# Kids Planet Linthwaite

Kids Planet Linthwaite is a full-day nursery at 16 Waingate, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5NR, in Lower Clough, Kirklees. It is registered for 55 children. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in November 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It is run by Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kids-planet-linthwaite-2697670  
Last checked 31 October 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 16 Waingate, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5NR
- Registered places: 55
- Phone: 01484 950708
- Website: https://www.kidsplanetdaynurseries.co.uk/find-a-nursery/linthwaite/
- Run by: [Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/kids-planet-day-nurseries-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2697670

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 26 November 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2697670

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since August 2022 (Reference 2697670). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2697670)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 26 November 2024). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2697670)
- Registered places: 55 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2697670)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 18 June 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1521628)

## Fees

Fees, hours and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

Opening hours and ages: not published yet.

## Getting there

Address: 16 Waingate, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5NR

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=53.622384,-1.854672

- 19 bus stops within 400 m
- Playground: Playground, under 0.1 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.2 miles
- Playground: Fieldhead Play Area, 0.3 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Kirklees there are about 3 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linthwaite Clough Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Inadequate (September 2023) |  | 0.1 miles |
| Linthwaite Ardron CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior and Infant School | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (April 2026) |  | 0.4 miles |
| Wellhouse Junior and Infant School | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (February 2026) |  | 0.7 miles |
| Woodside Green, A Share Primary Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Good (September 2022) | yes | 1.0 miles |
| Manor Road Academy | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (June 2022) | yes | 1.2 miles |
| Nields Academy | Primary | 3–11 | Inadequate (November 2023) | yes | 1.3 miles |
| Helme Church of England Academy | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (July 2026) |  | 1.3 miles |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (November 2023) |  | 1.3 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Jellies Preschool, Out Of School & Holiday Club](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/jellies-preschool-out-of-school-and-holiday-club-2857042) |  |  |  | 0.2 miles |
| [Storth House](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/storth-house-2568277) | Good |  |  | 1.0 miles |
| [Cornfields Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cornfields-day-nursery-ey358944) | Good |  |  | 1.0 miles |
| [Hoppers Childcare](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/hoppers-childcare-2753439) | Good |  |  | 1.2 miles |
| [Little Explorers Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-explorers-day-nursery-ey490558) | Outstanding |  |  | 1.2 miles |
| [Merrydale Private Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/merrydale-private-day-nursery-2680093) | Good |  |  | 1.3 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Kids Planet Linthwaite's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Kids Planet Linthwaite Good at its inspection on 26 November 2024, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Kids Planet Linthwaite take?

Kids Planet Linthwaite is registered with Ofsted for up to 55 children at any one time.

### Who runs Kids Planet Linthwaite?

Kids Planet Linthwaite is run by Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited, which runs 238 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to Kids Planet Linthwaite?

Slaithwaite is the nearest station we know of, 1.1 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Kids Planet Linthwaite?

You can call 01484 950708 and visit www.kidsplanetdaynurseries.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2697670)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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