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First Class Nursery Huddersfield

16/16a Portland Street, Huddersfield HD1 5PB
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First Class Nursery Huddersfield, Huddersfield
First Class Nursery Huddersfield, Huddersfield
First Class Nursery Huddersfield, Huddersfield

First Class Nursery provides high-quality, integrated and flexible day care for babies, toddlers and pre-school children, close by to Huddersfield town centre.

Highly trained and experienced staff provide a wide range of stimulating and educational activities linked to the EYFS curriculum. The staff encourage and support all children to achieve their full potential, actively promoting the development of positive self-image within each child.

Children are given lots of opportunity to get...  

Funding & Fees

Nursery Fees from April 2026:

Under 3's: Full Day £70/ Half Day £40

Over 3's: Full Day £70 / Half Day £40 Hourly Rate £8.50

Morning session - 7:30am - 12:30pm / Afternoon session - 1:00pm - 6:00pm.
We offer 15 Hours funding for two, three and four year olds and 30 hours funding for children over 9 months. Funding is available for 38 weeks in an academic year
Fully Funded 15 & 30 hours places are subject to a care package charge of £1.50 per hour
For example; 23 hours per week £34.50 10 hours £15.

Alternative packages are available for fully funded sessions without the care package charge

Contact First Class Nursery Huddersfield to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

No

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Laura Barthorpe (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Total Places for Children

  • 92

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

First Class Nursery Huddersfield Reviews (73)

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First Class Nursery Huddersfield has a Review Score of 10 (9.956) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time First Class Nursery Huddersfield has 73 reviews.

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Review from J B (Father of Child) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Great staff who are always welcoming, friendly and communicative. You can tell the staff really care and our son loves it. Our daughter will be attending soon and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anybody.

Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at First Class Nursery Huddersfield

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your son is loving his time with us and that you've felt welcomed and supported by our team. We truly care about every child and family, so it's wonderful to know that shines through. We're really looking forward to welcoming your daughter soon, and we're so grateful for your recommendation-it means the world to us!

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Review from Daisy G (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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My little boy loves going here, I know he's in great hands of staff that care for him. The food is varied too so he gets to try new foods there and I enjoy hearing about his day there. My older son used to attend too and they remember him and ask about him.

Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at First Class Nursery Huddersfield

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your little boy enjoys coming here and that you feel confident in the care he receives from our team. It's always our goal to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for every child. We're also so glad he's enjoying...  

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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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Nursery workers are lovely and welcoming. They really care for the children. Food offered to the children is of a good variety. They are accommodating when given plenty of notice. Communication is good and have events for parents to attend throughout the year. They could be a bit more efficient with using the parent app. Sometimes it's over a month before we get an update. I know of other nurseries that use it on a daily basis and use it more effectively with parents.

Reply from Laura Barthorpe, Manager at First Class Nursery Huddersfield

Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! We're really pleased to hear that you feel welcomed by our team and that your child is well cared for. It's great to know that you're happy with the variety of food, communication, and the events we host for parents.We also really...  

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Review from Chanelle A (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son started First class in October 2024, what a nursery! I can honestly say I'm so happy with my choice. He is currently in the baby room, and the staff are outstanding and lovely! I can't wait to watch my boy grow with First Class Nursery.

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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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First class nursery is just an outstanding nursery, really accommodating and takes really good care of my daughter. Her learning and development has rocketed since she started at first class she has come such a long way with help of the staff

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Review from Zoe M (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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This is such a fantastic nursery.

I am confident leaving my son in their care everyday not only knowing he is safe but also he is cared for and has a fantastic time!

They put so much effort into engaging the children on their level, helping them develop in a fun and nurturing way.

Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at First Class Nursery Huddersfield

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear you feel confident leaving your son with us his safety, happiness, and wellbeing are always our top priorities!

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Review from Bea Z (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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First Class Nursery is absolutely outstanding. Since moving our daughter here, we've noticed a remarkable difference in her development and happiness. The team of professionals is incredibly knowledgeable and dedicated, providing excellent support for her growth and learning. They are the most caring and considerate group of people we've ever encountered, making us feel completely reassured that our child is in the best hands.

Having experienced another setting before, it's clear that First Class is on an entirely different level-our previous nursery wasn't even half as good. We couldn't recommend them highly enough to any parents who want their child to be nurtured, supported, and genuinely cared for. A truly fantastic environment.

Thank you!

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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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Can't fault this nursery at all! The staff are amazing, very welcoming and friendly. My child loves going to nursery and has never not wanted to go, she is always telling me what she's done on the day, had to eat etc. Her learning and development have come on leaps and bounds. My eldest child went to this nursery as well so for our 2nd child there were no issues for us to choose. First Class have some of the same staff that my older child had when he came. Both my children started at 6 months and while there they've met all their needs, the learning opportunities are spot on and they go above and beyond. Communication is spot on via the app. I would always recommend the nursery to anyone that was looking for childcare.

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Review from Mohammad I (Father of Child) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our eldest son has been at this nursery from a young age and he has enjoyed being here. He has learned and developed all of his skills. All of the staff members have been fantastic and we have been very happy with everything.

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Review from M T (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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I am very satisfied with all the staff, especially bluebells, who were all a second parents to my son. Now I am sad because he left this place to continue advancing, but I do not doubt that he takes a memory from all of them in his heart. I could only wish to thank you all very much and I can't forget the manager, she is always willing to help and a very nice person, I recommend this place 1000%

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Review from Abigail C (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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The best nursery ever! Honestly, I cannot compliment first class enough, my daughter started in January and since starting she has come on leaps and bounds. The staff are incredible. My daughter absolutely loves every single staff member, she's never had 1 bad word to say. I'm so so grateful for everything first class has done for my daughter, especially her key worker, she has gone over and above to make sure my daughter is where she should be and they have the cutest bond. The meals are wonderful the facilities are fantastic and I've just felt so happy knowing my daughter is around such wonderful women. Thank you all so much for taking such good care of my daughter.

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Review from I A (Mother of Child) published on 17 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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As a first-time mum, I was super nervous about leaving my son in childcare when he was just 8 months old, as I was returning to work. However, choosing First Class Nursery has been one of the best decisions I have made. My son has made incredible progress and built great bonds with the staff. He often reaches out for them upon arrival, especially his key worker, whom I would like to thank for her hard work, love, and passion she has shown toward all the children, particularly my son. The meals provided are always nutritious, and if my son wants more, the staff ensure he gets it. I feel confident that my son is well-safeguarded and in excellent hands. Thank you, First Class Nursery, for all your hard work. It is truly appreciated.

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Review from C J (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter is in preschool and has attended first-class nursery since she was a baby. Every single member of staff we have encountered have been amazing, my daughter loves them all. She has developed and learnt so much since starting at First Class! We really love and would recommend this nursery to anyone! We cannot wait for our baby to start later this year!

Reply from Tracey Fenton, Director at First Class Nursery Huddersfield

Thank you for your wonderful feedback on First Class Nursery, it is very much appreciated!We look forward to welcoming your baby into the setting later this year

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Review from Chris R (Father of Child) published on 19 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Both our girls are at First Class Nursery and I couldn't recommend them enough. Our eldest in Preschool and our youngest has just moved from 'Baby Room' to 'Bumblebees'. The staff are knowledgeable and caring, some of their lengths of service are a testament to a well-managed nursery. The food options are nicely varied and additional portions offered (great for our greedy youngest!) and I love how our girls learn about other cultures' foods throughout the year. Whenever we've had an issue, it is dealt with appropriately and promptly. Huge thanks as always.

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Review from Cherrie W (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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Cannot fault this nursery in any way. My daughter has been going since she was a baby and has already learnt and developed so much since going here, she is always happy to attend and loves seeing the faces of the staff that care for her as well as the friends she has made.

The staff are brilliant and always go above and beyond, they always give a warm welcome and you can tell they really love what they do. I’m so happy that I have found somewhere where I feel my child is safe, happy and thriving. I wouldn’t want to take my daughter anywhere else. Thank you so much First Class Nursery!

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Review from Becs P (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has been going here since she was a baby and loves going. The staff are amazing, and all take the time to know every child. The variety of food is excellent, and my daughter loves trying all the food. The staff are very interactive with the children, and my daughter is always learning something new.

Great nursery and brilliant staff.

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Review from Aisha S (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2023 Submitted via Website
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Many thanks from my heart! for all your hard work, love, dedication, and patience to my kids and children of the nursery, and for keeping personal belongings in order (toys, clothes), helping with potty training, caring when they were not feeling well, making everyday a fun environment to go to which was also very important. Big thanks to the management and lovely staff.

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Review from Kimberley B (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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First class have really nice and professional staff. My child adores the ladies who run his room. The management is excellent, friendly and approachable. I have found them very accommodating and flexible in regards to their care.
The food is healthy and varied and the staff are always coming up with new activities to keep the children entertained and bring on development.

Really happy we chose this nursery, exceeded our expectations and they utilise our cloth nappies, would definitely recommend.

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Review from Deepa U (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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I am extremely happy with the service provided by First-class. As an immigrant mother, I was very much nervous to send her to the nursery and had doubt about my daughter being able to cope with the new environment but everyone at the nursery were so reassuring. I would like to thank the Manager and the team and all the lovely staff at the nursery for being so cheerful and kind. I would recommend this nursery to everyone in and around Huddersfield.

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Review from Shasta A (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery friendly staff always helped I'm very satisfied. Nursery have always been helpful and supportive of my child's learning, my son enjoyed his time at this nursery and deeply misses this nursery.

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Laura Barthorpe Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2018
Laura Barthorpe

My Name is Laura, I am the Nursery Manager at First Class.

I qualified in 2010 with BTEC Level 3 in childcare. I then went on to complete my degree in BA (Hons) Early Years with professional studies and QTS. I graduated in 2015 with a 2:1.

I started working at First Class in 2018 as a nursery practitioner and then was promoted to senior practitioner in 2019. From then, I remained a Pre-School senior until I was promoted to deputy manager in 2022. I have recently been promoted to nursery manager.

I am now mainly based in the office but I like to go into the rooms to help out when needed and at dinner times. I love my job and I’m passionate about working with children. I am told by my colleagues that I am kind, and always willing to listen and help. Goes above and beyond in my role as a manager.

My other roles within the nursery are safeguarding officer and health and safety officer. I have carried out many training courses including EYFS, food hygiene, First Aid, behaviour management and Mental Health First Aid.

Gemma Bradshaw Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Joined: 2013
Gemma Bradshaw

I qualified in 2010 with an NVQ Level 3.

I've worked at First Class since 2013.

I have worked in all the rooms in the nursery as a practitioner and also as a senior, I then became deputy manager in 2016.

In 2018 I completed a BA in Early Years.

I have been on many training courses including behaviour management, health and safety, food hygiene and first aid.

I've been told I am a funny, caring enthusiastic member of the team. I love working with children and I love to work with all age groups at First Class.

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