentration. Learning is highly tailored to individual needs, with staff carefully considering how to engage children and teach new skills. Children build skills and knowledge over time, with staff introducing concepts and providing opportunities to practice and test them.

Ofsted OutstandingExperienced Management TeamModern FacilitiesOpen Door Policy

Pricing & funding

Charges are structured around full day, morning, or afternoon sessions, with additional options for wrap-around school care and holiday clubs. Optional meals and snacks are billed separately. Fees are invoiced monthly and are subject to an annual review.

Funding accepted

Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • A non-refundable registration fee is required, which includes settling sessions and home visits.
  • The registration fee does not apply to funding-only places.
  • Fees are invoiced monthly.
  • Fees are subject to an annual increase in April.
  • The nursery is registered for Tax-Free Childcare.

Key facts

Opening hours

7.15am-6pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Water's Edge Nursery

Last inspected 5 July 2023

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children thrive in this remarkable nursery, demonstrating extremely high levels of engagement and concentration. Learning is highly tailored to individual needs, with staff carefully considering how to engage children and teach new skills. Children build skills and knowledge over time, with staff introducing concepts and providing opportunities to practice and test them.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and staff have an in-depth understanding of how young children learn and use assessment to construct a meaningful and ambitious curriculum.
  • Staff ensure children are well-prepared for school, promoting confidence and self-esteem through opportunities to practice expected skills.
  • Staff support children's personal development exceptionally well, incorporating yoga into physical activity sessions and teaching about the benefits of exercise.
  • Children benefit from wider experiences outside the nursery through links with local hospitals, libraries, and community groups, fostering empathy and a sense of belonging.
  • Managers are ambitious, passionate, and supportive of their staff, striving for continuous improvement and providing excellent training and development opportunities.
Inspection #10293353 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak very highly of the nursery and say that their children are safe and secure when they are here.

They say that staff and managers make transition points seamless for them as parents and ease any anxieties they might have.

In particular, parents of children with SEND say that their children have rapidly developed their language skills.

Parents feel well supported and say that communication is excellent.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are exceptionally well supported by highly skilled staff. Their experiences are thoughtfully planned to ensure they feel safe, secure, and can develop and thrive. Staff provide individual support, including targeted activities to develop language and communication skills, and create detailed support plans with parents and other agencies to ensure optimal progress.

Outdoor space

The report mentions "The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning." but does not provide specific details on children's use of outdoor space or physical play.

Google Reviews of Water's Edge Nursery

4.0
(4 Google reviews)
Ange “Biglard” Ley
3 years ago

Hope they look after kids better than driving! Shocking blonde women driving the VW in Brighouse. No regards for rules of the road

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Mark Keenan
9 years ago

The staff are a great I have just cleaned there gutters for them and I have tooooo say what a professional group of people they were just coming back with a group of kids that have been learning all about the Chinese new year

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Natasha wade
12 years ago

Very clean, lovely and friendly place to take your children

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Inspection history

Date: October 2017

  • July 2023Outstanding
  • October 2017Outstanding

Frequently asked about Water's Edge Nursery

About the setting

Water's Edge Nursery Ltd registered in 2015 and is located in Elland. The nursery employs 31 members of childcare staff, with 30 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 2 or above. The nursery opens all year round, from 7.15am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, and provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY493009
Registered person
Water's Edge Nursery Ltd
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
Outstanding

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