“Cliffe House is an exceptional nursery in every aspect and I’m so pleased we chose this nursery for our son. The nursery has a calm and extremely happy atmosphere and the children are always having fun. Our son has thrived there and looks forward to going back after each holiday. All the staff are so kind and loving with the children and it really feels as if the staff delight in the development of the children as mush as the parents. Nothing is ever too much trouble and the staff are always happy to chat about your child and provide feedback. I know that when our second son starts in a year he will be in safe hands and will thrive like his brother.”
“We’ve been really impressed with Cliffe House. The staff are so warm and friendly, and have really taken the time to get to know our son, nurturing his interests and making sure he always has a really enjoyable day. There’s a real emphasis on learning, and I’m always very impressed with how creative the staff are with their educational activities.”
“I would like to thank all the staff at Cliffe House for providing a fun, caring and welcoming environment which has allowed my two children to thrive and grow ahead of them moving on to start their school journey next year. There are always new creative activities for the children to do both inside and outside. My kids have loved engaging with the staff in each of the three rooms as they have grown up over the last few years. At this years school leavers graduation each child was given a card describing them with key word, both my children have very different personalities and the staff could not have got these more right if they tried, they really do know each of the children in the classes and pick up on their personalities.”
“My son and I have really warmed to Lisa since she came to Red room. She is always welcoming, friendly and happy to see us. I get a very thorough handover at pick up that includes sometimes minor things but I love to hear about my son’s day. Lisa takes an interest in what we have been doing between nursery days, nothing ever seems too much trouble for her when it comes to looking after him (and I’m sure all the other Toddler’s too). My sincere thanks to Lisa, it’s comforting knowing there is someone like her looking after my boy.”
“We have been so happy with the care our son has received at Cliffe House. The team are friendly, enthusiastic, caring and committed and we are really impressed with all the imaginative activities they roll out each week. We are so pleased with the progress our son has made over the past couple of years at the nursery and he looks forward to attending and spending time with his friends. We feel he is in safe hands, which is a big deal as a parent.”
“Both my children love going to nursery at Cliffe House. The staff are warm, welcoming and accommodating to both the children and parents. They conduct a wide range of activities and have lots of outside play! I would highly recommend the setting to anyone who asked!”
“The food menu is always really well thought out and varied and there are often themed dishes on that fit with what is going on at the same time. ”
“I’ve worked for Cliffe House for 2 years. It’s a lovely, family run nursery group and I feel appreciated and valued. Two of my children attend the Horsforth nursery and I know they are supported, loved and cared for. I’d recommend Cliffe House as an employer and nursery provider.”
“I love playing with all the tractors. The teachers play and do dancing and drawing.”
“I like playing in the mud kitchen with my friends. I like to learn counting and shapes.”
“I liked sports day and playing football with my friends.”
“I like playing with my friends. The teachers take us for picnics outside and we have ice lollies outside. I like having fun.”
“I like to okay outside. I like playdough. The teachers read stories to me.”
“I like playing outside with my friends and I like playing on the bikes.”
“Children are cared for by a kind and dedicated staff team at this warm and nurturing nursery.”
“Parents are welcomed into the nursery. They are invited to attend regular parents’ evenings to find out more about the children’s progress.”
“Staff provide good quality interactions to support children’s play and development.”
“Staff promote children’s positive behaviour from a young age. Children learn to share, take turns and use their manners.”
“There is an open positive culture around safeguarding that puts children’s interests first.”
“Staff work in partnership with parents and share daily communication with them verbally and electronically. This includes sharing information relating to accidents and incidents.”
“Children are provided with healthy, nutritious meals. Staff are aware of children’s allergies and dietary requirements when serving food and ensure these are adhered to”.
“Staff are responsive to children’s needs. For example, they scoop babies up into their arms for reassurance if they are upset.”
“Children benefit from an environment that is rich in language. Staff introduce new words, both indoors and outdoors. For instance, staff use words such as ‘spinning’ and ‘swaying’ as they pushy children on a tyre swing.”
“Staff care deeply for children and aim to provide fun and positive experiences for all. This ensures a loving environment, where children feel safe, secure and happy to learn.”
“Children thoroughly enjoy playing in the nursery’s wonderful outdoor play area. They take part in a wide range of experiences to support their physical development.”
“Staff sit with children at mealtimes and encourage them to try new foods.”
“Managers value the impact that professional development can have on improving the quality of staffs practice over time”.
“Staff focus on the skills that children need to be able to have a smooth transition to school.”
“Staff provide children with a wide range of opportunities to learn about the community that they are a part of. For example, they take part in local festivals, such as the ‘scarecrow festival’ and the harvest festival’. These experiences help children to gain a sense of belonging to their community.”
