Business Details
Trusted Childcare in Wakefield
Established in 2025, Silkwood Private Day Nursery & Crche operates within the Total Fitness Centre at Junction 40 of the M1, offering full-day and sessional childcare for children aged 0-5 years. Our facility provides quality, affordable care in a secure, open-plan environment designed to foster educational development aligned with the national curriculum. With experienced, CRB-checked staff exceeding OFSTEDs required ratios, we prioritise individualised attention through a key worker system.Our team, qualified to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, creates a stimulating atmosphere that balances structured learning with creative play, ensuring children develop social responsibility and eagerness for future education. We maintain an open-door policy, collaborating closely with parents to support every childs progression and address parental concerns transparently.
Services
Day Nursery
Crche Sessions
Educational Programs
Key Worker System
Secure Environment
Highlights and features
- We operate within OFSTED-regulated staff-to-child ratios with NVQ Level 3 qualified team members.
- Our key worker system ensures individualised attention and parental engagement.
- Educational activities align with national curriculum outcomes for school readiness.
- Secure, single-level facility with dedicated zones for rest, play, and learning.
- Flexible full-day and sessional options cater to diverse family needs.
Services
Day Nursery
Our Day Nursery provides structured care for children aged 0-5, combining play, rest, and educational activities. Qualified staff deliver curriculum-aligned programmes to foster cognitive and social development in a secure, air-conditioned environment. We cater to both full-day and sessional needs.
Crche Sessions
Short-term childcare available for 1-3 hours, ideal for parents using nearby facilities. Sessions include supervised play, snacks, and activities tailored to ages 0-5. Pre-registration with a 25 fee is required for first-time users.
Educational Programs
Curriculum-focused activities prepare preschoolers for Key Stage 1, covering literacy, numeracy, creativity, and social skills. Our team designs lessons to spark curiosity while aligning with national educational outcomes for school readiness.
Key Worker System
Each child receives individualised attention through assigned key workers. This system ensures consistent communication between staff and families, tracking developmental progress and addressing specific needs through tailored care plans.
Secure Environment
Single-level, air-conditioned premises with secure outdoor play areas and child-specific facilities. Daily health checks, CRB-checked staff, and controlled access maintain a safe space promoting physical and emotional well-being.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We accept children from 0 to 5 years old across both our nursery and crèche services.
Do you offer flexible booking options?
Yes, we provide full-day care (07:30–18:00), morning sessions (07:30–13:00), and afternoon sessions (13:00–18:00).
Are meals provided?
Families provide their child’s meals, though we accommodate dietary requirements with prior notice.
How do you support child development?
Our curriculum-aligned activities and key worker system ensure tailored developmental support and regular parent updates.
Is pre-registration required?
A non-refundable £25 registration fee is needed before first crèche booking, with forms completed in advance.
