Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)

147 Ovenden Road, Halifax HX3 5SA
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Mandy Hartley (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 16

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • We are an all year round nursery, open 51 weeks per year and offer the following sessions only:


    Session Time Hours
    Full Day 07:30-18:00* 10 hours 30 mins
    Morning 07:30:12:30 5 hours
    Afternoon 13:00-18:00 5 hours


    Funded hours are granted for 38 term weeks a year only. Annually this equates to 570/1140 hours for an entitlement of 15/30 hours respectively.


    *Due to Local Authority terms of a maximum funded claim of 10 hours, this is restricted to a 17:30 finish
    for those taking a ‘Funded Hours Only’ option below.

  • Contact the nursery directly for fee information.
    Funding available for 9 months to 4 year

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 & Christmas
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Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden) Reviews (33)

9.8

Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.775) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden) has 33 reviews.

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Review from L C (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has settled in very well, the staff are great.


A second choice warm meal menu for fussy eaters would be nice.


Would recommend to friends and family.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for your review! It's great to hear that your little one has settled in well and enjoys coming to nursery. The team will consider your comments around meals times when making further…read more
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Review from Leanne C (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves Minibugs! Being born in 1st lockdown I was apprehensive about sending him to a nursery but also about him socially. He started at 18 months old (January 2022). The staff from the start were very reassuring, they answered all my questions and concerns (and continue to do so). I love their
setup and especially the outdoor areas as I really believe in kids being able to run and have fun. Every other nursery were just concrete yards, but Minibugs has the meadow which I love. My son is always sad to leave. His development has flourished and he is learning a lot. Highly recommend.
Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for taking the time to review our Ovenden nursery! We're very happy to hear that the staff have been able to effectively support the transition from home to setting during such difficult…read more
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Review from Naomi C (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started nursery here in January 2022, she has settled in really well and is really happy being here. The staff are really helpful and inform me how my daughter has done every time I collect her. I know I can approach staff should I have any concerns.
Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy to hear that your little one has settled in well at nursery and loves coming. We are equally happy to hear that the team have been supportive…read more
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Review from Chloe R (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was extremely nervous about my children starting nursery, like any parent would be, but when I visit I was instantly at ease with every single member of staff I met. It’s extremely clean with fantastic equipment to stimulate all ages. My children, daughter 8 months and son 3 years old settled instantly
with no issues. Now they are there 3 days a week, communication is amazing and in 3 days my children have already started forming bonds with the staff. I am so happy that my children are happy. The variety of food is impressive and I am just so happy all-round. My only regret is not putting my 3-year-old in this nursery sooner as I have always been too anxious to put him into a nursery, so I have struggled to work from home whilst looking after him. Honestly, if you are looking for a nursery to put your child in, you need to go take a look for yourself. Thank you everyone at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd, but the member of staff who has been my main point of contact from our first visit is an amazing lady. Amazing team.
Reply from Lara Iles, Operations Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for your lovely review of our Ovenden site. It's great to hear about how positive your experience has been at our setting and with our team. We're so glad to hear how your little ones are…read more
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Review from Marta H (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There is no place as Minibugs nursery!
My son absolutely adores this place. Since the first day, he was welcomed and quickly integrated to the nursery routine. He always looks forward to attending the nursery, which is very reassuring for us as parents.
He leaves home with a smile on his face, knowing
that he will have a fantastic day ahead.
He is also very excited to share with us what he done, learnt and enjoy during his day in the Minibugs. His days are full of creative and developmental activities that are well balanced with play and physical activity.
The team is very experienced, but also kind and caring that is evident in each interaction we have.
My son absolutely loves his nursery staff.
I highly recommend the Minibugs.
Reply from Lara Iles, Operations Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for your lovely review of our Ovenden site. It is wonderful to hear how much your son is enjoying his time at our nursery. Our team pride itself on coming up with new and imaginative…read more
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Review from Charmaine R (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves this nursery and really enjoys going there. I find all the staff really polite and caring toward us. Also, I hoping for his little brother to join Minibugs soon too.
Reply from Lara Iles, Operations Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for your review of our Ovenden site. It's wonderful to hear that your son is enjoying his time here, and we will be looking forward to welcoming his younger sibling to the minibugs family.…read more
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Review from Dannii P (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to Minibugs. Staff are all lovely, really helpful and very welcoming. So glad I chose this nursery for my daughter, I know she is well cared for by all of the staff here. Definitely 10/10.
Reply from Lara Iles, Operations Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for your lovely review of our Ovenden site. It's great to hear that you're confident in your choice of nursery and that you feel your daughter is supported and cared for. Our staff strive to…read more
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Review from Lauren M (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Minibugs is a well presented nursery! The outdoor facilities are well thought through, spacious and stimulating. My son has great relationships with the staff and they welcome both of us with a smile, that well he barely says goodbye to me at the door, he's already in and raring to go play. The staff
always inform me as a parent of relevant information upon arrival or departure. The exterior is colourful, clean and kept well maintained, the interior has recently had a fresh lick of paint and looks great for it!
Minibugs social media is always informative, helpful with tips and tricks of activities and ideas for my child's well being.
I'm pleased to say MiniBugs celebrate most cultural occasions and festivals.
Having 2020 being the year it has this could be why but Minibugs could improve by planning some out of nursery trips there are many local parks walking distance or bus, I would happily pay for 1 trip a month to parks, petting zoos or other curricular activities.
Reply from Lara Iles, Operations Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your honest feedback. We have put a huge investment into renovating our newest site, and we are so proud of what we have achieved in such a short…read more
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Review from Natalie M (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They were great with my little girl when she started and I haven't had one bad day from my little girl, she loves going to Minibugs and has grown so much. They are very professional and are great with the children. I would highly recommend this nursery, they're great.
Reply from Astra Pitman, Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for such a lovely review of our Ovenden site. We love hearing how much our 'Minibugs' love coming to nursery. We are pleased to hear your daughter has settled in so well and that she is so…read more
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Review from Lisa (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very friendly and very welcoming. My child loves going. Little slow at opening the door but when they do still very welcoming for my child to go straight in. My child has made some lovely friends and is very close to a couple of the staff there. One happy child = happy mummy.
Reply from Marie Downey, HR/Admin Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for your lovely review. We are really pleased that your child loves coming to our nursery. We are always looking for way to improve out setting so your honest feedback is really important…read more
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Review from Danute P (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am a lot happier when you take over, with the kids getting proper homemade food and more activities happening. Staff members very friendly and always helpful. I would just like my child to learn to write letters more.
Reply from Marie Downey, HR/Admin Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is great to hear that our staff are very friendly and helpful. We also strive to provide our Mini people with nutritious meals daily. Thank you again! The…read more
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Review from Eilish B (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
High-quality private nursery. Feel like both of my children love being there. They have such caring staff that go above and beyond for every child they take care of. For my daughter's birthday, they made a cake, did a card and banners and balloons. Also did gifts for her. My son loves one member of
staff in particular who works there.
Reply from Marie Downey, HR/Admin Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I am really pleased to hear that your daughter enjoyed her birthday and that you feel the team went that extra mile. It is also lovely to hear that your son…read more
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Review from Sara P (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been very happy with Minibugs since they took over recently. They have been making some much-needed improvements to the building and keeping us updated with what is happening. As a parent, you worry about leaving your child in someone else's hands but to know he is excited to go and that they
meet his needs is amazing.
Reply from Marie Downey, HR/Admin Assistant at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden)
Thank you for lovely review. We have worked hard since taking over the nursery to make improvements and will continue to do so moving forward. It is really important to us that we keep parents…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.775)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.775) out of 10 for Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 10 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 4.942 for Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden) is calculated as follows: ( (113 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 120 Ratings = 4.942
  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 4.833 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Ovenden) is based on 10 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 60 number of registered child places is 12. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 12 = 0.833
  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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