Description
Contact Information
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Phone Number01484 866071
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Details
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Group/OwnerDenby Dale First and Nursery School
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Person in ChargeJackie Wood (Headteacher)
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Number of Staff8
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When ClosedBank Holidays & Christmas
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Type of ServiceDay Nursery – Local Authority Owned Open all year Full Day Care Sessional Day Care
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Total Places for children39
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Age rangefrom 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months
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Opening DaysMon-Fri
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Opening Hours0730-1800
SJ
April 11, 2016 at 12:00 amWe are extremely happy with the provision at Dragonflies. There is lots to stimulate the imagination whilst at the same time it is organised so that the children feel safe to explore different activities both inside and outside. The staff are all friendly and caring and there is a good atmosphere. My twins moved here about 6 months ago and they really enjoy going, I would highly recommend this nursery.
L G
April 13, 2016 at 12:00 amMy daughter has been attending Denby Dale nursery for 3 years now and I cannot praise them enough. The staff are fantastic, I know that my child is supported and that they genuinely care for her individual needs.
There is always a variety of activities ready for the children each day and they play outside at every opportunity!
I would strongly recommend this nursery.
Jessica
April 13, 2016 at 12:00 amMy 2 year old daughter loves going to nursery. She is there 4 days a week and has only been attending since February and has already grown up a lot. I get an updated daily activity report every day from toilet training to playing. Also very good with any special dietary needs as my daughter is lactose & soya intolerant.
LW
April 14, 2016 at 12:00 amMy little boy has attended Dragonflies for nearly 2 years, I looked at several nurseries before choosing this one. As soon as I walked through the door, I knew this one was the right one for us, the staff are all lovely & friendly, well informed & communicate very well. The new premises are clean, well equipped and always immaculately maintained. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
JC
April 19, 2016 at 12:00 amMy four year old daughter has been attending this nursery since she was one year old (provision is now from age two onwards), initially for two days a week. The rapport she has with the wonderful staff and the care they provide are all excellent. Not only that, her curiosity for learning is always encouraged and at just the right pace. She’s currently at an age where she’s about to make the transition from pre-school to full time education, and in my opinion, Denby Dale First and Nursery School manages this process particularly well.
Michaela P
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amThis school brought my worryingly nervous and shy child totally out of her shell. I had a daughter before her and she was never shy so I found it hard, I wasn’t used to her nature in her being clingy and upset and it broke my heart, I did not want to leave her with anyone as all she wanted was me or her dad!
I made the decision to try and get her separated from us a little bit, choosing her nursery was very hard, but I’m so glad I chose this place. Her older sister was in a different school and the plan was nursery here and move her on to her sisters school where they could be together when at school age but I loved this school that much I couldn’t bare changing her school, so made the decision in keeping them on different schools, which was hard but I do not regret it one bit as every teacher and every child in this school are amazing. She’s got an amazing lovely, kind group of friends and the teachers are fantastic! I couldn’t be happier 🙂
Katie G
December 18, 2019 at 12:00 amOur experience has been very good. Our little girl settled in really well and enjoys and looks forward to her mornings here. She has really come on in all areas, including speech and social skills.
I would recommend.
Lindsey W
December 23, 2019 at 12:00 amThe staff are amazing, helpful and my daughter has enjoyed her time at the nursery. My son also went to the nursery and I would always recommend to anyone. The nursery is a lovely space and environment for children to learn and play.
D S
January 28, 2020 at 12:00 amAll staff are welcoming to parents and there is a genuine warmth towards the children. My son runs to the door as he can’t wait to get in and see his friends and the staff every morning. The facilities are excellent and the outdoor space (weather permitting) is superb. The activities he does are also very good with lots of focus on the real world and events/seasonal activities.
Helen C
October 22, 2021 at 12:00 amDragonflies nursery is outstanding with the care of our little girl. She loves going and playing with the other children. The staff are friendly and always make out little girl laugh and smile with lots of play activities!
N H
November 5, 2021 at 12:00 amExcellent nursery – warm, inclusive and welcoming. Safe and organised, my child has a named key worker if he has any problems. Great range of activities including work to prepare for school. A lovely place!
Jude J
February 25, 2022 at 12:00 amI am pleased with my son’s progress so far. His reading is coming on really well. Even more importantly he is very happy at school. He has made friends and looks forward to going to school. He seems to have good relationships with his teachers. The communication from school has been really good.
Kaljit B
July 7, 2022 at 12:00 amExcellent staff at Denby Dale First and Nursery School. My daughter struggled a lot after covid and was reluctant to go to anyone other than me. The staff at the nursery were very caring and patient with her and also accommodating to her needs. Cannot ask for more as a mother.
Jade A
November 22, 2022 at 12:00 amI have three children who have all attended this nursery, my youngest attends at the moment. They have always enjoyed going and as parents, we have felt reassured that they are getting a very high standard of care and attention. It has been the perfect place for them to prepare for starting school, the activities they provide are brilliant and they have always come home full of the exciting things they’ve done that day!
The warm and friendly staff make the setting feel very welcoming and my daughter has formed good relationships with staff and is happy when she arrives there.
G H
November 22, 2022 at 12:00 amOverall the quality of the care observed is very high based on the happiness of my child. However, there are some niggles that need attention which include the lack of updates in my child’s orange observations book which is worrying that tapestry will also suffer if a manual sheet cannot be completed on a daily basis. Also, Fridays drop off to the breakfast club rather than dragonflies room sees a certain member of staff never making any effort to engage with any of the children in the room and would rather sit there chatting while others undertake all the other tasks which isn’t a good customer experience when I have to pay for childcare.
Rachael C
December 12, 2022 at 12:00 amWe have used this nursery for both of our boys and it is fantastic. It feels like we are dropping them off with family almost as the staff are so welcoming, experienced, engaging and child-focused. The boys both have loved it. They learn and experience a lot during their time there. We highly recommend it.
D T
July 22, 2023 at 12:00 amAbsolutely fantastic nursery, I would 100% recommend it! Both my boys have attended the nursery from the age of 2 years old until they started school. They have both loved their experiences and have truly made amazing friends there during the time spent. The staff member in the 2’s room are brilliant and I could not speak highly enough for the staff in the nursery and the staff that care so brilliantly for the children daily. The facilities are great and really help the children develop through play while keeping them entertained! Really great nursery and I will be sad when my youngest leaves to go to reception in September! Thank you!