Mrs B's Nursery

Books, conversation and growing independence give Mrs B's Nursery its character. Based in Birstall, Batley, it has capacity for 10 children in total.

At the February 2026 inspection, Ofsted assessed achievement, behaviour and routines, welfare, curriculum and teaching, inclusion, and leadership as Strong standard, with safeguarding standards met. Children attending then were aged one to four.

In February 2026, books shaped learning, with stories selected to develop language and skills such as rhyme. The early years foundation stage provides the framework for children's learning, development and care; here, play, stories and conversation connected those elements in everyday activities.

Staff introduced unfamiliar vocabulary and related words, while older children explored letter sounds and tried writing words. Mathematical learning also had practical applications: counting, simple addition and connecting a roof's shape with a triangle helped children use ideas beyond a standalone activity.

Outdoor experiences included walks to a local field and active games. A sports coach helped children practise balance, control a ball and experiment with different movements. Water, sand and dough offered sensory exploration, giving children different materials to investigate.

At the February 2026 inspection, Ofsted found that children, including those with SEND and disadvantaged children, progressed rapidly, with individual support plans developed alongside external organisations and reviewed weekly. That combination linked additional help to regular checks on how it was working.

In February 2026, babies' care followed patterns established at home, and staff discussed feeding and sleep with parents each day. Familiar songs prompted shared movement and interaction, while adults sought babies' permission before wiping their noses. These small exchanges made care responsive to the child.

Older children practised independence through serving food, washing their plates and recognising when they needed water or rest. Preparing their own tea included cutting fruit and vegetables. Mealtimes also created opportunities for conversation, with staff helping younger children join in.

The address is 35 Moat Hill, Birstall, Batley, WF17 0DX. In February 2026, opening hours were 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

At that time, learning was checked each week so staff could identify gaps and adjust their approach. School preparation included personal independence, taking turns in conversation and explaining needs: useful foundations for moving into a different daily routine.

• Age range and attendance. Children attending in February 2026 were aged one to four, and the opening window ran from 7.30am to 6pm on weekdays. Which current age groups and booking patterns would suit your child's routine?
• Support that is reviewed. Individual plans were revisited weekly in February 2026. For a child needing additional help, the important practical detail is how targets connect nursery activities with support from other organisations.
• The next improvement priority. February 2026 next steps called for further work to transform experiences and outcomes for disadvantaged children, those with SEND and children with current or past involvement with children's social care. Families in these groups should weigh that continuing priority alongside the positive findings.

Mrs B's Nursery suits families who value language-rich play, practical independence and support tailored to individual needs. Its February 2026 strengths were concrete: books chosen for learning, daily conversations about babies' care and regular reviews of additional support. The continuing priority is to deepen the impact for children facing disadvantage or needing extra help.