Portland Nurseries


Halifax Road
Edgerton
Huddersfield
HD3 3AS


Tel: 01484 519542
Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) Manager: Ruth Tattersall

Harlequin is a small, homely nursery where your child will have the freedom to play and learn in a safe environment. 

The nursery has been awarded 'Outstanding' in their recent Ofsted inspection. Click here to dowload the full report. 

The bright spacious play areas are well resourced and the days are planned to meet the needs of each individual child. All the rooms open directly onto the
gardens allowing easy access to outdoor play and to the woodland surroundings. The children are able to grow their own flowers and vegetables and have great fun in their giant sandpit and their specially designed bird watching den.

We work closely with parents to support children’s learning and there is always the opportunity to become actively involved in nursery events. The Stay and Play sessions are very popular and a great way for parents and grandparents to enjoy the activities that the children love.

Ofsted quotes taken from the recent inspection report 

 “Dynamic provision that will continue to significantly improve outcomes for all children, the environment and expert practice actively contributes to helping children make the best possible progress in their learning and development”

“Leaders and managers demonstrate a passion for what they do and provide dynamic leadership”

 "Children are extremely confident and self-assured, children interact positively and play well together, children are highly motivated and are making excellent progress towards the early learning goals in all six areas of learning.”

“Staff undertake rigorous assessment and use the information gained, along with parent’s information and their professional knowledge, to identify children's next steps and interests. They incorporate this into plans, which enhance all aspects of the provision, ensuring all children are included.”

“The nursery takes the lead in developing partnerships with schools and other providers. They work with a wide range of other professionals to support children and enhance all aspects of their welfare and development.”

“Babies health and bodily awareness is promoted as their key person meets their needs and they are provided with a nutritional varied diet.” Babies have a wide range of sensory tactile materials that encourage them to explore and investigate, design and make. Babies have opportunities to explore shape space and measure through treasure basket materials and water play with scoops.”

“Children's attitude to diversity is significantly enhanced by rich, varied and imaginative experiences. The nursery celebrates the diversity reflected within the setting and the children's 

Parent Testimonials

“A big thank you for all the love, care and attention you have shown, he has enjoyed every minute of his time at nursery and is going to miss you very much”

“Thank you so very much for all of the high quality care and guidance you have given”

“Tomasz now has a fantastic grounding for going to ‘big’ school. You should all be very proud of yourselves”

“We are delighted that Esme’s first year has been spent in such a well organized and professional nursery”

“Thanks for providing a loving and playful environment in which Zeba has flourished”

“Thank you all for providing such a happy environment for our grandson"

  • For children age 12 weeks to 5 years
  • Open from 7.30am - 6.00pm, 52 weeks a year (except Public Holidays)
  • 24 nursery places on a full or sessional basis
  • Free Nursery Education Places 

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