Birkbees Day Care

65a Halifax Old Road, Birkby, Huddersfield HD1 6EE
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Birkbees Day Care is a purpose-built nursery situated in Birkby, Huddersfield. The nursery has been an established part of the community since 1994.

The nursery provides care and education for children under five years of age.

Birkbees offers high-quality care and learning in a well resourced, friendly environment with excellent outdoor facilities including a den building area, mud kitchen, climbing wall and a large growing and planting area.
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Funding & Fees

Nursery Fees from April 2024:


Under 3's: Full time (Monday - Friday) £300 / Full Day £63/ Half Day £37,
Over 3's: Full time (Monday - Friday) £295 / Full Day £62 / Half Day £36,
Hourly Rate £8.

Morning session - 7:30am - 12:30pm / Afternoon session - 1:00pm - 6:00pm. They offer 15 Hours funding for two and three year olds and 30 hours funding for 3-4 year olds.
Fully Funded 15 & 30 hours places are subject to a sundries charge of £1.50 per hour
For example; 23 hours per week £34.50 10 hours £15.

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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Natalie Ryan (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 155

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Birkbees Day Care Reviews (26)

9.3

Birkbees Day Care has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.275) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Birkbees Day Care has 26 reviews.

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Review from Shiwa R (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a good nursery the teachers are good and always make him happy and look after my child and he has been learning how to say a few words in English and comes home in a happy way and a happy mood and sings us songs and even do the dance moves.
Deserves a 5 Star!
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your child is happy, learning new words in English, and enjoying songs and dances at home. Your kind words about our team mean a lot to us - thank you for the 5-star recommendation!
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
birkbees has really supported zayn with his time at nursery, since this is his first few months i have have seen him progress in his words and talking and i can see he has learnt many new things there. I think birkbees has really helped to shape his behaviours and attitudes at home aswell.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you for your kind feedback. We're so happy to hear about your son's progress and the positive impact his time at Birkbees has had, both at nursery and at home.
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Review from A B (Father of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Birkbees day care is very organised, is clean, they listen to your concerns about your child. They are respectful and helpful. The way they look after the kids is top class because am writing as my child attends there so I do see the impact and positive it has on my child. They use modern communication
to communicate with parents like they have an app where parents can sign in and see their child's progress. So overall I recommend any parent who wants to send their child to nursery and live around can have the confidence that their child can well be look after and develop a lot of skills.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for your kind review. We're really pleased to hear about the positive impact Birkbees Day Care has had on your child and that you feel supported and confident in our care. We truly appreciate your recommendation and trust.
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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending birkbees for over 2 years and i must say it is a well run nursery, my daughter loves it here and we are really happy with the choice we made when deciding which nursery to choose. Staff are really nice and welcoming and management do their best to accomadate any changes/concerns
parents may have. I really would recommend this nursery. I also like the fact they have cameras in all the rooms
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted to hear your daughter loves her time at Birkbees and that you've been happy with your choice. Your feedback about our staff, management, and communication means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
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Review from Rabia M (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a great nursery, friendly staff and clean environment all three of my children have gone here and wouldn't choose another nursery! Good communication with parents. I would highly recommend this nursery.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for your lovely review and continued trust in our nursery. We're delighted to hear you've been happy with our staff, environment, and communication, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
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Review from O E (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Birkbees school is a great school,
We are very happy with the school and the care my son receives. The teachers are supportive, patient, and genuinely interested in the children's development. Communication with parents is clear and consistent, and my son feels safe, happy, and excited to learn. I
would confidently recommend this school to other parents.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and positive review. We're delighted to hear that your son feels safe, happy, and excited to learn, and that you've found our team supportive and communicative. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us.
We're always striving to improve, so if there's anything that would have made your experience a 5-star one, we would really value your feedback. Please feel free to share any suggestions with us directly - your insights help us continue to grow and provide the best possible care for our children and families.
Thank you again for your kind words and support.
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Review from Becky R (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Birkbees staff are amazing. During a difficult transition of leaving your child to come back to work at such a young age is quite traumatic. The staff were so accommodating and empathic reassuring me that should I feel the need to call and check in that's fine no matter how many times. Although I really
didn't need to as my son settled in pretty much straight away and I believe this is due to the caring nature of the staff and setting. He has learnt so much and his character has grown massively and I get updates on the app from his amazing key worker on a regular basis which is fantastic. My son leans in to the nursery staff when he is dropped off which shows us that he is happy and he regularly repeats their names at home. The management team keep the setting running smoothly and are very accommodating if I need an extra day now and again, very friendly and welcoming and the communication is fantastic. I cannot fault Birkbees and would highly recommend to other parents.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for your lovely review and for sharing your experience. We know how emotional those early transitions can be, and we're so pleased you felt supported and reassured by our team. Hearing how happy and settled your son is, and how much he's grown, means so much to us. Thank you for your trust and recommendation - it really is appreciated by everyone at Birkbees.
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Review from Ayesha Y (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I don't think this box is big enough to show my gratitude to the staff at Birkbees Nursery.
We couldn't be happier with this nursery. Our son has been attending for the past 5 months and the care he's received has been absolutely wonderful. The staff are kind, patient, and genuinely invested in the
children's wellbeing and development. My son always cries upon dropping him off. However once he is in the arms of his teacher he quickly settles and waves bye. Which really speaks volumes about how nurturing and
welcoming the environment is. We're always kept informed about his day, his progress, and any little milestones, which gives us real peace of mind as parents. It's clear that a lot of thought goes into the activities and routines, and our son has grown so much in confidence during his time here. We're very grateful to the whole team and would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, caring, and supportive place for their child.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We're incredibly grateful for your kind words and so pleased to hear how happy and settled your son is. Knowing he feels comforted and safe with our staff means the world to us. Thank you for your trust and recommendation - it truly means a lot to the whole team.
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Review from Amy A (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our children have attended this nursery (youngest still does). The staff are really friendly and have been so good with both kids. Youngest talks about the staff at home which shows how well she's settled.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for your kind feedback. We're so pleased both of your children have been happy with us, and it's lovely to hear your youngest talks about our staff at home. Thank you for your continued trust and support.
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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going since November he really enjoys it, his speech has come on leaps and bounds, the staff are fantastic at keeping me updated I was worried at first as he's only ever been with me and family members i didn't need to be they are fantastic he struggled setting in but now he can't wait
to go
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for the positive feedback. I'm very happy to hear that your son has settled into nursery and that you are noticing how his speech is developing since starting with us. I will make sure that the team at Birkbees get to see your review.
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Review from Faaiza R (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has been fantastic in supporting my SEND child, who is currently on the neurodevelopmental pathway. The staff are patient, understanding, and always adapt activities to meet my child's needs. Communication is excellent, and they work closely with us to ensure my child feels safe, included,
and confident. I've seen real progress, and I'm very grateful for the care and dedication they provided my son from the day he started at only 10 months old.
I've seen such positive growth in my child's confidence, communication, and independence. It's incredibly reassuring to know that they are surrounded by staff who genuinely care and who strive to create an environment where every child can thrive.
I would wholeheartedly recommend this nursery to any parent.
Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear about the positive progress your child has made and that they feel safe, supported, and included with us. Supporting every child as an individual is extremely important to our team, and your kind words mean a great deal. Thank you for recommending Birkbees.
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Review from Monique F (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child started Birkbees Nursery in September 2025, and my daughter also attended previously before Covid in 2021. Although there were nurseries closer to home, I chose Birkbees for many reasons.


The staff truly go above and beyond. They are incredibly friendly, always helpful, and provide nutritious

meals made from fresh ingredients. My child was born prematurely, and I felt anxious about sending him to nursery at just nine months old due to concerns about his development. The team at Birkbees have been amazing in supporting his milestones and development, and they consistently keep me informed of his progress.


I would highly recommend Birkbees Nursery to any parent. If you are unsure, I encourage you to visit, you immediately feel the warm, caring environment the moment you walk through the door.

Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at Birkbees Day CareThank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We're really grateful that you chose Birkbees for both of your children, and it means a great deal to us that you felt supported, especially during such an important stage of your child's development. Our team work hard to create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child and family feels cared for, so your words truly mean a lot. Thank you for recommending us - we're proud to be part of your family's journey.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A team of professionals that create a lovely environment for the children to learn and play.
Good communication system between the staff and parents with regard to the child. It is a very good place for your child to grow.
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Review from Shamaila A (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Had our first parents' evening with the teacher. Overall, the nursery is good and I am happy to send my son there. My son has settled in well as he's not as upset as he used to be and on days when he is upset, the teacher is very good with him as she takes over, gives him a hug and makes him feel welcome.
The teacher is a very good teacher as she likes to keep the parents involved, keeps us updated about how the day went, what they ate, any nappy changes or incidents. The teacher is also very understanding of home life and other aspects that can affect a child's life and behaviour. She is good at giving advice as being a first-time mum isn't always easy. The teacher has helped my son a lot with his speech since he has started nursery which I really appreciate. She has also referred him to speech therapy as my son is a little delayed in his speech.
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Review from O T (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The facilities are excellent with plenty of engaging activities and resources that keep the children happy and stimulated. They also prioritise safety and hygiene, which gives us complete peace of mind.
The communication from the nursery is outstanding - they keep us updated on our child's progress
and daily activities. It's clear they genuinely care about every child's well-being and growth.
We highly recommend Birkbees Day Care to any parents looking for a nurturing, safe and fun environment for their little ones.
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Review from C J (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of my children have attended Birkbees Day Care and a lot of my friends' children have after my recommendation! All the staff are amazing and really do build a relationship with the children. The nursery is so clean and all equipment is in perfect condition. I couldn’t recommend a nursery enough!
I know my kids are in safe hands at nursery and I have never had to worry about them being there. All three of my children absolutely loved Birkbees Nursery!
Reply from The Manager ., Manager at Birkbees Day CareThank you for taking the time to leave a review, everyone appreciates the comments.
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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 8 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Seeing my child when I pick them up, so happy and relaxed means the world, as it can be quite scary leaving the care of your child to a stranger, but the staff make it worthwhile and knowing how cared for my child is and how excited they are to go to nursery makes it easier. Seeing them interacting
with the staff and other children, makes us as parents know we made the right choice to come here.
Reply from The manager, Manager at Birkbees Day CareThank you for your review, we are so pleased that you and your child are happy at nursery.
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Review from Natalie R (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can highly recommend this nursery, my daughter started here as a baby in the honey bees room and attended all the way through to queen bees(preschool) until leaving to start school in September 2023. She loved every minute of her time here, she even wanted to attend on the weekend. She asked for every
member of staff at home, showing she had created great bonds with everyone who works at Birkbees, even asking to see the company directors who were often in the nursery building and so welcoming to her. The staff are amazing, they are so welcoming and show great bonds with every child that enters through their doors. My daughter learnt a lot through their planned activities and was encouraged to use her imagination throughout the day. If it was not for them she would not be the confident, sassy little girl she is today. I can not thank them enough for all they did and taught her.
Reply from Susan Francique, Manager at Birkbees Day CareThank you for your lovely review. Your daughter was a delight to have in nursery and we wish her well at her new school.
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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really great nursery. The staff are so friendly and have formed close relationships with my little girl. They really encourage her independent spirit and curiosity. They do a wide variety of educational activities. The manager is always super quick and helpful if you ever ring or email with a query.
She is always very well fed as well; I have been told some nurseries only give snacks out for their tea! My little girl absolutely loves the nursery and all their staff!
Reply from Susan Francique, Manager at Birkbees Day CareThank you for this lovely review and the comments you have made.
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Review from Shabana A (Mother of Child) published on 14 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn’t recommend this nursery enough. The staff are friendly, reliable and most of all take great care of my kids. My 18-month-old settled into the nursery within a few weeks (quicker than I thought).
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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.275)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.275) out of 10 for Birkbees Day Care is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 17 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 4.802 for Birkbees Day Care is calculated as follows: ( (168 Excellents x 5) + (28 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 202 Ratings = 4.802
  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 4.473 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Birkbees Day Care is based on 17 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.925
    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 155 number of registered child places is 31. 17 Positive Reviews ÷ 31 = 0.548
  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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Meet the Team (1)

Natalie

Natalie Ryan

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2007

Natalie is known by many for the energy and enthusiasm she carries with her when working with children and staff.


Natalie has worked with Birkbees for 15 years, she has done BTEC Level 3 in childcare.


She has been Deputy Nursery Manager for 8 years she supports the Manager in her duties and ensures all children and parents feel welcome.


She is now Nursery Manager

Frequently Asked Questions about Birkbees Day Care

What is the Age Range of Children that Birkbees Day Care accepts?

Birkbees Day Care accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Birkbees Day Care Open?

Birkbees Day Care is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Birkbees Day Care have capacity for?

Birkbees Day Care has capacity for a total of 155 Children.

How far is Birkbees Day Care to the centre of Huddersfield?

0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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