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Northfields Mirfield

Ofsted: GoodNursery

Newgate Hall, Newgate, Mirfield, WF14 8DD

Provider type

Nursery

Capacity

49 children

Key details

Capacity

49 places

Ofsted Inspection Summary

Northfields Mirfield was inspected by Ofsted on 7 March 2025 and received an overall rating of Good. In their report, inspectors noted: "Staff encourage children to foster friendships and cooperative play, ensuring children feel confident and secure in their interactions. For example, babies take turns to come down a slide and children share resources when doing craft activities. Staff encourage emotional development."

Key strengths

  • Staff actively engage with children in meaningful interactions, helping to expand their vocabulary and exploration skills.
  • The setting operates a strong key-person system.
  • The setting demonstrates a good approach to inclusion and support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Parents are positive in their views of the setting and are confident that their children progress well during their time at nursery.
  • Staff are committed to fostering communication and language skills, introducing new words and encouraging conversations during activities.

Areas for improvement

  • plan more effectively to support and build on children's existing knowledge and skills in communication and language
  • improve staff understanding of individual children's learning milestones and next steps to provide more tailored support
  • ensure opportunities for children to develop their mathematical skills are consistently incorporated into activities.
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Location

Newgate Hall, Newgate, Mirfield, WF14 8DD

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