Oak Valley Day Nursery

Halfway, Station Road, Halfway, Sheffield S20 3GS
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9.1 84 Reviews
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Oak Valley Day Nursery offers children a spacious and versatile play and learning environment where their early years skills can develop, under the watchful eye of caring and well-qualified staff.

They have the benefits of two all-weather play surfaces in a purpose-designed setting.

They offer flexible childcare for parents and have excellent ties with local schools and are registered with Ofsted.

Oak Valley provides an excellent start for your child on their exciting learning journey, through a committed and qualified team, as part of the Early Years Care & Education group of nurseries.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Katie Woodward (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Our fees are transparent and published on our website and in our brochure.
    A fixed hourly rate across all ages

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00

When Closed

  • Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day

Parking

  • Car park

Oak Valley Day Nursery Reviews (84)

9.1

Oak Valley Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.119) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Oak Valley Day Nursery has 84 reviews.

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Review from Elliot P (Father of Child) published on 15 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery! My daughter has just started and the staff are so friendly and welcoming and helped her settle in. She now walks in happy and content and I can’t thank the staff enough for this! Highly recommend!
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
That's lovely to hear - thank you for your kind review.
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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My child really enjoys their time at day nursery. They have progressed in their learning journey and is coming home with new skills daily, including new words and actions. The majority of staff are friendly and we have good communication with management. The outside space looks slightly aged and would
benefit from a spring clean. No negative comments to raise, I am happy that my child is happy and well looked after whilst at Oak Valley. We love the app and it’s great to see photos and updates on a daily basis.
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to write us a review.
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Review from Renee S (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery and staff. My son has learned so much since attending Oak Valley. The nursery is out of the way to where I live, but I wouldn’t want him to go anywhere else.
Staff always try to go above and beyond, always polite and professional.
Reply from Carlette Sarayreh, Director at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you - it is kind of you to take the time to write a lovely review for us.
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Review from Sophie P (Mother of Child) published on 14 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Oak Valley is an amasing nursery and the staff are so lovely. They made us feel very reassured whilst our daughter was there. We felt she was very safe and well looked after and you can tell the staff put so much into the children to help them grow! Thank you Oak Valley team!
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review!
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Review from K G (Father of Child) published on 13 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fantastic nursery. I couldn’t recommend it enough. My child has been attending Oak Valley for a few months now, and she has settled in brilliantly. The staff are always so helpful, pass on information and are always friendly. My child enjoys taking part in the brilliant activities and always
comes home happy and excited to tell me about her day. Thank you to everybody at Oak Valley!
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a lovely review for us.
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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so sad to be saying goodbye to Oak Valley Day Nursery after my son leaves in the next couple of weeks to start school. The staff are amazing and they give amazing support. The nursery makes it so fun for the children and always has activities happening and little trips out too are cute. My son
didn't settle into another nursery and I was recommended Oak Valley and I'm so thankful I changed him to Oak Valley, he's really developed and has made the best of friendships with the staff and his preschool friends. Thank you for everything.
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
The pleasure is all ours - thank you for your lovely review.
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Review from Gemma D (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been attending the preschool room at Oak Valley Day Nursery for just under a year. He was made to feel welcome and the staff and management have been very flexible and accommodating. His days have been filled with fun, variety and learning. His meal options are well-balanced and he’s discovered
lots more food he likes. The staff have been very informative and we’ve had plenty of touch points with them during the year. The workshops for parents at Christmas and graduation were fantastic. Would highly recommend Oak Valley.
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to write such an informative review.
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Review from J E (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Starting my son at Oak Valley Day Nursery was the best decision I’ve ever made. All staff are so warm, lovely and professional, and my son has absolutely loved his time there. He’s come on in leaps and bounds since starting. Such an amazing nursery - I’d recommend it to anyone.
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you so much for the recommendation - it means a lot to us all to read.
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Review from Lauren L (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son transitioned to Oak Valley Day Nursery from a sister nursery when we moved house. He has been at Oak Valley for two years, and the team has been extremely supportive, kind and encouraging at every single session. I can't thank my son's carers and key workers enough for the support they have shown
me to understand my child's development and also how much my son is encouraged to have the best day he can. He is now leaving for "big school", and I'm filled with emotion! He's ready for the next step, and I believe a lot of this preparation is down to the team at Oak Valley - thank you!
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review, which the staff will be delighted to read.
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Review from Leoma B (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not recommend this nursery enough! My daughter started at 10 months old, I was very nervous as I thought she was young and shy but she is now 15 months and coming on leaps and bounds. She settled in very quickly due to the lovely staff and now waves us off when we do the drop-off. Everyone at
Oak Valley Day Nursery helped with keeping her similar routine to home to ensure a smooth settling in which was fab. She is so much more confident now, and no longer shy around other adults or children. Highly recommend!
Reply from Katie Woodward, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
We love being able to see each child progress through their nursery journey.
Thank you for your review.
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Review from S H (Stepmother of Child) published on 2 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my stepson joined Oak Valley in January 2022, he has just bloomed; he's so confident and loves the nursery.
They do so many different activities each day, which he absolutely loves and comes home talking about what he has done and learnt.
The staff are so caring and understanding. They always
give us a little run down of his day when we collect him, and handovers are always pleasant.
Best decision we made.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for your kind words and lovely review of our nursery.
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Review from Hayley S (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has just recently started here a few weeks ago, and I cannot thank them enough. I have felt at ease with the whole process, and my daughter seems to love it there, always happy when I drop her off and pick her up.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted that you have found the whole settling-in process easy - it is a huge step for parents/carers, and we try to make it as stress-free as…read more
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Review from J S (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Oak Valley back in June and has come on heaps since! She was a chatterbox anyway but now she's trying to say more and more and can't wait to go to nursery on the days she attends. Which I can only put down to the staff who always greet her at the door with a big hug and a smile.
She's always had fun doing a variety of activities and staff are very creative! Thank you!
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
It is always lovely to read that parents are happy with the nursery - thank you.
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Review from Talishia P (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My soon to be 2 year old son has been attending for almost a year now and has really started to find his feet and is settling in well. At first he was very upset to leave us in the morning and cried a lot. The staff were very reassuring and tried really hard to make him feel safe and secure with them.
He has now built good relationships with his teachers and loves going to nursery every day.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
We understand how difficult it can be leaving your child and we have numerous strategies to ensure the children feel happy and safe and of course, staff love to give lots of cuddles, which always…read more
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Review from Leah W (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Oak Valley since February 2021, when he was 11 months old. During his time there the progress he has made socially and educationally has been astounding. He absolutely adores attending nursery on his two full sessions a week and always talks about what he has done with his
carer with such joy. I couldn’t wish to have sent my boy to a better nursery.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
We are truly grateful for the appreciation your review shows about our nursery and particularly our amazing staff - thank you.
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Review from Dawn I (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are great at Oak Valley. Our son is developing brilliantly thanks to his carer. I have recommended Oak Valley nursery on social media when Mums have recently moved to the area or are going back to work.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review and recommendation of Oak Valley Day Nursery.
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Review from Jade T (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum of a child who attends Oak Valley Day Nursery he’s been going since he was 9 months old, he’s come on so much and the staff are amazing with him. I was a bit worried as he has so many allergies but they have always worked with me with his allergies and made sure he’s always happy and cared for.
All amazing staff at Oak Valley I wouldn’t take him anywhere else.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Many thanks for your lovely review of our Nursery.
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Review from Charlotte B (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Daughter loves attending Oak Valley Day Nursery. Every day I pick her up and she comes out with a big smile on her face and loves talking about her friends and teachers.
The staff are very friendly and helpful with whatever you need.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review about our Nursery and staff - it is much appreciated.
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Review from Natalie P (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children (6 & 3) have loved their time at Oak Valley. Always happily stroll through the door with a smile.
The staff are brilliant, make the children feel comfortable and have so much fun.
They do so many activities with the children, more than other nurseries I am aware of.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely 5 star review.
Our staff are amazingly talented at creating exciting activities to encourage the children to learn and develop new skills through play.
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Review from L R (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Oak Valley Day Nursery for just under a year, and she loves it. She goes in smiling and comes out smiling. All the staff are friendly and informative about what she's been up to in the day. Her learning is coming on brilliantly and is thriving from all the learning through
play they do.
Reply from Emma Wheelhouse, Manager at Oak Valley Day Nursery
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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.119)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.119) out of 10 for Oak Valley Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.519 for Oak Valley Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (118 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (12 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 154 Ratings = 4.519
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.6 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Oak Valley Day Nursery is based on 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 100 number of registered child places is 20. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 20 = 0.6
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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